Bait House Charters
4.9/5 (363 reviews)
Federally permitted
45 Causeway Boulevard, Clearwater, FL 33767, United States–
Bait House Charters
Federally permitted
4.9/5 (363)
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Angler's Choice
45 Causeway Boulevard
Clearwater, FL, United States
Bait House Charters is a fishing charter based in Clearwater Beach, Florida. Join Captain Brad and travel up to 100 miles out to explore one of the best bottom fishing locations around. He will make sure to provide you with a tailored experience, regardless of whether you are a veteran angler or just getting your feet wet. If you prefer fly fishing, Captain Brad will be able to accommodate your needs.
How far you go out will vary depending on what you want to catch and how long you want to stay. Some of the fish species you can expect to encounter are Groupers, Snappers, Amberjack, Kingfish, as well as other pelagic species. Captain Brad also specializes in catching Hogfish, one of the most delicious fish out there. There is also a shark fishing package for any who would like to try their hand at hunting for Hammerheads, Bull Sharks, and others.
His boat is a 33' Dusky center console boat. It is powered by twin 300 HP Suzuki engines and can develop a speed of up to 38 knots. The boat is equipped with all the necessary USCG equipment and navigational equipment such as GPS and a fishfinder device. It also has two large coolers to store caught fish as well as any drinks you might decide to bring. This is a very versatile boat that can handle any sort of offshore trip, as well as get you to the action quickly.
Captain Brad will provide you with all the necessary gear and bait, and the first mate will clean and fillet any catch caught once you're back onshore. Gratuity for the first mate of around 15-20% is expected and appreciated. Make sure to bring polarised sunglasses as well as any drinks or snacks if you like.
Popular features
Fishing license
Live bait
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Child friendly
Popular features
Fishing license
Live bait
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Child friendly
Rating
4.9
363 reviews
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4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience
Anglers' gallery (484)
+478
What anglers say
97%
Great experience
95%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
99%
Recommended
96%
Caught fish
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Gage Kinder
5.0
Verified
Great Variety
Full Day Trip on March 1, 2026 • 2 adults
Brother and I did 8 hour trip, definitely recommend to anybody. Brad and Ben were helpful, Respectful, and super chill guys. Brads got alot of experience on the waters and knows exactly were to go. awesome camera to see exactly what fish are where. We caught exactly what we wanted to just a good variety. We went March 1st on a sunny day. Grouper were the most fun to catch if you’re strong enough to reel them. Hogfish are the coolest looking fish and best eating. We caught Hog Fish, Gag Grouper, Scant Grouper, Red Grouper, Mangrove Snapper, Lane Snapper, Triggerfish, Corgis, and alot of Grunts.
Reported catch:
0
Tessa Rider
5.0
Verified
New
Exceeded expectations
4 Hour Trip - 1:00 PM on March 26, 2026 • 3 adults
Our first sea fishing experience and we couldn’t have been more pleased! The captain and first mate were easy going, helpful and fun. We enjoyed the boat ride out to sweet spots and once anchored reeled them in! We’ve already recommended Brad & Ben to locals. We will definitely be back for more adventures!
0
Ryan Pillow
5.0
Verified
Great Offshore Trip
Full Day Trip on September 20, 2025 • 5 adults
Cpt Brad and the Deckhand, Skyler, were great. Brad reached out the day before my trip to make sure all of my questions were answered. I was booked for an 8 hour trip, the crew did awesome at putting us on fish and were very patient with my friends and I who became more drunk and annoying as the hours past.
Some of the more negitive reviews that I can see associated with this Charter could definitely be chalked up to the bluntness of the crew. My advice for people who are looking to have their feeling spared, maybe go surf fishing or find a pier. The crew was extremely knowledgeable and did very well at giving us the appropriate tools to bring in the dinner. If you want someone to give you a hug and say “maybe next time” when you miss a fish, maybe look elsewhere. If you wanna go out to catch some dinner and can take instructions without getting your feelings upset, these guys will work hard to get you there. The next time im in Florida I’ll definitely be booking another trip with these guys.
Reported catch:
+1
1
Jacob Haus
5.0
Verified
Captain Brad & Andrew Exceeded our Expectations
3/4 Day Trip on May 23, 2025 • 6 adults
We booked our trip one week in advance with not knowing what to expect. I had mentioned to Brad we would like to catch some fish we can eat and some good fighting fish, and he nailed it. Our trip went extremely smooth and First Mate Andrew was a pleasure to chat with. Both Brad and Andrew were very respectful and personable; even calling us by name each time. It shows how much they care when they take time to remember your name even when they are dealing with over 50 customers a week. We managed to catch a lot of drum, hog fish, and a variety of different grouper. Would highly recommend Baithouse Charters!
Reported catch:
1
Maddie Theisen
5.0
Verified
Incredible Trip with Bait House Charters!
