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Fred Pharis
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Fred Pharis

Titusville, United States
50+ reviews
Captain Fred has fished the Indian River and Mosquito Lagoons for over 20 years! He enjoys putting anglers on a wide range of species in our shallow waters, from average size Reds, Trout, Black Drum, Snook and Tarpon (seasonal) to fish over 40 lbs – all in 6' or less of water. His number one objective is for everybody fishing with him to enjoy their day on the water, have tight lines and enjoy this awesome estuary! Captain Fred will work hard to make your trip memorable, he's laid back with a no pressure approach toward his anglers. All anglers are welcome from novice to experienced, especially kids! You'll find Captain Fred's skiff and fishing equipment well maintained and in good working order.

Charter

Rating

4.9
82 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

100%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
93%
Caught fish

All reviews (82)

Showing 1 – 5 of 82 reviews
  • Griffin Hoops
    Griffin Hoops
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Fantastic guide and trip.

    Half Day Trip (AM) • 3 adults

    Captain was friendly and informative, able to give corrections on technique without coming off as rude or upset, told us all kinds of fun facts about the area and the ecosystem, would absolutely recommend to anyone looking to have a fun day on the water. absolutely killed it on the red drum bite. hopefully when we come back we can keep some!

    Reported catch:
    Redfish
    Speckled Trout
    Response from Captain

    Thx Griifin! enjoyed our time on the water this morning! You guys got pulls from first to last cast! Couple pics! Good Times!

  • James Devine
    James Devine
    Repeat angler
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2023
    15 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Chunking redfish

    3/4 Day Trip (Oct through April) • 2 adults

    Captain Fred went out of his way to get me on some fish. Really nice boat and a knowledgeable Captain.

  • Mark Wroblewski
    Mark Wroblewski
    Repeat angler
    us
    Connecticut, US
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great early morning summer charter

    Half Day Trip (AM) • 2 adults

    Captain did a great job getting us on the fish even in tough summer conditions. Great day of fishing.

  • Lee Withington
    Lee Withington
    us
    South Carolina, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Capt Fred Does a Great Job!

    Half Day Trip (AM) • 3 adults

    Caught some nice redfish thst we were hoping for and really enjoyed the trip.

    Response from Captain

    Thx Lee! truly enjoyed our time on the water today!!!We certainly saw a ton of fish just wigged out that did not want to play!!! Thx again!!!! A beautiful morning!

  • James Devine
    James Devine
    Repeat angler
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2023
    15 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Red fish with Fred.

    Half Day Trip (AM) • 1 adult

    Always wanted to fish the mosquito lagoon. Now I have. Redfish, trout, shark. A little of everything. No spectacular fish in May. Still a very good day. Fred did a great job of putting us on the fish that were available.

    Response from Captain

    Thx Jim! enjoyed our morning! Slow bite, got some pulls lost some nice ones! just a beautiful morning! Thx for booking a trip! Good Times!

