Panhandle Fishing Charters 

4.8/5 (148 reviews)
 104 Miracle Strip Parkway Southwest, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548, United States

Panhandle Fishing Charters 

Fort Walton Beach, FL, United States
24 ft
6
4.8/5 (148 reviews)

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Welcome to Panhandle Fishing Charters! We offer an array of fishing charters to accommodate your needs! You can chose between Gulf, Bay, Kids, and Shark Fishing Charters!!
Each trip is ran on any four of our boats; 24' Sea Hunt or Skeeter, 20' Carolina Skiff (bow fishing) and 22' Blue Wave.

Fort Walton Beach's original nighttime bow fishing charter! Come to Fort Walton Beach, Florida and have a great time fishing its inshore waters and flats for many different prized species that dwell here in great numbers. Captain Joey or a member of the team will take you to the best spots and give you all the help you need to have fun and make a good catch. Pick a day and join him aboard for a memorable fishing adventure in Florida!

On your trip, you'll have the chance to catch Mangrove Snapper, Spanish Mackerel, Ladyfish, Flounder, Sheepshead, Spotted Seatrout, Redfish, and more. The techniques you can use to reel them in include light tackle trolling, spinning, jigging, and bow fishing. You can keep the fish you catch and you're welcome to bring kids aboard.
The team at Panhandle Fishing Charters will supply all the fishing gear, live bait, licenses, as well as catch cleaning. Yours is just to bring your favorite snacks and drinks.

Come spend a day in Fort Walton Beach and have a terrific time fishing with Panhandle Fishing Charters!

Welcome to Panhandle Fishing Charters! We offer an array of fishing charters to accommodate your needs! You can chose between Gulf, Bay, Kids, and Shark Fishing Charters!!
Each trip is ran on any four of our boats; 24' Sea Hunt or Skeeter, 20' Carolina Skiff (bow fishing) and 22' Blue Wave.

Fort Walton Beach's original nighttime bow fishing charter! Come to Fort Walton Beach, Florida and have a great time fishing its inshore waters and flats for many different prized species that dwell here in great numbers. Captain Joey or a member of the team will take you to the best spots and give you all the help you need to have fun and make a good catch. Pick a day and join him aboard for a memorable fishing adventure in Florida!

On your trip, you'll have the chance to catch Mangrove Snapper, Spanish Mackerel, Ladyfish, Flounder, Sheepshead, Spotted Seatrout, Redfish, and more. The techniques you can use to reel them in include light tackle trolling, spinning, jigging, and bow fishing. You can keep the fish you catch and you're welcome to bring kids aboard.
The team at Panhandle Fishing Charters will supply all the fishing gear, live bait, licenses, as well as catch cleaning. Yours is just to bring your favorite snacks and drinks.

Come spend a day in Fort Walton Beach and have a terrific time fishing with Panhandle Fishing Charters!

Panhandle Fishing Charters
Charter Operator
Panhandle Fishing Charters
12 years of experience

Trip availability and prices

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KIDS Fishing – 2 HR
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
2 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 12:30 PM)
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
Redfish
+6
US $375
Entire boat: up to 4 people
KIDS Fishing – 3 HR
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
3 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 11:00 AM)
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
Redfish
+6
US $475
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 HR BAY FISH - 6 AM
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 11:30 AM)
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Jul 1 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
Redfish
+5
US $700
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 HR BAY FISH - 11:30 AM
In high demand Last booked: 4 days ago
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 11:30 AM)
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
Redfish
+5
US $700
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour Trip – Red Snapper
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 11:30 AM)
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
Snapper (Mangrove)
+2
US $740
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Capt's Pick - 4 HR - 6 AM
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 11:30 AM)
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Snapper (Red)
Bluefish (Tailor)
+8
US $740
Entire boat: up to 4 people
FISH AND FUN – 4 HR
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 11:30 AM)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
Redfish
+4
US $740
Entire boat: up to 4 people
GULF FISHING - 4 HR - 6 AM
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 11:30 AM)
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack Crevalle
+5
US $740
Entire boat: up to 4 people
SHARK Fishing – 4 HR
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 11:30 AM)
Shark (Hammerhead)
Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Mako)
Shark (Tiger)
+1
US $740
Entire boat: up to 4 people
5 HR BAY FISH - 6 AM
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Bluefish (Tailor)
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
Redfish
+5
US $875
Entire boat: up to 4 people
5 Hour Trip – Red Snapper
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Jul 1 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
Snapper (Mangrove)
+2
US $925
Entire boat: up to 4 people
GULF FISHING! - 5 HR - 6 AM
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack Crevalle
+5
US $925
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 HR BAY FISH - 6 AM
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Jul 1 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
Redfish
+5
US $1,050
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Hour Trip – Red Snapper
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
Snapper (Mangrove)
+2
US $1,110
Entire boat: up to 4 people
GULF FISHING - 6 HR - 6 AM
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack Crevalle
+5
US $1,110
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Customer reviews

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Rating

4.8
148 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.7
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (133)

What anglers say

86%
Great experience
97%
Family friendly
97%
Friendly captain
97%
Good boat
87%
Recommended
87%
Caught fish

All reviews (148)

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Sean Mcdonald
Sean Mcdonald
us
Kansas, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Family had an awesome time!
4 HR BAY FISH - 11:30 AM on July 5, 20262 adults4 children

Family had an awesome time! Caught 12 fish. Caught some fish we hadnt expected. Captain Taylor was fantastic! Boat was comfortable and had everthing we needed. Great chance for kids wanting to have fun and catch fish. If booking in July bring sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses. Highly recommend this trip!

