30A Bay Guide Service 

4.9
(342 reviews)
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State licensed
 U.S. 331 21987, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459, United States–

30A Bay Guide Service 

Santa Rosa Beach, FL, United States
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23 ft
6
4.9
(342 reviews)

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Have fun catching fish and relax on the water with 30A Bay Guide Service. You'll explore the inshore waters, flats, as well as the backcountry of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, and visit the best spots these grounds have to offer. This will be possible thanks to Captain Marvin Glasgow, a skilled angler who eagerly awaits you to show you the beauties of fishing in this area.

You'll start the trip on a restored 22' Cape Horn bay boat. It can take up to 4 guests and is powered by a 225 HP Honda engine that can reach a maximum speed of 45 knots. The boat uses modern GPS, fishfinder, and radio systems for navigation, and has got a wireless trolling motor, livewell, and an ice-box.

There's a great choice of species you can target, some of them including Jack Crevalle, Tarpon, Spotted Seatrout, Black Drum, Flounder, and more. The captain and you will catch them by spinning on light tackle. Kids are welcome to join the trip, so feel free to bring them along and together have a lovely family outing. As for the catch, you can choose whether you'll keep it or release it.

Captain Marvin will supply you with everything you'll ever need on your trip. This includes all the fishing gear, licenses, snacks, drinks, and even catch cleaning.

Hurry up and join 30A Bay Guide Service, a wonderful fishing experience awaits you!

Have fun catching fish and relax on the water with 30A Bay Guide Service. You'll explore the inshore waters, flats, as well as the backcountry of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, and visit the best spots these grounds have to offer. This will be possible thanks to Captain Marvin Glasgow, a skilled angler who eagerly awaits you to show you the beauties of fishing in this area.

You'll start the trip on a restored 22' Cape Horn bay boat. It can take up to 4 guests and is powered by a 225 HP Honda engine that can reach a maximum speed of 45 knots. The boat uses modern GPS, fishfinder, and radio systems for navigation, and has got a wireless trolling motor, livewell, and an ice-box.

There's a great choice of species you can target, some of them including Jack Crevalle, Tarpon, Spotted Seatrout, Black Drum, Flounder, and more. The captain and you will catch them by spinning on light tackle. Kids are welcome to join the trip, so feel free to bring them along and together have a lovely family outing. As for the catch, you can choose whether you'll keep it or release it.

Captain Marvin will supply you with everything you'll ever need on your trip. This includes all the fishing gear, licenses, snacks, drinks, and even catch cleaning.

Hurry up and join 30A Bay Guide Service, a wonderful fishing experience awaits you!

Marvin Glasgow
Captain
Marvin Glasgow
25 years of experience
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2 hour kids trip
In high demand Last booked: 1 day ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 hour trip starts at 10:30 AM
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
Tarpon
Shark (Tope)
+7
US $450
Entire boat: up to 3 people
2hr kids trip (copy)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 hour trip starts at 3:30 PM
Seasonal trip
Nov 1 - Jan 1
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
Tarpon
Shark (Tope)
+6
US $450
Entire boat: up to 3 people
2 Hour Trip – Kids Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Jack Crevalle
Bluefish (Tailor)
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
+5
US $500
Entire boat: up to 4 people
2hr kids trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 hour trip starts at 3:30 PM
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
Tarpon
Shark (Tope)
+6
US $500
Entire boat: up to 4 people
3 Hour Trip – Inshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $650
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half Day Trip – Bay Fishing (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $750
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half Day Trip – Bay Fishing (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Jan 1 - Mar 1
US $750
Entire boat: up to 4 people
5 Hour – Shark Fishing Adventure
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jul 1 - Oct 1
US $850
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Rating

4.9
342 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (401)

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
99%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
99%
Recommended
91%
Caught fish

Reviews (342)

  • Brandon Jones
    Brandon Jones
    us
    Georgia, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    RECOMMENDED

