Tin Cup Fishing Charters 

5.0
(367 reviews)
 
State licensed
 3814 6th Street South, St. Petersburg, FL 33705, United States–

Tin Cup Fishing Charters 

St. Petersburg, FL, United States
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23 ft
4
5.0
(367 reviews)

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Hello! My name is Captain Dylan, I am a Tampa Bay native, part-time fishing guide, and pilot-in-training! When I am not up in the air, I am out on the water doing what I love most - chasing fish!

I’ve been fishing the bay, flats, and beaches of Tampa and St. Pete my whole life, but started doing licensed charters last year to help pay my way through pilot school.

When it comes to fishing, my biggest priorities are to have fun, appreciate the outdoors, and enjoy time on the water with the people I’m with. **I take fishing seriously, but if catching a ton of fish or going home with a cooler full of fillets is your biggest priority, I would recommend booking with another captain.**

I fish with my guests the same way I’d fish if I were going out by myself or with friends - every day is different, and every day is a unique challenge and a chance to learn something new about the awesome fishery we have here in Tampa Bay. Whether we catch 5 fish or 50, my goal is to have an enjoyable day on the water and a good time with the people I’m with.

To me, that’s the fun of fishing.

Most trips will start by heading out and catching live bait. From there, we will explore a variety of spots depending on what species are around in the season. This could be chasing after snook, trout, and redfish on the flats, fishing for tarpon around the bridges and passes (early summer), or going off the beaches to a nearshore reef.

*PLEASE NOTE - I do NOT keep snook or redfish on my charters. These are prized gamefish in Tampa Bay that I prefer to practice catch and release on. If you are interested in taking a few fish home to eat, there are other species we can target depending on conditions and time of year.

If you have any questions at all, don’t hesitate to shoot me a message and ask! Thanks, and hope to see you out there!

-Capt. D.L. Spragg

Hello! My name is Captain Dylan, I am a Tampa Bay native, part-time fishing guide, and pilot-in-training! When I am not up in the air, I am out on the water doing what I love most - chasing fish!

I’ve been fishing the bay, flats, and beaches of Tampa and St. Pete my whole life, but started doing licensed charters last year to help pay my way through pilot school.

When it comes to fishing, my biggest priorities are to have fun, appreciate the outdoors, and enjoy time on the water with the people I’m with. **I take fishing seriously, but if catching a ton of fish or going home with a cooler full of fillets is your biggest priority, I would recommend booking with another captain.**

I fish with my guests the same way I’d fish if I were going out by myself or with friends - every day is different, and every day is a unique challenge and a chance to learn something new about the awesome fishery we have here in Tampa Bay. Whether we catch 5 fish or 50, my goal is to have an enjoyable day on the water and a good time with the people I’m with.

To me, that’s the fun of fishing.

Most trips will start by heading out and catching live bait. From there, we will explore a variety of spots depending on what species are around in the season. This could be chasing after snook, trout, and redfish on the flats, fishing for tarpon around the bridges and passes (early summer), or going off the beaches to a nearshore reef.

*PLEASE NOTE - I do NOT keep snook or redfish on my charters. These are prized gamefish in Tampa Bay that I prefer to practice catch and release on. If you are interested in taking a few fish home to eat, there are other species we can target depending on conditions and time of year.

If you have any questions at all, don’t hesitate to shoot me a message and ask! Thanks, and hope to see you out there!

-Capt. D.L. Spragg

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3hr Beginner Fishing Trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
3 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM)
Jack Crevalle
Snook
Tarpon
Snapper (Mangrove)
+4
US $395
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Shark Fishing Trip
In high demand Last booked: 2 days ago
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 2:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
May 15 - Nov 15
Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Thresher)
Shark (Bull)
Shark (Lemon)
US $495
Entire boat: up to 3 people
1/2 Day Inshore Fishing
In high demand Last booked: 20 hours ago
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
5 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
Jack Crevalle
Snook
Tarpon
Snapper (Mangrove)
+7
US $550
Entire boat: up to 3 people
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5.0
367 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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What anglers say

100%
Great experience
99%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
99%
Recommended
99%
Caught fish

Reviews (367)

  • Tom Kohen
    Tom Kohen
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Reeled In Sharks and Good Times with Captain Dylan!

