Bent Rod Charters 

4.9/5 (133 reviews)
 
State licensed
 6511 Laird Park Road, Panama City Beach, FL 32413, United States

Bent Rod Charters 

 
State licensed
4.9/5 (133)
 Angler's Choice
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6511 Laird Park Road
Panama City Beach, FL, United States
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Bent Rod Charters Of Destin offers amazing fishing adventures all year round. Don't let the name fool you, we fish West Bay/ Panama City Beach exclusively . Captain Jimmy has been fishing these waters for decades and he's the right person to help you explore the area. His trips are family-friendly, perfect for beginners and all of those who simply want to enjoy their day on the water. If you're not feeling like a hard-core angler, leave the depths of the Gulf to others, while you can relax and take a more laid-back trip with Capt. Jimmy.

You'll be fishing on an 18' Pathfinder that accommodates up to 3 guests. This bay boat is perfect for shallow waters you'll explore, such as backcountry canals, grass flats, and inshore bay spots. She's powered by a 90 HP Yamaha engine that reaches the speed of 28 knots and there's also a MinnKota wireless engine. You can also rely on navigational electronics and there's a live bait tank that's filled with bait before the trip starts.

The main targets of the day are Redfish, Flounder, and Spotted Trout. Each species gives a different kind of action and you'll sometimes use different techniques but one is for sure - they all taste great! That's why it's good you get to keep the catch and, by request, the captain can clean and fillet it for you.

All fishing equipment you'll need for the day is prepared by the captain. He also covers your fishing licenses and prepares bottled water. You only need to pack some snacks and sunblock.

Bring your family and friends along and spend a relaxing day with Bent Rod Charters Of Destin!

Bent Rod Charters Of Destin offers amazing fishing adventures all year round. Don't let the name fool you, we fish West Bay/ Panama City Beach exclusively . Captain Jimmy has been fishing these waters for decades and he's the right person to help you explore the area. His trips are family-friendly, perfect for beginners and all of those who simply want to enjoy their day on the water. If you're not feeling like a hard-core angler, leave the depths of the Gulf to others, while you can relax and take a more laid-back trip with Capt. Jimmy.

You'll be fishing on an 18' Pathfinder that accommodates up to 3 guests. This bay boat is perfect for shallow waters you'll explore, such as backcountry canals, grass flats, and inshore bay spots. She's powered by a 90 HP Yamaha engine that reaches the speed of 28 knots and there's also a MinnKota wireless engine. You can also rely on navigational electronics and there's a live bait tank that's filled with bait before the trip starts.

The main targets of the day are Redfish, Flounder, and Spotted Trout. Each species gives a different kind of action and you'll sometimes use different techniques but one is for sure - they all taste great! That's why it's good you get to keep the catch and, by request, the captain can clean and fillet it for you.

All fishing equipment you'll need for the day is prepared by the captain. He also covers your fishing licenses and prepares bottled water. You only need to pack some snacks and sunblock.

Bring your family and friends along and spend a relaxing day with Bent Rod Charters Of Destin!

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Rating

4.9
133 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (135)

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
99%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
99%
Recommended
88%
Caught fish

