Gulf Coastin Charters offers inshore fishing trips in the Tampa-St. Pete, FL area. Join Capt. Brian Gearhart and target Trout, Snook, Redfish, Tarpon, Sheepshead, Snapper– and fun!

You will fish aboard a 23’ Carolin SKiff powered by a 200 HP Suzuki engine. This boat comes with everything you need for inshore fishing, including two live bait wells, and a wireless trolling motor. On board, you will find an ice box to store your catch and your drinks. There is room for up to 4 passengers aboard this vessel and children of all ages are welcome.

While fishing with Capt. Brian you will target your catch using light tackle. He provides St. Croix rods with Daiwa reels and is ready to teach anglers of any skill level about the techniques he uses. He is committed to providing a personalized experience and will do what he can to accommodate every angler on board.

While fishing inshore you might reel in a variety of species, including Redfish, Speckled Trout, Snook, Sheepshead, Flounder, Jack Crevalle, Seabass, Permit, Mangrove Snapper, Tarpon, and Cobia when in season. Depending on the species, you may keep your catch, and Capt. Brian will fillet it for you if he has the time to do so.

Gulf Coastin Charters provides a fishing license (up to 4 people) and all the gear you need. You may bring alcohol on board but no glass containers.

Come aboard today for a great catch and an experience to remember!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    2 1/2 Hour Trip – PM 4 peolple max
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    US $275
    A private inshore trip with a shorter duration of 2.5 hours. Fishing inshore for a variety of fish.
  • Private trip
    2 1/2hr Trip (AM) 4 people max
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $275
    A private inshore trip with a shorter duration of 2.5 hours. Fishing inshore for a variety of fish.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM) 4people max
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $450
    A fishing license and gear are provided. You will target Redfish, Snook, Trout, Sheepshead, and more.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM) 4 people max
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    US $450
    A fishing license and gear are provided. You will target Redfish, Snook, Trout, Sheepshead, and more.
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip 4 people max
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $650
    On this trip you will target a variety of species such as Redfish, Snook, Flounder, Speckled Trout, Sheepshead, and more. A fishing license and gear are provided.
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FAQs about Gulf Coastin Charters - FL

Gulf Coastin Charters - FL offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $275 per group, additional US $25 per person after 2 guests - 2 1/2 Hour Trip – PM 4 peolple max (2 hours)
  • US $275 per group, additional US $25 per person after 2 guests - 2 1/2hr Trip (AM) 4 people max (2 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $25 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) 4people max (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $25 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) 4 people max (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $25 per person after 2 guests - 3/4 Day Trip 4 people max (6 hours)

When you book a trip with Gulf Coastin Charters - FL, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well Two Bait wells for live bait
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box Ice is provided to keep fish cold and drinks cold

Trips booked with Gulf Coastin Charters - FL include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (St. Croix rods and Daiwa reels)
  • Live Bait (Usually prepared before the trip)
  • Fishing License (Fishing license provided for up to 4 people.)

Gulf Coastin Charters - FL offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing

Gulf Coastin Charters - FL offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Spinning

Top targeted fish species with Gulf Coastin Charters - FL include:
  • Cobia
  • Flounder
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Permit
  • Redfish
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Tarpon

Meet the Captain

Brian Gearhart
St. Petersburg, Florida, United States
2 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
56 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since August 2017
I have been fishing since I can remember and have owned a boat since I was 15. The majority of my early fishing years were spent fly fishing in small mountain creeks for native brook Trout. Later I became interested in tournament Bass fishing and played with this game for about 10 years. Then I got the bug for freshwater Striped Bass fishing. Moving to Southwest Virginia on Smith Mountain lake, I was catching Stripers consistently and had the seasonal patterns figured out. Now I am living on the West coast of Florida and fishing the salt water patterns. Most of my fishing now is in shore and with light tackle. Targeting species such as Trout, Snook, Snapper, Tarpon, Sheepshead, and Redfish.

About this listing

Targeted species

Cobia Cobia
Flounder Flounder
Jack Crevalle Jack Crevalle
Permit Permit

Boat specs

Carolina Skiff (Center console) originally built in 2011. Powered by a 200HP Suzuki engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 35 knots.

Length
23 ft
Capacity
4 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Spinning

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Two Bait wells for live bait
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box
Ice is provided to keep fish cold and drinks cold

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
St. Croix rods and Daiwa reels
Live Bait
Usually prepared before the trip
Fishing License
Fishing license provided for up to 4 people.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Any Age. Parents may wish to provide a fitted PFD
You Keep Catch
Captain Brian can fillet the fish if time allows
Catch and Release Allowed
Catch and release is always acceptable

Payment

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 3% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

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Owen K.
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Captn. Brian is Great!

VERIFIED   2 1/2 Hour Trip – PM 4 peolple max on March 15, 2024
We had a great time with Capt. Brian. We booked a 2 1/2 charter with Capt. Brian in early March. Capt. Brian was very knowledgeable,...
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Amazing Captain!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) 4people max on December 31, 2023
We had a fantastic trip on a chilly day. Brian put us on a bunch of fish.  Caught many different species.  Captain Brian...
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Chris R.
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Amazing day on the water!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) 4people max on October 27, 2023
Brian had us on fish immediately and moved when the bite slowed. We caught 7 different species of fish including some exciting...
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Lauren R.
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Highly recommend!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) 4people max on February 12, 2024
Brian is a great guide and extremely helpful.  We caught a lot of fish and we all had a great time, kids included.
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Fishing with Brian

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) 4people max on October 31, 2023
Great day out.
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