    Shark Fishing Trip - 2:00 PM on September 25, 2026 • 2 adults

    My wife and I recently went on a shark fishing trip with Captain Dylan, and it exceeded all expectations. From the moment we stepped on the boat, he was incredibly kind, friendly, and welcoming. He made sure we felt comfortable right away and was a true professional throughout the entire outing. His knowledge of the water and the fish was impressive, and it showed when we hooked into a couple of sharks including a spinner and a pointed nose. The excitement of the fights and the expert way he handled everything made the day unforgettable. We would 100% book another trip with him without hesitation. If I could give a 10 star rating, I absolutely would. Highly recommend Captain Dylan for anyone looking for a fun, well run, and memorable shark fishing experience!

  • Rachael Kincart
    Rachael Kincart
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Book with Captain Dylan!!

    3hr Beginner Fishing Trip - 1:00 PM on July 23, 2026 • 4 adults • 3 children

    We had an amazing time on our fishing trip with Captain Dylan! From the moment we got on the boat, he made us feel welcome and comfortable. He was incredibly patient and took the time to teach each of us the proper way to fish, explaining everything in a way that was easy to understand. Thanks to his guidance, every single one of us caught fish, which made the experience even more exciting! The boat ride itself was absolutely phenomenal—beautiful scenery, calm water, and an all-around relaxing day on the water. Captain Dylan’s knowledge, friendly personality, and willingness to help made this a trip we’ll always remember. If you’re looking for a fun, family-friendly fishing charter with a captain who genuinely cares about making sure everyone has a great experience, we can’t recommend Captain Dylan enough. We’ll definitely be booking another trip the next time we’re in Florida!

  • Joey Isaac
    Joey Isaac
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2017
    5.0
    Verified

    Best Fishing trip ever!

    1/2 Day Inshore Fishing on July 7, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 children

    Caltain Dylan was great, We talked about catching a tarpon and he explained how hard it is but did his best to give us an amazing experience and boy did he deliver! We first saw some tarpon rolling early and did everything we could to catch them. My son hooked into a 40 lb tarpon and held on for a ride unfortunately he broke him off! We kept trying but to no avail. So off we went to catch some live bait for some snook. That was a interesting experience to say the least…..But as a storm was aproaching us it seemed the tarpon had followed us and started rolling in about 3 ft of water, as we got our lines back in the storm was fast approaching and we headed for cover. Most captains and fishing trips would of been over by now but captain dylan asked if we wanted to wait out the lightning and rain so we did and about 10 min later we went back to where we saw them and low and behold they were still there after about 15 min of chumming and baits in the water the fight of my fishing life was on. 30 min later and 500 yd farther then where we started I brought the 60lb tarpon to the boat. We drove a little ways to get to shallower water to get out of the boat and take pictures. What a fishing trip this was. I was cooked after that and then i hear so are yall ready to go catch some more fish….to my surprise we got more bait went to another spot and my kids were catching reds, bonnet head sharks, a sting ray and i actually hooked into a smaller tarpon. To say the least this was an epic adventure my family will never forget. We are already planning our next trip with Captain Dylan!!!!!!

  • Luke Mortensen
    Luke Mortensen
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Will only book with Capt Dylan!

    1/2 Day Inshore Fishing on June 4, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

    We had an incredible trip with Capt. Dylan! From the moment we dropped lines in the water, we were catching fish. Capt. Dylan was friendly, accommodating, and made sure everyone had a great time. What really stood out was how great he was with the kids. He kept them engaged, helped them every step of the way, and made the experience fun and memorable for the whole family. We've been on several fishing charters over the years, and this was hands down the best trip we've ever been on. If you're looking for a captain who works hard, puts you on fish, and makes the day enjoyable for everyone, we can't recommend Capt. Dylan enough. We'll definitely be booking again!

