Florida Reels Fishing Charters – RN 

4.8
(32 reviews)
 
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 Destiny Drive 611, Ruskin, FL 33570, United States–

Florida Reels Fishing Charters – RN 

Ruskin, FL, United States
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21 ft
4
4.8
(32 reviews)

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Florida Reels Fishing Charters offers exciting inshore trips in Tampa, Florida. Tampa Bay holds some of the world's most pristine waters and is home to many species of sport fish. It is located on the west coast of Florida, a short 80 minutes away from popular theme parks located in Orlando. Captain Christopher Taylor invites you to partake in a fishing experience that is sure to make memories that will last.

You will fish aboard Captain Christopher's 21' Clearwater center console originally built in 2019 with a capacity for up to 4 guests. The vessel is very fast being powered by a 115 HP Suzuki engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 45 knots. You will find a GPS and a fishfinder on board which both help with locating productive spots, all the safety features including life jackets, flares, and a CPR-trained crew. The boat features a livewell that holds the bait and an icebox for your catch.

Captain Christopher will take you fishing in the inshore waters as well as the flats and backcountry of Tampa. There, you can target Redfish which is available year-round, Trout, Tarpon, and Snook. There are other species such as Shark which can occasionally bite your bait. You will mostly use light tackle and spinning techniques to target your fish.

Florida Reels Fishing Charters will include all the fishing gear such as rods, reels, tackle, baits, and ice on your trips. The vessel is also licensed, so all you have to bring is some food and water for the day and enjoy yourself. Captain Christopher can clean and fillet your catch which you can take home for a delicious dinner.

Florida Reels Fishing Charters facilitates a very positive family-friendly environment so book one of the trips offered below and come enjoy some quality time on the water!

Florida Reels Fishing Charters offers exciting inshore trips in Tampa, Florida. Tampa Bay holds some of the world's most pristine waters and is home to many species of sport fish. It is located on the west coast of Florida, a short 80 minutes away from popular theme parks located in Orlando. Captain Christopher Taylor invites you to partake in a fishing experience that is sure to make memories that will last.

You will fish aboard Captain Christopher's 21' Clearwater center console originally built in 2019 with a capacity for up to 4 guests. The vessel is very fast being powered by a 115 HP Suzuki engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 45 knots. You will find a GPS and a fishfinder on board which both help with locating productive spots, all the safety features including life jackets, flares, and a CPR-trained crew. The boat features a livewell that holds the bait and an icebox for your catch.

Captain Christopher will take you fishing in the inshore waters as well as the flats and backcountry of Tampa. There, you can target Redfish which is available year-round, Trout, Tarpon, and Snook. There are other species such as Shark which can occasionally bite your bait. You will mostly use light tackle and spinning techniques to target your fish.

Florida Reels Fishing Charters will include all the fishing gear such as rods, reels, tackle, baits, and ice on your trips. The vessel is also licensed, so all you have to bring is some food and water for the day and enjoy yourself. Captain Christopher can clean and fillet your catch which you can take home for a delicious dinner.

Florida Reels Fishing Charters facilitates a very positive family-friendly environment so book one of the trips offered below and come enjoy some quality time on the water!

Christopher Taylor
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Christopher Taylor
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4 Hour Trip–Inshore (7AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Cobia
Snook
Tarpon
Redfish
+3
US $500
Entire boat: 2 people
4 Hour–Inshore (11:30AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 11:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Jul 15
Cobia
Snook
Tarpon
Redfish
+3
US $500
Entire boat: 2 people

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Rating

4.8
32 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (22)

What anglers say

94%
Recommended
94%
Caught fish

Reviews (32)

  • Joseph Croce
    Joseph Croce
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    great half day out on the water!

    4 Hour Trip–Inshore (7AM) on April 16, 2026 • 4 adults

    captain Christopher certainly knew the spots ! our foursome caught 35 fish, 8 keepers. great time. cant wait to go again.

