Explore the waters of Crystal River with Southern Fried Charters! This place is blessed with a year-round fishing season, so you can join any time you like. Let the captain take you on a relaxing and fun day of fishing that you’ll never forget. Hop aboard and get ready to learn something new.

The boat you’ll be fishing from is a 20’ Sundance skiff that accommodates up to 5 guests. Kids are welcome to join as well, so bring your whole family. The boat is powered by a 90 HP Honda engine and features GPS and a fishfinder. You’ll also find a live bait tank and a cooler.

Whether you’re fishing in inshore waters, flats, or backcountry, there’s a variety of species to go after. Some of the most popular ones are Snook, Redfish, Spotted Seatrout, Sheepshead, and Mangrove Snapper. As always, you can be surprised at any time and catch fish you didn’t expect.

While some species, such as Redfish and Snook, are usually being released, you can keep the others. The captain will clean and fillet your catch for you, so you can look forward to a tasty dinner afterward.

All fishing equipment is included in the price, as well as drinking water. Feel free to bring other beverages and snacks. The Captain’s license covers 4 guests, so you’ll need to purchase a fishing license if there’s a 5th adult in your group.

Southern Fried Charters hopes you’ll spend your next fishing adventure with them. Welcome aboard!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $450
    You can discuss the details of the trip beforehand about the fishing in general, or your preferences. All fishing equipment is included in the price. The licenses are covered for 4 adults, so if there's a fifth person, you'll need to purchase that license.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Backcountry Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Popping
    Spinning
    Drift Fishing
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $525
    Fishing with artificial or live/dead bait. All trips are discussed with groups prior to fishing trip. Departure times can be adjusted based on time of year or you ability to wake up. Target Snook, Redfish, Sheepshead, Trout, and many more.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Backcountry Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Fly Fishing
    Jigging
    Popping
    Spinning
    Drift Fishing
  • Private trip
    Full Day
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $650
    Full day trip 7am to 3pm
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Backcountry Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Fly Fishing
    Jigging
    Popping
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Snook
    Snook
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead

FAQs about Southern Fried – Crystal River

Southern Fried – Crystal River offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (4 hours)
  • US $525 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 1 guest - Full Day (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Southern Fried – Crystal River, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box Cooler

Trips booked with Southern Fried – Crystal River include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (I provide spinning reels only)
  • Live Bait (When possible depending on availability)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks (Ice and water is always in my cooler for clients)
  • Fishing License (My license cover 4 anglers only)

Southern Fried – Crystal River offers the following types of fishing:
  • River Fishing
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

Southern Fried – Crystal River offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Spinning
  • Popping
  • Fly Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Southern Fried – Crystal River include:
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Spotted Seatrout

Meet the Captain

Chris Davy
Crystal River, Florida, United States
21 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
89 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since September 2017
I grew up in Nashville, TN, before it was cool. As a small kid, we fished every pond and creek within 20 miles of my house, often by horseback. Certainly, it was different times, but my passion for finding fish never changed. Then it was Smallmouth and Largemouth Bass, Rainbow and Brown Trout, along with Crappie and Catfish. As a teenager, I fished on a boat called Honey Chile in Sarasota/Longboat Key, FL. It was there I learned the pursuit of “big fish.” I knew then when I was old enough, I'd be heading to FL to live and fish. I always wanted to be a professional fisherman and, in the mid 90's began tournament fishing for Kingfish. The adventure took on a life of its own, and by 2012 I started hosting the Southern Sportsman Radio Show in Flagler County and did so for 8 years. Fishing and being a guide is my life, and the real reason I do it, and love it, is to be a special part of other people’s memories with family and friends.

About this listing

Targeted species

Redfish Redfish
Sheepshead Sheepshead
Snapper (Mangrove) Mangrove Snapper
Snook Snook

Boat specs

Sundance (Skiff) originally built in 2004. Powered by a 90HP Honda engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 35 knots.

Length
20 ft
Capacity
5 persons

Types of fishing

River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Spinning
Popping
Fly Fishing

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Ice Box
Cooler

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
I provide spinning reels only
Live Bait
When possible depending on availability
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Ice and water is always in my cooler for clients
Fishing License
My license cover 4 anglers only

Cancellation policy

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 not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Guardians must maintain control of young children
You Keep Catch
I prefer to release redfish and snook
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

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
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
Bank Transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.6 / 5
out of 5 stars from 10 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.5 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (4)
6 hour trip
March fishing trip
Great day with the family!
+1
Angler rating
8
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2
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
75%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
90%
Appropriate for children
86%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
38%
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Charles C.
Lithia, FL
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half day Trip with Chris Davy

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on May 1, 2021
Beautiful Day.  Chris was on time and ready to go.  Morning was slow although area fished looked good.  Capt. Davy quickly...
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Edward M.
Buena Park, CA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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March fishing trip

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on March 23, 2022
We had a great experience with Captain Chris . The day was windy but he still put us on fish and that was awesome. Would i...
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Clifton H.
Seguin, TX
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Chris

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on April 8, 2022
Very knowledgeable and pleasent captain. Went out of his way and above to put us on the fish. I will be booking more trips...
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Shelly L.
Vass, NC
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Chris

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on April 29, 2022
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James E.
Pine Ridge, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great day with the family!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on July 5, 2021
Great trip and lots of fun for the family.
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