Rocky Creek Charters

Steinhatchee is famous for its prolific inshore waters, so why not come explore them alongside a captain who’s been fishing them for over 2 decades? Captain Frank Taylor Jr, an experienced angler and the man behind Rocky Creek Charters, runs a variety of exciting fishing and Scalloping trips in this area.

Whether you’re looking to hook a huge Bull Red, or want to introduce your little ones to the water, Capt. Frank has the perfect adventure for you. Grab up to 3 of your friends and head out for a full day on these shallow waters, hooking mighty Redfish and tasty Speckled Trout. In the summertime, why not treat the family to a whole morning of exploring this fishery for fast-moving Scallops?

Capt. Frank has the years of experience needed to put you on fish, or to guide you to the best Scalloping spots in the area. Usually, it’ll take you about 10–20 minutes to get on fish, so you’ll have plenty of time to cast your line!

Your captain will take you out on board his 24’ Carolina Skiff, which is perfect for cruising seriously shallow waters. She’s decked out with top-quality navigational gear and life jackets for all ages, so you’ll have a secure and comfy journey to the hotspots. If you’re fishing, she can accommodate 4 guests. For Scallopers, 6 can come aboard, so bring the whole family!

As well as being an incredible Redfish and Speckled Trout fishery, Steinhatchee is also home to Cobia, Flounder, and Spanish Mackerel. If you’d like to hook these species, or target one in particular, just let your captain know, as his trips are flexible. Once you’ve reeled in your catch, he’ll help you arrange to have it cooked at a local restaurant. This is an additional cost.

Your captain will provide top-quality rods, reels, and tackle for you, as well as lures, live bait, and a valid fishing license for all guests. All you need to do is grab your favorite snacks and drinks, and a cooler for your catch. Join Rocky Creek Charters and cast off on an awesome inshore adventure!



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    Half Day Fishing Trip – 4 PAX (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Sep 1 - Jun 30
    Price for 2 persons
    US $400
    If you're looking for a relaxing morning out on Steinhatchee's plentiful waters, join Capt. Frank on this early adventure! Suitable for all types of anglers, this trip will see you targeting two species that this area is famous for – Redfish and Speckled Trout. Capt. Frank will show you how to hook and reel in these fish. Your trip includes all necessary fishing gear and your fishing license, so just bring along some snacks and drinks. This trip is for a maximum of 4 guests only.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Flounder
    Flounder
  • Private trip
    Half Day Scalloping Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jul 1 - Sep 1
    Price for up to 5 persons
    US $400
    If you're looking for the perfect family-friendly adventure in Steinhatchee, you've found it! This morning trip will see you exploring these waters for tasty, fast-moving Scallops. Scalloping is suitable for anglers of all ages and skill levels and is a particularly great way to introduce little ones to being out on the water. Your captain will provide all the gear you need, so just bring along your favorite snacks and drinks.
    Types of fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Scallop
    Scallop
  • Private trip
    Half Day Fishing Trip – 4 PAX (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Sep 1 - Jun 30
    Price for 2 persons
    US $400
    If you want to hit the snooze button before exploring Steinhatchee's inshore waters, cast off with Capt. Frank on this afternoon adventure. He'll have you targeting two of the area's most famous fish: Speckled Trout, and the mighty Redfish. If you're a newer angler, he'll show you how to reel 'em in. Anglers of all ages and skill levels are welcome on this trip, and it's a great introduction to these productive waters. Your fishing gear is provided, as well as your license. This trip is for 4 guests only.
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Flounder
    Flounder
  • Private trip
    Half Day Scalloping Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Jul 1 - Sep 1
    Price for up to 5 persons
    US $450
    If you're looking for a fun, family-friendly angling adventure, what could be better than spending your afternoon chasing tasty Scallops? This trip is perfect for guests of all ages and skill levels, and is a great way to introduce newbies and kids to being out on the water! Capt. Frank will take you to the best Scalloping spots, and will provide you with all the gear you need to catch these sea creatures. Just bring along your favorite snacks and drinks.
    Types of fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Targeted fish
    Scallop
    Scallop
  • Private trip
    Full Day Fishing Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Sep 1 - Jun 30
    Price for 2 persons
    US $500
    Full day trips for two anglers fishing the flats
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Flounder
    Flounder
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip – Scalloping (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 9:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jul 1 - Aug 30
    Price for up to 5 persons
    US $550
    If you're looking for the perfect family-friendly adventure in Steinhatchee, you've found it! This morning trip will see you exploring these waters for tasty, fast-moving Scallop. Scalloping is suitable for anglers of all ages and skill levels and is a particularly great way to introduce little ones to being out on the water. Your captain will provide all the gear you need, so just bring along your favorite snacks and drinks.
    Targeted fish
    Scallop
    Scallop
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Customer reviews

