Saltwater Cowboy
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Make the most of your time in Crystal River and go fishing with Saltwater Cowboy. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Mark can tell you all about them.
Scallop season is around the corner, and Captain Mark is ready to take you on a fun-filled Scalloping adventure! On these trips, you'll be in 4-6 feet of crystal clear water snorkeling for Scallops. Equipment will be available, but please feel free to bring your own if you want.
Saltwater Cowboy welcomes kids aboard, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day! Don't forget to bring snacks, drinks, sunblock (non-spray), and sunglasses. There will be a cooler with ice on the boat, but have your own cooler ready to take your Scallops. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but you should avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
Your boat will be a 24' Proline with space for 6 passengers. Capt. Mark has all the necessary equipment available for you. Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, just show up ready for some Scalloping!
Now's the time to book your Scalloping trip with Saltwater Cowboy!
Make the most of your time in Crystal River and go fishing with Saltwater Cowboy. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Mark can tell you all about them.
Scallop season is around the corner, and Captain Mark is ready to take you on a fun-filled Scalloping adventure! On these trips, you'll be in 4-6 feet of crystal clear water snorkeling for Scallops. Equipment will be available, but please feel free to bring your own if you want.
Saltwater Cowboy welcomes kids aboard, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day! Don't forget to bring snacks, drinks, sunblock (non-spray), and sunglasses. There will be a cooler with ice on the boat, but have your own cooler ready to take your Scallops. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but you should avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
Your boat will be a 24' Proline with space for 6 passengers. Capt. Mark has all the necessary equipment available for you. Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, just show up ready for some Scalloping!
Now's the time to book your Scalloping trip with Saltwater Cowboy!
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Dana Daigle5.0VerifiedAwesome Day Scalloping!!
Half Day Trip – Scallop (AM) on July 16, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 childrenAs Louisiana natives, we know our way around the water, but this was our first Florida scalloping trip—and it exceeded every expectation! Captain Mark and Taylor were fantastic. They were friendly, patient, and made the whole experience fun from start to finish. They knew exactly where to take us and had us on the scallops. Our family had an unforgettable time. Now our 9 year old son is absolutely obsessed with scalloping and is already asking when we can come back! If you’re looking for a professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely fun charter, this is the one to book. Thanks for an amazing day on the water—we’ll definitely be back!
Wolf Greenwell5.0VerifiedIs a bunch of fun
Half Day Trip – Scallop (AM) on July 3, 2026 • 5 adultsThe scallop numbers were super thick and am sure we weren’t super good at finding them since was our first time doing this. That said is super fun to do and learn. Captain Mark is a super nice guy and took us to three different locations within the 3+ hours we were allocated. This is something that if you think you want to do then you should do it.
Mary Allgood5.0VerifiedGreat day on the water!
Half Day Trip – Scallop (AM) on August 17, 2026 • 4 adultsOur first Crystal River scalloping experience. Mark showed us a great time…he was willing to move around and try different locations in the hopes of getting more scallops, which was awesome! We will definitely call Mark for our next Crystal River trip!
Lynne CrossRepeat angler5.0VerifiedBest trip yet!
Half Day Trip – Scallop (PM) on July 10, 2026 • 6 adultsThis is our second year booking Mark to take us scalloping. He is awesome and would highly recommend him. Even though it was early I. The scalloping season, he got us on the right spots and almost maxed out. We had the best time and will definitely book again next year.
Keith Vidal5.0VerifiedA specialist in scalloping!
Half Day Trip – Scallop (PM) on July 22, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 childMark is a great guy with a great boat. Willing to get in the water and show you how it’s done! Knowledgeable, friendly and courteous. I’d recommend him to anyone that wants to go scalloping.
Jordan Sheets5.0VerifiedAugust fishing trip
Half Day Trip – Scallop (PM) on August 8, 2026 • 2 adultsMark is an absolute 100% stud. My guy thinks like like a scallop!!! 10/10 highly recommend!!! Me and my girlfriend caught our limit of scallops in 3hrs!!!
Diana Correll5.0VerifiedScallops Galore
Half Day Trip – Scallop (PM) on August 27, 2026 • 2 adultsMy husband and I had a great time with Mark scalloping. Will definitely book again.
Larry KrutulesRepeat angler5.0VerifiedGreat trip
Half Day Trip – Scallop (AM) on August 10, 2026 • 2 adultsExperienced Captain and great day on the scallop grounds
Rachel Jones5.0VerifiedGreat 30th birthday
Half Day Trip – Scallop (AM) on July 25, 2026 • 6 adultsCaptain Mark was amazing and made the day so memorable for all of us!
Makenna Flinn4.7VerifiedGreat Day Scalloping!
Half Day Trip – Scallop (PM) on July 1, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 childFirst time ever scalloping. Capt did great getting us out safely and back in safely despite a gnarly afternoon storm! Thanks for a great trip, would highly recommend
FAQs about Saltwater Cowboy
- US $400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip – Scallop (AM) (4 hours)
- US $400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip – Scallop (PM) (4 hours)
- US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip – Scallop (6 hours)
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- Fishfinder
- Snorkeling equipment
- Live bait well
- Wireless trolling motor
- Ice box
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait
- Lures
- Drinks
- Fishing license
- Nearshore fishing
- Offshore fishing
- Reef fishing
- Wreck fishing
- Light tackle
- Heavy tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Bowfishing
- Flounder gigging
- Deep sea fishing
- Grouper (Gag)
- Grouper (Red)
- Grunt
- Hogfish
- King Mackerel (Kingfish)
- Ladyfish
- Redfish
- Scallop
- Sheepshead
- Snapper (Mangrove)
- Speckled Trout
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