David Rice
Captain

David Rice

Fairhope, United States
Angler's choice
100+ reviews
Capt. David Rice is a native of Fairhope, Alabama, and has over 25 years experience fishing the local area, including the Alabama Gulf Coast, Mobile Bay, and the Eastern Shore's backwaters. He enjoys taking his guests out for an enjoyable fishing adventure and his favorite thing is to share all he has learned fishing the Alabama waterways with everyone on his charters.

Charters

Rating

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

What anglers say

99%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
92%
Caught fish

All reviews (142)

Showing 1 – 5 of 142 reviews
  • Matthew Hamilton
    Matthew Hamilton
    us
    Louisiana, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Limits of Specks and a Great Time!

    4 Hour am Trip • 3 adults

    Outstanding trip from start to finish! The captain had us leaving the dock right on time and put us on fish immediately. We caught our limits of speckled trout and stayed on fish throughout the trip. The guide was knowledgeable, professional, and worked hard to make sure everyone in our group had a great experience. The boat was clean, the equipment was in great shape, and the entire trip was well organized. Whether you're an experienced angler or just looking for a fun day on the water, I highly recommend booking a trip. We had an all-around fantastic day, caught plenty of fish, and made some great memories. We'll definitely be back!

    Reported catch:
    Speckled Trout
    Black Drum
    Response from Captain

    Thanks Mathew i had a great time fishing with you guys Hope to see yall again

  • Charles Smith
    Charles Smith
    Repeat angler
    us
    Alabama, US
    Member since 2026
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Good job!

    3 hour am trip • 3 adults

    We chose the date but no weather was a little warmer than we had anticipated and Ithe bigger redfish had not moved up in the rivers yet. We caught lots of fish. They were just smaller than we would’ve hoped for. Captain David Rice did his best and found lots of fish. They were just not quite keepers yet ! ☹️

    Reported catch:
    Redfish
    Black Drum
    Response from Captain

    thanks Mr Chatles hope to see yall again

  • Colton Butler
    Colton Butler
    us
    Mississippi, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Hard day but great attempt and captain!

    4hr pm • 2 adults

    No one was catching any fish in the bay today. Literally no one, no boat was showing much signs of life. Just one of those days. Many captains went out into the bay and quickly turned back. Despite this, our captain Mr. Rice gave it hell all day and managed to help land us a nice flounder! He is a great captain and also a great guy to be around. I have full confidence we would have slayed the fish out if there was any sort of bite. We will be going back with him next time!

    Reported catch:
    Flounder
    Response from Captain

    thanks Colton hope to fish with you guys again

  • Rebecca Engler
    Rebecca Engler
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Fun, funny & friendly

    4 Hour am Trip • 3 adults

    Captain is knowledgeable and funny. Got us on the trout fish quickly, cooled us down with a quick ride to the next spot and hooked us up. Fillets were cleaned in a jiffy and taste amazing. Will definitely book another charter !!!

    Reported catch:
    Speckled Trout
    Response from Captain

    thanks Rebecca hope to fish with yiu guys again

  • Brad Bolton
    Brad Bolton
    us
    Alabama, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Class Act!

    4hr pm • 1 adult

    This guy is a class act! This was my first salt water fishing experience. I crappie fish and hunt in all my spare time. My wife had a meeting in the area and I decided to go with her. I started looking around for a short fishing trip while she was in her meeting and found Captian Rice. This guy had us catching fish 15 minutes after we left the dock and we didn’t stop until the last minute of the trip. I can’t recommend him enough. If you are looking for a nice relaxing trip with a great patient guy this is your man!

    Reported catch:
    Redfish
    Black Drum
    Response from Captain

    thanks for the kind words i had a great time fishing with you come back when you can thanks

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    Hard day but great attempt and captain!
    Colton B.
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    Captain David was great!
    David T.
    David T.
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    Great Trip!
    Matt M.
    Matt M.
  • Middle Bay Fishing Charters – Fairhope
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    Great trip captaian very polite and kept us on fish
    Sam H.
    Sam H.
  • Middle Bay Fishing Charters – Fairhope
    Middle Bay Fishing Charters – FairhopeFairhope, AL
    Limits of Specks and a Great Time!
    Matthew H.
    Matthew H.
  • Middle Bay Fishing Charters – Fairhope
    Middle Bay Fishing Charters – FairhopeFairhope, AL
    Great experience.
    Dave D.
    Dave D.
  • Middle Bay Fishing Charters – Fairhope
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    April fishing trip
    Spencer L.
    Spencer L.
  • Middle Bay Fishing Charters – Fairhope
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    Amazing trip!!!
    Tim B.
    Tim B.

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