Lock N Load Charters is a family-oriented company that specializes in fishing the waters of the Emerald Coast. If you are planning your next family outing or just want to fish with your friends, Destin is the place to be and the place to fish.
The company is operated by the 2011 Destin Fishing Rodeo Captain of The Year. Capt. Steve has been mastering the waters for almost two decades and knows the area like the back of his hand.
A day out with Lock N Load will be full of entertaining fish stories, beautiful scenery, and family memories that will last a lifetime. Capt. Steve caters to everyone, be it a complete beginner, a younger angler, or a highly experienced fisherman.
Explore the white sandy beaches. Head up to 9 miles out and check the bite nearshore. Take as many species as possible off your personal angling bucket list. Test yourself in trolling and bottom fishing for the likes of Snapper, Sailfish, Marlin, Grouper, Amberjack, Wahoo, King Mackerel, Sheepshead, and even Sharks!
Capt. Steve will provide you with only the finest tackle available by the leading brands such as Penn International. He will greet you with a warm welcome aboard the ‘Lock N Load’, a 28’ Mako. She comes powered by a new 350 HP Yamaha engine and can comfortably take up to six anglers. Fish in comfort and style, using the latest and most advanced fish finding electronics, as well as professional tools and accessories.
The Lock N Load is equipped with dry storage, comfortable seating, and a restroom. She also features a flybridge, which will only make your fishing adventure more exciting.
All trips come with gear, tackle, licenses, and lures. Your catch will be cleaned and ready to go straight into the frying pan.
FAQs about Lock N Load Charters
- $960 per group, additional $100 per person after 4 guests - Half day PM (4 hours)
- $960 per group, additional $100 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
- $960 per group, additional $100 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
- $1,440 per group, additional $100 per person after 4 guests - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
- Toilet
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Flybridge
- Live Bait Well
- Ice Box
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live Bait (Caught on the trip)
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- Fishing License
- Nearshore Fishing
- Offshore Fishing (State Waters)
- Reef Fishing
- Wreck Fishing
- Light Tackle
- Heavy Tackle
- Bottom Fishing
- Trolling
- Deep Sea Fishing
- Amberjack
- King Mackerel (Kingfish)
- Sailfish
- Shark (Blacktip)
- Shark (Hammerhead)
- Shark (Mako)
- Sheepshead
- Snapper (Red)
- Snapper (Vermilion)
- Wahoo
Meet the Charter Operator
| ID & License verified |
| 199 Customer reviews |
| Response time within an hour |
| Member since April 2015 |
| Angler's Choice |
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About this listing
Targeted species
Amberjack
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Sailfish
Blacktip Shark
Hammerhead Shark
Mako Shark
Sheepshead
Red Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Wahoo
Boat specs
Mako (Cuddy cabin) originally built in 1989, and restored in 2020. Powered by a 350HP Yamaha engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 25 knots.
Types of fishing
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Amenities
Trip includes
Cancellation policy
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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.
Listing policies
Payment
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
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