Saltwater Junkie Fishing And Scalloping 

4.9
(46 reviews)
 Frank Pate Park, Port St. Joe, FL 32456, United States

Saltwater Junkie Fishing And Scalloping 

Port St. Joe, FL, United States
24 ft
6
4.9
(46 reviews)

Saltwater Junkie Fishing Charters is ready to take you on an adventure in St. Joe Bay. Operated by Capt. Cole, a 3rd generation captain, born and raised fishing St. Joe Bay.

Depending on the time of year, you might hook into Speckled Trout, Redfish, Flounder, Pompano, TripleTail, Black Drum, Mangrove Snapper, Sheepshead and Spanish Mackerel. Based on the species you're after, you may find yourself light tackle fishing, or maybe something more hands on like scalloping. Capt. Cole can also take you Flounder gigging.

Planning a family adventure? Kids are absolutely welcome! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board. Also remember to bring snacks to maintain your energy throughout the trip!

Your vessel for the day is a 24' Blazer Bay boat with capacity for 6 passengers. It comes with all the essentials. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, along with lures. Live bait is on offer, but it's good to ask about this so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, so you can drive right over and come aboard without any hassle! Keep in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.

It's always wise to bring sunscreen (non-spray), sunglasses, and bottled water. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

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

Saltwater Junkie Fishing Charters is ready to take you on an adventure in St. Joe Bay. Operated by Capt. Cole, a 3rd generation captain, born and raised fishing St. Joe Bay.

Depending on the time of year, you might hook into Speckled Trout, Redfish, Flounder, Pompano, TripleTail, Black Drum, Mangrove Snapper, Sheepshead and Spanish Mackerel. Based on the species you're after, you may find yourself light tackle fishing, or maybe something more hands on like scalloping. Capt. Cole can also take you Flounder gigging.

Planning a family adventure? Kids are absolutely welcome! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board. Also remember to bring snacks to maintain your energy throughout the trip!

Your vessel for the day is a 24' Blazer Bay boat with capacity for 6 passengers. It comes with all the essentials. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, along with lures. Live bait is on offer, but it's good to ask about this so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, so you can drive right over and come aboard without any hassle! Keep in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.

It's always wise to bring sunscreen (non-spray), sunglasses, and bottled water. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

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

Cole Thursby
Captain
Cole Thursby

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4 Hour Trip –Scalloping (AM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Aug 16 - Sep 24
Scallop
US $600
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Redfish
Flounder
Speckled Trout
US $600
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip – Scalloping (PM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip starts at 3:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Aug 16 - Sep 24
Scallop
US $600
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip (PM)
In high demand Last booked: 1 day ago
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip starts at 3:00 PM
Redfish
Flounder
Speckled Trout
US $600
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Redfish
Flounder
Speckled Trout
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip – Scalloping
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Aug 16 - Sep 24
Scallop
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (39)

What anglers say

98%
Recommended
96%
Caught fish

Reviews (46)

  • Kelli Daly
    Kelli Daly
    us
    Chicago, IL, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Vacation Highlight!

    4 Hour Trip (AM) on June 13, 2026 • 6 adults • 4 children

    This was our favorite thing we did the entire vacation! All 4 of our boys absolutely loved it. I had no idea what to expect, especially because we had little to no fishing experience. Cole was an amazing Captain and helped us with everything. We all caught so many fish (redfish and speckled trout) there was never a dull moment. The youngest boys learned to cast really far. We got a great tour of the area. Captain Cole even cleaned our fish and delivered it to us at the resort afterwards. Do not miss out on this excursion! This is a must do!!!

  • James Tucker
    James Tucker
    Repeat angler
    us
    Georgia, US
    Member since 2022
    3 trips
    4.7
    Verified

    Tough weather, but great time!

    4 Hour Trip (PM) on August 20, 2026 • 2 adults

    Our Captain and guide was Cole! A young buck but one of the most laid back and knowledgeable young men I have ever fished with! We had some rough weather roll in right as we started getting bites. Cole kept us on the fish until the sea's just kicked our ass! Cole pulled unto the canal to fish and ride out the rough sea's. Most guides would have called it a day. Once the weather improved, he put us back on the fish. Dispite bad weather we still caught our limit in Reds!! Reds, Triple tail, Flounder, and Trout with 2 to 3 ft sea swells. Awesome time! Every Captain has stories but as a 4th generation fisherman, Cole had many! Yes most were about his Dad, Uncle, and Grandfather, but great fishermens tells non the less. He will be my go to any time I'm at Port St. Joe for sure.