  • Joshua Dixon
    Joshua Dixon
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Amazing boys trip

    3hr Beginner Fishing Trip - 1:00 PM on October 2, 2026 • 3 adults • 2 children

    My two sons and I booked a 3 hr trip and caught 9 different species, around 50 fish in total! Dylan was very patient and caring with the boys who are 9 and 5 years old. He was such a great guide that at the end… they both agreed he was cooler than their dad😂 10/10 highly recommend, Thanks Dylan!

  • Jordyn Kinsey
    Jordyn Kinsey
    Repeat angler
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    great captain great fishing

    Shark Fishing Trip on June 25, 2026 • 3 adults

    dylan was awesome, he knows his ways around the waters and where the fish “hangout”, he gave us what we asked for in what we wanted to catch , and navigated the bigger waves very well, will definetly be usung his charter service when im back in the area again, highly satisfied and highly recommend his charter service, he went above and beyond to make it an enjoyable successfull fishing trip, thanks again dylan greatly appreciated

  • Adam Bellas
    Adam Bellas
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Perfect afternoon fishing with my son.

    3hr Beginner Fishing Trip - 1:00 PM on March 25, 2026 • 2 adults

    This was a great trip from start to finish. Easy location to park and walk right onto the boat. Our guide Dylan already had our fresh bait and took us right out on the water. This was the perfect trip for me and my 13 year old son. We didn’t catch boat loads of fish (still coolers worth) but we caught pretty much all the varieties we wanted to! Dylan knew where to take us and helped us if we got snagged in a tree or if a fish cut the line, he handed us another pole right away. (No waiting around as he was always busy setting us up) We even got to see manatee’s, dolphins and other cool things. I’d highly recommend Dylan’s charter.

  • Phillip Phelan
    Phillip Phelan
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Monster fish!

    1/2 Day Inshore Fishing on July 1, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 children

    Captain Dylan was awesome! We got on fish right away. Hooked into some monster snook and redfish. Highly recommend this captain. Great personality and really wants to see his clients catch fish and have a great time. 2 adults and 2 kids and we all caught fish. Snook, redfish, trout, triple tail, ladyfish, , jack crevalle and bonnet head sharks were caught on this trip.

  • Alexander Bowen
    Alexander Bowen
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2020
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing trip!

    3hr Beginner Fishing Trip - 4:00 PM on June 29, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 children

    Dylan was awesome. First, allowing us to bring our two little kids on this trip was amazing and the kids had an amazing time. Gave us options on what to fish for and where to fish. We were successful in catching red fish, sharks, snook, and were chasing tarpon! Anytime we are back in St. Pete, we will be coming back to Dylan. Thank you!

  • Rich Reneau
    Rich Reneau
    Repeat angler
    us
    Montana, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Trip!

    Full Day Inshore/Nearshore Fishing on June 5, 2026 • 2 adults

    Dylan worked so hard to make sure we had a great day, and he came through! Fishing was tough, no fault of Dylan’s, but we did catch and release a nearly 6 foot black tipped shark thanks to Dylan’s skills; the largest fish I have ever caught. My 8-year old daughter had a fantastic time too. I would absolutely fish with Dylan again.

