Finders Keepers Charters

4.8/5 (237 reviews)

State licensed

Any dock or hotel, Crystal River, FL, United States–

Finders Keepers Charters

State licensed

4.8/5 (237)

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Angler's Choice

Any dock or hotel

Crystal River, FL, United States

Trips & prices Targeted species Boat info What's biting What's included Contact captain

Trips & prices What's included Targeted species Boat info Reviews Contact captain

If you and your group want a real down-home charter, book a trip with Finders Keepers Charters and spend the day with Captain Kevin Trahan. Capt. Kevin grew up in Citrus County and has fished these waters since 1982. He’s fully licensed and insured. His local knowledge and outgoing nature will ensure that you not only catch fish but truly enjoy the diverse ecosystems that the Nature Coast offers.

Capt. Kevin will pick you up at your hotel or at a local marina and get you safely to the fishing and scallop grounds aboard a custom 24’ bay boat. Amenities include high-end tackle, Simrad electronics, PowerPole, Rhodan GPS trolling motor, and a custom raised tower to help spot fish from up high.

Expect to target Speckled Trout, Redfish, and Snook in the mangroves, or cruise the flats for Cobia, Tripletail, or Pompano. If you like trolling, come for Grouper and Mackerel in the fall and winter. Summertime brings the annual scallop harvest. Snorkel the gin-clear waters around Crystal River and harvest these tasty bivalves. Custom full and half day charters can be tailored to your needs.

Custom packages are available as well to include shore lunch, sightseeing, and sunset cruises. Capt. Kevin is a retired U.S. Coast Guard Chief and offers a 10% discount to military, police, fire, and rescue personnel.

All fishing equipment, licenses, and bottled water are included in the price.

Finders Keepers Charters hopes to see you on the water soon!

Rating

4.8

237 reviews

211

4.9

Boat & equipment

4.9

Captain & crew

4.8

Fishing Experience

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What anglers say

96%

Great experience

96%

Family friendly

99%

Friendly captain

99%

Good boat

97%

Recommended

89%

Caught fish

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Darlene Johnson

5.0

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Scalloping Fun!

Half Day Scalloping on August 1, 2025 • 6 adults

This was our second trip with Captain Kevin and once again, it was an incredible experience! He is not only extremely knowledgeable but also incredibly kind and patient—especially with kids. Our son was a bit hesitant to get in the water at first, but Captain Kevin took the time to talk with him and helped him feel comfortable. Before we knew it, he was in the water having an absolute blast! We came home with 4 gallons of delicious scallops and, more importantly, so many wonderful memories. We can’t recommend Captain Kevin enough and can’t wait for our next adventure with him!

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Response from Captain

August 10, 2025

Darlene, Thanks for booking your 2nd trip with Finders Keepers Charters. Unlike last year, the scallops were plentiful and you guys sure got in and filled your bags in no time. Thanks again for booking. Captain Kevin

Joshua Marshall

5.0

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Great time on the water!

Full Day Fishing on September 6, 2025 • 5 adults

Booked this trip with 5 friends, each with varying levels of fishing experience, and it was a great time for everyone! With a mixture of scalloping and fishing, there was tons of variety. We even had the opportunity to catch a 23 inch triple tail, awesome experience! Would recommend Captain Kevin to anyone I know!

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Response from Captain

September 25, 2025

Josh, Nice job on a really good Tripletail. Also you guys were able to get in on some late season scallops. Capt Kevin

Brittany White

5.0

Verified

Great day on the water!

Half Day Fishing on July 27, 2025 • 4 adults • 2 children

Capt Kevin had a great sense of humor and made our day so much fun! If we weren’t catching at a spot, he was quick to move on to put us on the fish. We had 2 little ones with us and he was sure to include them and even made an extra stop for them to be able to get in a quick swim! Overall great day and highly recommended!

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August 10, 2025

Brittany Thanks for booking with Finders Keepers Charters. Way to go getting about 3 gallons of sweet tasting scallops. I enjoyed your company and look forward to to having you guys out next year. Capt Kevin.

Daniele Whittaker

5.0

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New

Fish on first cast

Half Day Fishing on December 17, 2025 • 2 adults

Captain Kevin is the best! He was friendly and knowledgeable and got us right in the fish! We had an awesome day!!!

Response from Captain

December 20, 2025

Daniele, Thanks for bookkng this trip. We started this trip on some nearshore rocks and got on the sheepshead and smaller gag grouper pretty quick. 4 nice sheepshead made the trip back to the backcountry as the tide came in and we went hunting for redfish. Managed a few shorts and then got a nice 25 inch redfish to add some spots to the stripes we already had. Well done to two really good fisherman. Capt Kevin

Dennis Woodall

5.0

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full day trip

Full Day Fishing on October 12, 2025 • 3 adults

captin kevin is top notch, ive fished over 30+ yr and been on alot of guided trips and kevin is one of the best ive fished with. great personality and just a fun guy to be around , also put me and my kids on fish all day. we took home several bags of fish. highly recommend

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Response from Captain

October 26, 2025

Dennis Thanks for booking with Finders Keepers Charters. We sure put the smack down on 10 or so species. Capt Kevin

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Half Day Fishing

FREE Cancellation 3 days notice

5 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM

US $400