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Hooknreel Fishing Charters 

5.0
(137 reviews)
 
State licensed
 Thomas Barbour Drive 924, Melbourne, FL 32935, United States–
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Hooknreel Fishing Charters 

Melbourne, FL, United States
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25 ft
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5.0
(137 reviews)
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Hooknreel Fishing Charters is located in Cocoa beach and offers to show you a memorable time in the beautiful waters of the Indian and Banana Rivers. Please do not ask to go fishing in the ocean.

Capt. Ryan will do his best to make sure you have a fun day full of fishing. This involves 2 to 6-hour trips, mainly fishing for Speckled Trout, Redfish, Black Drum, Tarpon, Snook, and Jack Crevalle, depending on the season and conditions on the day. On these trips, you can expect to use techniques such as light tackle.

Your fishing adventure starts on a 25' Shearwater boat that can safely take up to 3 anglers. This boat comes with an ice-box and a wireless trolling motor.

All rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the price so you can focus on what really matters, fishing. Your trip will include all the necessary fishing licenses for the day. Hooknreel Fishing Charters prefers only catch and release trips, so any fish you catch will be returned to the water. The boat will be supplied with drinks for your pleasure, be sure to let the captain know if you have any questions or want to bring your own.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Hooknreel Fishing Charters.

Hooknreel Fishing Charters is located in Cocoa beach and offers to show you a memorable time in the beautiful waters of the Indian and Banana Rivers. Please do not ask to go fishing in the ocean.

Capt. Ryan will do his best to make sure you have a fun day full of fishing. This involves 2 to 6-hour trips, mainly fishing for Speckled Trout, Redfish, Black Drum, Tarpon, Snook, and Jack Crevalle, depending on the season and conditions on the day. On these trips, you can expect to use techniques such as light tackle.

Your fishing adventure starts on a 25' Shearwater boat that can safely take up to 3 anglers. This boat comes with an ice-box and a wireless trolling motor.

All rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the price so you can focus on what really matters, fishing. Your trip will include all the necessary fishing licenses for the day. Hooknreel Fishing Charters prefers only catch and release trips, so any fish you catch will be returned to the water. The boat will be supplied with drinks for your pleasure, be sure to let the captain know if you have any questions or want to bring your own.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Hooknreel Fishing Charters.

Ryan McKay
Captain
Ryan McKay
ID & credentials verified
responds within an hour
What this charter offers
Fishing license
Live bait
Drinks
Child friendly
Ice box
What this charter offers
Fishing license
Live bait
Drinks
Child friendly
Ice box

Select date to see availability

Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
2 Hour Fishing Trip AM
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
2 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Grouper (Goliath)
Jack Crevalle
Snook
Tarpon
+6
US $300
Entire boat: 2 people
Half Day Trip AM
In high demand Last booked: 3 days ago
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Jack Crevalle
Snook
Tarpon
Black Drum
+2
US $450
Entire boat: up to 3 people
3/4 day trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Jack Crevalle
Snook
Tarpon
Black Drum
+3
US $600
Entire boat: up to 3 people

Customer reviews

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Rating

5.0
137 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (164)

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
94%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
99%
Recommended
97%
Caught fish

Reviews (137)

  • Rustin Chute
    Rustin Chute
    us
    Wisconsin, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great trip.

    Half Day Trip AM on June 30, 2026 • 3 adults • 2 children

    Ryan is a very good guide, he’s personable and knowledgeable. He kept all three of us with rods in our hands the whole time. We hit a hot spot for Reds and my son was super happy. I’d definitely recommend this trip.

  • Thomas Taylor
    Thomas Taylor
    Repeat angler
    us
    New Jersey, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    great trip! huge tarpon

    Half Day Trip AM on July 14, 2026 • 3 adults

    a memorable family vacation, with great memories of our trip. we caught some speckled trout and a pair of tarpon, one of them was huge! Captain Ryan was great, knowledgeable and fun.

  • Jacob Kenyon
    Jacob Kenyon
    Repeat angler
    us
    Missouri, US
    Member since 2024
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    best fishing capin i have had while using fishing Booker

    3/4 day trip on August 6, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

    Great captain always had us on fish even in August in this heat. he was very friendly and knowledgeable. always had bait on are poles ready to go.

  • Burl Stone
    Burl Stone
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    great trip

    Half Day Trip AM on June 12, 2026 • 2 adults

    Capt Ryan took us to many different fishing spots. He make sure that my grandson caught some fish.

  • Richard Cooper
    Richard Cooper
    Repeat angler
    us
    Tennessee, US
    Member since 2023
    5 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Best Trip we Have Ever Had!

    Half Day Trip AM on January 26, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

    Captain Ryan was great. He was so patient with my son and helped him catch a ton fish! His boat was clean and if your in the coco beach area definitely give him a chance. Thanks Captain Ryan

  • Timothy Hogg
    Timothy Hogg
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Ryan

    Half Day Trip AM on August 3, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child
  • Kara Blossom
    Kara Blossom
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    10/10 Recommend

    Half Day Trip AM on April 6, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

    Captain Ryan was great! Clear communication, personable, very familiar with the waters, knowledgable about the local fish and made a great experience.

  • Trent Franks
    Trent Franks
    us
    Georgia, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Mixture of Species Caught

    Half Day Trip AM on March 30, 2026 • 2 adults

    My wife and I were able to catch a mixture of fish (red drum, snook and trout). Captain Ryan was easy to work with and talk to.