Rating

5.0
367 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (560)

What anglers say

100%
Great experience
99%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
99%
Recommended
99%
Caught fish

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Tom Kohen
Tom Kohen
us
Minnesota, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Reeled In Sharks and Good Times with Captain Dylan!
Shark Fishing Trip - 2:00 PM on September 25, 2026 • 2 adults

My wife and I recently went on a shark fishing trip with Captain Dylan, and it exceeded all expectations. From the moment we stepped on the boat, he was incredibly kind, friendly, and welcoming. He made sure we felt comfortable right away and was a true professional throughout the entire outing. His knowledge of the water and the fish was impressive, and it showed when we hooked into a couple of sharks including a spinner and a pointed nose. The excitement of the fights and the expert way he handled everything made the day unforgettable. We would 100% book another trip with him without hesitation. If I could give a 10 star rating, I absolutely would. Highly recommend Captain Dylan for anyone looking for a fun, well run, and memorable shark fishing experience!

Rachael Kincart
Rachael Kincart
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Book with Captain Dylan!!
3hr Beginner Fishing Trip - 1:00 PM on July 23, 2026 • 1 adult • 3 children

We had an amazing time on our fishing trip with Captain Dylan! From the moment we got on the boat, he made us feel welcome and comfortable. He was incredibly patient and took the time to teach each of us the proper way to fish, explaining everything in a way that was easy to understand. Thanks to his guidance, every single one of us caught fish, which made the experience even more exciting! The boat ride itself was absolutely phenomenal—beautiful scenery, calm water, and an all-around relaxing day on the water. Captain Dylan’s knowledge, friendly personality, and willingness to help made this a trip we’ll always remember. If you’re looking for a fun, family-friendly fishing charter with a captain who genuinely cares about making sure everyone has a great experience, we can’t recommend Captain Dylan enough. We’ll definitely be booking another trip the next time we’re in Florida!

Reported catch:
Jack Crevalle
Ladyfish
Speckled Trout
Joey Isaac
Joey Isaac
us
Texas, US
Member since 2017
5.0
Verified
Best Fishing trip ever!
1/2 Day Inshore Fishing on July 7, 2026 • 2 adults • 2 children

Caltain Dylan was great, We talked about catching a tarpon and he explained how hard it is but did his best to give us an amazing experience and boy did he deliver! We first saw some tarpon rolling early and did everything we could to catch them. My son hooked into a 40 lb tarpon and held on for a ride unfortunately he broke him off! We kept trying but to no avail. So off we went to catch some live bait for some snook. That was a interesting experience to say the least…..But as a storm was aproaching us it seemed the tarpon had followed us and started rolling in about 3 ft of water, as we got our lines back in the storm was fast approaching and we headed for cover. Most captains and fishing trips would of been over by now but captain dylan asked if we wanted to wait out the lightning and rain so we did and about 10 min later we went back to where we saw them and low and behold they were still there after about 15 min of chumming and baits in the water the fight of my fishing life was on. 30 min later and 500 yd farther then where we started I brought the 60lb tarpon to the boat. We drove a little ways to get to shallower water to get out of the boat and take pictures. What a fishing trip this was. I was cooked after that and then i hear so are yall ready to go catch some more fish….to my surprise we got more bait went to another spot and my kids were catching reds, bonnet head sharks, a sting ray and i actually hooked into a smaller tarpon. To say the least this was an epic adventure my family will never forget. We are already planning our next trip with Captain Dylan!!!!!!

Reported catch:
Tarpon
Redfish
Luke Mortensen
Luke Mortensen
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Will only book with Capt Dylan!
1/2 Day Inshore Fishing on June 4, 2026 • 1 adult • 1 child

We had an incredible trip with Capt. Dylan! From the moment we dropped lines in the water, we were catching fish. Capt. Dylan was friendly, accommodating, and made sure everyone had a great time. What really stood out was how great he was with the kids. He kept them engaged, helped them every step of the way, and made the experience fun and memorable for the whole family. We've been on several fishing charters over the years, and this was hands down the best trip we've ever been on. If you're looking for a captain who works hard, puts you on fish, and makes the day enjoyable for everyone, we can't recommend Capt. Dylan enough. We'll definitely be booking again!

