Shell Yeah Charters 

5.0/5 (10 reviews)
 
Federally permitted
 Marine Street, Carrabelle, FL 32322, United States

Shell Yeah Charters 

Over 9 miles offshore
Carrabelle, FL, United States
24 ft
4
5.0/5 (10 reviews)

Spend the day with Shell Yeah Charters and see what's biting! Captain Pat McElreath has made his expertise and passion for fishing available for great fishing trips out of Carrabelle, Florida.

Shell Yeah Charters is ready to make dreams of big fish come true! Private deep-sea fishing charter at its best. Captain Pat will teach you how to fish no matter what your skill level or experience may be and will customize the trip to meet your expectations, weather conditions, and seasons. All fishermen are welcome, kids too!

Captain Pat is an expert in bottom fishing for Red Snapper, Grouper, Kingfish, Mahi Mahi, Amberjack, Shark, and many other reef fish. Nearshore/Bay fishing specialties include Sheepshead, Redfish, Trout, Flounder, Black Seabass, Spanish Mackerel, and more. Any fish within the legal limit is yours to take with you, and fish cleaning is available at an additional cost. Rods, reels, and tackle are provided, as well as lures and fishing licenses.

Your adventure will be aboard the 'U Know,' a 24' Sea Fox that holds up to recommended 4 guests. It comes with all the essentials no fishing machine can run without, and there's an enclosed portable toilet on board. Shell Yeah Charters owns federal and reef/pelagic permits that allow the 'U Know' to fish for hire beyond the state waters and into the deeper federal waters where the big fish live.

Captain Pat's promise to you is that you'll be yelling 'Shell Yeah!' and handing out a lot of high fives during the trip. Sea you at the dock!

Spend the day with Shell Yeah Charters and see what's biting! Captain Pat McElreath has made his expertise and passion for fishing available for great fishing trips out of Carrabelle, Florida.

Shell Yeah Charters is ready to make dreams of big fish come true! Private deep-sea fishing charter at its best. Captain Pat will teach you how to fish no matter what your skill level or experience may be and will customize the trip to meet your expectations, weather conditions, and seasons. All fishermen are welcome, kids too!

Captain Pat is an expert in bottom fishing for Red Snapper, Grouper, Kingfish, Mahi Mahi, Amberjack, Shark, and many other reef fish. Nearshore/Bay fishing specialties include Sheepshead, Redfish, Trout, Flounder, Black Seabass, Spanish Mackerel, and more. Any fish within the legal limit is yours to take with you, and fish cleaning is available at an additional cost. Rods, reels, and tackle are provided, as well as lures and fishing licenses.

Your adventure will be aboard the 'U Know,' a 24' Sea Fox that holds up to recommended 4 guests. It comes with all the essentials no fishing machine can run without, and there's an enclosed portable toilet on board. Shell Yeah Charters owns federal and reef/pelagic permits that allow the 'U Know' to fish for hire beyond the state waters and into the deeper federal waters where the big fish live.

Captain Pat's promise to you is that you'll be yelling 'Shell Yeah!' and handing out a lot of high fives during the trip. Sea you at the dock!

Patrick Mcelreath
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Trip availability and prices

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4 Hour Morning Trip – Bay/Nearshore
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jan 1 - May 31
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Seabass (Black)
Snapper (Mangrove)
+6
US $600
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour Trip – Family Customized
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jan 1 - May 31
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
Pompano
Flounder
+4
US $600
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4-hour Afternoon Bay/Nearshore Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Jan 1 - May 31
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Seabass (Black)
Snapper (Mangrove)
+8
US $600
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Nearshore 6-hour
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Seabass (Black)
Snapper (Mangrove)
+8
US $800
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Nearshore 8-hour
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Seabass (Black)
Snapper (Mangrove)
+8
US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Hour Trip – Offshore
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
Seabass (Black)
+8
US $1,150
Entire boat: up to 4 people
8 Hour Trip – Offshore
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Amberjack
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
+8
US $1,300
Entire boat: up to 4 people
10 Hour Trip – Offshore
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
+8
US $1,600
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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5.0
10 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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Jeffrey Quinn
Jeffrey Quinn
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
A great day of fishing!
4-hour Afternoon Bay/Nearshore Trip on March 6, 20261 adult

l highly recommend Pat as a guide. First rate boat and tackle. Pat put us on plenty of fish. Very professional and friendly. Great guy to spend an afternoon with on the water.

