Hooked Charters 

5.0/5 (55 reviews)
 
Federally permitted
 1 Bay Avenue, Apalachicola, FL 32320, United States

Hooked Charters 

Over 9 miles offshore
Apalachicola, FL, United States
25 ft
6
5.0/5 (55 reviews)

Hooked Charters offers great half and full day trips, fishing the Apalachicola Bay and beyond for top table and game species. Target Trout, Redfish, Flounder, and Mangrove Snapper inshore, or head further out to fish for Red Snapper, Red and Gag Grouper, King and Spanish Mackerel, and even Amberjack.

If you are not so interested in the fishing as in the Apalachicola Bay itself, Captain Dwayne also offers fun sightseeing trips. Cruise the bay for the chance to see alligators, dolphins, ospreys, bald eagles, and the gorgeous scenery and nature Franklin County is blessed with. You will also be able to stop off at the St. George and St. Vincent Islands for a spot of shelling and to explore its beautiful beaches on foot.

No matter what you do, Captain Dwayne's 25' Sea Fox center console is the perfect place to do it. She has plenty of room for up to six guests and features a portable toilet for extra comfort on longer trips. She comes equipped with GPS and fishfinder to sound out the best spots, a livewell to keep your bait fresh, and quality tackle to help bring in even the biggest Bull Reds or Kingfish.

Captain Dwayne is a fourth-generation Florida captain who has spent his whole life fishing and guiding these waters. He loves to share his local waters with guests from around the country and beyond. He will show you how to catch bait and will teach you all the techniques he uses to land the best fish. On sightseeing tours, he will tell you about the local wildlife, sharing his love and knowledge of the local area.

This is the perfect day out for families or friends looking to catch some tasty fish in the unique surroundings of the Apalachicola Bay. All tackle and licenses are provided, so all you have to do is turn up with plenty of energy and your biggest cooler - Captain Dwayne will make sure you fill it!

Hooked Charters offers great half and full day trips, fishing the Apalachicola Bay and beyond for top table and game species. Target Trout, Redfish, Flounder, and Mangrove Snapper inshore, or head further out to fish for Red Snapper, Red and Gag Grouper, King and Spanish Mackerel, and even Amberjack.

If you are not so interested in the fishing as in the Apalachicola Bay itself, Captain Dwayne also offers fun sightseeing trips. Cruise the bay for the chance to see alligators, dolphins, ospreys, bald eagles, and the gorgeous scenery and nature Franklin County is blessed with. You will also be able to stop off at the St. George and St. Vincent Islands for a spot of shelling and to explore its beautiful beaches on foot.

No matter what you do, Captain Dwayne's 25' Sea Fox center console is the perfect place to do it. She has plenty of room for up to six guests and features a portable toilet for extra comfort on longer trips. She comes equipped with GPS and fishfinder to sound out the best spots, a livewell to keep your bait fresh, and quality tackle to help bring in even the biggest Bull Reds or Kingfish.

Captain Dwayne is a fourth-generation Florida captain who has spent his whole life fishing and guiding these waters. He loves to share his local waters with guests from around the country and beyond. He will show you how to catch bait and will teach you all the techniques he uses to land the best fish. On sightseeing tours, he will tell you about the local wildlife, sharing his love and knowledge of the local area.

This is the perfect day out for families or friends looking to catch some tasty fish in the unique surroundings of the Apalachicola Bay. All tackle and licenses are provided, so all you have to do is turn up with plenty of energy and your biggest cooler - Captain Dwayne will make sure you fill it!

Dwayne Coulter
Captain
Dwayne Coulter
15 years of experience
ID & credentials verified

Trip availability and prices

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3 Hour Trip - Sightseeing (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $450
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip - Bay Fishing (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Aug 25 - May 20
US $550
Entire boat: up to 4 people
8 Hour Trip - Sightseeing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip – Offshore Fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $1,400
Entire boat: up to 4 people
9Hour Trip – Offshore Fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
9 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $1,900
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (73)

What anglers say

100%
Great experience
97%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
96%
Caught fish

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Brett Boothe
Brett Boothe
us
Washington State, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Fun Day on the Bay
4 Hour Trip - Bay Fishing (AM) on October 9, 20253 adults

Had a blast on the water today with Hooked Charters. Between the four of us, we caught about 100 fish, to include Speckled Trout, White Trout, Black Bass, Croaker, Catfish, Flounder, and even a couple Stingrays 😆. Had a few Shark on, but they broke our lines. Fish tacos being served up tonight!

Reported catch:
Speckled Trout
Southern Kingfish
Flounder
Greg Weber
Greg Weber
Repeat angler
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2024
9 trips
5.0
Verified
June fishing trip
9Hour Trip – Offshore Fishing on June 8, 20264 adults

Adam Johnson
Adam Johnson
us
Missouri, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
April fishing trip
4 Hour Trip - Bay Fishing (AM) on April 1, 20266 adults

Kim Kocel
Kim Kocel
Repeat angler
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2023
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Captain Dwayne is the best
4 Hour Trip - Bay Fishing (AM) on September 21, 20253 adults

We’ve gone several times with Dwayne and had a great time!

Reported catch:
Redfish
Greg Weber
Greg Weber
Repeat angler
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2024
9 trips
5.0
Verified
Awesome Apalachicola Fishing Trip
9Hour Trip – Offshore Fishing on June 3, 20254 adults

Really enjoyed our offshore trip with Dwayne and Jeff. This was a customer trip and our clients really enjoyed themselves. Hard working, knowledgeable and fun guide that made it one of the best fishing experiences we’ve had in Apalachicola. Will be using him again!

FAQs about Hooked Charters

Hooked Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $450 per group - 3 Hour Trip - Sightseeing (AM) (3 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip - Bay Fishing (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group - 8 Hour Trip - Sightseeing (8 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Offshore Fishing (6 hours)
  • US $1,900 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 9Hour Trip – Offshore Fishing (9 hours)
When you book a trip with Hooked Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Radar
Trips booked with Hooked Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Caught on the trip)
  • Lures
  • First mate
  • Fishing license
Hooked Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Hooked Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Hooked Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Flounder
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Kingfish (Southern)
  • Redfish
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout
  • Triggerfish (Gray)

Your captain

Dwayne Coulter
Dwayne Coulter
Dwayne Coulter

Apalachicola, Florida, United States

ID & license verified
55 Customer reviews
Typical response within 2 hours
Member since September 2017

Captain Dwayne is a fourth generation Florida fisherman, who was born and raised right here in Apalachicola. His family has worked the bay and the surrounding area for decades and he has learned all the best places to find the biggest and tastiest fish around.

ID & license verified
55 Customer reviews
Typical response within 2 hours
Member since September 2017

Captain Dwayne is a fourth generation Florida fisherman, who was born and raised right here in Apalachicola. His family has worked the bay and the surrounding area for decades and he has learned all the best places to find the biggest and tastiest fish around.

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Flounder
Flounder
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Southern Kingfish
Southern Kingfish
Redfish
Redfish
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Gray Triggerfish
Gray Triggerfish
Amberjack
Amberjack
Flounder
Flounder
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
2015
Boat manufacturer
Sea Fox
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
44 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Radar

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Caught on the trip
Lures
First mate
Fishing license

How cancellations work

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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

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

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

What’s biting in Apalachicola right now

AmberjackAmberjack
FlounderFlounder
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
RedfishRedfish
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
Triggerfish (Gray)Triggerfish (Gray)

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