Captain Ron's Charters LLC – Lucky Enough 40' 

5.0/5 (22 reviews)
 
State licensed
 2269 Jones Park Drive, Gulfport, MS 39501, United States

Captain Ron's Charters LLC – Lucky Enough 40' 

Up to 9 miles
Gulfport, MS, United States
40 ft
6
5.0/5 (22 reviews)

If fishing in Gulfport is on your bucket list, look no further than Captain Ron’s Charters. With Captain Ron at the helm, you’ll have a knowledgeable and experienced guide.

Species like Redfish, Black Drum, Blacktip Shark, Bull Shark, Cobia, Weakfish, and more inhabit these waters if you come at the right time of year. You’ll target your catch by light tackle fishing, trolling, drifting, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Trips with Captain Ron’s Charters are kid-friendly, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. You’re welcome to bring snacks!

Capt. Ron operates a 40’ Chris Craft sportfishing vessel with a capacity for 6 passengers. It has all the essentials. There’s a toilet on board for your convenience. Capt. Ron will provide rods and reels for you. Live bait is on offer, but it’s good to ask about this so you know if you’ll be catching it yourself.

Trips are run with the help of a First Mate. Mates often work for tips and it’s customary to offer them a 10–20% tip.

There’s no need to buy a fishing license, just show up ready for some fishing! Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.

A few items to bring include bottled water, sunglasses, and sunblock (non-spray). Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

How often would you rather be fishing? Go on and turn that daydream into a reality, with Captain Ron’s Charters.

If fishing in Gulfport is on your bucket list, look no further than Captain Ron’s Charters. With Captain Ron at the helm, you’ll have a knowledgeable and experienced guide.

Species like Redfish, Black Drum, Blacktip Shark, Bull Shark, Cobia, Weakfish, and more inhabit these waters if you come at the right time of year. You’ll target your catch by light tackle fishing, trolling, drifting, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Trips with Captain Ron’s Charters are kid-friendly, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. You’re welcome to bring snacks!

Capt. Ron operates a 40’ Chris Craft sportfishing vessel with a capacity for 6 passengers. It has all the essentials. There’s a toilet on board for your convenience. Capt. Ron will provide rods and reels for you. Live bait is on offer, but it’s good to ask about this so you know if you’ll be catching it yourself.

Trips are run with the help of a First Mate. Mates often work for tips and it’s customary to offer them a 10–20% tip.

There’s no need to buy a fishing license, just show up ready for some fishing! Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.

A few items to bring include bottled water, sunglasses, and sunblock (non-spray). Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

How often would you rather be fishing? Go on and turn that daydream into a reality, with Captain Ron’s Charters.

Captain Ron's Charters, LLC.
Charter Operator
Captain Ron's Charters, LLC.
37 years of experience
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Trip availability and prices

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August 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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4.5 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
Shark (Bull)
Weakfish
US $900
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Cobia
Redfish
Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Bull)
US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
Black Drum
Redfish
+3
US $1,400
Entire boat: up to 6 people

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5.0
22 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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Janell Ragsdale
Janell Ragsdale
us
Arkansas, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Amazing trip!!!!!!!
4.5 Hour Trip on September 12, 20254 adults

First time sea fishing and I cannot say enough good things about this trip with Capt Hunter and Mate Dakota. They put us on the fish early and we limited out on some. I’d definitely go again with these guys and we’re planning another trip next summer already. Don’t miss out on the fun! Thanks a lot Capt Hunter and Mate Dakota. Hopefully see you next year. Dennis wants to go after that 6’ shark he left slip off.

Reported catch:
Redfish
Brandon Searls
Brandon Searls
us
Kansas, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
bad day fishing still beats a good day at work
4.5 Hour Trip on October 15, 20252 adults

Dakota and Hunter were great. They did everything they could to try to get us a fish even giving us extra time. However, the fish were not cooperating. Wife and I each caught one spanish mackerel. We did get to see some dolphins though. Remember these guys work hard, but bad days happen. Still a great experience and hope to try again someday.

Casey Ingle
Casey Ingle
Repeat angler
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2026
4 trips
5.0
Verified
Captain Ron is the man
6 Hour Trip on June 23, 20266 adults

Awesome trip, put us on fish multiple times, amazing trip.

Johnathan Wilson
Johnathan Wilson
us
Mississippi, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
great time with great people
6 Hour Trip on September 21, 20252 adults2 children

highly recommend

Emma Herz
Emma Herz
us
Mississippi, US
Member since 2022
5.0
Verified
May fishing trip
6 Hour Trip on May 25, 20244 adults

Capt. Ron and his crew were awesome. First mate Hunter and Dakota, who was in training were absolutely the best. We went about 7 miles out. They took care of everything. They baited our hooks, took our fish off and cleaned them at the end of the day. The boat is nice and big. Plenty of room for everyone. It has a bathroom and a covered part so you can get out of the sun, if you want to. Capt. Ron and his crew were such a delight to be with. They make you feel like family. We laughed and joked around and had a great time. We will definitely use Capt. Ron's Charter again.

