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Trade Winds Charter Fishing
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Trade Winds Charter Fishing

Destin, United States
Veteran owned
Federal waters
Angler's choice
250+ reviews
Captain Larry Meyer is a U.S. Military Veteran with many decades of fishing experience to his credit. As well as mastering the local waters and perfecting the cast, Larry has successfully taken part in many fishing tournaments. His fishing charters aboard the TradeWinds specialize in bottom fishing and trolling.
Larry M.
Larry M.
Captain
AJ C.
AJ C.
First mate
Brian H.
Brian H.
Business partner
Justin H.
Justin H.
First mate

Charter

Rating

4.7
267 reviews
4.7
Boat & Equipment
4.8
Captain & Crew
4.7
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

91%
Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
94%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
99%
Satisfied with the boat
86%
Caught fish

All reviews (267)

Showing 1 – 5 of 267 reviews
  • Tommy Vollmar
    Tommy Vollmar
    us
    Tennessee, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fun! Fish! and New Friends

    6 Hour Snapper Spectacular - 1:00 PM • 4 adults

    From the moment our trip was bookes Justin & AJ were super friendly and accommodating. They were quick to bait a hook and drop a funny joke. our boy (15 & 13) all said they 100% want to go back next year! We hit our max of red snapper for the day.

    Reported catch:
    Red Snapper
    Vermilion Snapper
    Response from Charter operator

    Your boys were a treat. come back anytime!

  • Brandon Goodall
    Brandon Goodall
    us
    Missouri, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Family Fun!

    4-5 Hour Gulf Sampler Excursion - 8:00 AM • 9 adults • 3 children

    We recently went on the Gulf Sampler with TradeWinds and it did not disappoint. The entire crew is top notch. From the communication before trip to even after they made sure we had what we needed. We had parents, grandparents, kiddos, auntie’s and uncle’s. They did a great job accommodating everyone and assisting while fishing. Thanks for the memories and fishing stories!

    Response from Charter operator

    Thank you so much for fishing with us, we had a great time, too! Come back with us anytime, and next time let’s do a longer trip and target the trophies! 

  • James Wilson
    James Wilson
    Repeat angler
    us
    West Virginia, US
    Member since 2021
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Rough water

    6 Hours Fishing Fantasy - 6:15 AM • 8 adults

    was a good trip. top notch capitan and firstmate. even with the rough water they handled it well and put us on lots of fish

    Response from Charter operator

    Thanks for fishing with us. Come back anytime!

  • nathan detandt
    nathan detandt
    us
    South Carolina, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fish on!!

    6 Hour Snapper Spectacular • 3 adults • 1 child

    Had a great time with Captain Larry, and AJ today! Caught snapper, triggers, flounder and had a blast!

    Reported catch:
    Red Snapper
    Response from Charter operator

    thank you so much for fishing with us. It was rough, but we had a good time and we appreciate you!

  • Kevin Erickson
    Kevin Erickson
    us
    Colorado, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great trip

    6 Hour Snapper Spectacular - 6:30 AM • 8 adults

    Overall great trip and boat was huge to spreadout!

    Reported catch:
    Red Snapper
    Vermilion Snapper
    Gray Triggerfish
    Response from Charter operator

    Thank you so much for fishing with us. glad you caught em up!

Real catches shared by our community

  • TradeWinds Charter Boat
    TradeWinds Charter BoatDestin, FL
    Best trip ever
    Weizhi B.
    Weizhi B.
  • TradeWinds Charter Boat
    TradeWinds Charter BoatDestin, FL
    Such a blast! Crew was awesome- highly recommend
    Matt B.
    Matt B.
  • TradeWinds Charter Boat
    TradeWinds Charter BoatDestin, FL
    Great Trip
    William H.
    William H.
  • TradeWinds Charter Boat
    TradeWinds Charter BoatDestin, FL
    Great trip
    Kevin E.
    Kevin E.
  • TradeWinds Charter Boat
    TradeWinds Charter BoatDestin, FL
    Fun! Fish! and New Friends
    Tommy V.
    Tommy V.
  • TradeWinds Charter Boat
    TradeWinds Charter BoatDestin, FL
    Fish on!!
    nathan d.
    nathan d.
  • TradeWinds Charter Boat
    TradeWinds Charter BoatDestin, FL
    Fishing with Brian
    James W.
    James W.
  • TradeWinds Charter Boat
    TradeWinds Charter BoatDestin, FL
    Great crew
    Joey B.
    Joey B.
  • TradeWinds Charter Boat
    TradeWinds Charter BoatDestin, FL
    good time
    Matt D.
    Matt D.
  • TradeWinds Charter Boat
    TradeWinds Charter BoatDestin, FL
    Family Fun!
    Brandon G.
    Brandon G.

What's biting with TradeWinds Charter Boat in Destin

Three words: Destin Fishing Rodeo. Over 30,000 anglers come to town over the whole month of October with a competition to suit all kinds of angler. Come and test your skills to be in with the chance of a top prize.

Top catches for October

Fishing reports

Two young anglers actively reeling in fish while fishing on a charter boat in open waters.

Rough Seas

Jun 15, 2026 • Destin
Man they hung in there. Despite the rough seas our folks got it done!
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Angler proudly displaying a large Red Snapper on a fishing charter, showcasing a successful day on the water.

Filled the Board

Jun 13, 2026 • Destin
Dolphins and sharks didnt really bother us too much thank goodness, so we filled the board with lots of species. Nice haul of red snappers, mingo snappers, white snappers, a red grouper, and a strawberry grouper.
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A group of anglers proudly showcasing their catch of Red Snapper on a catch board at the marina, celebrating a successful fishing trip.

Dont worry, we left some for you to catc

Jun 12, 2026 • Destin
Fishing was GREAT. Came home with a board full of red snapper, vermillion snapper, two Almaco jacks, a Bonita, and an extra basket overflowing with mingos.
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A family poses proudly in front of their catch displayed on a board after a successful fishing trip, showcasing a variety of fish at the marina.

4/29 Four Hour Power

Apr 29, 2026 • Destin
Our friends went fishing with us today on a 4 hour trip. Nothing bit on the troll, but they came home with 12 mingo snapper and 1 triggerfish. (Not pictured are the other 6 mingos and 27 triggerfish that didnt quite make the cut). Great job guys!
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A group of anglers proudly displaying their catch of Red Snapper on a charter fishing trip, with the TradeWinds boat in the background.

What. A. DAY!

Apr 25, 2026 • Destin
Our friends absolutely smashed the fish today. Limited out on Mingo Snappers (140 of those plus 35 that got thrown back), a white snapper, and 25 speedos came back with us. Also sent back home was 4 red snappers, 26 triggerfish, 11 grunts and 7 squirrel fish. Nonstop tugging on fish and even the dolphins ate too much (thieves!!!).
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A group of anglers proudly posing with their catch of Red Snapper displayed on a board at the marina after a successful fishing trip.

Great week on the water!

Apr 18, 2026 • Destin
This weekend yielded excellent weather and even better fishing. Roughly 100 vermillion snappers (mingos), 3 triggerfish, a couple pogies (white snapper), and a nice red grouper.
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