  • Will Statz
    Will Statz
    us
    Sarasota, FL, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Amazing trip!! Knowledgeable/personable guide!!

    4 Hour Trip (AM) on September 2, 2026 • 6 adults

    Cole was awesome, patient when we were a little bit late. Took care of all six of us, got us on to some big fish. Will absolutely be reaching out next time we’re in town. Thank you!

  • Kylea Vohlken
    Kylea Vohlken
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Best trip EVER!

    4 Hour Trip (AM) on June 10, 2026 • 6 adults • 1 child

    Cole, the guide, was AMAZING! Super friendly and helpful. We had a great time. Caught a variety of fish, crabs, and even a shark! Highly recommend. We will be back! We had adults and kids. The trip was perfect for all ages. He even supplied drinks if you absolutely needed! You won’t regret booking with him.

  • William O'Kelley
    William O'Kelley
    us
    Georgia, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Great trip and great company

    4 Hour Trip (AM) on September 10, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 child

    We put fish in the boat (Big Fish)! Captian Cole was awesome and made the trip very enjoyable. we outfished everyone around us, all thanks to the Cap!

  • Karl Lewis
    Karl Lewis
    Repeat angler
    us
    Tennessee, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Capt Cole is the best!

    4 Hour Trip (AM) on August 7, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

    What a great day of fishing on St Joe Bay! Capt. Cole was prepped and ready at 7am and had everything we needed for an awesome experience. I took my 12 yr old son and Capt Cole was great with him all day. A true professional guide that we will book again.

  • Benjamin Dunlap
    Benjamin Dunlap
    us
    Missouri, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great experiance!!!

    4 Hour Trip (PM) on June 11, 2026 • 6 adults • 2 children

    Cole was an excellent Captain. He was very knowledgeable and kept all six of us baited with a pole in the water. He was great with our kids. We caught lots of fish the whole trip including 2 giant redfish.

  • Kenneth Swinney
    Kenneth Swinney
    us
    Alabama, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    great trip.

    4 Hour Trip (AM) on July 10, 2026 • 5 adults

    Great trip. everyone caught fish. took home our limit of red fish. had fun catching 3 sharks. Captain Thursby was knowledgeable about the area and friendly.

  • Ryan Sharpe
    Ryan Sharpe
    us
    Tennessee, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    was awesome

    4 Hour Trip (PM) on July 2, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

    Was my sons first saltwater fishing trip he loved it, we caught lots of hard fighting fish. Captain Cole was great and very determined to get us on some good fish.

  • Sherman Neal
    Sherman Neal
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Trip

    4 Hour Trip (PM) on July 28, 2026 • 6 adults • 4 children

    Cole was a great captain, patient with us, and worked really well with the kids Highly recommend.

Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (39)

What anglers say

98%
Recommended
96%
Caught fish

All reviews (46)

Showing 15 of 46 reviews
Kelli Daly
Kelli Daly
us
Chicago, IL, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Vacation Highlight!
4 Hour Trip (AM) on June 13, 20262 adults4 children

This was our favorite thing we did the entire vacation! All 4 of our boys absolutely loved it. I had no idea what to expect, especially because we had little to no fishing experience. Cole was an amazing Captain and helped us with everything. We all caught so many fish (redfish and speckled trout) there was never a dull moment. The youngest boys learned to cast really far. We got a great tour of the area. Captain Cole even cleaned our fish and delivered it to us at the resort afterwards. Do not miss out on this excursion! This is a must do!!!

Reported catch:
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Cole Thursby
Response from Captain

Thanks Kelli! Y’all were a fun group and glad to put y’all on some good fish! I hope to see y’all again in the future!

James Tucker
James Tucker
Repeat angler
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2022
3 trips
4.7
Verified
Tough weather, but great time!
4 Hour Trip (PM) on August 20, 20262 adults

Our Captain and guide was Cole! A young buck but one of the most laid back and knowledgeable young men I have ever fished with! We had some rough weather roll in right as we started getting bites. Cole kept us on the fish until the sea's just kicked our ass! Cole pulled unto the canal to fish and ride out the rough sea's. Most guides would have called it a day. Once the weather improved, he put us back on the fish. Dispite bad weather we still caught our limit in Reds!! Reds, Triple tail, Flounder, and Trout with 2 to 3 ft sea swells. Awesome time! Every Captain has stories but as a 4th generation fisherman, Cole had many! Yes most were about his Dad, Uncle, and Grandfather, but great fishermens tells non the less. He will be my go to any time I'm at Port St. Joe for sure.

