Scotty J's Charters LLC 

5.0/5 (143 reviews)
 
Federally permitted
 4630 29th Avenue South, Gulfport, FL 33711, United States
 
Federally permitted
5.0/5 (143 reviews)
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4630 29th Avenue South
Gulfport, FL, United States
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Get down to Gulfport, Florida, and embark on a offshore fishing adventure with Scotty J’s Charters, a veteran-owned and family-operated company that is Federally Permitted for the beautiful waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Launching out of Gulfport Municipal Marina, their location gives them quick and easy access to the prime fishing waters in the Gulf of Mexico. Out on the water daily, they keep a finger on the pulse and are always up to date on fishing conditions.

You’ll be riding out into the Florida sun on a 2022, 30’ Sea Hunt Gamefish center console with room for up to 6 passengers. Onboard the boat you’ll find an up-to-date Garmin fish finder with twin screens, a chart plotter, radar equipment, 3 live bait wells, and iceboxes to keep your beverages chilled. There’s also a flushable private toilet on board.

Depending on the season and length of your trip, you will fish for King Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel, Amberjack, Cobia, both Red and Gag Grouper, Lane Snapper, Mangrove Snapper, Yellowtail Snapper, American Red Snapper, Blackfin Tuna, occasional Dolphin (Mahi) or Wahoo, and much more. Depending on the species, this will be done by either slow trolling, drifting, or anchoring over wrecks with their On-Spot GPS anchor, using live, dead, or artificial bait.

All fishing equipment, tackle, bait, catch cleaning, and your fishing license are included in the price of your trip. Just remember to take some food and drinks along with you.

Scotty J’s Charters promises you a clean vessel, well-maintained equipment, and a fun day on the water! If you have a special request, do not hesitate to ask, if able, the captain will gladly accommodate you. So come out and enjoy the sunshine on the deck or some shade under the large T-top with misters and go catch some fish.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 143 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (250)

Great Captain
Great Captain
Absolutely incredible trip
+247

Angler rating

138
4
1
0
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

97%

Appropriate for children

99%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

99%

Caught fish

91%

Showing 1 - 5 of 143 reviews
Showing: 5 of 143 reviews
Somphone S.
Somphone S.
5.0/5

Jun 26, 2025

12 Hour – Offshore

Great Captain

VERIFIED

Captain Johnson was an amazing captain. He is an easy going captain that let us do what we wanted, as long as it’s within regulation. Capt J. put us on fish, we caught our targets species. We were able to bring our own rod, reels and tackle on the boat. It’s a great feeling to be able to land fish with our personal gear. Captain J boat is really clean and comfortable. I would recommend Captain J if you want to fill the cooler. Thank you for putting us on our targeted fish and let us use our personal gear.

Captain Johnson was an amazing captain. He is an easy going captain that let us do what we wanted, as long as it’s within regulation. Capt...  

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 Somphone S. recommends Scotty J's Charters LLC
 Somphone S. recommends Scotty J's Charters LLC
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 11, 2025
Thanks for booking guys. Chicken rig for the win!

Evan F.
Evan F.
5.0/5

Jun 8, 2025

8 Hour – Offshore

Absolutely incredible trip

VERIFIED

Had an awesome time with cpt rich. He kept us on fish all day. We caught a lot of fish and had a blast. He was super friendly, laid back and accommodating. It took us a little while to get off shore because of the waves (but the trip out was awesome- saw baby dolphins next to the boat) so he kept us fishing longer because of it! Couldn’t recommend this enough!

Had an awesome time with cpt rich. He kept us on fish all day. We caught a lot of fish and had a blast. He was super friendly,...  

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 Evan F. recommends Scotty J's Charters LLC
 Evan F. recommends Scotty J's Charters LLC
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on June 22, 2025
Thanks for booking with us. Great day having you out.

Aliesia R.
Aliesia R.
5.0/5

Apr 27, 2025

8 Hour – Offshore

Captain Rich is the man.

VERIFIED

We fished on the Scotty J for the second time this year, it was a blast. We left with enough grouper and snapper to feed our vacation party of 12, with leftovers. Captain Rich will definitely get you on some good fish. Bring some ibuprofen, you will need it after reeling in fish ALL DAY.

We fished on the Scotty J for the second time this year, it was a blast. We left with enough grouper and snapper to feed our vacation...  

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 Aliesia R. recommends Scotty J's Charters LLC
 Aliesia R. recommends Scotty J's Charters LLC
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on May 4, 2025
Thanks for coming out with us again. Looking forward to some red snapper fishing with you guys

Clarence C.
Clarence C.
5.0/5

Apr 1, 2025

8 Hour – Offshore

Fishing Dream

VERIFIED

I told Rich that I’ve never caught a big fish before, today I caught 175 pounds 6 ft sand shark and other good eating fish . He was knowledgeable & I will recommend him to friends

I told Rich that I’ve never caught a big fish before, today I caught 175 pounds 6 ft sand shark and other good eating fish . He...  

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 Clarence C. recommends Scotty J's Charters LLC
 Clarence C. recommends Scotty J's Charters LLC
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on April 2, 2025
Thank you for coming out guys. I’m thankful we got an item marked off your bucket list for ya. Great job on lighter tackle.

