Tim Loftis Fishing
+19Join Tim Loftis Fishing for a fun day on Lake Okeechobee! Captain Tim has been fishing in the area since the late ‘80s, so saying he’s experienced is an understatement. He knows these waters like the back of his palm and he’s your man if you’re hoping to learn lots of useful fishing tricks. Each trip can be adjusted to meet your needs, as long as you communicate everything in advance.
The newest addition to Capt. Tim’s charter is a 23’ Key West boat, built in 2021. This brand new bay boat is powered by a 250 HP Mercury engine and features Garmin GPS with depth finders. There’s also a Minn Kota wireless trolling engine and twin power poles to hold the boat on the spot. You’ll also find a built in cooler for drinks and dry boxes for storage.
Your main target for the day is Largemouth Bass but you can also get your hands on Crappie, Sunfish, and Snook. It depends if you stay in the lake or visit the Everglades. Crappie is one of the tastiest panfish you’ll ever find and here you have the chance to catch them on your own. You can keep this fish and the captain will clean it for you free of charge. Bass and other species are being released back.
Capt. Tim is fully equipped with all the tackle and rods you’ll need for whatever you fish for. You will be required to purchase your fishing license for the trip. You will also have to pay for any live bait used. Some snacks and bottled water are provided but feel free to bring your own.
Tim Loftis Fishing welcomes you, your family, and friends on a day of adventure!
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+22Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
92%
Appropriate for children
92%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
96%
Caught fish
95%
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Great day on Lake O
8 Hour Trip on January 31, 2025
Captain Tim caught a bug the night before our trip and could not make it. He sounded really sick on the phone, and we were appreciative that he stayed home to get well and not spread the bug. He arranged for Captain Charlie Weyer to take his place. Captain Charlie did a great job. His boat was well-equipped and was really fast. We fished many spots and used shiners, speed worms and other lures. We caught bass, gar, cats and something called a mudfish. They were all fun to catch. We fished so much we were exhausted when we finally docked. Captain Charlie really knew his stuff. It was nice to be on the lake with a guide who was Bassmaster champion.
Captain Tim caught a bug the night before our trip and could not make it. He sounded really sick on the phone, and we were appreciative that he stayed home to get well and not spread the bug. He arranged for Captain Charlie Weyer to take his place. Captain Charlie did a great job. His boat was well-equipped and was really fast. We fished many spots and used shiners, speed worms and other lures. We caught bass, gar, cats and something called a mudfish. They were all fun to catch. We fished...
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Thank you Captain Tim 🤩
6 Hour Trip on April 21, 2025
My son (13 years old) and I had booked a 6 hour tour with Captain Tim. It was fantastic. Tim is an excellent fisherman, we fished with life bait for large mouth bass and catfish. Tim helped us with the equipment, I think he is an exceptionally good teacher for kids. When he caught a catfish with an empty hook (without bait, just the hook) in front of our eyes, we were absolutely impressed. Thank you Magic-Tim for a great fishing trip !!!
My son (13 years old) and I had booked a 6 hour tour with Captain Tim. It was fantastic. Tim is an excellent fisherman, we fished with life bait for large mouth bass and catfish. Tim helped us with the equipment, I think he is an exceptionally good teacher for kids. When he caught a catfish with an empty hook (without bait, just the hook) in front of our eyes, we were absolutely impressed. Thank you Magic-Tim for a great fishing trip !!!
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Great captain
6 Hour Trip on March 18, 2025
Captain Tim was excellent with the boys (age 13). He tried many different spots, taught them some great tips, and was willing to let them use lots of different rods and lures. Highly recommend!!
Captain Tim was excellent with the boys (age 13). He tried many different spots, taught them some great tips, and was willing to let them use lots of different rods and lures. Highly recommend!!
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Perfect day on the water
8 Hour Trip on December 30, 2024
TIM was a great captain for a full day of bass fishing! Caught 12 largemouth on a day others were pulling lines up and heading in. Tim was super patient and kind with me and my 18 year old son as we put our bait in the reeds repeatedly. Lol. Don't hesitate and book your next fishing trip with Capt tim ! Steve
TIM was a great captain for a full day of bass fishing! Caught 12 largemouth on a day others were pulling lines up and heading in. Tim was super patient and kind with me and my 18 year old son as we put our bait in the reeds repeatedly. Lol. Don't hesitate and book your next fishing trip with Capt tim ! Steve
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Great communication
6 Hour Trip on January 24, 2025
Captain Tim was informative and attentive
Captain Tim was informative and attentive
FAQs about Tim Loftis Fishing
What are the trip rates for Tim Loftis Fishing?
