Captain
Michael Atwill

Member since March 2018 Cape Canaveral, United States
Background
I'm Capt. Mike, a native Floridian born and raised in Key Largo. My father was a commercial fisherman, and so was I for 30 years. When I wasn't in school or pulling traps as a kid, I was spending all my time on my 13' Jon Boat, catching Tarpon, Snook, and Mangrove Snapper. Now I own a 2200 Tournament Edition Pathfinder, and I want to share my lifetime of knowledge and skills with people who are as passionate about fishing as I am.
Techniques
One of our specialties is nearshore fishing in the waters of Port Canaveral. We target Tripletail and cobia when they are here. We usually use spinning gear for catching them. We also target Snook, Redfish, Black Drum,flounder and sheepshead. Sometimes we also target tarpon. We catch Bluefish, Jack crevalles,Spanish mackerel, Stingrays, and Sharks Depending on the season. If it is too windy or the inshore bite is better we also fish in the Indian and banana rivers for people who are more into site fishing or like to fish with light tackle. And if the weather is good enough sometimes we will run up to 15 or 20 miles offshore to catch king fish sail fish snappers etc.

Hey, I'm Captain Michael Atwill

Cape Canaveral, United States
Background
I'm Capt. Mike, a native Floridian born and raised in Key Largo. My father was a commercial fisherman, and so was I for 30 years. When I wasn't in school or pulling traps as a kid, I was spending all my time on my 13' Jon Boat, catching Tarpon, Snook, and Mangrove Snapper. Now I own a 2200 Tournament Edition Pathfinder, and I want to share my lifetime of knowledge and skills with people who are as passionate about fishing as I am.
Techniques
One of our specialties is nearshore fishing in the waters of Port Canaveral. We target Tripletail and cobia when they are here. We usually use spinning gear for catching them. We also target Snook, Redfish, Black Drum,flounder and sheepshead. Sometimes we also target tarpon. We catch Bluefish, Jack crevalles,Spanish mackerel, Stingrays, and Sharks Depending on the season. If it is too windy or the inshore bite is better we also fish in the Indian and banana rivers for people who are more into site fishing or like to fish with light tackle. And if the weather is good enough sometimes we will run up to 15 or 20 miles offshore to catch king fish sail fish snappers etc.

My Charter Listings

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(230 reviews)
Cape Canaveral
trips from US $500
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(66 reviews)
Port Canaveral
trips from US $100

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 296 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Very fun and unique experience
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
95%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
87%
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Chris S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Awesome Day Inshore Fishing Port Canaveral, FL

VERIFIED   NEW  5 Hour Trip (AM) nearshore on April 2, 2024
Captain Mikeโ€™s fishing charter in and around Port Canaveral is unparalleled. His deep knowledge of local fishing spots ensures...
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Herbert H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Experience--Thanks to Captain Mike Atwill!

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip offshore on March 25, 2024
I booked the 8-hour offshore trip for the four of us, but with small craft warnings, a strong ENE wind, and 10-foot seas forecasted...
Herbert H. recommends All Points Guide Service โ€“ 26'
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James H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

6hr offshore reef adventure!

VERIFIED   6 hour half day offshore on January 27, 2024
Hit the reef 25miles out in rough/salty waters, salty is what the pros call getting water boarded I guess! ๐Ÿ˜† Other than...
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Kyle M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Christmas fishing trip

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (AM) nearshore on December 26, 2023
Weather was not great, Captain Mike did a great job finding us some fish! Everyone caught something and the service was excellent...
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Richie L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Donโ€™t Hesitate

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip nearshore on March 10, 2024
Stop looking at other guides on FishingBooker or wherever else youโ€™re looking and just send Capt Michael a text or PM. This...
Richie L. recommends All Points Guide Service โ€“ 26'
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