    3 Hour Trip – Inshore on August 15, 2026 • 2 adults

    I booked a 3 hour trip for me and my cousin. first off, marvin is the best charter captain around. i requested to catch some big fish, and marvin was able to make that happen and so much more! we went straight out and within 10 mins of hopping on the boat, we get our first casts out, and BOOM, I hooked onto a massive Drum that weighed between 60-70lbs. fighting that beast was a experience i’ll never forget. after we caught our first fish, we moved spots and targeted other species. at the spot we moved to, we caught multiple catfish from 4-20lbs, also caught some ladyfish and croaker and some other species. overall, i had the best fishing experience of my life. I couldn’t have asked for a better charter captain than marvin. such a great guy that makes the experience better than it already is. he makes you feel welcome and is very laid back. every charter is fun of course but one thing i look for when booking a charter is, a captain who knows what he’s talking about and is honest, a captain who makes the experience better, a captain who cares about his passengers and doesn’t try to speed things up just for the money, and lastly, a captain who doesn’t make it awkward and doesn’t make you feel unwelcome. and also a lot of captains are strict and don’t want you touching anything without asking and all types of strict and annoying things, but marvin met all my expectations for a captain. I now know who to call when i want to go on a charter to have a good/unforgettable time. cant thank you enough marvin!!!🙌🏽

  • Ryan Neufelder
    Ryan Neufelder
    us
    Oklahoma, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great trip with my boys!

    2 Hour Trip – Kids Trip (PM) on July 15, 2026 • 3 adults • 2 children

    Took my 6 and 12 year old sons and fished St. Andrews Bay on a 2 hr trip. We caught sail cats, spotted trout, and hard head catfish. We hooked several other species (including a ~6’ shark!), but couldn’t land them all! Marvin is a great guide and extremely knowledgeable and a lifelong local to the area. He has kids similar in age to mine so was very patient with helping them get set up. The two hour trip seemed to be the sweet spot where my youngest was still having fun at the end and both kids said it was their favorite part of our trip to Florida! I didn’t know anything about bay fishing before this trip and was very pleasantly surprised with the conditions (way less time boating and smoother water than the Gulf) and the action was consistent throughout the trip!

  • Jeff Cannon
    Jeff Cannon
    us
    Tennessee, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    great trip

    Half Day Trip – Bay Fishing (AM) on May 26, 2026 • 3 adults

    made sure everyone had time reeling and equally catching fish. big ones! takes pictures of your catch. does all the baiting and unhooking. of course he lets you operate at your own experience. pays extra attention to your kids that you’re trying to show a good time- isnt easy these days. we are middle of the road reguarding charter fishing and he can do basic to expert. book with Marvin and you wont be disappointed

  • Jonathan Elliott
    Jonathan Elliott
    us
    Kentucky, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day out with my boys

    2 Hour Trip – Kids Trip (PM) on May 18, 2026 • 3 adults • 2 children

    Had a great short notice fishing trip. We were out for a bit over 2 hours and caught some great spotted trout and 2 catfish. The kids loved the fishing and I loved the ease of it. Marvin played music and we enjoyed ourselves throughly. It was just easy. A thing any parent can appreciate. I will definitely book again next year when we visit 30A.

  • Guerry Harris
    Guerry Harris
    us
    Texas, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    great trip

    3 Hour Trip – Inshore on May 1, 2026 • 2 adults

    Captain Marvin was great. Boat was well maintained. We caught loads of fish mostly trout, but we did catch some red fish in the back waters first. Captain Marvin is very personable. It felt like hanging out with an old friend doing some fishing. What more could you ask for. highly recommend booking a trip with Captain Marvin.

  • Tim Kent
    Tim Kent
    us
    Tennessee, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Caught some nice fish!

    Half Day Trip – Bay Fishing (AM) on May 15, 2026 • 3 adults

    We had a great day with Captain Glasgow! We caught some very nice speckled trout and redfish! The boat was equipped with a gps guided trolling system which freed up the captain to keep us on the fish. All three of us hooked into some nice ones. I highly recommend Captain Glasgow's charter!

  • Michael Morgan
    Michael Morgan
    Repeat angler
    us
    Georgia, US
    •
    Member since 2022
    •
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Great day fishing!

    Half Day Trip – Bay Fishing (AM) on September 1, 2026 • 4 adults

    Marvin knew how to read the conditions. He is a great captain. Everyone in our group caught fish we could take home.

  • Ashley Chamblin
    Ashley Chamblin
    us
    Ohio, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fantastic trip!

    Half Day Trip – Bay Fishing (AM) on July 10, 2026 • 3 adults

    My husband, son, and my son’s best friend had a fantastic time. They caught trout, catfish, and a few sharks. The boys fish in Ohio at least once a week so this was a nice change pace for them. The captain filleted the catch and took great pictures. Excellent experience all around!

