Salty Stash Charters 

5.0
(4 reviews)
 South Fishcreek Point 1650, Crystal River, FL 34429, United States–

Salty Stash Charters 

Crystal River, FL, United States
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18 ft
2
5.0
(4 reviews)

Lovers of aquatic wildlife will have a blast with the Citrus County and the Crystal River community in Florida. You can check out the local wildlife reserve, or you can check out what fish is biting and treat your self to a fishing adventure. Salty Stash Charters are there for you and welcome you to have a great time. The experienced local Captain Tyler Trudell will share his enthusiasm and knowledge of the area with you.

This charter takes small groups of two so it’s perfect for couples or two friends. You’ll be cruising the waters on a 2024 Sabine Skiffs VersaLite built custom to Capt. Tyler’s specs. The aluminum technical poling skiff is 18 feet long, 70” wide, and it is equipped with a single Tohatsu 50HP engine that can reach maximum speeds of 32 knots. For your better fishing experience, there’s GPS and fishfinding equipment available.

The crew will take you to inshore and nearshore locations that include flats and backcountry hot-spots. You can try your luck with light tackle, spinning, and fly fishing techniques and see what works best. The fish bites all year round, with changing availability. In colder months you can encounter the yummy Sheepshead, while in the warmer season you can come across Spotted Seatrout and Redfish. What’s more from July till October you can collect Scallops!

For people who want to experience the gorgeous underwater scenery, there’s snorkeling equipment on board. When it comes to fishing gear, bait, and lures, they will be waiting for you. You also don’t have to worry about the fishing license, as the charter will get you covered. If you get thirsty during your trip, the crew offers water, but don’t forget to bring snacks.

Have a wonderful trip surrounded by beautiful scenery of the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge, and even better bag some tasty fish along the way. Contact Salty Stash Charters and make some life-long memories!

Lovers of aquatic wildlife will have a blast with the Citrus County and the Crystal River community in Florida. You can check out the local wildlife reserve, or you can check out what fish is biting and treat your self to a fishing adventure. Salty Stash Charters are there for you and welcome you to have a great time. The experienced local Captain Tyler Trudell will share his enthusiasm and knowledge of the area with you.

This charter takes small groups of two so it’s perfect for couples or two friends. You’ll be cruising the waters on a 2024 Sabine Skiffs VersaLite built custom to Capt. Tyler’s specs. The aluminum technical poling skiff is 18 feet long, 70” wide, and it is equipped with a single Tohatsu 50HP engine that can reach maximum speeds of 32 knots. For your better fishing experience, there’s GPS and fishfinding equipment available.

The crew will take you to inshore and nearshore locations that include flats and backcountry hot-spots. You can try your luck with light tackle, spinning, and fly fishing techniques and see what works best. The fish bites all year round, with changing availability. In colder months you can encounter the yummy Sheepshead, while in the warmer season you can come across Spotted Seatrout and Redfish. What’s more from July till October you can collect Scallops!

For people who want to experience the gorgeous underwater scenery, there’s snorkeling equipment on board. When it comes to fishing gear, bait, and lures, they will be waiting for you. You also don’t have to worry about the fishing license, as the charter will get you covered. If you get thirsty during your trip, the crew offers water, but don’t forget to bring snacks.

Have a wonderful trip surrounded by beautiful scenery of the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge, and even better bag some tasty fish along the way. Contact Salty Stash Charters and make some life-long memories!

Tyler Trudell
Captain
Tyler Trudell
6 years of experience
responds within an hour

Select date to see availability

Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
SuMoTuWeThFrSa
Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
Half Day Trip – Inshore
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Snook
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
Redfish
+3
US $400
Entire boat: 2 people
Full Day Trip – Inshore
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Snook
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
Redfish
+3
US $500
Entire boat: 2 people
Half Day - Sightfishing/Fly-Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Snook
Black Drum
Redfish
Sheepshead
US $500
Entire boat: 2 people
Full Day - Sightfishing/Fly-Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Snook
Black Drum
Redfish
Sheepshead
US $600
Entire boat: 2 people

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Rating

5.0
4 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (17)

Reviews (4)

  • Ryan Olsen
    Ryan Olsen
    us
    South Dakota, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    Ozello Backcountry Spores Gold

    Full Day Trip – Inshore on October 7, 2023 • 2 adults • 1 child

    Captan Tyler is a true Florida west coast sportsman. He knows the water and the fish. He put my son and I in the right spots at the right times. Picked off lots of smaller redfish all morning keeping my son’s line tight, then we moved out to hunt bull and a slot reds. No issues for him finding the ones you want had fish in the cooler in no time. Got into some sweet sight fishing for some snook but having a 6 year old running laps around the boat we just couldn’t make the attack happen. A lot of fun, great captain with amazing patience and service for my son. I would highly recommend Salty Stash, and Captain Tyler, if you’re looking to do some true Florida backwater red and snook fishing. Definitely booking with him again.

  • Danny Hunter
    Danny Hunter
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Redfish

    Full Day Trip – Inshore on April 13, 2024 • 2 adults

    Really put us on some quality fish. Definitely very knowledgeable! Would recommend to anyone.