Patrick Mcelreath
Response from Captain

I'm glad you enjoyed the charter. Thanks again for your business, Capt Pat

Katie Sandage
Katie Sandage
us
Indiana, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Over 100 fish in 6hrs nearshore
Nearshore 6-hour on May 24, 20254 adults

Our group of 4 from Indiana was non stop reeling them in on our trip. Would 100% recommend this trip! You will leave with sore arms and a ton of fish! Cooking up my king mackerel now!

Patrick Mcelreath
Response from Captain

Enjoy your fresh fish! Thanks again for your business!

Adam Herring
Adam Herring
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
We had a great time Capt was wonderful
8 Hour Trip – Offshore on June 24, 20253 adults

This was our first charter but it definitely will not be the last we had a blast

Reported catch:
Red Grouper
Gag Grouper
Lane Snapper
Red Snapper
Patrick Mcelreath
Response from Captain

Thanks again for your business!

Steve Lelle
Steve Lelle
Repeat angler
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2019
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Great captain who knows where and how to put you on the fish!
8 Hour Trip – Offshore on June 1, 20252 adults

If you want a knowledgeable and friendly charter this is it! I would highly recommend his service.

Reported catch:
Red Snapper
Red Grouper
Patrick Mcelreath
Response from Captain

Thanks for your business!

James Willrett
James Willrett
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
Great Carabelle fishing
4 Hour Morning Trip – Bay/Nearshore on February 23, 20242 adults

Spent an enjoyable day fishing with Captain Pat. Very knowledgeable of fishing in the area and caught fish. Would highly recommend to anyone.

Patrick Mcelreath
Response from Captain

Thanks again for your business!

FAQs about Shell Yeah Charters

Shell Yeah Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $600 per group - 4 Hour Morning Trip – Bay/Nearshore (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Family Customized (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 4-hour Afternoon Bay/Nearshore Trip (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group - Nearshore 6-hour (6 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - Nearshore 8-hour (8 hours)
  • US $1,150 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Offshore (6 hours)
  • US $1,300 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Offshore (8 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group - 10 Hour Trip – Offshore (10 hours)
When you book a trip with Shell Yeah Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
  • Radar SiriusXM Marine weather radar.
Trips booked with Shell Yeah Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Two electric reels for kids to catch big fish.)
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Fishing cleaning available for fee.)
  • Fishing license
Shell Yeah Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing (St Marks, Carrabelle, and Apalachicola. )
  • Inshore fishing (Bay and flats.)
  • Nearshore fishing (Reef and surf.)
  • Offshore fishing (Gulf of Mexico Federal Waters.)
  • Reef fishing (Natural bottom. )
  • Wreck fishing (Ship and planes.)
  • Flats fishing (In the bay.)
Shell Yeah Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Popping
  • Drift fishing
  • Deep sea fishing (Federally permitted reef and pelagic charter boat.)
Top targeted fish species with Shell Yeah Charters include:
  • Cobia
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Shark (Bonnethead)
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Lane)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)

Your captain

Patrick Mcelreath
Patrick Mcelreath
Patrick Mcelreath

Carrabelle, Florida, United States

3 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
10 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since February 2023

USCG Captain Pat McElreath has fished the Forgotten Coast Area for over 30 years. Now he's made available his expertise and passion to all people. He likes to customize each trip to the specific needs of the customer, always looking to meet their expectations. 'Let me take your family and friends on a fishing adventure out of Carrabelle, Florida.'

3 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
10 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since February 2023

USCG Captain Pat McElreath has fished the Forgotten Coast Area for over 30 years. Now he's made available his expertise and passion to all people. He likes to customize each trip to the specific needs of the customer, always looking to meet their expectations. 'Let me take your family and friends on a fishing adventure out of Carrabelle, Florida.'

The fish you can target

Cobia
Cobia
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Redfish
Black Seabass
Black Seabass
Bonnethead Shark
Bonnethead Shark
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Lane Snapper
Lane Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Cobia
Cobia
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Redfish

Real catches by this captain

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What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2017
Boat manufacturer
Sea Fox
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
41 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
St Marks, Carrabelle, and Apalachicola.
Inshore Fishing
Bay and flats.
Nearshore Fishing
Reef and surf.
Offshore Fishing
Gulf of Mexico Federal Waters.
Reef Fishing
Natural bottom.
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing
In the bay.

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Popping
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing
Federally permitted reef and pelagic charter boat.

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
Radar
SiriusXM Marine weather radar.
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Two electric reels for kids to catch big fish.
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing cleaning available for fee.
Fishing license

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
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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

What’s biting in Carrabelle right now

CobiaCobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)

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