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Derek Towles
Derek Towles
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Kentucky, US
Member since 2026
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5.0
Verified
New
Great Time On The Water
4 Hour Trip (AM) on June 1, 20263 adults
Captain Jimmy was great! He did a very good job of communicating with me leading up to the trip and everything went great the morning of our fishing trip. Jimmy did a great job of getting me, my father in law and brother in law, all of which have varying degrees of experience, on fish and was able to match everyone's level of experience and help out where needed. We had a great morning on the water and we're able to take fish home. Eventhough we caught a lot of fish, not a ton were keepers, but that's ok. It's fishing and just part of it. Captain Jimmy even cleaned the fish for us. I definitely would fish with Captain Jimmy again!
Response from Captain
June 1, 2026
thanks, it was a fun day for sure
Timothy Melton
Timothy Melton
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2021
0
5.0
Verified
New
Fantastic Trip!
4 hr late morning on May 16, 20263 adults
Fantastic trip!!! The 3 of us caught at least 40 fish in 4 hours. Captain Jimmy was excellent, talented, friendly, and professional!! Highly recommended, all ages.
Response from Captain
May 17, 2026
Thanks, y'all made the day fun.
Paula Holden
Paula Holden
Repeat angler
us
San Antonio, TX, US
Member since 2019
2 trips
1
5.0
Verified
Love to Fish
3/4 Day Trip on June 9, 20252 adults
Had a great time with Captain Jimmy. Caught a bunch of Trouts but too short to keep. Still we had a great time. Always fun to catch some keepers but sadly we didn't. It is called fishing not catching lol Will book with with Captain Jimmy again next time we are down in PCB.
Cheryl Neiswender
Cheryl Neiswender
Repeat angler
us
Louisiana, US
Member since 2023
4 trips
0
4.7
Verified
Fun Day Catching Speckled Trout
4 Hour Trip (AM) on June 18, 20252 adults
We booked a morning trip. Started out about 7:00 am. Captain Jimmy met up with a fellow boat captain to get some live bait. Had to run from a rain shower but found some hot spots later. We caught many fish but only 2 keepers. Most trout were just below the slot size. We would have loved having more keepers, but it was a fun trip.
Colby Jeffers
Colby Jeffers
Repeat angler
us
Tennessee, US
Member since 2021
3 trips
0
5.0
Verified
Great Trip With an Awesome Captain
3/4 Day Trip on June 7, 20251 adult
Had a great time catching fish over and over again, the captain was very courteous and professional in a great boat and helped in everyway. I stopped counting fish after 15 minutes of this trip. Will be going with Captain Early again.
Reported catch:
Redfish
Ladyfish
Speckled Trout

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US $475
Entire boat: 2 people
4 Hour Trip (AM)
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US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
4 hr late morning
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US $550
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US $725
Entire boat: 2 people
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Rating

4.9
133 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (135)

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
99%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
99%
Recommended
88%
Caught fish

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Derek Towles
Derek Towles
us
Kentucky, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
New
Great Time On The Water
4 Hour Trip (AM) on June 1, 20263 adults
Captain Jimmy was great! He did a very good job of communicating with me leading up to the trip and everything went great the morning of our fishing trip. Jimmy did a great job of getting me, my father in law and brother in law, all of which have varying degrees of experience, on fish and was able to match everyone's level of experience and help out where needed. We had a great morning on the water and we're able to take fish home. Eventhough we caught a lot of fish, not a ton were keepers, but that's ok. It's fishing and just part of it. Captain Jimmy even cleaned the fish for us. I definitely would fish with Captain Jimmy again!
Response from Captain
June 1, 2026
thanks, it was a fun day for sure
Timothy Melton
Timothy Melton
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2021
0
5.0
Verified
New
Fantastic Trip!
4 hr late morning on May 16, 20263 adults
Fantastic trip!!! The 3 of us caught at least 40 fish in 4 hours. Captain Jimmy was excellent, talented, friendly, and professional!! Highly recommended, all ages.
Response from Captain
May 17, 2026
Thanks, y'all made the day fun.
Paula Holden
Paula Holden
Repeat angler
us
San Antonio, TX, US
Member since 2019
2 trips
1
5.0
Verified
Love to Fish
3/4 Day Trip on June 9, 20252 adults
Had a great time with Captain Jimmy. Caught a bunch of Trouts but too short to keep. Still we had a great time. Always fun to catch some keepers but sadly we didn't. It is called fishing not catching lol Will book with with Captain Jimmy again next time we are down in PCB.
Cheryl Neiswender
Cheryl Neiswender
Repeat angler
us
Louisiana, US
Member since 2023
4 trips
0
4.7
Verified
Fun Day Catching Speckled Trout
4 Hour Trip (AM) on June 18, 20252 adults
We booked a morning trip. Started out about 7:00 am. Captain Jimmy met up with a fellow boat captain to get some live bait. Had to run from a rain shower but found some hot spots later. We caught many fish but only 2 keepers. Most trout were just below the slot size. We would have loved having more keepers, but it was a fun trip.
Colby Jeffers
Colby Jeffers
Repeat angler
us
Tennessee, US
Member since 2021
3 trips
0
5.0
Verified
Great Trip With an Awesome Captain
3/4 Day Trip on June 7, 20251 adult
Had a great time catching fish over and over again, the captain was very courteous and professional in a great boat and helped in everyway. I stopped counting fish after 15 minutes of this trip. Will be going with Captain Early again.
Reported catch:
Redfish
Ladyfish
Speckled Trout

FAQs about Bent Rod Charters

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
18 ft
Year built
2000
Boat manufacturer
Pathfinder
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 90HP
Max cruising speed
28 knots
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