Nomi A.
Nomi A.
5.0/5

Mar 26, 2025

6 Hour – Offshore (PM)

Great overall experience

VERIFIED

We had fun got some fish and enjoyed a great day on the water. Will book again. Thank you!

We had fun got some fish and enjoyed a great day on the water. Will book again. Thank you!  

Captain replied
 Nomi A. recommends Scotty J's Charters LLC
 Nomi A. recommends Scotty J's Charters LLC
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on March 28, 2025
Thanks for booking guys. I really enjoyed having you the boat.

Trip availability and prices

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4 Hour – Nearshore/Bay (AM)
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4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $800 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip – Offshore (AM)
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6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $1,200 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour – Offshore (PM)
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6 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
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US $1,200 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour – Offshore
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8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $1,600 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
10 Hour Trip – Offshore
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10 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $1,900 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
12 Hour – Offshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
12 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $2,100 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 143 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (250)

Great Captain
Great Captain
Absolutely incredible trip
+247

Angler rating

138
4
1
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

97%

Appropriate for children

99%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

99%

Caught fish

91%

Showing 1 - 5 of 143 reviews
Showing: 5 of 143 reviews
Somphone S.
Somphone S.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Captain

VERIFIED

12 Hour – Offshore on June 26, 2025

Captain Johnson was an amazing captain. He is an easy going captain that let us do what we wanted, as long as it’s within regulation. Capt J. put us on fish, we caught our targets species. We were able to bring our own rod, reels and tackle on the boat. It’s a great feeling to be able to land fish with our personal gear. Captain J boat is really clean and comfortable. I would recommend Captain J if you want to fill the cooler. Thank you for putting us on our targeted fish and let us use our personal gear.

Captain Johnson was an amazing captain. He is an easy going captain that let us do what we wanted, as long as it’s within regulation. Capt J. put us on fish, we caught our targets species. We were able to bring our own rod, reels and tackle on the boat. It’s a great feeling to be able to land fish with our personal gear. Captain J boat is really clean and comfortable. I would recommend Captain J if you want to fill the cooler. Thank you for putting us on our targeted fish and let us use our...  

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 Somphone S. recommends Scotty J's Charters LLC
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 11, 2025
Thanks for booking guys. Chicken rig for the win!

Evan F.
Evan F.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Absolutely incredible trip

VERIFIED

8 Hour – Offshore on June 8, 2025

Had an awesome time with cpt rich. He kept us on fish all day. We caught a lot of fish and had a blast. He was super friendly, laid back and accommodating. It took us a little while to get off shore because of the waves (but the trip out was awesome- saw baby dolphins next to the boat) so he kept us fishing longer because of it! Couldn’t recommend this enough!

Had an awesome time with cpt rich. He kept us on fish all day. We caught a lot of fish and had a blast. He was super friendly, laid back and accommodating. It took us a little while to get off shore because of the waves (but the trip out was awesome- saw baby dolphins next to the boat) so he kept us fishing longer because of it! Couldn’t recommend this enough!  

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 Evan F. recommends Scotty J's Charters LLC
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on June 22, 2025
Thanks for booking with us. Great day having you out.

Aliesia R.
Aliesia R.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Captain Rich is the man.

VERIFIED

8 Hour – Offshore on April 27, 2025

We fished on the Scotty J for the second time this year, it was a blast. We left with enough grouper and snapper to feed our vacation party of 12, with leftovers. Captain Rich will definitely get you on some good fish. Bring some ibuprofen, you will need it after reeling in fish ALL DAY.

We fished on the Scotty J for the second time this year, it was a blast. We left with enough grouper and snapper to feed our vacation party of 12, with leftovers. Captain Rich will definitely get you on some good fish. Bring some ibuprofen, you will need it after reeling in fish ALL DAY.  

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 Aliesia R. recommends Scotty J's Charters LLC
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on May 4, 2025
Thanks for coming out with us again. Looking forward to some red snapper fishing with you guys

Clarence C.
Clarence C.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fishing Dream

VERIFIED

8 Hour – Offshore on April 1, 2025

I told Rich that I’ve never caught a big fish before, today I caught 175 pounds 6 ft sand shark and other good eating fish . He was knowledgeable & I will recommend him to friends

I told Rich that I’ve never caught a big fish before, today I caught 175 pounds 6 ft sand shark and other good eating fish . He was knowledgeable & I will recommend him to friends  

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 Clarence C. recommends Scotty J's Charters LLC
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on April 2, 2025
Thank you for coming out guys. I’m thankful we got an item marked off your bucket list for ya. Great job on lighter tackle.

Nomi A.
Nomi A.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great overall experience

VERIFIED

6 Hour – Offshore (PM) on March 26, 2025

We had fun got some fish and enjoyed a great day on the water. Will book again. Thank you!

We had fun got some fish and enjoyed a great day on the water. Will book again. Thank you!  

 Nomi A. recommends Scotty J's Charters LLC
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on March 28, 2025
Thanks for booking guys. I really enjoyed having you the boat.

FAQs about Scotty J's Charters LLC

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The fish you can target

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
30 ft
Year built
2023
Boat manufacturer
Sea Hunt Gamefish
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
2 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
45 knots
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