Gulf Coastin Charters

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 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 – 2 people (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    $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) 2 people
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    $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)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    $450
    A fishing license and gear are provided. You will target Redfish, Snook, Trout, Sheepshead, and more.
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    $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.
  • Private trip
    Tarpon Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Jul 15 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
    $750
    Tarpon fishing (May - July), 2 people, 6 hours
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About the Captain

Brian Gearhart
St. Pete Beach, Florida, United States
46 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since August 2017
Angler's Choice
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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

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
No Smoking
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
PayPal
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating Summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 46 reviews
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Experience
Excellent
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Fishing with Brian
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Angler Rating
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Friendly captain
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100%
Appropriate for children
90%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Catch intended fish
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Seri V. B.
St. Petersburg, Florida
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Half Day Trip with Captain Mike

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on July 6, 2022
Got this 1/2 day trip as a birthday present for my daughter and her boyfriend. They both had HUGE smiles on their faces as...
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Cody B.
Murrieta, CA
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Excellent Birthday gift

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on November 13, 2022
A perfect fall morning fishing trip. Captian Brian was prompt, courteous, friendly and got me on fish right away. It got windy...
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Ronald P.
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Our great trip with Gulf Coastin Charters and caption Brian Gearheart

VERIFIED   2 1/2hr Trip (AM) 2 people on April 18, 2022
We had a super time with Caption Brian , he was top notch.  I have been on several charters all over the east coast this was...
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Brad R.
Newaygo, MI
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Half Day with Capt Brian

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on March 25, 2022
Fished an afternoon with my brother-in-law.  We fished grass beds, mangrove shoreline, and various bridge/shore structures...
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Justin M.
Largo, FL
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Great Morning

VERIFIED   2 1/2hr Trip (AM) 2 people on November 16, 2022
Captain Brian was a relaxed, experienced angler. He put me on fish as long as I did what he said. If you are from New England...
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FAQs about Gulf Coastin Charters

Gulf Coastin Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • $275 per group - 2 1/2 Hour Trip – 2 people (PM) (2 hours)
  • $275 per group - 2 1/2hr Trip (AM) 2 people (2 hours)
  • $450 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • $650 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • $750 per group - Tarpon Trip (6 hours)

When you book a trip with Gulf Coastin Charters, 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 include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (St. Croix rods and Daiwa reels)
  • Live Bait (Usually prepared before the trip)
  • Fishing License

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

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

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