Charter Operator
Steve Paul

Member since April 2016 Panama City Beach, United States
Background
Captain Steve has been fishing the local waters since childhood. He opened his first charter operation in 1984 after working on other local vessels since his teenage years. Captain Steve will personally see to it that every possible effort gets put into making your fishing trip as enjoyable as possible. He has the experience necessary to produce fish and memories of a lifetime.
Techniques
Captain Steve employs the industry standards for bottom fishing and trolling.

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Panama City Beach, United States
Background
Captain Steve has been fishing the local waters since childhood. He opened his first charter operation in 1984 after working on other local vessels since his teenage years. Captain Steve will personally see to it that every possible effort gets put into making your fishing trip as enjoyable as possible. He has the experience necessary to produce fish and memories of a lifetime.
Techniques
Captain Steve employs the industry standards for bottom fishing and trolling.
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Able Fisherman Charters

State licensed
Excellent
4.7 / 5
(162 reviews)
Panama City Beach
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Able Fisherman Charters โ€“ 22'

State licensed
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(1 review)
Panama City Beach
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Trips from US $400

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Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 163 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
92%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
96%
Caught fish
87%
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Barry H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Swordfish

VERIFIED   3/4 Day โ€“ Red Snapper/High Season on June 10, 2025
Captain Steve and his shipmate were professional and very helpful from before the trip and during our day trip out to sea....
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James G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on July 17, 2025
Captain Steve and 1st mate Matt did a great job.ย  We caught lots of fish, had a great adventure.ย  Highly recommend
James G. recommends Able Fisherman Charters
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James V.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great trip!!

VERIFIED   4hr mid-day trip on October 28, 2025
Had an awesome time with great captain Steve and Matt. Caught some fish and enjoyed great company.
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Eddie B.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Best trip ever

VERIFIED   4hr mid-day trip on August 30, 2025
Almost ran out of bait because we were catching so many! Matt is the best deck hand ever! These guys know what they are doing....
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Kurtis M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great trip!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on August 5, 2025
The crew was very knowledgeable and experienced. We had a great time.
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