  • James Pinsonneault
    James Pinsonneault
    us
    Vermont, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Captain great with my grandchildren.

    Half Day Trip AM on December 24, 2025 • 3 adults • 2 children

    Ryan was great with my grandchildren. he managed our three rods and bait was always in the water ready to catch fish.

  • Lynda Waibel
    Lynda Waibel
    us
    Maryland, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Nice trip

    Half Day Trip AM on April 28, 2026 • 2 adults

    Caught a great tarpon! Boat was well equipped and clean. Capt worked his tail off to put us on fish

FAQs about Hooknreel Fishing Charters

Hooknreel Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $300 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 2 Hour Fishing Trip AM (2 hours)
  • US $450 per group - Half Day Trip AM (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 3/4 day trip (6 hours)
When you book a trip with Hooknreel Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Hooknreel Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Live bait is provided for every trip)
  • Lures
  • Drinks (Captain Ryan will have a cooler full of water and ice for the customers )
  • Fishing license (All fishing licenses are covered when fishing with Captain Ryan )
Hooknreel Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing (Banana and Indian river )
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Hooknreel Fishing Charters offers the following fishing technique:
  • Light tackle
Top targeted fish species with Hooknreel Fishing Charters include:
  • Black Drum
  • Catfish
  • Gar (Florida)
  • Grouper (Goliath)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Redfish
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon

Your captain

Ryan McKay
Ryan McKay
Melbourne, Florida, United States
1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
137 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since March 2022
Angler's Choice
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
Captain Ryan welcomes you to Indian Harbour Beach, Florida. Join him aboard and discover the area's fish-rich nearshore waters, flats, rivers, and the backcountry.
Our Team
Ryan M.
Ryan M.
Captain
Ryan McKay
Ryan McKay
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Captain Ryan welcomes you to Indian Harbour Beach, Florida. Join him aboard and discover the area's fish-rich nearshore waters, flats, rivers, and the backcountry.
The crew
Ryan M.
Ryan M.
Captain

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Catfish
Catfish
Florida Gar
Florida Gar
Goliath Grouper
Goliath Grouper
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Redfish
Redfish
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tarpon
Tarpon
Black Drum
Black Drum
Catfish
Catfish
Florida Gar
Florida Gar
Goliath Grouper
Goliath Grouper
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle

Real catches by this captain

  • Angler holding a large Tarpon while fishing from a boat, showcasing a successful catch in a scenic marina setting.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Redfish
    Jacob K.
    Jacob K.
    Great captain always had us on fish even in August in this heat. he was very friendly and knowledgeable. always had bait on are poles ready to go.
  • A young angler proudly displaying a Redfish while fishing from a boat in a scenic waterway.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Timothy H.
    Timothy H.
  • Angler holding a large snook alongside a fishing boat during a catch-and-release trip.
    Thomas T.
    Thomas T.
    a memorable family vacation, with great memories of our trip. we caught some speckled trout and a pair of tarpon, one of them was huge! Captain Ryan was great, knowledgeable and fun.
  • Two young anglers proudly displaying their catches of Redfish on a boat, enjoying a day of fishing in calm waters.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Rustin C.
    Rustin C.
    Ryan is a very good guide, he’s personable and knowledgeable. He kept all three of us with rods in our hands the whole time. We hit a hot spot for Reds and my son was super happy. I’d definitely recommend this trip.
  • A young angler proudly displaying a large Black Drum while seated on a fishing boat, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Black Drum
    Burl S.
    Burl S.
    Capt Ryan took us to many different fishing spots. He make sure that my grandson caught some fish.
  • An angler is engaged in reeling in a large fish, showcasing the excitement of fishing in a calm water environment.
    Lynda W.
    Lynda W.
    Caught a great tarpon! Boat was well equipped and clean. Capt worked his tail off to put us on fish
  • A young angler proudly displaying a Redfish while fishing near the shore, showcasing a beautiful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Kara B.
    Kara B.
    Captain Ryan was great! Clear communication, personable, very familiar with the waters, knowledgable about the local fish and made a great experience.
  • Angler proudly displaying a Snook caught during a fishing trip in a scenic waterway.
    Trent F.
    Trent F.
    My wife and I were able to catch a mixture of fish (red drum, snook and trout). Captain Ryan was easy to work with and talk to.
  • Angler holding a large snook aboard a center-console fishing boat near a bridge and waterfront channel.
    Irvin E.
    Irvin E.
  • A young angler proudly displaying a striped Sheepshead fish while fishing on a boat, showcasing a fun family fishing experience.
    Fish 1
    Sheepshead
    Richard C.
    Richard C.
    Captain Ryan was great. He was so patient with my son and helped him catch a ton fish! His boat was clean and if your in the coco beach area definitely give him a chance. Thanks Captain Ryan

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
3 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
2009
Boat manufacturer
Shearwater
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Live bait is provided for every trip
Lures
Drinks
Captain Ryan will have a cooler full of water and ice for the customers
Fishing license
All fishing licenses are covered when fishing with Captain Ryan

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
Kids are welcome, but please advise the captain will spend most of his efforts assisting them.
Catch and release allowed
Catch and release mandatory
Recommend catch and release but open to keeping fish

How you can pay

Pay online in full
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
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
 Checks
 Bank transfer

What’s biting in Melbourne right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
Jack CrevalleJack Crevalle
RedfishRedfish
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
SnookSnook
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
TarponTarpon

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