  • Brian Epstein
    Brian Epstein
    Repeat angler
    us
    Missouri, US
    •
    Member since 2019
    •
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day on the water

    Half Day Trip – Bay Fishing (AM) on April 21, 2026 • 5 adults • 1 child

    Captain Marvin was great, especially with our young fisherman! Caught several species and ended up with enough for a fish fry in extremely tough conditions. I would highly recommend him for a trip. Our young angler was really appreciative of the "luck shrimp" for bait.

  • Cassie Giddens
    Cassie Giddens
    us
    Georgia, US
    •
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome Trip and Captain!

    3 Hour Trip – Inshore on June 13, 2026 • 2 adults

    Captain took us to a spot he knew would would produce a good catch. We had a great time and caught several large fish. I would recommend this captain and trip to anyone looking for a successful catch and a good time.

Rating

4.9
342 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (401)

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
99%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
99%
Recommended
91%
Caught fish

All reviews (342)

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Brandon Jones
Brandon Jones
us
Georgia, US
•
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
RECOMMENDED
3 Hour Trip – Inshore on August 15, 2026 • 2 adults

I booked a 3 hour trip for me and my cousin. first off, marvin is the best charter captain around. i requested to catch some big fish, and marvin was able to make that happen and so much more! we went straight out and within 10 mins of hopping on the boat, we get our first casts out, and BOOM, I hooked onto a massive Drum that weighed between 60-70lbs. fighting that beast was a experience i’ll never forget. after we caught our first fish, we moved spots and targeted other species. at the spot we moved to, we caught multiple catfish from 4-20lbs, also caught some ladyfish and croaker and some other species. overall, i had the best fishing experience of my life. I couldn’t have asked for a better charter captain than marvin. such a great guy that makes the experience better than it already is. he makes you feel welcome and is very laid back. every charter is fun of course but one thing i look for when booking a charter is, a captain who knows what he’s talking about and is honest, a captain who makes the experience better, a captain who cares about his passengers and doesn’t try to speed things up just for the money, and lastly, a captain who doesn’t make it awkward and doesn’t make you feel unwelcome. and also a lot of captains are strict and don’t want you touching anything without asking and all types of strict and annoying things, but marvin met all my expectations for a captain. I now know who to call when i want to go on a charter to have a good/unforgettable time. cant thank you enough marvin!!!🙌🏽

Ryan Neufelder
Ryan Neufelder
us
Oklahoma, US
•
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great trip with my boys!
2 Hour Trip – Kids Trip (PM) on July 15, 2026 • 1 adult • 2 children

Took my 6 and 12 year old sons and fished St. Andrews Bay on a 2 hr trip. We caught sail cats, spotted trout, and hard head catfish. We hooked several other species (including a ~6’ shark!), but couldn’t land them all! Marvin is a great guide and extremely knowledgeable and a lifelong local to the area. He has kids similar in age to mine so was very patient with helping them get set up. The two hour trip seemed to be the sweet spot where my youngest was still having fun at the end and both kids said it was their favorite part of our trip to Florida! I didn’t know anything about bay fishing before this trip and was very pleasantly surprised with the conditions (way less time boating and smoother water than the Gulf) and the action was consistent throughout the trip!

Reported catch:
Catfish
Speckled Trout
Jeff Cannon
Jeff Cannon
us
Tennessee, US
•
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
great trip
Half Day Trip – Bay Fishing (AM) on May 26, 2026 • 3 adults

made sure everyone had time reeling and equally catching fish. big ones! takes pictures of your catch. does all the baiting and unhooking. of course he lets you operate at your own experience. pays extra attention to your kids that you’re trying to show a good time- isnt easy these days. we are middle of the road reguarding charter fishing and he can do basic to expert. book with Marvin and you wont be disappointed

Reported catch:
Redfish
Jonathan Elliott
Jonathan Elliott
us
Kentucky, US
•
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great day out with my boys
2 Hour Trip – Kids Trip (PM) on May 18, 2026 • 1 adult • 2 children

Had a great short notice fishing trip. We were out for a bit over 2 hours and caught some great spotted trout and 2 catfish. The kids loved the fishing and I loved the ease of it. Marvin played music and we enjoyed ourselves throughly. It was just easy. A thing any parent can appreciate. I will definitely book again next year when we visit 30A.

