Coast Runner Outfitters
Coast Runner Outfitters
Apalachicola has a fish with your name on it, so let Coast Runner Outfitters help you catch it! Captain Steve will be your guide, bringing aboard years of local experience.
Top targets include Tripletail, Red Snapper, Gag Grouper, Redfish, Tarpon, Cobia, Flounder, Black Drum, King Mackerel (Kingfish), Blacktip Shark, Pompano, Spotted Seatrout, and more if conditions allow.
During the trip, you might be spinning, popping, trolling, drifting, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Capt. Donny can also take you Flounder gigging. For the more adventurous among you, there’s bowfishing.
Coast Runner Outfitters is a kid-friendly charter service, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day! If you don’t have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there’s one on board. And, you can’t go wrong with snacks so that nobody gets grumpy on an empty stomach!
You’ll find yourself aboard a 23’ Epic bay boat with space for 6 passengers. It has downriggers and everything else you need for a productive day on the water. Rods, reels, and tackle are included, as well as lures. Live bait is on offer, but it’s good to ask about this so you know if you’ll be catching it yourself.
Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, so all you have to do is look forward to your trip! Have in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.
It’s never a bad idea to bring sunblock (non-spray), sunglasses, and bottled water. If you’d like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
Now and then the fish might get away, but a day on the water never should. Time to make it happen, with Coast Runner Outfitters!
**typically fishing cleaning is covered in cost of trip. For special requests let us know before trip to, for an added cost and if time permitts we can arrange it**
Apalachicola has a fish with your name on it, so let Coast Runner Outfitters help you catch it! Captain Steve will be your guide, bringing aboard years of local experience.
Top targets include Tripletail, Red Snapper, Gag Grouper, Redfish, Tarpon, Cobia, Flounder, Black Drum, King Mackerel (Kingfish), Blacktip Shark, Pompano, Spotted Seatrout, and more if conditions allow.
During the trip, you might be spinning, popping, trolling, drifting, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Capt. Donny can also take you Flounder gigging. For the more adventurous among you, there’s bowfishing.
Coast Runner Outfitters is a kid-friendly charter service, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day! If you don’t have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there’s one on board. And, you can’t go wrong with snacks so that nobody gets grumpy on an empty stomach!
You’ll find yourself aboard a 23’ Epic bay boat with space for 6 passengers. It has downriggers and everything else you need for a productive day on the water. Rods, reels, and tackle are included, as well as lures. Live bait is on offer, but it’s good to ask about this so you know if you’ll be catching it yourself.
Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, so all you have to do is look forward to your trip! Have in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.
It’s never a bad idea to bring sunblock (non-spray), sunglasses, and bottled water. If you’d like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
Now and then the fish might get away, but a day on the water never should. Time to make it happen, with Coast Runner Outfitters!
**typically fishing cleaning is covered in cost of trip. For special requests let us know before trip to, for an added cost and if time permitts we can arrange it**
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Cade Young5.0VerifiedWE GOT A TARPON
Night time shark trip on June 10, 2026 • 6 adultsCaptain Steve was the man with the plan. We hooked a huge tarpon (about 100-120 pound roughly) that even had captain impressed. I reeled it in for about 15 minutes and I’ve never been so exhausted from fishin in my life. It felt like I just went to the gym and hit upper body! That alone made the trip. Once in a lifetime oppurtunity for sure. Beautful sunset on the way back to top it off.
Zachary Scheidecker5.0VerifiedDefinite MUST!!!
Half Day Trip – Inshore on May 21, 2026 • 6 adults • 1 childStarted inshore in the morning. Nothing was biting, Capt Steve made decision to head a little offshore. withing minutes we were on them! Ended up with over 35 fish! Spanish mackerel, grey snapper, and seabass. Taking them down to Carabelle to a local restaurant to have them for dinner.
James Foster5.0VerifiedGreat trip
6 hour nearshore trip on April 29, 2026 • 3 adultsCaught our limit of Red Grouper and 35+ additional keepers of different types. Also caught a 20 lb red Snapper that was released because it was out of season. An overall great trip beginning to end. I would highly recommend a trip with this outfit. I certainly hope to go with them again.
Sam Molke5.0VerifiedGreat scalloping trip!
Scalloping trip on July 4, 2026 • 2 adultsWe went out with Steven on July 4th and had an amazing experience scalloping! He put us in a great spot and knew where visibility in the bay would be the best. He was very aware of other boaters and made sure to keep an eye on us while we were in the water on a busy holiday.
Adam Fabian5.0Verifiedsummer vacation
Half Day Trip – Inshore on June 24, 2026 • 3 adultsI took my teenage son out for the first time on a charter. Captain understood ask my requests. He was courteous and made the trip enjoyable from the first catch to the last. and he was very knowledgeable about the area and the many types of fish we caught.