Reported catch:
Jack Crevalle
Snook
Mangrove Snapper
Speckled Trout
Steven Moore
Steven Moore
Repeat angler
us
Texas, US
Member since 2023
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
Great time!
1/2 Day Inshore Fishing on September 19, 2026 • 2 adults

Dylan was a great guide, and I would imagine that he we would be great with all clients - from families to seasoned anglers. Really worked hard to get us on all species of fish. We caught/hooked mangrove snapper, grouper, Spanish mackerel, flounder and snook. He even kept us out longer than expected to try and hook tarpon that he had tracked down. Absolutely perfect day!

Reported catch:
Spanish Mackerel
Mangrove Snapper
Speckled Trout

FAQs about Tin Cup Fishing Charters

Tin Cup Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $395 per group, additional US $30 per person after 3 guests - 3hr Beginner Fishing Trip (3 hours)
  • US $395 per group, additional US $30 per person after 3 guests - 3hr Beginner Fishing Trip - 1:00 PM (3 hours)
  • US $395 per group, additional US $30 per person after 3 guests - 3hr Beginner Fishing Trip - 4:00 PM (3 hours)
  • US $495 per group, additional US $30 per person after 3 guests - Shark Fishing Trip (4 hours)
  • US $495 per group, additional US $30 per person after 3 guests - Shark Fishing Trip - 2:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $30 per person after 3 guests - 1/2 Day Inshore Fishing (5 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $30 per person after 3 guests - 1/2 Day Inshore Fishing - 1:00 PM (5 hours)
When you book a trip with Tin Cup Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
Trips booked with Tin Cup Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks
  • Fishing license
Tin Cup Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Tin Cup Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Spinning
  • Fly fishing
Top targeted fish species with Tin Cup Fishing Charters include:
  • Cobia
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Little Tunny (False Albacore)
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon

Your captain

Dylan Baker
Dylan Baker
St. Petersburg, Florida, United States
8 Fishing Reports
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367 Customer reviews
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Member since September 2023
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Hi! My name is Capt Dylan and I have spent my entire life fishing the beautiful waters of Tampa Bay! I started guiding to help pay for pilot school, but no matter how much I love to fly, nothing beats a rod bending day on the water!
Dylan Baker
Dylan Baker
Fully verified
Angler's Choice
8
reports
367
reviews
2023
member since
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response
Hi! My name is Capt Dylan and I have spent my entire life fishing the beautiful waters of Tampa Bay! I started guiding to help pay for pilot school, but no matter how much I love to fly, nothing beats a rod bending day on the water!

The fish you can target

Cobia
Cobia
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tarpon
Tarpon
Cobia
Cobia
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Little Tunny (False Albacore)

Real catches by this captain

  • Amazing boys trip
    Joshua D.
    Joshua D.
  • Reeled In Sharks and Good Times with Captain Dylan!
    Tom K.
    Tom K.
  • Great Day!!
    Kate M.
    Kate M.
  • Great Experience!!!!
    Lacy H.
    Lacy H.
  • Book with Captain Dylan!!
    Rachael K.
    Rachael K.
  • Very Good Trip
    David M.
    David M.
  • If you are looking for action look no further
    Shane N.
    Shane N.
  • Best Fishing trip ever!
    Joey I.
    Joey I.
  • Monster fish!
    Phillip P.
    Phillip P.
  • Amazing trip!
    Alexander B.
    Alexander B.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
23 ft
Year built
1984
Restored in
2018
Boat manufacturer
Parker
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning
Fly Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Fishing license

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
No smoking
You keep catch
*Catch and release ONLY for snook and redfish
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Pay online in full
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
Book with 25% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 25% 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
 Visa
 Mastercard
 American Express
 PayPal
 Checks
 Bank transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 2.5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in St. Petersburg right now

CobiaCobia
Grouper (Gag)Grouper (Gag)
Grouper (Red)Grouper (Red)
Jack CrevalleJack Crevalle
RedfishRedfish
SheepsheadSheepshead
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
SnookSnook
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
TarponTarpon

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