Bent Rod Charters 

4.9/5 (131 reviews)
 
State licensed
 6511 Laird Park Road, Panama City Beach, FL 32413, United States

Bent Rod Charters 

 
State licensed
4.9/5 (131)
 Angler's Choice
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6511 Laird Park Road
Panama City Beach, FL, United States

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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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 131 reviews
Boat
4.8/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (133)

Fun Day Catching Speckled Trout
Great trip!
They loved it!
+130

Angler rating

121
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

98%

Appropriate for children

99%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

99%

Caught fish

87%

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Paula H.
Paula H.
5.0/5

Jun 9, 2025

3/4 Day Trip

Love to Fish

VERIFIED

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.

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...  

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Cheryl N.
Cheryl N.
4.7/5

Jun 18, 2025

4 Hour Trip (AM)

Fun Day Catching Speckled Trout

VERIFIED

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.

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...  

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Colby J.
Colby J.
5.0/5

Jun 7, 2025

3/4 Day Trip

Great Trip With an Awesome Captain

VERIFIED

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.

Had a great time catching fish over and over again, the captain was very courteous and professional in a great boat and helped...  

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Spencer S.
Spencer S.
5.0/5

Jun 18, 2025

Afternoon trip

June fishing trip

VERIFIED

Jimmy was very nice and eager for us to catch some fish! Only complaint would be not enough time, and he ran us over because they were still biting!! Was a great time for the family to enjoy some inland fishing.

Jimmy was very nice and eager for us to catch some fish! Only complaint would be not enough time, and he ran us over because they...  

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Shane D.
Shane D.
5.0/5

Jun 17, 2025

Afternoon trip

Good time

VERIFIED

Fishing with Jimmy was fun and we caught a lot of fish. We would definitely go fishing with Jimmy again!

Fishing with Jimmy was fun and we caught a lot of fish. We would definitely go fishing with Jimmy again!  

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Trip availability and prices

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US $400 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour Trip (AM)
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US $525 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 hr late morning
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US $525 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
3/4 Day Trip
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6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $700 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 131 reviews
Boat
4.8/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (133)

Fun Day Catching Speckled Trout
Great trip!
They loved it!
+130

Angler rating

121
9
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

98%

Appropriate for children

99%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

99%

Caught fish

87%

Showing 1 - 5 of 131 reviews
Showing: 5 of 131 reviews
Paula H.
Paula H.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Love to Fish

VERIFIED

3/4 Day Trip on June 9, 2025

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.

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.  

 Paula H. recommends Bent Rod Charters

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Cheryl N.
Cheryl N.
4.7/5

Experience:

4.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fun Day Catching Speckled Trout

VERIFIED

4 Hour Trip (AM) on June 18, 2025

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.

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.  

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Colby J.
Colby J.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Trip With an Awesome Captain

VERIFIED

3/4 Day Trip on June 7, 2025

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.

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.  

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Spencer S.
Spencer S.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

June fishing trip

VERIFIED

Afternoon trip on June 18, 2025

Jimmy was very nice and eager for us to catch some fish! Only complaint would be not enough time, and he ran us over because they were still biting!! Was a great time for the family to enjoy some inland fishing.

Jimmy was very nice and eager for us to catch some fish! Only complaint would be not enough time, and he ran us over because they were still biting!! Was a great time for the family to enjoy some inland fishing.  

 Spencer S. recommends Bent Rod Charters

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Shane D.
Shane D.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Good time

VERIFIED

Afternoon trip on June 17, 2025

Fishing with Jimmy was fun and we caught a lot of fish. We would definitely go fishing with Jimmy again!

Fishing with Jimmy was fun and we caught a lot of fish. We would definitely go fishing with Jimmy again!  

 Shane D. recommends Bent Rod Charters

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FAQs about Bent Rod Charters

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The fish you can target

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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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