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Steve Brown's Lock N Load Charters
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Steve Brown's Lock N Load Charters

Destin, United States
Angler's choice
100+ reviews
Captain Steve Brown is a Tennessee native. Growing up, Steve spent most of his time hunting and fishing the banks of the Tennessee River. When Steve graduated with a degree in theology, he went to professionally guide hunting trips in central Montana. But the waters of the 'World's Luckiest Fishing Village' have always been his dream. Steve moved to Destin in 2001 and began learning from other captains and anglers along the Emerald Coast. Eventually, he won 'Captain of the Year' in 2011 and the world famous 'Destin Fishing Rodeo.'

Charter

Rating

4.8
243 reviews
4.8
Boat & Equipment
4.9
Captain & Crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

96%
Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
96%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
99%
Satisfied with the boat
90%
Caught fish

All reviews (243)

Showing 1 – 5 of 243 reviews
  • Ashlyn Smith
    Ashlyn Smith
    us
    Louisiana, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Had a great time!

    Half Day Trip (AM) • 6 adults • 2 children

    Great time. We fish regularly at home but wanted to catch things we dont normally and we did just that. 3 amberjacks, 2 snappers and we hooked onto a shark and we all battled for 30 mins before the line finally snapped. Husband saw it right as the line snapped. Capt Steve seems to know his stuff. We were put on fish everytime with barely any delays. We had 2 adults. 2 teen girls and 2 young boys and we all thoroughly enjoyed it.

    Reported catch:
    Amberjack
    Red Snapper
    Response from Charter operator

    I really enjoyed taking you guys, you were so wonderful, it took a little longer catching bait, but I wanted to give you some extra time and it paid off, you guys did fantastic. Such a wonderful family! ❤️

  • Rebecca Yumoto
    Rebecca Yumoto
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    So much fun!

    Half Day Trip (AM) • 6 adults

    Captain Steve was great! He is very knowledgeable and helpful! We all were able to catch some fish using a variety of techniques. I would definitely recommend. We did the morning 4 hour and it was great for us. We ended before it got too warm an still had lots of time to enjoy the rest of the day. Steve even fileted our fish that we caught and kept.

    Response from Charter operator

    Ya’ll are a Fishing Guide’s dream! Absolutely hands-down the best customers I’ve had this summer. Thank you so much for choosing to fish with me. What a blast! 🤩

  • James Collings
    James Collings
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    my first fishing charter

    Half Day Trip (PM) • 6 adults

    This was my first charter ishin trip. Captain Steve was great. Two days after a hurricane and he was able to ge us on fish. Two of our party got sea sick and he was able to help us get through it. Great guy, great boat. I will recommend him to anyone headed this way. Thanks Steve.

    Response from Charter operator

    what a great time! Thanks so much for fishing with me 🙏

  • Dante Marzetta
    Dante Marzetta
    us
    Georgia, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome Trip!

    Half Day Trip (AM) • 3 adults

    Captain Steve was awesome! It was a great trip and Steve is incredibly knowledgeable of the areas. He put us in some great spots. Only regret is that I should’ve made the trip six hours instead of four. 

    Reported catch:
    Red Snapper
    Blacktip Shark
    Vermilion Snapper
    Response from Charter operator

    it was a great trip, we had some great bites, unfortunately, the sharks got way too aggressive on your big snapper! Thank you so much for fishing with me. It was so much fun 🥰

  • Cameron Fulgenzi
    Cameron Fulgenzi
    us
    Alabama, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    We had a fantastic time!

    Half Day Trip (AM) • 2 adults

    We went on a high swell day and Captain put us on a spot close by about a mile or two out. We hooked a Marlin, a very big shark, and we caught some Bonita! Highly Recommend!

