Captain Mike's Fishing Adventures 

4.8
(56 reviews)
 
State licensed
 North Pirate Point, Crystal River, FL 34429, United States

Captain Mike's Fishing Adventures 

Crystal River, FL, United States
24 ft
4
4.8
(56 reviews)

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If you’re looking for a top-of-the-class guide to take you fishing around Crystal River, then Captain Mike’s Fishing Adventures is your stop. Here you will likely find a trip your family will long remember. NO PETS ALLOWED

Captain Mike is a knowledgeable veteran fisherman with over four decades of experience. If someone can put you on the fish, that’s him. He knows these waters intimately and has all the skills you and your family need to get yourselves a nice fish to take home.

You will be fishing from a 24’ Carolina Skiff DLX center console. She is powered by a 150 HP Mercury engine and can reach speeds of up to 25 knots. The boat features GPS, a fishfinder, has a lie bait well, and is fitted with a trolling motor for an extra boost. The vessel can take up to four people, which means it’s great for families on vacation looking for a fun day out. The boat stores required safety gear. If you’re bringing minors, it’s best to bring life jackets for them yourself so that they are comfortable. There is Daiwa and Shimano tackle on board.

Fishing trips with Capt. Mike will see you exploring Ozello Keys for Redfish, Speckled Trout, and Snook. You can also scout the flats and use popping corks for Reds and Trout, or go around backcountry waters using pinfish and plastic baits. And, during summer months, Capt. Mike can take you and kids on a scalloping trip. It’s a perfect outdoors activity to try here.

Mike also has an apartment for rent, ask him about staying there! It’s a perfect opportunity to go both scalloping and fishing in this beautiful part of Florida. After the trip you can go to one of the nearby restaurants who will cook your catch.

The captain will provide all the gear and will clean your fish. For an additional charge, Capt. Mike can clean the scallops. Water and ice are supplied onboard, while you should bring food and drinks. Make sure to pack sunscreen, a cap, sunglasses, and light clothes. Get your friends, and come fishing with Capt.Mike.

If you’re looking for a top-of-the-class guide to take you fishing around Crystal River, then Captain Mike’s Fishing Adventures is your stop. Here you will likely find a trip your family will long remember. NO PETS ALLOWED

Captain Mike is a knowledgeable veteran fisherman with over four decades of experience. If someone can put you on the fish, that’s him. He knows these waters intimately and has all the skills you and your family need to get yourselves a nice fish to take home.

You will be fishing from a 24’ Carolina Skiff DLX center console. She is powered by a 150 HP Mercury engine and can reach speeds of up to 25 knots. The boat features GPS, a fishfinder, has a lie bait well, and is fitted with a trolling motor for an extra boost. The vessel can take up to four people, which means it’s great for families on vacation looking for a fun day out. The boat stores required safety gear. If you’re bringing minors, it’s best to bring life jackets for them yourself so that they are comfortable. There is Daiwa and Shimano tackle on board.

Fishing trips with Capt. Mike will see you exploring Ozello Keys for Redfish, Speckled Trout, and Snook. You can also scout the flats and use popping corks for Reds and Trout, or go around backcountry waters using pinfish and plastic baits. And, during summer months, Capt. Mike can take you and kids on a scalloping trip. It’s a perfect outdoors activity to try here.

Mike also has an apartment for rent, ask him about staying there! It’s a perfect opportunity to go both scalloping and fishing in this beautiful part of Florida. After the trip you can go to one of the nearby restaurants who will cook your catch.

The captain will provide all the gear and will clean your fish. For an additional charge, Capt. Mike can clean the scallops. Water and ice are supplied onboard, while you should bring food and drinks. Make sure to pack sunscreen, a cap, sunglasses, and light clothes. Get your friends, and come fishing with Capt.Mike.

Mike Brothers
Captain
Mike Brothers
28 years of experience
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Scallop Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jul 1 - Sep 24
US $350
Entire boat: 2 people
Half Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $450
Entire boat: 2 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $750
Entire boat: 2 people
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Rating

4.8
56 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.6
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (39)

What anglers say

83%
Great experience
85%
Family friendly
98%
Friendly captain
95%
Good boat
88%
Recommended
83%
Caught fish

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Brent McMichael
Brent McMichael
us
Mississippi, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Amazing Fishing Trip!!!
Half Day Trip on June 28, 20262 adults

Capt. Mike was amazing! we had the most amazing experience. This was my kids first charter fishing trip and they are in love with the fishing trips now. Capt. Mike made it extremely fun for them and taught them so much. we would definitely be back and would recommend him for an amazing trip. 5 stars isnt enough i would give it 100 if i could.

Cory Moesching
Cory Moesching
us
Florida, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great time!!!
Scallop Trip on July 4, 20261 adult1 child

Captain Mike was great, he new his stuff and put us on the scallops, he is great company and very knowledgeable of the area! Would highly recommend!

Reported catch:
Scallop
Ian Ward
Ian Ward
us
Wisconsin, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
December fishing trip
Half Day Trip on December 29, 20251 adult

Capt. Mike was very knowledgeable and passionate about what he does. Went out before a cold front and he still put me on fish. Great guy, highly recommended and will be coming back.

Mike Brothers
Response from Captain

Yes Sir, You made it a great trip, with Fishing Ability, the tide was Not in our Favor, however,, Y'all had a Fish fry! Thank You Very Much!