FAQs about Captain Ron's Charters LLC – Lucky Enough 40'

Captain Ron's Charters LLC – Lucky Enough 40' offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $900 per group - 4.5 Hour Trip (4 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Captain Ron's Charters LLC – Lucky Enough 40', you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Very clean and private restroom with shower.
  • Air conditioning Cold AC
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge
  • Live bait well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia system
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Captain Ron's Charters LLC – Lucky Enough 40' include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Live bait is a staple on our trips depending on the season and target species.)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Fish cleaning and packaging is included in the trip price.)
  • First mate (We always offer a first mate for your convenience and safety. Tips are usually 15% but remember as with any service-related business it depends on the service received.)
  • Fishing license (Your fishing license is covered under the trip price.)
Captain Ron's Charters LLC – Lucky Enough 40' offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (This depends on where we have been catching. A normal day is 10 to 15 miles out.)
  • Wreck fishing
Captain Ron's Charters LLC – Lucky Enough 40' offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Captain Ron's Charters LLC – Lucky Enough 40' include:
  • Black Drum
  • Cobia
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Weakfish

Your operator

Captain Ron's Charters, LLC.
Captain Ron's Charters, LLC.
Captain Ron's Charters, LLC.

Gulfport, Mississippi, United States

9 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
22 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since March 2024

It would be hard to find a charter boat captain with as much sea time fishing the waters between New Orleans, LA, and Mobile, AL as you'll find with Captain Ron. At a very young age, Captain Ron began his career on the water working on family-owned commercial fishing vessels and has owned and operated his own charter fishing vessels since 1989. Because of his love for the Gulf's diverse fishery and his sincere desire to share the Gulf fishing experience with others, Captain Ron has become one of the top charter captains on the entire northern Gulf of Mexico. At Captain Ron's, your and your family's safety is always paramount! Our vessels go through a rigorous maintenance program and are fully maintained in a clean, comfortable, and safe manner so we can ensure you'll have the best fishing experience to be found anywhere.

Our Team
Pandora H.

Pandora H.

Captain

Ron H.

Ron H.

Captain

9 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
22 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since March 2024

It would be hard to find a charter boat captain with as much sea time fishing the waters between New Orleans, LA, and Mobile, AL as you'll find with Captain Ron. At a very young age, Captain Ron began his career on the water working on family-owned commercial fishing vessels and has owned and operated his own charter fishing vessels since 1989. Because of his love for the Gulf's diverse fishery and his sincere desire to share the Gulf fishing experience with others, Captain Ron has become one of the top charter captains on the entire northern Gulf of Mexico. At Captain Ron's, your and your family's safety is always paramount! Our vessels go through a rigorous maintenance program and are fully maintained in a clean, comfortable, and safe manner so we can ensure you'll have the best fishing experience to be found anywhere.

Our Team
Pandora H.

Pandora H.

Captain

Ron H.

Ron H.

Captain

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Cobia
Cobia
Redfish
Redfish
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Bull Shark
Bull Shark
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Weakfish
Weakfish
Black Drum
Black Drum
Cobia
Cobia
Redfish
Redfish
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Bull Shark
Bull Shark

Real catches by this captain

  • bad day fishing still beats a good day at work
    Brandon S.
    Brandon S.
  • Amazing trip!!!!!!!
    Shawn R.
    Shawn R.
  • AMAZING
    Kim R.
    Kim R.
  • Captain Ron is Great!
    Tim.lieschen S.
    Tim.lieschen S.
  • Great crew
    Karey S.
    Karey S.
  • Great experience!
    Aaron S.
    Aaron S.
  • Had a great time
    John M.
    John M.
  • Fishing with Ron
    Kimberly M.
    Kimberly M.
  • Memories of a lifetime
    Bob G.
    Bob G.
  • Greatest crew I’ve dealt with in many years!
    Nic C.
    Nic C.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
40 ft
Year built
1978
Restored in
2025
Boat manufacturer
Chris Craft
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Cummins
Powered by
2 x 370HP
Max cruising speed
22 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
This depends on where we have been catching. A normal day is 10 to 15 miles out.
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Very clean and private restroom with shower.
Air conditioning
Cold AC
GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Live bait well
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Multimedia system
Outriggers
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Live bait is a staple on our trips depending on the season and target species.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fish cleaning and packaging is included in the trip price.
First mate
We always offer a first mate for your convenience and safety. Tips are usually 15% but remember as with any service-related business it depends on the service received.
Fishing license
Your fishing license is covered under the trip price.

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
Yes, children are allowed but it is the parents responsibility to look after them as the crew is busy making your trip successful. Under the age of 12 is not recommended.
You keep catch
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 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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

What’s biting in Gulfport right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
CobiaCobia
RedfishRedfish
Shark (Blacktip)Shark (Blacktip)
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel

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