Canton Bay Charters – Fairhope
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Canton Bay Charters – Fairhope

State licensed
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(15 reviews)
• Angler's Choice
U.S. 98 11300
Fairhope, AL, United States
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Running angling trips out of Fairhope, Canton Bay Charters invites you to experience the local fishery!

Come aboard with Capt. Bennett, whose main priority is to get you on fish. You have the option of 4 to 6-hour trips, where you’ll be fishing for Redfish, Tripletail, Flounder, Speckled Trout, Sheepshead, and Black Drum, depending on the specific season and the day’s weather.

Your fishing adventure starts on a 23’ Skeeter boat that can safely take up to 4 anglers. The price of your trip includes all the rods, reels, and terminal tackle you’ll need for a productive day on the water. The captain will supply all the needed fishing licenses for your trip. You’ll be able to keep any legal species caught during the trip.

This is a children-friendly charter, so you’re welcome to bring your kids on for a fun fishing adventure.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Canton Bay Charters.

  • Fishing License
  • Live Bait
  • You Keep Catch
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Child Friendly
  • Rods, reels & tackle

Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    2 hour trip - Evening
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 4:00 PM
    $300
    Great for entry level folks looking for a quick trip! We will stay close to shore or in our tidal rivers fishing hard!
  • Private trip
    4 hour trip (PM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
    $450
    This is a great option for families that are looking for a fun day of fishing! We will tylically stay in calm protected waters chasing fish in and around marshes surrounding Mobile Bay.
    Targeted fish
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Speckled Trout
    Speckled Trout
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (AM)
    Just booked! Last booked: 7 hours ago
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    $495
    This is a great option for families that are looking for a fun day of fishing! We will tylically stay in calm protected waters chasing fish in and around marshes surrounding Mobile Bay.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun)
    $595
    Our 6-hour trips are typically action-packed trips that cover a lot of water. We will fish hard from sunrise until lunch. We can also accommodate a lunch departure to sunset!
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FAQs about Canton Bay Charters – Fairhope

Canton Bay Charters – Fairhope offers the following trips to customers:
  • $300 per group - 2 hour trip - Evening (2 hours)
  • $450 per group - 4 hour trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • $495 per group - 4 Hour Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • $595 per group - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
When you book a trip with Canton Bay Charters – Fairhope, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
Trips booked with Canton Bay Charters – Fairhope include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing License
Canton Bay Charters – Fairhope offers the following types of fishing:
  • River Fishing
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
Canton Bay Charters – Fairhope offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Spinning
  • Popping
  • Fly Fishing
Top targeted fish species with Canton Bay Charters – Fairhope include:
  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tripletail

Meet the Captain

Bennett Brantley
Fairhope, Alabama, United States
ID & License verified
21 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since September 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.
I have been fishing Mobile Bay and the surrounding areas for years. There is nothing I enjoy more than sharing that knowledge and desire with others. Fairhope and OBA are special places, and I can’t wait to share them with you!

About this listing

Targeted species

Black Drum Black Drum
Flounder Flounder
Jack Crevalle Jack Crevalle
Redfish Redfish

Boat specs

Skeeter (Center console) originally built in 2021. Powered by a 250HP Yamaha engine.

Length
23 ft
Capacity
4 persons

Types of fishing

River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Flats Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Spinning
Popping
Fly Fishing

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Deposit non-refundable

If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.

Listing policies

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

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
PayPal
Checks
Bank Transfer

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Customer reviews

Rating Summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
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4 hour trip with Captain Bennet
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Angler Rating
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Anglers Claimed
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Friendly captain
100%
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Appropriate for children
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Satisfied with the boat
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Catch intended fish
60%
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Walt M.
Birmingham, Alabama
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Great Experience & Great Recommendations

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on May 27, 2023
We had a great time out on the water with Captain Bennett.  While it was a poor day for fishing by Bennett’s standards,...
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Baton Rouge, Louisiana
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4 hour trip with Captain Bennet

VERIFIED   4 hour trip (PM) on May 31, 2023
We had a great time fishing the bay with Captain Bennet, he was very knowledgeable and had great equipment. My son , father...
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Carla M.
Greeneville, TN
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Exceptional Experience

VERIFIED   Special 4 hour trip on April 24, 2023
We had an amazing time with Captain Bennett!  He’s an experienced guide, who obviously cares about his patrons....
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Joseph S.
Gretna, Louisiana
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6 hour trip Capt. Bennett, Canton Bay Charters

4 Hour Trip (AM) on April 23, 2023
Had a great time with Captain Bennett. Everything was smooth from booking the trip to fishing in Mobile Bay. Captain Bennett...
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Wetumpka, Alabama
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Half Day with Canton Bay Charters

6 Hour Trip on March 10, 2023
I’m not big on reviews but, Bennett has it figured out. He was professional, welcoming and punctual during my trip. Spending...
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