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Nathan B.
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GREAT TIME SCALLOPING!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Scalloping (AM) on July 19, 2024
We had the best time with Captain Frank! He thought of everything when it came to scalloping and made sure we did not leave...
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Monty R.
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Absolute wonderful day on the water

VERIFIED   Full Day Fishing Trip on May 26, 2024
Had an awesome day on the water with my 2 sons. My youngest fought and caught a good cobia. My oldest had an awesome fish to...
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Rachelle H.
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Captain Frank is great!

VERIFIED   Full Day Fishing Trip on June 4, 2024
We had a great time with Captain Frank!  We enjoyed his laid back, easy-going personality.  We were able to stay on top of...
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Great day on the water

VERIFIED   Full Day Fishing Trip on June 10, 2024
Capt. Frank was very noligable of the waters. He worked extremely hard to put fish in the boat. I caught trout, Spanish mackerel,...
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Hannah J.
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Great day scalloping!

VERIFIED   Half Day Scalloping Trip (AM) on August 18, 2024
Our whole family loved our scalloping trip with Captain Frank! We got tons of scallops and the kids ages 8 and 6 had a blast....
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FAQs about Rocky Creek Charters

Rocky Creek Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Fishing Trip – 4 PAX (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $400 per group - Half Day Scalloping Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Fishing Trip – 4 PAX (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group - Half Day Scalloping Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Fishing Trip (6 hours)
  • US $550 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Scalloping (AM) (6 hours)

When you book a trip with Rocky Creek Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Snorkeling Equipment
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box And cooler, but feel free to bring your own!
  • Radar

Trips booked with Rocky Creek Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (If we fish with live bait, normally it is pinfish and sometimes shrimp, which we supply )
  • Lures
  • Fishing License (You are covered for your saltwater fishing license in the state of Florida when you fish with us )

Rocky Creek Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Flats Fishing

Rocky Creek Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Popping
  • Drift Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Rocky Creek Charters include:
  • Cobia
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Scallop
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Spotted Seatrout

Your captain

Frank Taylor Jr
Steinhatchee, Florida, United States
1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
62 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since October 2019
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It's safe to say that Captain Frank Taylor Jr knows his way around Steinhatchee's waters – he's been fishing here 1999, and has plenty of experience under his belt! He decided to turn his personal passion for angling into a profession at the beginning of 2018, when he got his captain's license and started running charters. His reason for doing this is simple: he just loves sharing experiences and passing on his knowledge of these waters to anglers of all ages and skill levels. Come aboard Rocky Creek Charters and let him show you what these fishing grounds have to offer!

The fish you can target

Cobia Cobia
Flounder Flounder
Redfish Redfish
Scallop Scallop

What the boat is like

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
23 ft
Year built
2020
Boat manufacturer
Carolina Skiff
Boat type
Skiff

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 115HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

Which types of fishing are offered

Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Popping
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Snorkeling Equipment
Live Bait Well
Ice Box
And cooler, but feel free to bring your own!
Radar

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
If we fish with live bait, normally it is pinfish and sometimes shrimp, which we supply 
Lures
Fishing License
You are covered for your saltwater fishing license in the state of Florida when you fish with us 

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

What the listing policies are

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
No infants, all other ages welcome
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

How you can pay

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.
Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

Cash
Checks

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