Reported catch:
Redfish
Flounder
Speckled Trout
Matt Giberson
Matt Giberson
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Capt Cole is the man!
4 Hour Trip (PM) on August 5, 20265 adults

Booked our first inshore charter with Captain Cole. It did not disappoint. He got us catching some fish right away. Anytme the fishing slowed, he took us to another location. We fished multiple locations across entire bay. Cole was very knowledgeable being he and his family have lived in the area for generations. Awesome guy, highly recommend! We will definitely call Cole when we go back again!

Cole Thursby
Response from Captain

Thank you Matt, I appreciate that! I enjoyed having y’all, Im glad y’all had a great time!

Ernie Milteer
Ernie Milteer
us
Tennessee, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great Father and Son Outing!
4 Hour Trip (PM) on June 26, 20262 adults

I had asked Cole to put my son on a hog for my son, he did not disappoint. he even topped of a bucket list for me. We didn’t spend all day jetting around the the bay but targeted producing areas. Could not keep but 2 red fish hogs, but we kept on catching and releasing. A memorable time for me to share with my son. Thank you Captain Cole! Ernie & Taylor

Reported catch:
Redfish
Cole Thursby
Response from Captain

Thank you Ernie! I had a great time with you and your son, I’m glad I could put y’all on some good fish. I hope to take y’all again soon!

Will Statz
Will Statz
us
Sarasota, FL, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Amazing trip!! Knowledgeable/personable guide!!
4 Hour Trip (AM) on September 2, 20266 adults

Cole was awesome, patient when we were a little bit late. Took care of all six of us, got us on to some big fish. Will absolutely be reaching out next time we’re in town. Thank you!

Reported catch:
Redfish
Cole Thursby
Response from Captain

Thank you Will, I appreciate it. Y’all were a fun group, looking forward to next trip!

FAQs about Saltwater Junkie Fishing And Scalloping

Saltwater Junkie Fishing And Scalloping offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $600 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Scalloping (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 4 Hour Trip –Scalloping (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 4 Hour Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 4 Hour Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Scalloping (8 hours)
Trips booked with Saltwater Junkie Fishing And Scalloping include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Not included in the trip, bait is caught prior to trip. Included in overall price.)
  • Lures
  • Fishing license (Included in the trip price and they cover all guests.)
Saltwater Junkie Fishing And Scalloping offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Flats fishing
Saltwater Junkie Fishing And Scalloping offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Flounder gigging
Top targeted fish species with Saltwater Junkie Fishing And Scalloping include:
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Scallop
  • Speckled Trout

Your captain

Cole Thursby
Cole Thursby

Port St. Joe, Florida, United States

46 Customer reviews
Typical response within 1 hour
Member since August 2025

Capt. Cole is experienced in navigating the waters of Port St. Joe, Florida and is ready to take you on a fishing excursion. Keep your eyes peeled for Speckled Trout, Flounder and Redfish as you try your hand at gigging, and more. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

Cole Thursby
Cole Thursby
46
reviews
2025
member since
~2h
response
Capt. Cole is experienced in navigating the waters of Port St. Joe, Florida and is ready to take you on a fishing excursion. Keep your eyes peeled for Speckled Trout, Flounder and Redfish as you try your hand at gigging, and more. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

The fish you can target

Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Scallop
Scallop
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Scallop
Scallop
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout

Real catches by this captain

  • Amazing trip!! Knowledgeable/personable guide!!
    Will S.
    Will S.
  • Great experience for my kids!
    J S.
    J S.
  • Family enjoyed trip. Caught fish!
    Deborah H.
    Deborah H.
  • Vacation Highlight!
    Kelli D.
    Kelli D.
  • Great experiance!!!
    Benjamin D.
    Benjamin D.
  • Best trip EVER!
    Kylea V.
    Kylea V.
  • October fishing trip
    John F.
    John F.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2011
Boat manufacturer
Blazer Bay
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 250HP

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Flats Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Flounder Gigging

Which amenities are available onboard

What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Not included in the trip, bait is caught prior to trip. Included in overall price.
Lures
Fishing license
Included in the trip price and they cover all guests.

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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup included in price
Transfer from hotels or jetties in Port St. Joe to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Child friendly
No age limits.
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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

What’s biting in Port St. Joe right now

FlounderFlounder
RedfishRedfish
ScallopScallop
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

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