Hooknreel Fishing Charters 

5.0/5 (137 reviews)
 
State licensed
 Ramp Road, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931, United States

Hooknreel Fishing Charters 

Up to 3 miles
Cocoa Beach, FL, United States
25 ft
3
5.0/5 (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
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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
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
There are 13 people looking at this charter.

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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

All reviews (137)

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Jenny Promen
Jenny Promen
us
Wisconsin, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
A great fishing trip
Half Day Trip AM on April 20, 20261 adult1 child

We are visiting from Wisconsin and were looking for a guided fishing trip for my son and I. Justin was absolutely amazing. He took the time to work with my son and helped him most of the trip. We caught a tarpon and some snook. We will definitely be back when we visit again. We recommend Justin to anyone looking for a great fishing trip. It was super family friendly.

Reported catch:
Snook
Tarpon
Jacob Kenyon
Jacob Kenyon
Repeat angler
us
Missouri, US
Member since 2024
4 trips
5.0
Verified
New
best fishing capin i have had while using fishing Booker
3/4 day trip on August 6, 20262 adults1 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.

Reported catch:
Jack Crevalle
Tarpon
Redfish
Snook
Ryan McKay
Response from Captain

had a great time with you guys! hope to see you back soon!

Isabelle Mercer
Isabelle Mercer
us
South Carolina, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Super Awesome!
Half Day Trip AM on June 18, 20263 adults

We had an incredible time! Captain Ryan is awesome, extremely knowledgeable, and fun to hang out with. He knew just where to take us and where to cast. Perfect trip to just get out on the water and enjoy yourself, also perfect for first time fishermen!

Reported catch:
Snook
Tarpon
Speckled Trout
Ryan McKay
Response from Captain

thanks again! had a great time with you guys!

Rustin Chute
Rustin Chute
us
Madison, WI, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great trip.
Half Day Trip AM on June 30, 20261 adult2 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.

Reported catch:
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Ryan McKay
Response from Captain

thanks again! had an awesome time with you guys!

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, 20263 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.

Reported catch:
Tarpon
Speckled Trout
Ryan McKay
Response from Captain

had a great time with you guys! hope to get out fishing with you guys again soon!

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:
  • Alligator Gar
  • Black Drum
  • Catfish
  • Grouper (Goliath)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Redfish
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon

Your captain

Ryan McKay
Ryan McKay
Ryan McKay

Cocoa Beach, 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

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

The fish you can target

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

Real catches by this captain

  • Fishing with Ryan
    Timothy H.
    Timothy H.
  • Great trip.
    Rustin C.
    Rustin C.
  • great trip
    Burl S.
    Burl S.
  • 10/10 Recommend
    Kara B.
    Kara B.
  • Mixture of Species Caught
    Trent F.
    Trent F.
  • Captain Ryan was awesome. Knowledgeable and very hard working to find fish.
    Chris B.
    Chris B.
  • Amazing experience!
    Randall L.
    Randall L.
  • Awesome!
    Tim H.
    Tim H.
  • Capt Ryan great fishing
    Michael P.
    Michael P.

What is the boat like?

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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
Banana and Indian river
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.

More details

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 Cocoa Beach right now

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

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