Mark Middleton
Mark Middleton
us
New York, US
Member since 2025
4.0
Verified
Fishing with Mike
Half Day Trip on March 9, 20263 adults

Jim Long
Jim Long
us
Florida, US
Member since 2020
5.0
Verified
Awesome day on the water!!
Half Day Trip on May 7, 20234 adults

Cpt Mike is one awesome boat captain! The ride out on the water was a great scenic route and beautiful! We easily got out there to the spot and he set up with rods, jigs and confidence to reel in some big ones! He was super friendly, knowledgeable and happy to share his love of fishing with our group! We're seasoned fisherman (and ladies) but didn't know the area well enough to know where to go get on some keepers and he made our day amazing! When we got back to the shore he was quick to clean our catch, bag it up, share a cold beverage with his wonderful wife and us! Overall 10/10 recommend Cpt. Mike!

Mike Brothers
Response from Captain

It was Great day, My part was easy, All hqad to do is take the Fish off the hook! Thank you very much for a Great day!

FAQs about Captain Mike's Fishing Adventures

Captain Mike's Fishing Adventures offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $350 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Scallop Trip (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Captain Mike's Fishing Adventures, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Snorkeling equipment (scallop season Only)
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
Trips booked with Captain Mike's Fishing Adventures include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Up to date Daiwa & Shimano tackle)
  • Live bait (The season dictates the type of bait)
  • Lures (Top water, jigs, spoons, jerk baits)
  • Catch cleaning & filleting ($20 extra for scallops cleaning)
  • Drinks (Ice & water, customers bring whatever they want to )
  • Fishing license (I have a Charter License, covers all fishermen)
Captain Mike's Fishing Adventures offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing (I fish the Ozello Keys for Redfish, Trout & Snook)
  • Nearshore fishing (I also run Scallop trips in the summer)
  • Flats fishing (We use popping corks for Trout, Reds & Flounder)
  • Backcountry fishing (We use pinfish & plastic baits)
Captain Mike's Fishing Adventures offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle (Spinning tackle 15# to 50# test)
  • Spinning (Spinning with 15# to 50# test)
  • Popping (Using popping corks for Trout & Redfish)
Top targeted fish species with Captain Mike's Fishing Adventures include:
  • Cobia
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Scallop
  • Sheepshead

Your captain

Mike Brothers
Mike Brothers

Crystal River, Florida, United States

ID & license verified
56 Customer reviews
Typical response within 7 hours
Member since November 2017

I Have been fishing and diving for 50 years.. Born on the Gulf Coast of Alabama, raised on the East coast of Florida, Palm Beach County.I have been a charter Captain for over 30 years.I've been fishing and scalloping the west coast of Florida for over 30 years. I now Charter and fish in Crystal River, Ozello FL. area. I offer fishing, Manatee/Eco tours and Scallop trips, (in season). All Tackle, License, snorkel gear will be provide, along with expert instruction.

Mike Brothers
Mike Brothers
Fully verified
56
reviews
2017
member since
~7h
response
I Have been fishing and diving for 50 years.. Born on the Gulf Coast of Alabama, raised on the East coast of Florida, Palm Beach County.I have been a charter Captain for over 30 years.I've been fishing and scalloping the west coast of Florida for over 30 years. I now Charter and fish in Crystal River, Ozello FL. area. I offer fishing, Manatee/Eco tours and Scallop trips, (in season). All Tackle, License, snorkel gear will be provide, along with expert instruction.

The fish you can target

Cobia
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Redfish
Scallop
Scallop
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Cobia
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Redfish
Scallop
Scallop
Sheepshead
Sheepshead

Real catches by this captain

  • A great day for fishing with Capt Mike!
    Richard C.
    Richard C.
  • Awesome day on the water!!
    Jim L.
    Jim L.
  • Great day despite the weather
    Dennis Y.
    Dennis Y.
  • 6 hour trip with Captain Mike
    Marty P.
    Marty P.
  • Fishing with Mike
    Bradley B.
    Bradley B.
  • Half day trip with captain Mike
    Robert D.
    Robert D.
  • March fishing trip
    Alex K.
    Alex K.
  • Half day trip with Capt Mike
    Lori C.
    Lori C.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2013
Boat manufacturer
Carolina Skiff 24 DLX
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
25 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
I fish the Ozello Keys for Redfish, Trout & Snook
Nearshore Fishing
I also run Scallop trips in the summer
Flats Fishing
We use popping corks for Trout, Reds & Flounder
Backcountry Fishing
We use pinfish & plastic baits

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Spinning tackle 15# to 50# test
Spinning
Spinning with 15# to 50# test
Popping
Using popping corks for Trout & Redfish

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Snorkeling equipment
(scallop season Only)
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Up to date Daiwa & Shimano tackle
Live bait
The season dictates the type of bait
Lures
Top water, jigs, spoons, jerk baits
Catch cleaning & filleting
$20 extra for scallops cleaning
Drinks
Ice & water, customers bring whatever they want to
Fishing license
I have a Charter License, covers all fishermen

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 included in price
Transfer from hotels or jetties in Crystal River to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Child friendly
Kids under 12 fish for free
You keep catch
And I will clean catch
Catch and release allowed
I am an advocate of catch & release

How you can pay

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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

What’s biting in Crystal River right now

CobiaCobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
RedfishRedfish
ScallopScallop
SheepsheadSheepshead

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