Captain
Max Williams

Member since April 2024 Panama City Beach, United States
Background
Captain Max makes it his goal to have all his clients have a great experience on the water. Whether offshore or inshore, the goal is not only to catch fish but to enjoy the day and appreciate our local waters.
Techniques
Bottom fishing, Trolling, Sight-fishing, light tackle

Hey, I'm Captain Max Williams

Panama City Beach, United States
Background
Captain Max makes it his goal to have all his clients have a great experience on the water. Whether offshore or inshore, the goal is not only to catch fish but to enjoy the day and appreciate our local waters.
Techniques
Bottom fishing, Trolling, Sight-fishing, light tackle
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Reviews
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Fishing Reports
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Redwater Guide Company

State licensed
Excellent
4.8 / 5
(17 reviews)
Panama City Beach
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Trips from US $600

Redwater Guide Company

State licensed
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(12 reviews)
Panama City Beach
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Trips from US $500

Fishing Reports

March
March
Mar 3, 2025 Panama City Beach
It is the first week of March which means that spring has sprung here in the panhandle of Florida. We’ve nearly seen our last cold front of the year, the days are getting longer, and the water is slowing starting to warm back up from the low 60s and even high 50s. March 1st marks the opener of Triggerfish within our offshore fishery, but that doesn’t mean that’s the only species we’re targeting. Vermilion Snapper, aka Beeliners or Mingos, Red Grouper, and Scamp Grouper are a few others that we typically target this time of year. That doesn’t mean we won’t hook a few Red Snapper or Amberjack in the process. Another species worth noting this time of year is Spanish Mackerel. As water temps start to get into the high 60s and low 70s, Spanish Mackerel start to show up in large numbers on the beach and just inside the mouth of the bay. If you see a bunch of boats doing donuts around one another this month, fall in line. Trolling Clark spoons and Mackerel Trees are your best bet.
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March
March
Mar 3, 2025 Panama City Beach
It is the first week of March which means that spring has sprung here in the panhandle of Florida. We’ve nearly seen our last cold front of the year, the days are getting longer, and the water is slowing starting to warm back up from the low 60s and even high 50s. As for our inshore pursuits, warmer temps means we should start to see Redfish start to occupy the flats earlier and later in the day and simultaneously start to eat more aggressively. As the spring progresses, you can expect me to start transitioning from small, soft plastics on jig heads to more swim baits and my personal favorite, topwater plugs. Trout should start following similar patterns as well, although you will still find me fishing in the warmer creeks for another month or so. Another species worth noting this time of year is Spanish Mackerel. As water temps start to get into the high 60s and low 70s, Spanish Mackerel start to show up in large numbers on the beach and just inside the mouth of the bay. If you see a bunch of boats doing donuts around one another this month, fall in line. Trolling Clark spoons and Mackerel Trees are your best bet.
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 29 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
86%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
93%
Appropriate for children
92%
Satisfied with the boat
93%
Caught fish
93%
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Paul C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great fishing trip!

VERIFIED   4 Hour-Offshore Bottom Fishing PM on February 14, 2026
Captain Max was fantastic! We took our 14 year old for his birthday and he had a blast! Max put us on the fish and moved when...
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Will J.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great experience

VERIFIED   NEW  6 Hour – Offshore Bottom Fishing on August 7, 2026
Captain Max personable and fun.  He took great care of us and our kids.  The boat and equipment was top notch.  Best of...
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Shelley W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Wonderful fishing trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour–Offshore Bottom Fishing AM on April 1, 2026
We experienced our 1st ever deep sea fishing adventure and it did not disappoint. Captain Max was warm and welcoming, attentive...
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Chris M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Time With The Whole Family

VERIFIED   4 Hour–Offshore Bottom Fishing AM on April 17, 2026
We had a great time with Captain Max.  We kept him busy re-baiting the lines as we pulled fish out of the water the whole...
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Jose C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Best fishing trip of 2026 💯

VERIFIED   4 Hour–Offshore Bottom Fishing AM - 7:00 AM on June 6, 2026
guys we sre from south florida, we have done private charter before so far this is the best, we caught lots of fish, best trip...
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