Jae GerardotRepeat angler5.0VerifiedChildren Friendly
Half Day Trip – Inshore on May 13, 2026 • 5 adults • 3 childrenCapt steve was great, he was nice, knowledgeable and a great CAPTAIN! humble, interacted with kids and out us on some fish! catchs inclused a big Red at 22”, hand fulls of trout, blue fish, even some cats and a few lady fish! kids enjoy reeling then in! thanks for the good time!
Christy Cato5.0VerifiedBest trip ever…. Fish on…
Half day inshore PM on July 28, 2026 • 4 adultsOne of the most fun fishing trip ever been old. Captain was amazing. Put us on the fish every time super fun experience multiple fish multiple fishing stops nonstop action all day.
Meredith Kaluf5.0VerifiedNewOctober fishing trip
Half Day Trip – Inshore on October 14, 2026 • 6 adults • 4 children
Paul Best5.0VerifiedGreat fishing experience
Half Day Trip – Inshore on June 27, 2026 • 6 adults • 2 childrenCaptain Steve was awesome. Caught tons of fish in several locations. The kids had a blast! I would highly recommend.
Amy Cassell5.0VerifiedFirst timers
Half Day Trip – Inshore on July 2, 2026 • 6 adults • 3 childrenCaptain Steve was great! 3 smaller boys each caught some! Fun for all of us!
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Captain Steve was the man with the plan. We hooked a huge tarpon (about 100-120 pound roughly) that even had captain impressed. I reeled it in for about 15 minutes and I’ve never been so exhausted from fishin in my life. It felt like I just went to the gym and hit upper body! That alone made the trip. Once in a lifetime oppurtunity for sure. Beautful sunset on the way back to top it off.
heck yeah!!! hooking into a tarpon and getting to fight itnfor that long is awesome!! glad everyone had a great time, thanks for booking with us! we cant wait to do it again!!!
Started inshore in the morning. Nothing was biting, Capt Steve made decision to head a little offshore. withing minutes we were on them! Ended up with over 35 fish! Spanish mackerel, grey snapper, and seabass. Taking them down to Carabelle to a local restaurant to have them for dinner.
Captain Steve is the man! we are so happy that you guys had a blast and caught some really incredible fish for dinner!
Caught our limit of Red Grouper and 35+ additional keepers of different types. Also caught a 20 lb red Snapper that was released because it was out of season. An overall great trip beginning to end. I would highly recommend a trip with this outfit. I certainly hope to go with them again.
Thank you so much! I had a blast with the three of you! Next time lets go catch some mahi and red snapper!
We went out with Steven on July 4th and had an amazing experience scalloping! He put us in a great spot and knew where visibility in the bay would be the best. He was very aware of other boaters and made sure to keep an eye on us while we were in the water on a busy holiday.
Were so happy gou had a grwat time and a safe successful trip!
I took my teenage son out for the first time on a charter. Captain understood ask my requests. He was courteous and made the trip enjoyable from the first catch to the last. and he was very knowledgeable about the area and the many types of fish we caught.
Thank you so much! Captain Steve sure is great with kids!
FAQs about Coast Runner Outfitters
- US $400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - March special (4 hours)
- US $450 per group - Dolphin Tour (3 hours)
- US $450 per group - Dolphin Tour - 1:00 PM (3 hours)
- US $450 per group - Island hopping (3 hours)
- US $450 per group - Scalloping trip (4 hours)
- US $450 per group - Scalloping trip - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
- US $500 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - Half day inshore PM (4 hours)
- US $500 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip – Inshore (4 hours)
- US $500 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Shark fishing (4 hours)
- US $600 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - Night time shark trip (4 hours)
- US $700 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 6 hour nearshore trip (6 hours)
- US $900 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Full day nearshore fishing trip (8 hours)
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Snorkeling equipment
- Live bait well
- Wireless trolling motor
- Ice box
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait (Live bait is sometimes needed. However, we don't subtract that from your fishing time. We typically catch bait with a sabiki rig while you fish for target species. If we have to spend time throwing a net, we add that back so you don't loose fishing time. )
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting (Fish cleaning is not included on gigging trips or )
- Fishing license (Your fishing license is included on all saltwater trips. Freshwater trips require clients over the age of 15 to purchase a 3 ($17)day or 7($30)day license.)
- River fishing (Typically freshwater trips are backups for when it's too windy to fish on the coast or in the bay. We do occasionally target largemouth and striped bass in lakes and rivers at customers request.)
- Lake fishing
- Inshore fishing
- Nearshore fishing
- Reef fishing
- Wreck fishing
- Flats fishing
- Backcountry fishing
- Light tackle
- Heavy tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Popping
- Drift fishing
- Bowfishing
- Handline
- Flounder gigging
- Black Drum
- Cobia
- Flounder
- Grouper (Gag)
- King Mackerel (Kingfish)
- Pompano
- Redfish
- Shark (Blacktip)
- Snapper (Red)
- Speckled Trout
- Tarpon
- Tripletail
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