Bait House Charters 

4.9/5 (332 reviews)
 
Federally permitted
 45 Causeway Boulevard, Clearwater, FL 33767, United States
 
Federally permitted
4.9/5 (332 reviews)
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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.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 332 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (423)

Fishing with Brad
Caught lots of fish, almost landed a big shark!
Caught lots of fish, almost landed a big shark!
+420

Angler rating

315
14
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

97%

Appropriate for children

96%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

99%

Caught fish

95%

Showing 1 - 5 of 332 reviews
Showing: 5 of 332 reviews
Jacob H.
Jacob H.
5.0/5

May 23, 2025

3/4 Day Trip

Captain Brad & Andrew Exceeded our Expectations

VERIFIED

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!

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...  

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 Jacob H. recommends Bait House Charters
 Jacob H. recommends Bait House Charters

Travis B.
Travis B.
5.0/5

Jul 11, 2025

Full Day Trip

Amazing unforgettable experience

VERIFIED
NEW

Brad and Andrew taught us everything we needed to know. They were patient and kind with my father who was in poor health. We caught a lot of fish. Every location Brad took us to, we caught fish immediately. We did and 8 hour trip and each of the 5 of us caught more fish than we could count. I recommend everyone to book a trip with Brad

Brad and Andrew taught us everything we needed to know. They were patient and kind with my father who was in poor health. We caught...  

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 Travis B. recommends Bait House Charters

Charles O.
Charles O.
5.0/5

Jul 8, 2025

4 Hour Trip (AM)

Baithouse Charters was on the Money

VERIFIED
NEW

Captain Brad and his mate Ben got us out and on the action fast in there 33’ Dusky. It was my first time fishing in Florida and it was an awesome experience being able to catch so many different species of fish. Captain Brad is a very knowledgeable angler and kept us on the fish. Thanks again for a great trip.

Captain Brad and his mate Ben got us out and on the action fast in there 33’ Dusky. It was my first time fishing in Florida and...  

 Charles O. recommends Bait House Charters
 Charles O. recommends Bait House Charters

Jennie K.
Jennie K.
5.0/5

Jul 7, 2025

4 Hour Trip (AM)

Awesome fishing trip!!

VERIFIED
NEW

Our family of 6 went on a morning 4 hour trip and Captain Brad put us on the fish. We caught a lot of grunt, some hogfish, Spanish mackerel, yellowtail, and I caught a huge flounder!! Captain Brad and Ben are the best! Would definitely go with them again and highly recommend!

Our family of 6 went on a morning 4 hour trip and Captain Brad put us on the fish. We caught a lot of grunt, some hogfish, Spanish...  

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 Jennie K. recommends Bait House Charters

Latrecia M.
Latrecia M.
5.0/5

Jun 9, 2025

4 Hour Trip (AM)

Amazing senior trip

VERIFIED

Captain Brad was awesome. The guys could not stop talking about how amazing this fishing trip was. How the captain moved when needed to catch more fish and made the trip one to remember. They caught so many their arms hurt from reeling. We will definitely be using them again!! The crew was polite and fun and to he around. A lot of experience and it showed. Thank you for an awesome time!!

Captain Brad was awesome. The guys could not stop talking about how amazing this fishing trip was. How the captain moved when...  

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1 person finds this review helpful
 Latrecia M. recommends Bait House Charters
1 person finds this review helpful

Trip availability and prices

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4 Hour Trip (AM)
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4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $750 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
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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)
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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
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US $950 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 Hour Trip – Shark (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $950 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Goliath Grouper Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $950 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 Hour Trip – Shark (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
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US $950 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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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
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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
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US $1,900 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Red Snapper
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
10 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $2,200 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 332 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (423)

Fishing with Brad
Caught lots of fish, almost landed a big shark!
Caught lots of fish, almost landed a big shark!
+420

Angler rating

315
14
1
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

97%

Appropriate for children

96%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

99%

Caught fish

95%

Showing 1 - 5 of 332 reviews
Showing: 5 of 332 reviews
Jacob H.
Jacob H.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Captain Brad & Andrew Exceeded our Expectations

VERIFIED

3/4 Day Trip on May 23, 2025

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!

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...  

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Travis B.
Travis B.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Amazing unforgettable experience

VERIFIED
NEW

Full Day Trip on July 11, 2025

Brad and Andrew taught us everything we needed to know. They were patient and kind with my father who was in poor health. We caught a lot of fish. Every location Brad took us to, we caught fish immediately. We did and 8 hour trip and each of the 5 of us caught more fish than we could count. I recommend everyone to book a trip with Brad

Brad and Andrew taught us everything we needed to know. They were patient and kind with my father who was in poor health. We caught a lot of fish. Every location Brad took us to, we caught fish immediately. We did and 8 hour trip and each of the 5 of us caught more fish than we could count. I recommend everyone to book a trip with Brad  

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 Travis B. recommends Bait House Charters

Charles O.
Charles O.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Baithouse Charters was on the Money

VERIFIED
NEW

4 Hour Trip (AM) on July 8, 2025

Captain Brad and his mate Ben got us out and on the action fast in there 33’ Dusky. It was my first time fishing in Florida and it was an awesome experience being able to catch so many different species of fish. Captain Brad is a very knowledgeable angler and kept us on the fish. Thanks again for a great trip.

Captain Brad and his mate Ben got us out and on the action fast in there 33’ Dusky. It was my first time fishing in Florida and it was an awesome experience being able to catch so many different species of fish. Captain Brad is a very knowledgeable angler and kept us on the fish. Thanks again for a great trip.  

 Charles O. recommends Bait House Charters

Jennie K.
Jennie K.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Awesome fishing trip!!

VERIFIED
NEW

4 Hour Trip (AM) on July 7, 2025

Our family of 6 went on a morning 4 hour trip and Captain Brad put us on the fish. We caught a lot of grunt, some hogfish, Spanish mackerel, yellowtail, and I caught a huge flounder!! Captain Brad and Ben are the best! Would definitely go with them again and highly recommend!

Our family of 6 went on a morning 4 hour trip and Captain Brad put us on the fish. We caught a lot of grunt, some hogfish, Spanish mackerel, yellowtail, and I caught a huge flounder!! Captain Brad and Ben are the best! Would definitely go with them again and highly recommend!  

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 Jennie K. recommends Bait House Charters

Latrecia M.
Latrecia M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Amazing senior trip

VERIFIED

4 Hour Trip (AM) on June 9, 2025

Captain Brad was awesome. The guys could not stop talking about how amazing this fishing trip was. How the captain moved when needed to catch more fish and made the trip one to remember. They caught so many their arms hurt from reeling. We will definitely be using them again!! The crew was polite and fun and to he around. A lot of experience and it showed. Thank you for an awesome time!!

Captain Brad was awesome. The guys could not stop talking about how amazing this fishing trip was. How the captain moved when needed to catch more fish and made the trip one to remember. They caught so many their arms hurt from reeling. We will definitely be using them again!! The crew was polite and fun and to he around. A lot of experience and it showed. Thank you for an awesome time!!  

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 Latrecia M. recommends Bait House Charters
1 person finds this review helpful

FAQs about Bait House Charters

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
33 ft
Year built
2011
Boat manufacturer
Dusky
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
2 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots
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