3/4 Day Trip on January 17, 2026 • 1 adult • 2 children
I recently took my two boys (8yrs and 10yrs) on a six hour fishing trip with Bait House Charters. Brad and Ben were excellent from the start! Communication was great and they handled every aspect of the excursion once we were on board…I don’t think we baited a single hook! We were on a steady bite all day long and caught more species than we can remember! We will definitely be booking with them again when we return!
Reported catch:
0
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4 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
US $750
Entire boat: up to 6 people
US $750
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip – Tarpon
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Jul 31 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
US $950
Entire boat: up to 6 people
US $950
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $950
Entire boat: up to 6 people
US $950
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 Hour Trip – Shark
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
US $950
Entire boat: up to 6 people
US $950
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Goliath Grouper Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $950
Entire boat: up to 6 people
US $950
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $1,400
Entire boat: up to 6 people
US $1,400
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 hr for Red Snapper
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Sep 18
US $1,800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
US $1,800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Extended Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $1,900
Entire boat: up to 6 people
US $1,900
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Red Snapper
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Dec 11 - Dec 31
US $2,200
Entire boat: up to 6 people
US $2,200
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Rating
4.9
363 reviews
5
343
4
16
3
1
2
1
1
0
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience
Anglers' gallery (484)
+478
What anglers say
97%
Great experience
95%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
99%
Recommended
96%
Caught fish
All reviews (363)
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Showing 1 – 5 of 363 reviews
Gage Kinder
5.0
Verified
Great Variety
Full Day Trip on March 1, 2026 • 2 adults
Brother and I did 8 hour trip, definitely recommend to anybody. Brad and Ben were helpful, Respectful, and super chill guys. Brads got alot of experience on the waters and knows exactly were to go. awesome camera to see exactly what fish are where. We caught exactly what we wanted to just a good variety. We went March 1st on a sunny day. Grouper were the most fun to catch if you’re strong enough to reel them. Hogfish are the coolest looking fish and best eating. We caught Hog Fish, Gag Grouper, Scant Grouper, Red Grouper, Mangrove Snapper, Lane Snapper, Triggerfish, Corgis, and alot of Grunts.
Reported catch:
0
Tessa Rider
5.0
Verified
New
Exceeded expectations
4 Hour Trip - 1:00 PM on March 26, 2026 • 3 adults
Our first sea fishing experience and we couldn’t have been more pleased! The captain and first mate were easy going, helpful and fun. We enjoyed the boat ride out to sweet spots and once anchored reeled them in! We’ve already recommended Brad & Ben to locals. We will definitely be back for more adventures!
0
Ryan Pillow
5.0
Verified
Great Offshore Trip
Full Day Trip on September 20, 2025 • 5 adults
Cpt Brad and the Deckhand, Skyler, were great. Brad reached out the day before my trip to make sure all of my questions were answered. I was booked for an 8 hour trip, the crew did awesome at putting us on fish and were very patient with my friends and I who became more drunk and annoying as the hours past.
Some of the more negitive reviews that I can see associated with this Charter could definitely be chalked up to the bluntness of the crew. My advice for people who are looking to have their feeling spared, maybe go surf fishing or find a pier. The crew was extremely knowledgeable and did very well at giving us the appropriate tools to bring in the dinner. If you want someone to give you a hug and say “maybe next time” when you miss a fish, maybe look elsewhere. If you wanna go out to catch some dinner and can take instructions without getting your feelings upset, these guys will work hard to get you there. The next time im in Florida I’ll definitely be booking another trip with these guys.
Reported catch:
+1
1
Jacob Haus
5.0
Verified
Captain Brad & Andrew Exceeded our Expectations
3/4 Day Trip on May 23, 2025 • 6 adults
We booked our trip one week in advance with not knowing what to expect. I had mentioned to Brad we would like to catch some fish we can eat and some good fighting fish, and he nailed it. Our trip went extremely smooth and First Mate Andrew was a pleasure to chat with. Both Brad and Andrew were very respectful and personable; even calling us by name each time. It shows how much they care when they take time to remember your name even when they are dealing with over 50 customers a week. We managed to catch a lot of drum, hog fish, and a variety of different grouper. Would highly recommend Baithouse Charters!
Reported catch:
1
Maddie Theisen
5.0
Verified
Incredible Trip with Bait House Charters!
3/4 Day Trip on January 17, 2026 • 1 adult • 2 children
I recently took my two boys (8yrs and 10yrs) on a six hour fishing trip with Bait House Charters. Brad and Ben were excellent from the start! Communication was great and they handled every aspect of the excursion once we were on board…I don’t think we baited a single hook! We were on a steady bite all day long and caught more species than we can remember! We will definitely be booking with them again when we return!
Reported catch:
0
FAQs about Bait House Charters
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What is the boat like?
Boat category
Center console boatsCapacity
6 personsBoat length
33 ftYear built
2011Boat manufacturer
DuskyBoat type
Center consoleEngine model
SuzukiPowered by
2 x 300HPMax cruising speed
40 knots