East Pass Inshore Charters is a locally owned and operated business, offering private fishing charters out of Destin, FL. Capt. Jonathan Goodhart has fished the local waters for over 25 years and always wants to make your fishing experience as fun, safe, and memorable as possible. Whether you’re a beginner or a more experienced angler, you’ll have a day to remember with EPICharters. Capt. Jonathan is also very good with kids and always tries his best for every kid to get a chance at catching the fish of their dreams.

Each trip consists of fun action-packed fishing on a Cape Horn fishing boat that is a 22’ center console, powered by a 300 HP Suzuki engine and accommodating up to 6 guests. It features life jackets, GPS, a fishfinder, a live bait tank, an ice-box for your catch, a cooler to keep drinks and snacks cold, along with a trolling motor which allows you to fish more difficult spots around surrounding bridges and structure.

Capt. Jonathan and his crew are very familiar with the local waters as they have fished in them for over 25 years and they always put 100% effort in trying to make your day on the water a special one. They fish in the bayous and bay flats along with gulf trips when the weather is nice. The bay areas consist of fish like Redfish, Bluefish, Speckled Trout, and Flounder. While fishing in the gulf when the weather permits you can target Vermillion and Red Snapper, Kingfish, Triggerfish, Grouper, Amberjack, and Shark along with other reef fish!

The EPICharters crew provides you with rods, reels, and tackle, as well as live bait when fishing techniques require it. Along with everything you need to fish they also include fishing licenses for everyone on the charter so your only worry is what to eat and drink while spending your day on the water. After a great day of fishing, the crew is also always happy to clean and fillet your catch once back at the dock!

