Apalachicola
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US $400
Charter operator
Coast Runner Outfitters
Apalachicola, United States
Angler's choice
100+ reviews
CRO runs trips out of Apalachicola, Carabelle, St Marks, Shell Point, and Lanark. These waters are known for the incredible inshore and nearshore fishing opportunities. With excellent knowledge of the area, we definitely have a trick or two up out sleves, and the only way to learn is to join us out on the water!
Steve W.
Captain
Little Donny M.
First mate
Jaden D.
First mate
Stephanie M.
Business partner
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Rating
4.9
119 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience
Anglers' gallery (160)
What anglers say
97%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
96%
Caught fish
All reviews (119)
Showing 1 – 5 of 119 reviews
Gregory KriegerRepeat angler
New Jersey, US•Member since 2026•3 trips5.0VerifiedTough Conditions Still Did Great
4 Hour Trip – inshore (AM) • 3 adults • 1 childCaptain Donny knew the conditions would be tough. He called us and discussed options and what we wanted as the weather forecast began to degrade. He had a great boat to handle the conditions and get us on fish. We wanted to catch a variety of fish. He delivered! We caught 5 different species! He was excellent with my 12 year old grandson who wanted to learn about the boat, the electronic equipment, and the various fish species. My grandson had a blast! Will definitely use Captain Donny on ou future trips!
Reported catch:
Response from Charter operatorI had a great time with you three! You all did exceptionally well in very tough conditions! I really appreciate you guys!
Carlos MarkynaRepeat anglerGeorgia, US•Member since 2025•2 trips5.0VerifiedNot Fishing on Credit
Tier 1 nearshore 6hr • 6 adultsThe Captain and Mate were very attentive and made sure we were always set up to catch fish. From bait to rigs, the equipment was well-maintained, and we had a variety of bait options. He was knowledgeable of the area and seemed to know exactly where the fish were. Even though we had to throw some back, we stayed busy and angled right through lunch. He was an excellent guide, and made the trip memorable
Reported catch:
Response from Charter operatorYour crew was amazing! We joked around, laughed, and listened to music all day. They fought big fish like the bosses they were! We truly hope to do this again next year!
Cade YoungTennessee, US•Member since 20265.0VerifiedWE GOT A TARPON
Night time shark trip • 6 adultsCaptain Steve was the man with the plan. We hooked a huge tarpon (about 100-120 pound roughly) that even had captain impressed. I reeled it in for about 15 minutes and I’ve never been so exhausted from fishin in my life. It felt like I just went to the gym and hit upper body! That alone made the trip. Once in a lifetime oppurtunity for sure. Beautful sunset on the way back to top it off.
Response from Charter operatorheck yeah!!! hooking into a tarpon and getting to fight itnfor that long is awesome!! glad everyone had a great time, thanks for booking with us! we cant wait to do it again!!!
Sigmund RauscherGeorgia, US•Member since 20205.0VerifiedNEWScallop Slayer Trip
Scalloping trip • 6 adultsBecause the captain was knowledgeable of the area, he was able to put us right on the scallops allowing us to enjoy our day filling our bags.
Darby SewellGeorgia, US•Member since 20235.0VerifiedGreat Family Trip!
Tier 1 4hr inshore (am) • 6 adultsWe have a family vacation each year at St. George Island. The cousins crew has enjoyed fishing from the shore and pier in recent years. So, we went together on a cousin fishing charter this year and it did not disappoint! It was a 4 hour inshore charter. The Captain and First Mate were great! All caught fish!
Response from Charter operatorWe had a great time with your crew! we look forward to doing it again next year!
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Our Fishing Locations
What's biting with Coast Runner Outfitters in Apalachicola
The end of summer doesn't mean the end of great fishing here in Apalachicola! Amberjack, Mahi Mahi, and Jack Crevalle are still at their peak and your chances of landing almost any other species are very good, too.
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Fishing reports
The wind can’t stop us!
Apr 14, 2026 • Crawfordville
The fishing in the bay is as good as it gets right now. The main targets have been black drum, sheepshead, trout, flounder, and redfish.
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Nearshore meat haul!
Mar 25, 2026 • Apalachicola
The red grouper bite has been nothing short of phenomenal! Trips coolers have been filled with delicious fish such as trigger fish, red grouper, porgy, hogfish, mangrove snapper, lane snapper, grey snapper, black sea bass, and cobia! This is your chance to get in on some of the is nonstop action and fill your freezer at the same time!
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Cool weather and hot bites
Feb 21, 2026 • Apalachicola
The inshore and nearshore fishing has been exceptionally productive lately. With constantly changing conditions we have been spot hopping a lot lately. We fish a spot for a few minutes and if we dont get any action, its on to the next. Luckily, our spots are so close together that most of the time we dont even have to put the boat on plane to get to a more productive area. Our ability to change with yhe conditions has provided our clients with some really cool mixed bags lately. Get in on the action while the bite is hot!
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Tarpon bite is on fire!
Jul 13, 2025 • Crawfordville
Tarpon fishing has been insanely good lately! Weve been getting multiple opportunities and even getting them to eat artificials most days. If you want to check tarpon off your bucket list, now is the time to go.
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David and Goliath
Jul 13, 2025 • Apalachicola
The Goliath grouper fishing has been phenomenal lately. Our best day so far we boated three of the behemoth fish. Hooking these giants isnt the hard part, getting them off the structure is. Broken lines and busted tackle is the price of doing business with these beast. Once you get one to the boat, the excitement builds even more as most people decide to get in the water for a picture! This is quickly becoming one of our favorite fish to target.
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Scallops everywhere!
Jul 11, 2025 • Apalachicola
This is shaping up to be our best scallop season in many years! This is truly fin for the whole family.
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