Tops Charters 

5.0/5 (11 reviews)
 
State licensed
 12073 West Fort Island Trail, Crystal River, FL 34429, United States

Tops Charters 

Up to 9 miles
Crystal River, FL, United States
24 ft
6
5.0/5 (11 reviews)

If fishing is something that is always on your mind, give Tops Charters a call and we will definitely help you scratch that itch.

Capt. Richard runs a 24' Triton center console with space for up to 6 passengers. It comes with everything you need for a productive day on the water. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, as well as lures and live bait. 

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.

Families making a day of it will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board.

Don't forget to bring sunglasses, a hat, bug spay (preferably non-aerosol), sunblock (non-spray), and drinks (no glass). Bottled water will be available for you. Alcohol is allowed but in moderation, please avoid bringing hard liquor.

Now and then the fish might get away, but a day on the water never should. Time to make it happen with Tops Charters!

If fishing is something that is always on your mind, give Tops Charters a call and we will definitely help you scratch that itch.

Capt. Richard runs a 24' Triton center console with space for up to 6 passengers. It comes with everything you need for a productive day on the water. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, as well as lures and live bait. 

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.

Families making a day of it will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board.

Don't forget to bring sunglasses, a hat, bug spay (preferably non-aerosol), sunblock (non-spray), and drinks (no glass). Bottled water will be available for you. Alcohol is allowed but in moderation, please avoid bringing hard liquor.

Now and then the fish might get away, but a day on the water never should. Time to make it happen with Tops Charters!

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Customer reviews

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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (13)

All reviews (11)

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Barry Lingelbach
Barry Lingelbach
us
Florida, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Richard
Short Day Trip – Saltwater - 2:00 PM on March 20, 20262 adults

The trip was a good trip. Mother nature wasn’t cooperating at all, but the captain did the best he could to try to find us multiple spots that we could catch fish very amiable captain had a good day, even withoutcatching a lot of fish I would use him again without even a second thought. as for future charters from other folks, they just have to remember it’s called fishing for a reason not catching captain does the best he can to put your own fish but if they’re not biting, they’re not biting.

Response from Captain

Ty for the kind words, it was an absolute pleasure to have you and your brother on the boat.

Misty Linfoot
Misty Linfoot
us
Wyoming, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Variety of fish!
Short Day Trip – Saltwater on April 1, 20263 adults1 child

Richard with Tops Charter was an awesome choice to lead us on a day of fishing. We caught quite a variety of fish within the first hour. He was very attentive and accommodating to what we wanted to catch. He took good care of us on the boat and made sure we had everything we needed. We ended up taking home 4 different kinds of fish home and had a delicious dinner. It was a good fun day of fishing.

Reported catch:
Snook
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Response from Captain

Misty, it was an absolute pleasure having you and your family on the boat today enjoyed a great conversation and we had a good time fishing, have a safe trip home

Carter Payne
Carter Payne
us
New York, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great time, book this trip!
Short Day Trip – Saltwater - 2:00 PM on April 11, 20262 adults2 children

My family and I had a great time fishing with Tops Charters! Captain Richard was patient and helpful to both of my kids (8 and 11). Everything we needed was provided on a clean spacious boat. We caught several species of fish and Captain Richard kept us moving to give us the best odds of finding more. My kids really enjoyed this and cant wait to book with Tops Charters again!

Reported catch:
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Response from Captain

it was my pleasure to have you and your wonderful family on the boat.

Mollie Renteria
Mollie Renteria
us
Texas, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Cpt. Richard was awesome!
Short Day Trip – Saltwater on April 16, 20263 adults

well we didnt catch all the fish we wanted, but thoroughly enjoyed capt. richards company! the weather was beautiful and it was nice to get out on the water! most of our catches were small or trash fish, but we did come home with a few! highly recommend this trip!

Matthew Mandola
Matthew Mandola
Repeat angler
us
Florida, US
Member since 2023
4 trips
5.0
Verified
New
Had a great time!
Short Day Trip – Saltwater - 2:00 PM on June 14, 20262 adults

Bite was slow, but still caught a few! Enjoyed the day! Thanks again Captain Richard!

Reported catch:
Redfish
Flounder
Response from Captain

ty for the kind words and tell Melanie she aboalutly rocked it… 

Trip availability and prices

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Short Day Trip – Saltwater
4 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 2:00 PM)
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US $400
Entire boat: 2 people
Scalloping 01 July - 24 September
5 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
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US $450
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half Day Trip – Saltwater (6 hrs)
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
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US $600
Entire boat: 2 people
Full Day Trip – Saltwater (8 hrs)
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
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US $800
Entire boat: 2 people
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Customer reviews

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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (13)

All reviews (11)

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Showing 15 of 11 reviews
Barry Lingelbach
Barry Lingelbach
us
Florida, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Richard
Short Day Trip – Saltwater - 2:00 PM on March 20, 20262 adults

The trip was a good trip. Mother nature wasn’t cooperating at all, but the captain did the best he could to try to find us multiple spots that we could catch fish very amiable captain had a good day, even withoutcatching a lot of fish I would use him again without even a second thought. as for future charters from other folks, they just have to remember it’s called fishing for a reason not catching captain does the best he can to put your own fish but if they’re not biting, they’re not biting.

Response from Captain

Ty for the kind words, it was an absolute pleasure to have you and your brother on the boat.

Misty Linfoot
Misty Linfoot
us
Wyoming, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Variety of fish!
Short Day Trip – Saltwater on April 1, 20263 adults1 child

Richard with Tops Charter was an awesome choice to lead us on a day of fishing. We caught quite a variety of fish within the first hour. He was very attentive and accommodating to what we wanted to catch. He took good care of us on the boat and made sure we had everything we needed. We ended up taking home 4 different kinds of fish home and had a delicious dinner. It was a good fun day of fishing.

Reported catch:
Snook
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Response from Captain

Misty, it was an absolute pleasure having you and your family on the boat today enjoyed a great conversation and we had a good time fishing, have a safe trip home

Carter Payne
Carter Payne
us
New York, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great time, book this trip!
Short Day Trip – Saltwater - 2:00 PM on April 11, 20262 adults2 children

My family and I had a great time fishing with Tops Charters! Captain Richard was patient and helpful to both of my kids (8 and 11). Everything we needed was provided on a clean spacious boat. We caught several species of fish and Captain Richard kept us moving to give us the best odds of finding more. My kids really enjoyed this and cant wait to book with Tops Charters again!

Reported catch:
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Response from Captain

it was my pleasure to have you and your wonderful family on the boat.

Mollie Renteria
Mollie Renteria
us
Texas, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Cpt. Richard was awesome!
Short Day Trip – Saltwater on April 16, 20263 adults

well we didnt catch all the fish we wanted, but thoroughly enjoyed capt. richards company! the weather was beautiful and it was nice to get out on the water! most of our catches were small or trash fish, but we did come home with a few! highly recommend this trip!

Matthew Mandola
Matthew Mandola
Repeat angler
us
Florida, US
Member since 2023
4 trips
5.0
Verified
New
Had a great time!
Short Day Trip – Saltwater - 2:00 PM on June 14, 20262 adults

Bite was slow, but still caught a few! Enjoyed the day! Thanks again Captain Richard!

Reported catch:
Redfish
Flounder
Response from Captain

ty for the kind words and tell Melanie she aboalutly rocked it… 

FAQs about Tops Charters

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2004
Boat manufacturer
Triton
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Honda
Powered by
1 x 225HP
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