    Response from Charter operator

    very rough seas, you guys were great! I sure wish we could’ve landed that bill fish, but it was very cool to see him greyhounding behind the boat! Thanks for booking with me 🙏

Real catches shared by our community

  • Lock N Load Charters
    Lock N Load ChartersDestin, FL
    Angler proudly displaying a large Amberjack while fishing on a charter boat in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Gray Triggerfish
    Rebecca Y.
    Rebecca Y.
    Captain Steve was great! He is very knowledgeable and helpful! We all were able to catch some fish using a variety of techniques. I would definitely recommend. We did the morning 4 hour and it was great for us. We ended before it got too warm an still had lots of time to enjoy the rest of the day. Steve even fileted our fish that we caught and kept.
  • Lock N Load Charters
    Lock N Load ChartersDestin, FL
    A young angler proudly displaying a large Red Grouper while fishing offshore.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Red Grouper
    Jose B.
    Jose B.
  • Lock N Load Charters
    Lock N Load ChartersDestin, FL
    A group of anglers proudly posing in front of a catch board displaying several Red Snapper after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Red Snapper
    James C.
    James C.
    This was my first charter ishin trip. Captain Steve was great. Two days after a hurricane and he was able to ge us on fish. Two of our party got sea sick and he was able to help us get through it. Great guy, great boat. I will recommend him to anyone headed this way. Thanks Steve.
  • Lock N Load Charters
    Lock N Load ChartersDestin, FL
    Angler proudly displaying a large Red Snapper while fishing offshore, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Red Snapper
    Dante M.
    Dante M.
    Captain Steve was awesome! It was a great trip and Steve is incredibly knowledgeable of the areas. He put us in some great spots. Only regret is that I should’ve made the trip six hours instead of four. 
  • Lock N Load Charters
    Lock N Load ChartersDestin, FL
    Young angler proudly holding a large amberjack aboard an offshore fishing boat, with an adult beside him.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Sandbar Shark
    Matthew D.
    Matthew D.
     Captain Steve was fantastic, put us on the fish and made the overall experience terrific 
  • Lock N Load Charters
    Lock N Load ChartersDestin, FL
    Angler proudly displaying a large Grouper while fishing offshore, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Red Grouper
    Brian G.
    Brian G.
    Fishing with Captain Steve was awesome, caught a lot, had a lot of fun!
  • Lock N Load Charters
    Lock N Load ChartersDestin, FL
    Young angler proudly holding a large fish while fishing offshore, showcasing a successful catch.
    Fish 1
    Jack Crevalle
    John A.
    John A.
    2nd time with captain Steve. He put is in fish both days. Great family fishing trip.
  • Lock N Load Charters
    Lock N Load ChartersDestin, FL
    A young angler proudly displaying a large fish while fishing on a sunny day at sea.
    Fish 1
    Red Snapper
    Ashlyn S.
    Ashlyn S.
    Great time. We fish regularly at home but wanted to catch things we dont normally and we did just that. 3 amberjacks, 2 snappers and we hooked onto a shark and we all battled for 30 mins before the line finally snapped. Husband saw it right as the line snapped. Capt Steve seems to know his stuff. We were put on fish everytime with barely any delays. We had 2 adults. 2 teen girls and 2 young boys and we all thoroughly enjoyed it.
  • Lock N Load Charters
    Lock N Load ChartersDestin, FL
    Angler proudly holding a large amberjack-like fish aboard a fishing boat offshore.
    Brian D.
    Brian D.
    had an amaxing time and caught some awesome fish. captywas awesome
  • Lock N Load Charters
    Lock N Load ChartersDestin, FL
    Angler proudly displaying a large Red Snapper alongside a Mackerel at a dock, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Red Snapper
    Todd M.
    Todd M.
    3-5 foot waves and rain. captian kept us on the fish

What's biting with Lock N Load Charters in Destin

Fishing in Destin has to cool down at some point – but not in November! Make the most of the end of the pelagic season, while bay and bottom fishing is still on fire. Fill your boat to fill the freezer for the holidays!

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