Real catches shared by our community

  • 2 Lagoon Charters
    2 Lagoon ChartersTitusville, FL
    Adult angler holding a large redfish on the bow of a fishing boat over calm coastal waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Redfish
    Griffin H.
    Griffin H.
    Captain was friendly and informative, able to give corrections on technique without coming off as rude or upset, told us all kinds of fun facts about the area and the ecosystem, would absolutely recommend to anyone looking to have a fun day on the water. absolutely killed it on the red drum bite. hopefully when we come back we can keep some!
  • 2 Lagoon Charters
    2 Lagoon ChartersTitusville, FL
    Angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while fishing at sunset on a boat.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    James D.
    James D.
    Captain Fred went out of his way to get me on some fish. Really nice boat and a knowledgeable Captain.
  • 2 Lagoon Charters
    2 Lagoon ChartersTitusville, FL
    Angler proudly displaying a large Speckled Trout while fishing on a boat, with another fisherman in the background.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Mark W.
    Mark W.
    Captain did a great job getting us on the fish even in tough summer conditions. Great day of fishing.
  • 2 Lagoon Charters
    2 Lagoon ChartersTitusville, FL
    Angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while fishing on a calm waterway, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Lee W.
    Lee W.
    Caught some nice redfish thst we were hoping for and really enjoyed the trip.
  • 2 Lagoon Charters
    2 Lagoon ChartersTitusville, FL
    Angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while fishing in a scenic coastal environment.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    James D.
    James D.
    Always wanted to fish the mosquito lagoon. Now I have. Redfish, trout, shark. A little of everything. No spectacular fish in May. Still a very good day. Fred did a great job of putting us on the fish that were available.
  • 2 Lagoon Charters
    2 Lagoon ChartersTitusville, FL
    Adult angler holding a large redfish aboard a small fishing boat on open coastal water.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Dennis V.
    Dennis V.
    Capt Fred is a pro!!! Works hard not only to find the fish, but also to make the overall experience one of total enjoyment. The boat and tackle are in excellent condition too.
  • 2 Lagoon Charters
    2 Lagoon ChartersTitusville, FL
    Adult angler holding a large redfish while seated on the bow of a fishing boat in open coastal waters.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Todd H.
    Todd H.
  • 2 Lagoon Charters
    2 Lagoon ChartersTitusville, FL
    An angler proudly displaying a Redfish while seated on a boat, enjoying a sunny day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Mike B.
    Mike B.
    great day on the water was able to catch some fish enjoyed thourally .
  • 2 Lagoon Charters
    2 Lagoon ChartersTitusville, FL
    An angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while fishing in a scenic coastal environment.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Tim O.
    Tim O.
    Spent the morning fishing with Capt. Fred and we caught fish to say the least. The weather was not cooperating but Fred knows the water and where fish would be and each spot we tried out produced fish and we had a couple double hook ups as well. All the fish we caught were pulling drag and was a great fishing charter. Fred is friendly, funny, and knows his stuff and if you come to the area to fish, he is your guide!!!!
  • 2 Lagoon Charters
    2 Lagoon ChartersTitusville, FL
    An angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while seated on a boat in a calm waterway, showcasing a successful day of fishing.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Christopher O.
    Christopher O.
    My dad and I couldn’t have asked for a more perfect day! Captain Fred was prompt, prepared, equipped, professional, and just an all around great person! From start to finish, my dad and I didn’t have to do a thing but enjoy our time, and catch fish! Captain Fred thinks of everything you will need, and makes sure you understand what you are doing and explains things very thoroughly. Not only does he know the spots to take you, he will make sure he does everything to ensure you catch some fish! We got to watch a space shuttle launch this morning, along with manatees, and tons of beautiful wildlife! I will absolutely be booking with Captain Fred again in the future, and will be recommending him to everyone I know in the area! You will enjoy everything about the experience if you book with 2 Lagoon Charters!

What's biting with 2 Lagoon Charters in Titusville

Big breeding Redfish are the perfect target to break your personal best. Black Drum, Spanish Mackerel, Jacks, and Bluefish are very good in coastal waters.

Top catches for November

Fishing reports

An angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while seated on the boat, showcasing a successful fishing trip.

Fishing Report September/October - Mosqu

Oct 15, 2024 • Titusville
Catching has been on fire! Most if not all trips have been in the double digits for my anglers in September and October. Catches include Redfish, Trout, Black Drum with a few Snook and Tarpon in the mix. The Summer heat is finally over which means cool mornings and light breezes! Using a combination of artificial and cut baits to catch these fish! With the passing of Hurricane Milton, the water levels are way up and fishing/catching is still on FIRE! On a recent trip my anglers caught 35 Redfish, a few trout and a couple of Black Drum on a 5 hour trip! Expecting the first cold front of the season in the next day or two and this should cool of the water significantly which should allow for catching to continue most of the day instead of early to mid morning!!!! So if your looking for a solid day of action on the Lagoon or Indian River, Send me an inquiry or book a trip, you won't be disappointed. As we get into November and December, there's an opportunity to catch some wintertime Snook in and around docks and residential canals in the area; all artificial baits! Overall, fishing and catching should continue to be strong for the remainder of the year! Tight Lines and Let's Go Catching!
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