Book a trip with EPICharters today and come explore these beautiful waters!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    3 Hour Trip (AM) – Spring
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - May 31
    US $390
    Our fishing trips consist of inshore fishing the flats and surrounding bayous or bridges for Redfish and Trout. Also fishing the jetties for Mangrove Snapper, Redfish, and the occasional Shark.
  • Private trip
    3 Hour Trip (PM) – Spring
    In demand! Last booked: 4 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - May 31
    US $390
    Our fishing trips consist of inshore fishing the flats and surrounding bayous or bridges for Redfish and Trout. Also fishing the jettys for Mangrove Snapper, Redfish, and the occasional Shark.
  • Private trip
    3 Hour Trip (AM) – Fall
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Sep 7 - Nov 30
    US $420
    Our fishing trips consist of inshore fishing the flats and surrounding bayous or bridges for Redfish and Trout. Also fishing the jettys for Mangrove Snapper, Redfish, and the occasional Shark.
  • Private trip
    3 Hour Trip (AM) – Winter
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Dec 1 - Feb 28
    US $420
    The 3-hour trips consist of fishing inshore bridges and flats for Speckled trout, Redfish, and Mangrove Snappers. We also offer nearshore trips bottom fishing for Red and Vermillion Snapper along with Triggerfish, Amberjack, and King Mackerel when the weather permits which makes a really fun trip for kids and adults alike.
  • Private trip
    3 Hour Trip (PM) – Fall
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Sep 7 - Nov 30
    US $420
    Our fishing trips consist of inshore fishing the flats and surrounding bayous or bridges for Redfish and Trout. Also fishing the jettys for Mangrove Snapper, Redfish, and the occasional Shark.
  • Private trip
    3 Hour Trip (PM) – Winter
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Dec 1 - Feb 28
    US $420
    The 3-hour trips consist of fishing inshore bridges and flats for Speckled trout, Redfish, and Mangrove Snappers. We also offer nearshore trips bottom fishing for Red and Vermillion Snapper along with Triggerfish, Amberjack, and King Mackerel when the weather permits which makes a really fun trip for kids and adults alike.
  • Private trip
    3 Hour Trip (AM) – Summer
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Sep 6
    US $480
    Our fishing trips consist of inshore fishing the flats and surrounding bayous or bridges for Redfish and Trout. Also fishing the jetties for Mangrove Snapper, Redfish, and the occasional Shark.
  • Private trip
    3 Hour Trip (PM) – Summer
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Sep 6
    US $480
    Our fishing trips consist of inshore fishing the flats and surrounding bayous or bridges for Redfish and Trout. Also fishing the jettys for Mangrove Snapper, Redfish, and the occasional Shark.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (AM) –Spring
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - May 31
    US $520
    On the offshore trip (when the weather is nice) we will fish for Snapper, Grouper, or Amberjack. When fishing inshore in the flats and surrounding bayous, you will target Redfish and Trout.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (PM) –Spring
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - May 31
    US $520
    On the offshore trip (when the weather is nice) we will fish for Snapper, Grouper, or Amberjack. When fishing inshore in the flats and surrounding bayous, you will target Redfish and Trout.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (AM) – Fall
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Sep 7 - Nov 30
    US $560
    On the offshore trip (when the weather is nice) we will fish for Snapper, Grouper, or Amberjack. When fishing inshore in the flats and surrounding bayous, you will target Redfish and Trout.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (AM) – Winter
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Dec 1 - Feb 28
    US $560
    On the offshore trip (when the weather is nice) we will fish for Snapper, Grouper, or Amberjack. When fishing inshore in the flats and surrounding bayous, you will target Redfish and Trout.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (PM) – Fall
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Sep 7 - Nov 30
    US $560
    On the offshore trip (when the weather is nice) we will fish for Snapper, Grouper, or Amberjack. When fishing inshore in the flats and surrounding bayous, you will target Redfish and Trout.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (PM) – Winter
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Dec 1 - Feb 28
    US $560
    On the offshore trip (when the weather is nice) we will fish for Snapper, Grouper, or Amberjack. When fishing inshore in the flats and surrounding bayous, you will target Redfish and Trout.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (AM) –Summer
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Sep 6
    US $640
    On the offshore trip (when the weather is nice) we will fish for Snapper, Grouper, or Amberjack. When fishing inshore in the flats and surrounding bayous, you will target Redfish and Trout.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (PM) –Summer
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Sep 6
    US $640
    On the offshore trip (when the weather is nice) we will fish for Snapper, Grouper, or Amberjack. When fishing inshore in the flats and surrounding bayous, you will target Redfish and Trout.
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip (AM) – Spring
    In demand! Last booked: 4 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - May 31
    US $650
    This trip is ideal if you are into getting more out of your offshore trip when the weather permits it. Targeted species are Snapper, Amberjack, Mackerel, Mahi Mahi, or Grouper. If we stay inshore, fishing in the flats and surrounding bayous we will target Trout, Redfish, Bluefish, and Skipjack.
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip (PM) – Spring
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - May 31
    US $650
    This trip is ideal if you are into getting more out of your offshore trip when the weather permits it. Targeted species are Snapper, Amberjack, Mackerel, Mahi Mahi, or Grouper. If we stay inshore, fishing in the flats and surrounding bayous we will target Trout, Redfish, Bluefish, and Skipjack.
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip (AM) – Fall
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Sep 7 - Dec 31
    US $700
    This trip is ideal if you are into getting more out of your offshore trip when the weather permits it. Targeted species are Snapper, Amberjack, Mackerel, Mahi Mahi, or Grouper. If we stay inshore, fishing in the flats and surrounding bayous we will target Trout, Redfish, Bluefish, and Skipjack.
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip (AM) – Winter
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Dec 1 - Feb 28
    US $700
    This trip is ideal if you are into getting more out of your offshore trip when the weather permits it. Targeted species are Snapper, Amberjack, Mackerel, Mahi Mahi, or Grouper. If we stay inshore, fishing in the flats and surrounding bayous we will target Trout, Redfish, Bluefish, and Skipjack.
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip (PM) – Fall
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Sep 7 - Dec 31
    US $700
    This trip is ideal if you are into getting more out of your offshore trip when the weather permits it. Targeted species are Snapper, Amberjack, Mackerel, Mahi Mahi, or Grouper. If we stay inshore, fishing in the flats and surrounding bayous we will target Trout, Redfish, Bluefish, and Skipjack.
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip (PM) – Winter
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Dec 1 - Feb 28
    US $700
    This trip is ideal if you are into getting more out of your Offshore trip when the weather permits it. Targeted species are Snapper, Amberjack, Mackerel, Mahi Mahi, or Groupers. If we stay inshore, fishing in the flats and surrounding bayous we will target Trout, Redfish, Bluefish, and Skipjack.
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip (AM) – Summer
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Sep 6
    US $800
    This trip is ideal if you are into getting more out of your offshore trip when the weather permits it. Targeted species are Snapper, Amberjack, Mackerel, Mahi Mahi, or Grouper. If we stay inshore, fishing in the flats and surrounding bayous we will target Trout, Redfish, Bluefish, and Skipjack.
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip (PM) – Summer
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Sep 6
    US $800
    This trip is ideal if you are into getting more out of your offshore trip when the weather permits it. Targeted species are Snapper, Amberjack, Mackerel, Mahi Mahi, or Grouper. If we stay inshore, fishing in the flats and surrounding bayous we will target Trout, Redfish, Bluefish, and Skipjack.
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FAQs about East Pass Inshore Charters

