Hard Charger 

4.8/5 (120 reviews)
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Federally permitted
 210 Highway 98 East, Destin, FL 32541, United States

Hard Charger 

Over 9 miles offshore
Destin, FL, United States
40 ft
12
4.8/5 (120 reviews)

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Hard Charger is located in Destin and offers to show you a memorable time in these waters.

This crew will do its best to make sure you have a fun day full of fishing. This involves 4 to 12-hour trips, mainly fishing for Snapper, King Mackerel, Amberjack, Dolphin, Grouper, and Wahoo, depending on the season and conditions on the day. We cater to families with young children all the way to the novest. We specialize in hands on bottom fishing targeting action on wrecks and reefs.

Your fishing adventure starts on the Hard Charger, a 40' Resmondo custom boat US Coast Guard licensed to carry up to 15 passengers! It has a full cabin with air conditioning, a bathroom, comfortable seating, and spacious back deck for your deep sea fishing in Destin.

All rods, reels, and 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. The crew will clean and filet your catch for you to take home at the end of the trip.

The Hard Charger is family owned and operated.
Book your trip now and hit the water with Hard Charger.

Hard Charger is located in Destin and offers to show you a memorable time in these waters.

This crew will do its best to make sure you have a fun day full of fishing. This involves 4 to 12-hour trips, mainly fishing for Snapper, King Mackerel, Amberjack, Dolphin, Grouper, and Wahoo, depending on the season and conditions on the day. We cater to families with young children all the way to the novest. We specialize in hands on bottom fishing targeting action on wrecks and reefs.

Your fishing adventure starts on the Hard Charger, a 40' Resmondo custom boat US Coast Guard licensed to carry up to 15 passengers! It has a full cabin with air conditioning, a bathroom, comfortable seating, and spacious back deck for your deep sea fishing in Destin.

All rods, reels, and 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. The crew will clean and filet your catch for you to take home at the end of the trip.

The Hard Charger is family owned and operated.
Book your trip now and hit the water with Hard Charger.

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Customer reviews

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Rating

4.8
120 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (92)

What anglers say

92%
Great experience
96%
Family friendly
96%
Friendly captain
99%
Good boat
95%
Recommended
94%
Caught fish

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Robert Chaney
Robert Chaney
us
Texas, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Best fishing charter we’ve experienced so far!!!
5 Hour Trip Summer (PM) on June 8, 20266 adults1 child

After the last 4-5 years of getting fishing charters in Florida/South Texas, we wished we had discovered Craig and the Hard Charger a whole lot sooner!! We had a group of 7 total, and all had plenty of room. The bites were insane, Craig and AJ were lightning fast re-baiting. Very fast and efficient fisherman, very professional and answered any question we had no matter what it was. We opted for the 6 hour trip and came back to the dock with a barrel full of fish. If you want a truly great charter experience, I would recommend this group. We already have plans of coming back next year using this same service. The price is very competitive with surrounding charters. Can’t wait to come back!!!

Reported catch:
Red Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Gray Triggerfish
Response from Captain

We loved having yall!

Dawanda Dixon
Dawanda Dixon
Repeat angler
us
Louisiana, US
Member since 2021
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
AWESOME TRIP!!
6 Hour Trip – Summer (PM) on June 12, 20267 adults

This was by far the best fishing trip our family has ever had! Capt. Nino put us on some great fish. The deckhands Craig & Jan were the best-very knowledgeable and taught us so much! They were so fast & efficient with keeping our hooks baited and taking our fish off! Would definitely book again if in the area!

Reported catch:
Red Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Response from Captain

We had a blast! Thanks for fishing with us!

Michael Shanks
Michael Shanks
Repeat angler
us
Missouri, US
Member since 2022
4 trips
5.0
Verified
New
amazing trip
6 Hour Trip – Summer (PM) on June 27, 20268 adults

the crew was awesome and accommodating. they work hard and truly lnow the terrain. i would recommend this charter to anyone

Reported catch:
Vermilion Snapper
Red Snapper
Response from Captain

Thank you so much for fishing with us! Looking foward to the next one!

James Mulak
James Mulak
us
South Carolina, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Great way to end the vacation!
5 Hour Summer Trip on June 26, 20266 adults2 children

Caught Red Snapper, Mingo, Grouper, Bonita, Trigger Fish (released, out of season) and Jack Fish. Great time!!

Reported catch:
Red Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Gag Grouper
Response from Captain

Thank yall so much for fishing with us!

Jeremy Cheney
Jeremy Cheney
us
Louisiana, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Excellent Trip
5 Hour Summer Trip on June 28, 20264 adults2 children

Craig and Jan did excellent job putting us on the fish and working with our group.

