Baitrun Charters
+8There’s a fish with your name on it in Tampa and Baitrun Charters will help you catch it!
Local species include Gag Grouper, Hogfish, Cobia, Pompano, Redfish, Mangrove Snapper, Snook, Spanish Mackerel, Speckled Trout, Tarpon, Tripletail, and more if you cast your line at the right time of year. On these trips, you can expect to troll and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle.
Planning a family adventure? Kids are absolutely welcome! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Snacks are never a bad idea so that everyone stays happy and energized!
Your vessel for the day is a 21’ Center console with room for 3 passengers. It has downriggers, as well as everything else you need for a productive day on the water. Rods, reels, and tackle are covered by the charter. Live bait is on offer, but you should ask the captain whether you’ll be catching it yourself.
The charter boat covers your fishing license, just show up ready for a good time! Have in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.
Don’t leave home without sunglasses, bottled water, and sunscreen (non-spray). If you’d like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
Captain
James Parker
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+16Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
93%
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Fantastic Trip
3 Hour - Sunrise on August 7, 2025
Captain James took my 8 year old son and 10 year old daughter on a great trip. We started catching fish right away, and also spotted dolphins and a manatee. Great trip, and I'd definitely recommend it.
Captain James took my 8 year old son and 10 year old daughter on a great trip. We started catching fish right away, and also spotted dolphins and a manatee. Great trip, and I'd definitely recommend it.
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Caught over 25 fish
3 Hour - Sunset on June 24, 2025
Fishing with captain James was an absolute blast with my two boys aged 14 and 10. We ended up in a spot where collectively we caught almost 30 fish all different sorts … even a sting ray and a blow fish. Most we released back, but we did catch dinner 🥘. My boys are already planning their next trip with the captain.
Fishing with captain James was an absolute blast with my two boys aged 14 and 10. We ended up in a spot where collectively we caught almost 30 fish all different sorts … even a sting ray and a blow fish. Most we released back, but we did catch dinner 🥘. My boys are already planning their next trip with the captain.
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No tide and multiple thunderstorms
3 Hour - Sunset on July 5, 2025
James knew we had an afternoon fishing trip wplanned with horrible conditions He tried very hard to At y the start of the day I told him conditions were horrible but if we could get a few mangrove snapper it would be great we had a great t time with my grandson but fish only bite when there is a tide
James knew we had an afternoon fishing trip wplanned with horrible conditions He tried very hard to At y the start of the day I told him conditions were horrible but if we could get a few mangrove snapper it would be great we had a great t time with my grandson but fish only bite when there is a tide
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Captain James
3 Hour - Sunrise on August 2, 2025
Captain James was awesome! Definitely had a good time! I would recommend to anyone looking for a good time catching fish!
Captain James was awesome! Definitely had a good time! I would recommend to anyone looking for a good time catching fish!
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Our family had a blast on our fishing trip
3 Hour - Sunset on March 21, 2025
Captain James was awesome with our son and the members of our group that were and were not experienced fisherman. Captain James came prepared with all of the gear we needed and was friendly and knowledgeable about the best fishing spots and made our trip enjoyable and relaxing.
Captain James was awesome with our son and the members of our group that were and were not experienced fisherman. Captain James came prepared with all of the gear we needed and was friendly and knowledgeable about the best fishing spots and made our trip enjoyable and relaxing.
FAQs about Baitrun Charters
What are the trip rates for Baitrun Charters?
Baitrun Charters offers the following trips to customers:
- US $450 per group - 3 Hour - Sunrise (3 hours)
- US $450 per group - 3 Hour - Sunrise (copy) (3 hours)
- US $450 per group - 3 Hour - Sunset (3 hours)
- US $450 per group - 3 Hour - Sunset (copy) (3 hours)
- US $550 per group - 4 Hour Trip (4 hours)
- US $550 per group - 4 Hour Trip (copy) (4 hours)
- US $650 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Custom (4 hours)
- US $750 per group - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
- US $850 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Custom (6 hours)
- US $1,200 per group - Full day (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Baitrun Charters?
When you book a trip with Baitrun Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live Bait Well
- Wireless Trolling Motor
- Ice Box
What's included in the trip price with Baitrun Charters?
Trips booked with Baitrun Charters include:
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live Bait (If you would like to learn about catching live bait we can do that, but I go out and cast net the bait prior to pick up. Bait is included in pricing. )
- Catch cleaning & filleting (No extra charge for filleting keeper fish)
- Fishing License (Fishing licenses are covered for all guests )
What types of fishing does Baitrun Charters offer?
Baitrun Charters offers the following types of fishing:
- Inshore Fishing
- Nearshore Fishing
What fishing techniques does Baitrun Charters offer?
Baitrun Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Heavy Tackle
- Bottom Fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Popping
Which fish species can I catch with Baitrun Charters?
Top targeted fish species with Baitrun Charters include:
- Cobia
- Grouper (Gag)
- Hogfish
- Pompano
- Redfish
- Snapper (Mangrove)
- Snook
- Spanish Mackerel
- Speckled Trout
- Tarpon
- Tripletail
Your captain
Tampa, Florida, United States
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
I have over 25 years on the water and fishing. I’ve traveled the world playing music. I was younger and discovered fishing along the way. It’s tough to say fishing pulled me away from being a musician, but it may be true!
The fish you can target
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Which fishing techniques you can try
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Which amenities are available onboard
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box
What’s included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
If you would like to learn about catching live bait we can do that, but I go out and cast net the bait prior to pick up. Bait is included in pricing.
Catch cleaning & filleting
No extra charge for filleting keeper fish
Fishing License
Fishing licenses are covered for all guests
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.
What the listing policies are
Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
5 years old and up permitted
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 30% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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
Bank Transfer
What’s biting in Tampa right now
Cobia
Grouper (Gag)
Hogfish
Pompano
Redfish
Snook
Spanish Mackerel
Tarpon
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