East Pass Inshore Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $390 per group, additional US $125 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hour Trip (AM) – Spring (3 hours)
  • US $390 per group, additional US $125 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hour Trip (PM) – Spring (3 hours)
  • US $420 per group, additional US $125 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hour Trip (AM) – Fall (3 hours)
  • US $420 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hour Trip (AM) – Winter (3 hours)
  • US $420 per group, additional US $125 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hour Trip (PM) – Fall (3 hours)
  • US $420 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hour Trip (PM) – Winter (3 hours)
  • US $480 per group, additional US $125 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hour Trip (AM) – Summer (3 hours)
  • US $480 per group, additional US $125 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hour Trip (PM) – Summer (3 hours)
  • US $520 per group, additional US $125 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip (AM) –Spring (4 hours)
  • US $520 per group, additional US $125 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip (PM) –Spring (4 hours)
  • US $560 per group, additional US $125 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip (AM) – Fall (4 hours)
  • US $560 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip (AM) – Winter (4 hours)
  • US $560 per group, additional US $125 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip (PM) – Fall (4 hours)
  • US $560 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip (PM) – Winter (4 hours)
  • US $640 per group, additional US $125 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip (AM) –Summer (4 hours)
  • US $640 per group, additional US $125 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip (PM) –Summer (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $125 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip (AM) – Spring (5 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $125 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip (PM) – Spring (5 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $125 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip (AM) – Fall (5 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip (AM) – Winter (5 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $125 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip (PM) – Fall (5 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip (PM) – Winter (5 hours)
  • US $800 per group, additional US $125 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip (AM) – Summer (5 hours)
  • US $800 per group, additional US $125 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip (PM) – Summer (5 hours)

When you book a trip with East Pass Inshore Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Multimedia System
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with East Pass Inshore Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks (Cold bottled water. )
  • Fishing License

East Pass Inshore Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

East Pass Inshore Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Bowfishing
  • Flounder Gigging
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with East Pass Inshore Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Black Drum
  • Bluefish
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Spanish Mackerel (Narrow-barred)
  • Speckled Trout

Meet the Captain

Jonathan Goodhart
Destin, Florida, United States
3 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
655 Customer reviews
Response time 3 hours
Member since September 2016
I’m a local to The area born in fort Walton beach, Florida. I have been fishing the area’s waters for over 20 years, and Fishing was always a passion of mine growing up and being able to share that passion on the water with the opportunity to make ever lasting memories with all ages is a very rewarding job that I enjoy very much.

About this listing

Targeted species

Amberjack Amberjack
Black Drum Black Drum
Bluefish Bluefish
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)

Boat specs

Cape Horn (Center console) originally built in 2004. Powered by a 300HP Suzuki engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 45 knots.

Length
22 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Bowfishing
Flounder Gigging
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Multimedia System
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Cold bottled water.
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

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.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

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
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 655 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
95%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
89%
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Wendy D.
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Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip (AM) – Summer on August 4, 2023
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Charlie W.
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VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip (PM) – Summer on July 27, 2023
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Jesse W.
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Amazing experiences with a great captain

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (PM) – Winter on December 23, 2023
We have fished with Goody many times and every time he does not disappoint. He will tell you what it takes to catch the fish...
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Johny L.
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Inshore three hour trip

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip (PM) – Spring on April 3, 2023
We had a wonderful time today bonding over fishing. The captain could not have been better with my son. My son had the time...
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Great Trip!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) – Winter on December 4, 2023
Booked an off season trip and had a great time!  First time experiencing Florida fishing and the captain put us on the fish...
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