Frances Wilson
Frances Wilson
us
Alabama, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
What a great experience!
KIDS Fishing – 2 HR - 11:00 AM on April 13, 20264 adults1 child

What a memorable trip we had! Everything was so well organized and well taken care of. Captain Taylor did an outstanding job of teaching our 9 year-old all about fishing in the Gulf. What fish were there, fish columns, and so much more. Great customer service and safety information. When the trip was over our boy told Taylor, “When we go again, we are booking with you”! Priceless experience…

Michael Little
Michael Little
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Missouri, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Kids Bay Fishing Trip
KIDS Fishing – 3 HR on July 16, 20262 adults1 child

Went on a bay fishing trip with my 4 year old son and it was great. The bay was a bit quiet, but our guide was able to find a few hot spots and we were quickly reeling them in. The look on my son's face when he reeled in puffer fish was priceless.

Katy Willis
Katy Willis
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Kids Trip!
KIDS Fishing – 3 HR on July 15, 20262 adults2 children

We had a great time with Capt Colby! He got our two kiddos on bait fish then took us a bit offshore to catch some larger ones. We were surrounded by dolphins. It was a great trip with small kids. We will book again, and for longer next time!

Sandra Faris
Sandra Faris
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
great fishing trip for kids!
KIDS Fishing – 3 HR - 5:00 PM on July 15, 20263 adults2 children

The boys and their dads all had a great time! They each caught multiple fish of a variety, different fish than those caught in the river waters at home. Great trip, especially for kids.

Reported catch:
Catfish
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel

FAQs about Panhandle Fishing Charters

Panhandle Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $375 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - KIDS Fishing – 2 HR (2 hours)
  • US $375 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - KIDS Fishing – 2 HR - 11:30 AM (2 hours)
  • US $375 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - KIDS Fishing – 2 HR - 12:30 PM (2 hours)
  • US $475 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - KIDS Fishing – 3 HR (3 hours)
  • US $475 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - KIDS Fishing – 3 HR - 11:00 AM (3 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 4 HR BAY FISH - 11:30 AM (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 4 HR BAY FISH - 11:30 AM - 6:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 4 HR BAY FISH - 6 AM (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 4 HR BAY FISH - 6 AM - 11:30 AM (4 hours)
  • US $740 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Red Snapper (4 hours)
  • US $740 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Red Snapper - 11:30 AM (4 hours)
  • US $740 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - Capt's Pick - 4 HR - 6 AM (4 hours)
  • US $740 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - Capt's Pick - 4 HR - 6 AM - 11:30 AM (4 hours)
  • US $740 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - FISH AND FUN – 4 HR (4 hours)
  • US $740 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - FISH AND FUN – 4 HR - 11:30 AM (4 hours)
  • US $740 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - GULF FISHING - 4 HR - 6 AM (4 hours)
  • US $740 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - GULF FISHING - 4 HR - 6 AM - 11:30 AM (4 hours)
  • US $740 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - SHARK Fishing – 4 HR (4 hours)
  • US $740 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - SHARK Fishing – 4 HR - 11:30 AM (4 hours)
  • US $875 per group, additional US $60 per person after 4 guests - 5 HR BAY FISH - 6 AM (5 hours)
  • US $925 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Red Snapper (5 hours)
  • US $925 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - GULF FISHING! - 5 HR - 6 AM (5 hours)
  • US $1,050 per group, additional US $60 per person after 4 guests - 6 HR BAY FISH - 6 AM (6 hours)
  • US $1,110 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Red Snapper (5 hours)
  • US $1,110 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - GULF FISHING - 6 HR - 6 AM (6 hours)
When you book a trip with Panhandle Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Multimedia system
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Panhandle Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing license
Panhandle Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Panhandle Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Bowfishing
Top targeted fish species with Panhandle Fishing Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Black Drum
  • Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Flounder
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Ladyfish
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout

Your operator

Panhandle Fishing Charters
Panhandle Fishing Charters
Panhandle Fishing Charters

Fort Walton Beach, Florida, United States

1 Fishing Report
164 Customer reviews
Typical response within 2 hours
Member since March 2015

Your fishing guide at Panhandle Fishing Charters will be Captain Joey, a friendly angler who has had a passion for fishing since his youth. At the age of fifteen, Captain Joey was one of the youngest mates ever on a well-known fishing charter boat in the Destin Harbor. Joey prides himself on safety, service, and customer satisfaction.

1 Fishing Report
164 Customer reviews
Typical response within 2 hours
Member since March 2015

Your fishing guide at Panhandle Fishing Charters will be Captain Joey, a friendly angler who has had a passion for fishing since his youth. At the age of fifteen, Captain Joey was one of the youngest mates ever on a well-known fishing charter boat in the Destin Harbor. Joey prides himself on safety, service, and customer satisfaction.

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Black Drum
Black Drum
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Flounder
Flounder
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Ladyfish
Ladyfish
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Amberjack
Amberjack
Black Drum
Black Drum
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Flounder
Flounder
Red Grouper
Red Grouper

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2013
Boat manufacturer
Sea Hunt
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
28 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Bowfishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Multimedia system
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
Radar

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing license

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 30 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 30 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
You keep catch
per FWC regulations
Catch and release allowed
greatly appreciated!

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

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Fort Walton Beach right now

AmberjackAmberjack
Black DrumBlack Drum
FlounderFlounder
Grouper (Red)Grouper (Red)
RedfishRedfish
SheepsheadSheepshead
Snapper (Red)Snapper (Red)
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

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