  • Andrew Smethers
    Andrew Smethers
    us
    Indiana, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Family Trip

    4 Hour Trip–Inshore (7AM) on April 2, 2026 • 4 adults

    Took my son and dad and had a great time. Definitely recommend!

  • Steve Murray
    Steve Murray
    Repeat angler
    us
    New Jersey, US
    Member since 2018
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Poor Sarah…

    4 Hour Trip–Inshore (7AM) on March 7, 2025 • 3 adults

    Captain Chris was very knowledgeable of the area and put us on fish almost immediately. He was courteous and considerate of my two young adult daughters and made everyone feel at ease. We even got to eat our catch almost immediately at the restaurant where the dock is…Can’t go wrong with Captain. Chris Taylor….but poor Sarah…fishing is not her thing :-)

  • Braxton Russell
    Braxton Russell
    Repeat angler
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2023
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Last second trip; lots of fish.

    4 Hour–Inshore (11:30AM) on May 30, 2024 • 2 adults

    Booked this trip the day before. My two sons and I caught loads of speckled trout and a jack which was cool. Saw plenty of wildlife including a leaping devil ray and a very large lemon shark.

  • Jay Souza
    Jay Souza
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    1/2 Day with Captain Chris

    Half Day Trip on July 22, 2022 • 2 adults

    Great time and experience. Would go again!

  • Brantley Zachary
    Brantley Zachary
    Member since 2021
    5.0

    Half Day trip with Captain Chris

    Half Day Trip on April 28, 2021

    Awesome captain. He was very pleasant, social, and very patient with my 2 young sons. Would recommend to anyone that ask. Beautiful day on the water and very fun trip!

  • John J Cataldo
    John J Cataldo
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2018
    5.0
    Verified

    Half Day Trip with Captain Taylor

    Half Day Trip on February 2, 2018 • 3 adults

    Captain Taylor had plenty of knowledge on the area we were fishing. You wouldn't wait for more than 10-15 minutes in between catches. He set us up with great tackle and the equipment got the job done every time. He was very friendly to talk to. He was great with working with anyone from a non-experienced to veteran fisherman. He took time to edit the photos of what we caught and they came out beautifully. Overall we had a great time and we'd certainly book with him again.

  • Gary Hazellief
    Gary Hazellief
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2020
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Christopher

    Half Day Trip on July 19, 2020 • 2 adults • 1 child
  • Perry Iasiello
    Perry Iasiello
    Repeat angler
    us
    New Jersey, US
    Member since 2019
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Half day Capt Taylor

    Half Day Trip on April 25, 2019 • 2 adults

    Great day with an experienced guide. Capt Taylor is about bringing families together on the water. Highest of recommendation.

  • Eric Dunkum
    Eric Dunkum
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2019
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Christopher

    Half Day Trip on May 3, 2019 • 2 adults

    Captain Chris put us right on the snook and we started catching them immediately. Great experience.

Rating

4.8
32 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (22)

What anglers say

94%
Recommended
94%
Caught fish

All reviews (32)

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Logan McLaughlin
Logan McLaughlin
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great trip!
2 Hour Trip (AM) Inshore on April 29, 2026 • 2 adults

Captain was great, knowledgeable, and easy to talk too. Booked last second (within 12 hours) and got us in. We nearly limited out in 1 1/2 hours. Overall, couldnt recommend him any more!

Reported catch:
Speckled Trout
Joseph Croce
Joseph Croce
us
New York, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
great half day out on the water!
4 Hour Trip–Inshore (7AM) on April 16, 2026 • 4 adults

captain Christopher certainly knew the spots ! our foursome caught 35 fish, 8 keepers. great time. cant wait to go again.

Reported catch:
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Andrew Smethers
Andrew Smethers
us
Indiana, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great Family Trip
4 Hour Trip–Inshore (7AM) on April 2, 2026 • 4 adults

Took my son and dad and had a great time. Definitely recommend!