Tim Loftis Fishing offers the following trips to customers:
- US $350 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip (4 hours)
- US $450 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
- US $550 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Tim Loftis Fishing?
When you book a trip with Tim Loftis Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live Bait Well 2 airreated livewells
- Wireless Trolling Motor 112 lb thrust minn kota I pilot
- Ice Box Built in cooler
What's included in the trip price with Tim Loftis Fishing?
Trips booked with Tim Loftis Fishing include:
- Rods, reels & tackle (I have all tackle available for what we fish for)
- Live Bait (Live bait is purchased by clients)
- Lures (I have all lures we will be using)
- Catch cleaning & filleting (I can clean your catch or I have somebody else als)
- Snacks (You can bring your own and I will have some)
- Drinks (I will have water but you can bring also)
- Fishing License (You will need to go online and buy those)
- Fly Fishing Equipment (If you have a fly rod I'm ok with that only bluegi)
What types of fishing does Tim Loftis Fishing offer?
Tim Loftis Fishing offers the following types of fishing:
- River Fishing (Everglades )
- Lake Fishing (Lake okeechobee)
What fishing techniques does Tim Loftis Fishing offer?
Tim Loftis Fishing offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle (Light rods for bluegill crappie)
- Heavy Tackle (7'6 medium heavy rods with ambassador reels )
- Spinning (Spring reels available. Right and left hand)
Which fish species can I catch with Tim Loftis Fishing?
Top targeted fish species with Tim Loftis Fishing include:
- Bass (Largemouth)
- Crappie
- Snook
- Sunfish
Meet your captain
Clewiston, Florida, United States
I do Lake Okeechobee, Everglades trips, and river trips. I've been on Lake Okeechobee since the late 80s and have been guiding for 5 years now. My availability has changed since now i am retired and can concentrate on taking people to do what they love to do. I am available 7 days a week now with a few days that will not be available.But there will be a calander for all days available. Lake okeechobee will always be available to be your choice to fish. i am wanting to upgrade some lakes that i want to take people to fish closer to my home town. Lake placid which is a deep clear lake loaded with big bass will be available. Lake Istokpoga will be available as another lake that is loaded with big bass and crappie. Lake June is another lake available with big bass and crappie. There will be hotels and places to stay in Sebring and in Lake Placid for rooming for your trip. Let me Capt Tim be your guide on the lake you choose to fish. All gear and tackle will be available or if you have a special rod and reel you are welcome to bring it. Pick your Lake and just call me and lets make a plan to go catch a bass. All trips will be a cash payment. and if live bait is used customer pays for bait.
Fish you can target
Your boat
Where you can fish
River Fishing
Everglades
Lake Fishing
Lake okeechobee
How you can fish
Light Tackle
Light rods for bluegill crappie
Heavy Tackle
7'6 medium heavy rods with ambassador reels
Spinning
Spring reels available. Right and left hand
What's on board
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
2 airreated livewells
Wireless Trolling Motor
112 lb thrust minn kota I pilot
Ice Box
Built in cooler
Included in the price
Rods, reels & tackle
I have all tackle available for what we fish for
Live Bait
Live bait is purchased by clients
Lures
I have all lures we will be using
Catch cleaning & filleting
I can clean your catch or I have somebody else als
Snacks
You can bring your own and I will have some
Drinks
I will have water but you can bring also
Fishing License
You will need to go online and buy those
Fly Fishing Equipment
If you have a fly rod I'm ok with that only bluegi
How cancellations work
Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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.
Listing policies
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
Children are allowed. Will need to have own life j
No Smoking
Smoking is allowed
No Alcohol
Beer is allowed
You Keep Catch
Bluegill and crappie only.
Catch and Release Allowed
Only on bass
Catch and Release Mandatory
All bass are released
How to pay
Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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
PayPal
What’s biting in Clewiston right now
Bass (Largemouth)
Crappie
Sunfish