Redwater Guide Company 

4.9/5 (12 reviews)
 
State licensed
 Bay Shore Drive 312, Panama City Beach, FL 32407, United States

Redwater Guide Company 

Up to 9 miles
Panama City Beach, FL, United States
17 ft
2
4.9/5 (12 reviews)

Panama City Beach has a fish with your name on it, so let Redwater Guide Company help you catch it!

We target Redfish and Trout in the backcountry and on the flats surrounding Panama City Beach. This is a backcountry, shallow-water pursuit aimed at getting you close to the fish and closer to nature.

Local species include Redfish, Speckled Trout, Black Drum, Jack Crevalle, Flounder, and more with any luck. You'll target your catch by light tackle fishing or fly fishing the flats and backcountry of Panama City Beach. Please Note: Redfish are catch and release only.

Families who love fishing together will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard!

You'll be fishing aboard a 21' Flats boat that holds up to 2 passengers. It comes with everything you need for a productive day on the water. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, including fly fishing gear.
There's no need to buy a fishing license, just show up ready for some fishing!

Don't forget to bring sunglasses and sunscreen. You may also bring anything you may want to eat or drink while on the water. Alcohol is allowed.

Get in touch with Capt. Max below and start planning your trip today!

Panama City Beach has a fish with your name on it, so let Redwater Guide Company help you catch it!

We target Redfish and Trout in the backcountry and on the flats surrounding Panama City Beach. This is a backcountry, shallow-water pursuit aimed at getting you close to the fish and closer to nature.

Local species include Redfish, Speckled Trout, Black Drum, Jack Crevalle, Flounder, and more with any luck. You'll target your catch by light tackle fishing or fly fishing the flats and backcountry of Panama City Beach. Please Note: Redfish are catch and release only.

Families who love fishing together will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard!

You'll be fishing aboard a 21' Flats boat that holds up to 2 passengers. It comes with everything you need for a productive day on the water. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, including fly fishing gear.
There's no need to buy a fishing license, just show up ready for some fishing!

Don't forget to bring sunglasses and sunscreen. You may also bring anything you may want to eat or drink while on the water. Alcohol is allowed.

Get in touch with Capt. Max below and start planning your trip today!

Max Williams
Captain
Max Williams
7 years of experience
ID & credentials verified

Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
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July 2026
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Number of days
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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4-Hour Inshore AM
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 7:00 AM)
Jack Crevalle
Black Drum
Redfish
Flounder
+1
US $500
Entire boat: 2 people
4-Hour Inshore PM
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (12:00 PM, 1:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Jun 15
Jack Crevalle
Black Drum
Redfish
Flounder
+1
US $500
Entire boat: 2 people
6-Hour Inshore
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 7:00 AM)
Jack Crevalle
Black Drum
Redfish
Flounder
+1
US $750
Entire boat: 2 people
6-Hour Inshore PM
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Jun 15
Jack Crevalle
Black Drum
Redfish
Flounder
+1
US $750
Entire boat: 2 people
8-Hour Inshore
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 7:00 AM)
Jack Crevalle
Black Drum
Redfish
Flounder
+1
US $900
Entire boat: 2 people

Customer reviews

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Rating

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

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Joe Slaght
Joe Slaght
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Red Fish on the fly
6-Hour Inshore on March 19, 20261 adult

Capt. Williams was very good putting me on fish! An understanding instructor help me correct my bad fly fishing habits. I highly recommend him as guide. I will use him again for my next Red Fish adventure.

Max Williams
Response from Captain

Thanks Joe!

Kevin Heflin
Kevin Heflin
us
Alabama, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
June fishing trip
4-Hour Inshore AM - 7:00 AM on June 5, 20261 adult1 child

Tyler Abbey
Tyler Abbey
Repeat angler
us
Texas, US
Member since 2024
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Inshore redfish trip
4-Hour Inshore AM on July 22, 20252 adults

We were quite pleased with our experience with capt max he was knowledgeable of the area and was able to put us on fish. It’s been quite hot here lately and made fishing tough but was able to put us on fish. We will definitely be booking with capt max again in the future

Reported catch:
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Daniel In
Daniel In
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Would reccomend
4-Hour Inshore AM on July 5, 20252 adults

Had a great time fishing with Captain Max. Very friendly and knowledgeable.

Rod Thomas
Rod Thomas
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
Perfect trip!
4-Hour Inshore AM on June 18, 20242 adults

If you’re looking for a quiet fishing, and a perfect captain to do it, Max is the guy. Max was very educational on the different types of fish, and very well knew where the hotspots were.We will absolutely be back.

Reported catch:
Speckled Trout
Redfish

FAQs about Redwater Guide Company

Redwater Guide Company offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group - 4-Hour Inshore AM (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group - 4-Hour Inshore AM - 7:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group - 4-Hour Inshore PM (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group - 4-Hour Inshore PM - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 6-Hour Inshore (6 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 6-Hour Inshore - 7:00 AM (6 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 6-Hour Inshore PM (6 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 8-Hour Inshore (8 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 8-Hour Inshore - 7:00 AM (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Redwater Guide Company, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Redwater Guide Company include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (We are catch and release only on redfish and trout. Any species we allow to keep we will happily filet for you free of charge. )
  • Drinks (We keep extra water on the boat, but clients are welcome to bring any drink they like including alcohol.)
  • Fishing license (Fishing licenses are included in the trip price for everyone. )
  • Fly fishing equipment
Redwater Guide Company offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Redwater Guide Company offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Spinning
  • Fly fishing
Top targeted fish species with Redwater Guide Company include:
  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Redfish
  • Speckled Trout

Your captain

Max Williams
Max Williams
Max Williams

Panama City Beach, Florida, United States

2 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
28 Customer reviews
Typical response within 1 hour
Member since April 2024

Captain Max makes it his goal to have all his clients have a great experience on the water. Whether offshore or inshore, the goal is not only to catch fish but to enjoy the day and appreciate our local waters.

2 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
28 Customer reviews
Typical response within 1 hour
Member since April 2024

Captain Max makes it his goal to have all his clients have a great experience on the water. Whether offshore or inshore, the goal is not only to catch fish but to enjoy the day and appreciate our local waters.

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Redfish
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Redfish
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
2 persons
Boat length
17 ft
Year built
2007
Boat manufacturer
Mitzi
Boat type
Flats boat
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 50HP
Max cruising speed
33 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Spinning
Fly Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Ice box

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
We are catch and release only on redfish and trout. Any species we allow to keep we will happily filet for you free of charge.
Drinks
We keep extra water on the boat, but clients are welcome to bring any drink they like including alcohol.
Fishing license
Fishing licenses are included in the trip price for everyone.
Fly fishing equipment

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
We do not have an age limit, but we do suggest your child can cast a spinning rod. This is not beginner style fishing.
Catch and release allowed
Catch and release mandatory
Redfish

How you can pay

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

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Panama City Beach right now

Jack CrevalleJack Crevalle
RedfishRedfish
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

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