Steve Murray
Steve Murray
Repeat angler
us
New Jersey, US
Member since 2018
4 trips
5.0
Verified
Poor Sarah…
4 Hour Trip–Inshore (7AM) on March 7, 2025 • 3 adults

Captain Chris was very knowledgeable of the area and put us on fish almost immediately. He was courteous and considerate of my two young adult daughters and made everyone feel at ease. We even got to eat our catch almost immediately at the restaurant where the dock is…Can’t go wrong with Captain. Chris Taylor….but poor Sarah…fishing is not her thing :-)

Reported catch:
Speckled Trout
Tom Kitson
Tom Kitson
Repeat angler
us
New York, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Coming again.
4 Hour–Inshore (11:30AM) on April 4, 2025 • 3 adults

Fun day with my brothers, Caught many fish but not all keepers. Book it and go have fun!

FAQs about Florida Reels Fishing Charters – RN

Florida Reels Fishing Charters – RN offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip–Inshore (7AM) (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour–Inshore (11:30AM) (4 hours)
When you book a trip with Florida Reels Fishing Charters – RN, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Florida Reels Fishing Charters – RN include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing license
Florida Reels Fishing Charters – RN offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing
  • Lake fishing
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Florida Reels Fishing Charters – RN offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly fishing
  • Drift fishing
  • Kite fishing
  • Handline
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Florida Reels Fishing Charters – RN include:
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Snook
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon

Your captain

Christopher Taylor
Christopher Taylor
Ruskin, Florida, United States
8 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
199 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since September 2015
Captain Christopher Taylor is a Florida native and a US Coast Guard Licensed Captain who is Certified by the International Game Fish Association (IGFA), and an active member of the Boca Grande Fishing Guides Association (BGFGA). He grew up experiencing everything the Tampa Bay and Boca Grande areas have to offer: from the beautiful Gulf beaches to the excellent fishing. Feel free to ask the captain about anything you may see on your trip as he will be glad to share information that he has learned over the many years of fishing and living in Tampa Bay and Boca Grande. From Florida wildlife, birds, and fish, to historical landmarks and areas. Captain Christopher Taylor will entertain you with the natural resources provided by mother nature herself and simply make up every fishing trip. The captain can also offer great suggestions on restaurants and hotels.
Christopher Taylor
Christopher Taylor
Fully verified
US veteran
8
reports
199
reviews
2015
member since
~1h
response
Captain Christopher Taylor is a Florida native and a US Coast Guard Licensed Captain who is Certified by the International Game Fish Association (IGFA), and an active member of the Boca Grande Fishing Guides Association (BGFGA). He grew up experiencing everything the Tampa Bay and Boca Grande areas have to offer: from the beautiful Gulf beaches to the excellent fishing. Feel free to ask the captain about anything you may see on your trip as he will be glad to share information that he has learned over the many years of fishing and living in Tampa Bay and Boca Grande. From Florida wildlife, birds, and fish, to historical landmarks and areas. Captain Christopher Taylor will entertain you with the natural resources provided by mother nature herself and simply make up every fishing trip. The captain can also offer great suggestions on restaurants and hotels.

The fish you can target

Redfish
Redfish
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Snook
Snook
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tarpon
Tarpon
Redfish
Redfish
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Snook
Snook
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tarpon
Tarpon

Real catches by this captain

  • great half day out on the water!
    Joseph C.
    Joseph C.
  • Great Family Trip
    Andrew S.
    Andrew S.
  • Poor Sarah…
    Steve M.
    Steve M.
  • Last second trip; lots of fish.
    Braxton R.
    Braxton R.
  • 1/2 Day with Captain Chris
    Jay S.
    Jay S.
  • Fishing with Christopher
    Gary H.
    Gary H.
  • Half Day Trip with Captain Taylor
    John J.
    John J.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
21 ft
Year built
2019
Boat manufacturer
Clearwater
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
50 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

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

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing
Kite Fishing
Handline
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing license

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.
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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
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

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
 Visa
 Mastercard
 American Express

What’s biting in Ruskin right now

RedfishRedfish
SnookSnook
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
TarponTarpon

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