Captain
Phillip Blackburn

Member since June 2018 Destin, United States
Background
"Back Down 2" is owned and operated by Captain Phillip Blackburn. An avid angler, he grew up freshwater fishing in Tennessee with his father and brother. Capt. Phillip has almost two decades of experience, mastering the cast fishing out of Destin. He started his own charter business with his wife Jody. She is a patient and knowledgeable partner who helps Phillip run the company. An experienced angler, Jody caters to their guests' needs and always works hard to provide an excellent service. Capt. Phillip's biggest success is his family and his clients.

Hey, I'm Captain Phillip Blackburn

Destin, United States
Background
"Back Down 2" is owned and operated by Captain Phillip Blackburn. An avid angler, he grew up freshwater fishing in Tennessee with his father and brother. Capt. Phillip has almost two decades of experience, mastering the cast fishing out of Destin. He started his own charter business with his wife Jody. She is a patient and knowledgeable partner who helps Phillip run the company. An experienced angler, Jody caters to their guests' needs and always works hard to provide an excellent service. Capt. Phillip's biggest success is his family and his clients.
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(53 reviews)
Destin
 Last booking: 3 days ago
Trips from US $1,200

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 53 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (67)
Great Family Fishing Trip!
Great Family Fishing Trip!
Got what we came for
+64
Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
96%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
91%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
96%
Caught fish
96%
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Tyler M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Okies on the Gulf

VERIFIED   4-hr Trip โ€“ Trolling (PM) on July 3, 2025
From reservation to walking away with a huge bag of fish, our trip was perfect! There were 9 of us, 4 adults and 5 boys from...
Tyler M. recommends Back Down 2
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Michael B.
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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Great Trip

VERIFIED   5hr trip bottom fishing pm on July 16, 2025
Booked a 5hr trip for 3. Had a perfect time with my son and my 6 yr old grandson.ย  We missed a lot of fish but they put us...
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Matthew D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Four hour afternoon fishing trip

VERIFIED   4-hr Trip โ€“ Trolling (PM) on May 22, 2025
CPT Phil and Brian were amazing!!! They were super friendly and accommodating so we could catch the most fish. They were extremely...
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Shane S.
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 for grandson's birthday.

VERIFIED   5hr trip bottom fishing pm on July 23, 2025
We caught a ton of fish!ย  Chris was awesome working with the young kids, ages 10 and 11.ย  He was patient and enthusiastic.ย ...
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Brett G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fish On!

VERIFIED   6-hr Trip โ€“ Bottom/Trolling (AM) on May 19, 2025
Captain Phillips and his Mate Brian were great at getting us onto fish. We quickly limited out on snapper and caught several...
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