Reported catch:
Red Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Gray Triggerfish
Response from Captain

Thank you so much for fishing with us! We look foward to seeing you all again!!

Trip availability and prices

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4 Hour Trip – Spring
4 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
Jan 1 - May 31
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 Hour Summer Trip
5 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Aug 31
US $1,500
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 Hour Trip – Spring (AM)
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jan 1 - May 31
US $1,500
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 Hour Trip – Spring (PM)
5 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Jan 1 - May 31
US $1,500
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip – Summer (AM)
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Aug 31
US $1,800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip – Fall (AM)
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Dec 31
US $1,800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip – Spring (AM)
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jan 1 - May 31
US $1,800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip – Fall (PM)
6 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Dec 31
US $1,980
Entire boat: 2 people
6 Hour Trip – Spring (PM)
6 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Jan 1 - May 31
US $1,800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip – Summer (PM)
6 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Aug 31
US $1,800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip – Summer
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Aug 31
US $2,400
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip – Fall
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Dec 31
US $2,400
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip – Spring
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jan 1 - May 31
US $2,400
Entire boat: up to 6 people
10 Hour Trip – Fall
10 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Dec 31
US $3,000
Entire boat: up to 6 people
10 Hour Trip – Summer
10 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Aug 31
US $3,000
Entire boat: up to 6 people
10 Hour Trip – Spring
10 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jan 1 - May 31
US $3,000
Entire boat: up to 6 people
12 Hour Trip – Fall
12 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Dec 31
US $3,600
Entire boat: up to 6 people
12 Hour Trip – Summer
12 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Aug 31
US $3,600
Entire boat: up to 6 people
12 Hour Trip – Spring
12 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jan 1 - May 31
US $3,600
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Customer reviews

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Rating

4.8
120 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (92)

What anglers say

92%
Great experience
96%
Family friendly
96%
Friendly captain
99%
Good boat
95%
Recommended
94%
Caught fish

All reviews (120)

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Showing 15 of 120 reviews
Robert Chaney
Robert Chaney
us
Texas, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Best fishing charter we’ve experienced so far!!!
5 Hour Trip Summer (PM) on June 8, 20266 adults1 child

After the last 4-5 years of getting fishing charters in Florida/South Texas, we wished we had discovered Craig and the Hard Charger a whole lot sooner!! We had a group of 7 total, and all had plenty of room. The bites were insane, Craig and AJ were lightning fast re-baiting. Very fast and efficient fisherman, very professional and answered any question we had no matter what it was. We opted for the 6 hour trip and came back to the dock with a barrel full of fish. If you want a truly great charter experience, I would recommend this group. We already have plans of coming back next year using this same service. The price is very competitive with surrounding charters. Can’t wait to come back!!!

Reported catch:
Red Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Gray Triggerfish
Response from Captain

We loved having yall!

Dawanda Dixon
Dawanda Dixon
Repeat angler
us
Louisiana, US
Member since 2021
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
AWESOME TRIP!!
6 Hour Trip – Summer (PM) on June 12, 20267 adults

This was by far the best fishing trip our family has ever had! Capt. Nino put us on some great fish. The deckhands Craig & Jan were the best-very knowledgeable and taught us so much! They were so fast & efficient with keeping our hooks baited and taking our fish off! Would definitely book again if in the area!

Reported catch:
Red Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Response from Captain

We had a blast! Thanks for fishing with us!

Michael Shanks
Michael Shanks
Repeat angler
us
Missouri, US
Member since 2022
4 trips
5.0
Verified
New
amazing trip
6 Hour Trip – Summer (PM) on June 27, 20268 adults

the crew was awesome and accommodating. they work hard and truly lnow the terrain. i would recommend this charter to anyone

Reported catch:
Vermilion Snapper
Red Snapper
Response from Captain

Thank you so much for fishing with us! Looking foward to the next one!

James Mulak
James Mulak
us
South Carolina, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Great way to end the vacation!
5 Hour Summer Trip on June 26, 20266 adults2 children

Caught Red Snapper, Mingo, Grouper, Bonita, Trigger Fish (released, out of season) and Jack Fish. Great time!!

Reported catch:
Red Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Gag Grouper
Response from Captain

Thank yall so much for fishing with us!

Jeremy Cheney
Jeremy Cheney
us
Louisiana, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Excellent Trip
5 Hour Summer Trip on June 28, 20264 adults2 children

Craig and Jan did excellent job putting us on the fish and working with our group.

Reported catch:
Red Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Gray Triggerfish
Response from Captain

Thank you so much for fishing with us! We look foward to seeing you all again!!

FAQs about Hard Charger

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
12 persons
Boat length
40 ft
Year built
1990
Boat manufacturer
Resmondo
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Cummins
Powered by
2 x 330HP
Max cruising speed
15 knots
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