Mike Mcgahan
Captain

Mike Mcgahan

Pensacola, United States
Federal waters
50+ reviews
Captain Mike McGahan has been fishing the local waters for over 20 years. His main passion is bottom fishing for Snapper, Cobia, and other species found in these waters, but he also knows the shallow waters like the back of his hand. No matter your preferences or skill level, Capt. Mike will be happy to guide you through these abundant and diverse waters.

Charters

Rating

4.9
72 reviews
4.8
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

100%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
97%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
93%
Caught fish

All reviews (72)

Showing 1 – 5 of 72 reviews
  • Shemar James
    Shemar James
    us
    Alabama, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Trip!!!

    4 Hr – Fishing Adventure • 6 adults

    Mike is the Guy for this job! Great captain and even better person! It was my first time going deep sea fishing and we had a wonderful time! Book with Mike 10/10 highly recommend!

    Reported catch:
    Red Snapper
  • Jonathan Blanton
    Jonathan Blanton
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Captain Mike is a pro.

    Half Day Trip – Inshore (AM) • 2 adults

    My sixteen year old son and I had a fantastic day with Captain Mike. He got us out to where the fish were, understood our level of familiarity with the equipment, and kept us on the bite. All that, plus he was a really great guy. I will 100% seek Captain Mike out next time I’m in the Pensacola, Gulf Shores area. The extra drive was worth the expertise and great experience he gave us.

    Response from Captain

    Thank you Mr. Jonathan for the kind words . Come see again when you make it back. Thanks Capt Mike

  • Jeremy Roberts
    Jeremy Roberts
    us
    Colorado, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Mike

    3/4 Day Trip – Offshore • 4 adults • 1 child

    Mike was fantastic he made the best out of trip and really went above and beyond even though the weather was not ideal.

  • Jason Manor
    Jason Manor
    Repeat angler
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2022
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Half day trip

    Half Day Trip – Inshore (AM) • 2 adults

    Had an awesome time with Captian Mike. Really friendly and good conversations. Didn't get into any keepers but it wasnt from lack of knowledge or experience from the Captian just bad storms the few days prior that had the water all messed up.

    Response from Captain

    Thanks Jason looking forward to seeing you guys again .

  • Scott Burge
    Scott Burge
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    Worth wild trip

    Half Day Trip – Offshore • 4 adults

    Captain Mike is extremely knowledgeable put us right on the fish and is extremely patient and a great instructor for new anglers. I would recommend him many times over.

Real catches shared by our community

  • A group of anglers proudly displaying their catch of Red Snapper at the dock, showcasing a successful day of fishing.
    Fish 1
    Red Snapper
    Shemar J.
    Shemar J.
    Mike is the Guy for this job! Great captain and even better person! It was my first time going deep sea fishing and we had a wonderful time! Book with Mike 10/10 highly recommend!
  • A family poses proudly with their catch of various Snapper species on a sunny day at the dock, showcasing their successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Red Snapper
    Guy B.
    Guy B.
    Put us right on the fish. Caught a lot. Grandson caught 3 fish with a 2 line rig. And son-in-law caught almost record white snapper. Was great trip. Thanks Captain Mi
  • A display of freshly caught Red Snapper laid out on ice at the dock, with a fishing boat in the background.
    Fish 1
    Red Snapper
    Thomas L.
    Thomas L.
    Captain Mike put us on the fish and was great helping my grandson catching fish. Great time on the water
  • Adult angler proudly holding a large redfish on the bow of a fishing boat, with a coastal high-rise skyline in the background.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Redfish
    Mark M.
    Mark M.
    Captain Mike was awesome. He found the fish and kept me on the spot. I had a fish on every cast. It didn’t start that way. Captain Mike kept searching until we found them and finished they day with success. I’ll be back.
  • A selection of freshly caught fish, including Snapper and Grouper, displayed on a cleaning table, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Red Snapper
    Shawn W.
    Shawn W.
    Had a wonderful fun and fish filled day! Captain Mike is wonderful, fun and polite. We caught lots of fish. Lost a couple to sharks or dolphins. But, I highly recommend Capt Mike especially for the inexperienced. Look forward to seeing him again soon.
  • Angler holding a red snapper-style fish aboard a center-console boat offshore, with multiple fishing rods visible.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Vermilion Snapper
    Stephanie W.
    Stephanie W.
  • Had a Blast!
    Fish 1
    Red Snapper
    Christopher M.
    Christopher M.
    Captain Mike was a blast and knew exactly where the fish were!! Will book with him very soon!
  • Captain mike was great
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Red Snapper
    Joe W.
    Joe W.
    Kid friendly fun - appreciate it Mike!
  • Two adult anglers pose aboard a center-console boat while displaying a redfish over open water.
    Fish 1
    Red Snapper
    Jeejee B.
    Jeejee B.
    We had a great time. The water was rough but wasn’t the captains fault. We didn’t get to keep a lot of fish either because of the season not his fault either. The experience was great we want to do it in the summer when we can keep more of our catch
  • Two young anglers proudly displaying their catch of Red Snapper after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Red Snapper
    Peter B.
    Peter B.
    Been on plenty of charters. Use this guy. Put us on fish all day long! Lots of fun to be around and the kids had a blast. Money well spent and we will happily do it again the next time we're back. Awesome experience!!! Captain Mike what it's all about.

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