  • Briana Guevara
    Briana Guevara
    Repeat angler
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2025
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    10/10

    Half Day Trip – Inshore on September 20, 2025 • 2 adults • 1 child

    Capt Tyler was awesome and put us on so many fish we lost count—definitely recommend!!

  • Robert Lee
    Robert Lee
    us
    Oklahoma, US
    Member since 2019
    5.0
    Verified

    Half Day with Captain Tyler

    Half Day Trip – Inshore on August 19, 2023 • 2 adults

    Wow! From the moment we met at the ramp until we returned. Wow! Captain put us on the redfish. Caught a 31 inch Red and more. Took home our limit. We also hooked into some snook. Boat was very clean, had all the equipment we needed in great operating condition. Captain Tyler was knowledgeable, polite and efficient. Will definitely fish with him again.

FAQs about Salty Stash Charters

Salty Stash Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $400 per group - Half Day Trip – Inshore (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group - Full Day Trip – Inshore (8 hours)
  • US $500 per group - Half Day - Sightfishing/Fly-Fishing (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group - Full Day - Sightfishing/Fly-Fishing (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Salty Stash Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS Lowrance Elite 9 Ti2
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Ice box Yeti Coolers
Trips booked with Salty Stash Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Included in the total price)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (It is done at the dock. It is included in the price of the trip.)
  • Drinks (Coolers will be stocked with water)
  • Fishing license (All necessary licenses are covered in the price of the trip)
Salty Stash Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing (A client favorite! )
Salty Stash Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Spinning
  • Fly fishing
Top targeted fish species with Salty Stash Charters include:
  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Scallop
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout

Your captain

Tyler Trudell
Tyler Trudell
Crystal River, Florida, United States
4 Customer reviews
Member since July 2020
Captain Tyler Trudell grew up between Lake County, FL, and Citrus County, FL. If he wasn't playing baseball, you could guarantee he was at the lake or on the flats. He received his Associate's degree and pursued a career in the fire service where he is currently serving as a Firefighter/EMT for Lake County Fire Rescue. The 24/48 schedule of being a firefighter allows him to run Salty Stash Charters and make each client's trip on the water a day to remember!
Tyler Trudell
Tyler Trudell
4
reviews
2020
member since
Captain Tyler Trudell grew up between Lake County, FL, and Citrus County, FL. If he wasn't playing baseball, you could guarantee he was at the lake or on the flats. He received his Associate's degree and pursued a career in the fire service where he is currently serving as a Firefighter/EMT for Lake County Fire Rescue. The 24/48 schedule of being a firefighter allows him to run Salty Stash Charters and make each client's trip on the water a day to remember!

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Scallop
Scallop
Black Seabass
Black Seabass
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Scallop
Scallop
Black Seabass
Black Seabass

Real catches by this captain

  • A young angler and an adult proudly displaying their Redfish catch while enjoying a sunny day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Briana G.
    Briana G.
    Capt Tyler was awesome and put us on so many fish we lost count—definitely recommend!!
  • An angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while seated on a boat in calm waters, showcasing a successful day of fishing.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Danny H.
    Danny H.
    Really put us on some quality fish. Definitely very knowledgeable! Would recommend to anyone.
  • Young angler proudly holding a redfish on the deck of a fishing boat over calm coastal water.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Ryan O.
    Ryan O.
    Captan Tyler is a true Florida west coast sportsman. He knows the water and the fish. He put my son and I in the right spots at the right times. Picked off lots of smaller redfish all morning keeping my son’s line tight, then we moved out to hunt bull and a slot reds. No issues for him finding the ones you want had fish in the cooler in no time. Got into some sweet sight fishing for some snook but having a 6 year old running laps around the boat we just couldn’t make the attack happen. A lot of fun, great captain with amazing patience and service for my son. I would highly recommend Salty Stash, and Captain Tyler, if you’re looking to do some true Florida backwater red and snook fishing. Definitely booking with him again.
  • Two anglers proudly displaying their Redfish catch while enjoying a sunny day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Robert L.
    Robert L.
    Wow! From the moment we met at the ramp until we returned. Wow! Captain put us on the redfish. Caught a 31 inch Red and more. Took home our limit. We also hooked into some snook. Boat was very clean, had all the equipment we needed in great operating condition. Captain Tyler was knowledgeable, polite and efficient. Will definitely fish with him again.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
2 persons
Boat length
18 ft
Year built
2024
Boat manufacturer
Sabine Skiffs
Boat type
Skiff
Engine model
Tohatsu
Powered by
1 x 50HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Spinning
Fly Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Lowrance Elite 9 Ti2
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Ice box
Yeti Coolers
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Included in the total price
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
It is done at the dock. It is included in the price of the trip.
Drinks
Coolers will be stocked with water
Fishing license
All necessary licenses are covered in the price of the trip

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip
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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Catch and release allowed

How you can 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
 Bank transfer

What’s biting in Crystal River right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
FlounderFlounder
RedfishRedfish
ScallopScallop
SheepsheadSheepshead
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
SnookSnook
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

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