Reported catch:
Speckled Trout
Catfish
Guerry Harris
Guerry Harris
us
Texas, US
•
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
great trip
3 Hour Trip – Inshore on May 1, 2026 • 2 adults

Captain Marvin was great. Boat was well maintained. We caught loads of fish mostly trout, but we did catch some red fish in the back waters first. Captain Marvin is very personable. It felt like hanging out with an old friend doing some fishing. What more could you ask for. highly recommend booking a trip with Captain Marvin.

Reported catch:
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Bluefish (Tailor)
Marvin Glasgow
Response from Captain

thank you Guerry for the great review! I had such a great time!

FAQs about 30A Bay Guide Service

30A Bay Guide Service offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 2 hour kids trip (2 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 2hr kids trip (copy) (2 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 2 Hour Trip – Kids Trip (PM) (2 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 2hr kids trip (2 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hour Trip – Inshore (3 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip – Bay Fishing (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip – Bay Fishing (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $850 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour – Shark Fishing Adventure (5 hours)
When you book a trip with 30A Bay Guide Service, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with 30A Bay Guide Service include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Live bait is caught by the Capt. Before your fishing trip so clients don't waste time bait fishing. )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (All legal catches are haply cleaned and baged free of charge by your Capt. But tips are encouraged.)
  • Snacks (Your Capt. Will usually have a few snacks on board such as crackers or chips but clients are encouraged to bring anything else they would like to snack on.)
  • Drinks (There will be plenty of drinking water on board but you are welcome to bring anything else you like. )
  • Fishing license (All licensed charter boats in the state of Florida are required to carry a fishing license that covers all guests. So there is no need to go and purchase a fishing license.)
30A Bay Guide Service offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
30A Bay Guide Service offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Popping
  • Fly fishing
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with 30A Bay Guide Service include:
  • Black Drum
  • Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Flounder
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Sheepshead
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon

Your captain

Marvin Glasgow
Marvin Glasgow

Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, United States

21 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
342 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since February 2021
Angler's Choice

The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.

Captain Marvin bids you a warm welcome to Santa Rosa Beach, Florida. Come and join him on wonderful trips and create lifelong memories on the water.

Marvin Glasgow
Marvin Glasgow
Fully verified
Angler's Choice
21
reports
342
reviews
2021
member since
~1h
response
Captain Marvin bids you a warm welcome to Santa Rosa Beach, Florida. Come and join him on wonderful trips and create lifelong memories on the water.

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Flounder
Flounder
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Redfish
Redfish
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tarpon
Tarpon
Black Drum
Black Drum
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Flounder
Flounder
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Redfish
Redfish

Real catches by this captain

  • Great day fishing!
    Michael M.
    Michael M.
  • RECOMMENDED
    Brandon J.
    Brandon J.
  • Great Captain
    Kristen D.
    Kristen D.
  • Great trip with my boys!
    Ryan N.
    Ryan N.
  • Fantastic trip!
    Ashley C.
    Ashley C.
  • Awesome Trip and Captain!
    Cassie G.
    Cassie G.
  • Good Fishing!
    Anthony B.
    Anthony B.
  • great trip
    Jeff C.
    Jeff C.
  • great trip!
    David E.
    David E.
  • Caught some nice fish!
    Tim K.
    Tim K.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
23 ft
Year built
2021
Boat manufacturer
Cape Horn Bay
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Honda
Powered by
1 x 225HP
Max cruising speed
50 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Trolling
Spinning
Popping
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Live bait is caught by the Capt. Before your fishing trip so clients don't waste time bait fishing.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
All legal catches are haply cleaned and baged free of charge by your Capt. But tips are encouraged.
Snacks
Your Capt. Will usually have a few snacks on board such as crackers or chips but clients are encouraged to bring anything else they would like to snack on.
Drinks
There will be plenty of drinking water on board but you are welcome to bring anything else you like.
Fishing license
All licensed charter boats in the state of Florida are required to carry a fishing license that covers all guests. So there is no need to go and purchase a fishing license.

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
Children are welcome on board and all life jackets and safety equipment is provided.
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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

 Checks

 Bank transfer

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Santa Rosa Beach right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
FlounderFlounder
Jack CrevalleJack Crevalle
RedfishRedfish
SheepsheadSheepshead
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
TarponTarpon

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