Fernandina Beach
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US $500
Captain
Scott Thompson
Fernandina Beach, United States
250+ reviews
My passion for fishing and being on the water began with my grandfather taking me fishing offshore in Ocean City, Maryland at the age of 6.The enjoyment I get from my clients excitement boating a grouper or my mate gaffing a Wahoo only adds to my passion to continue searching for that trophy wall hanger or bottom bumping for that reminiscent back water flounder.
Ronnie W.
First mate
Charter
Rating
4.8
296 reviews
4.7
Boat & Equipment
4.8
Captain & Crew
4.7
Fishing Experience
Anglers' gallery (228)
What anglers say
90%
Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
96%
Recommend this charter
93%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
83%
Caught fish
All reviews (296)
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J-j -ioh
Georgia, US•Member since 2026The captain canceled
Trip was supposed to happen on September 6, 2026The charter operator canceled 1 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
Nelson LaporteNew York, US•Member since 20265.0VerifiedOutstanding Fishing Trip
10 Hour - 2026 Red Snapper Season • 6 adultsWe had an incredible fishing trip today! The captain was outstanding—professional, knowledgeable, and worked hard to make sure everyone had a great experience. The boatmen were just as fantastic, always helping out, keeping lines in the water, and making the trip enjoyable from start to finish. Best of all, we caught tons of fish! It was an unforgettable day on the water, and you could tell the entire crew genuinely wanted everyone to have a successful trip. I highly recommend this captain and his crew to anyone looking for a great fishing experience. We’ll definitely be back!
Response from Captainthank you for your review it was a great day would you please send me all the pics.
Dirk JanssonGeorgia, US•Member since 20265.0VerifiedBetter than advertised
4 Hour Trip – Nearshore - 8:00 AM • 6 adults • 3 childrenCapt Scott and Ronnie are top class gentlemen in addition to being spot on with where and how to catch the fish. Helped us bring in a few nice sized sharks to show off pictures, then took us to another area to find fish we could take home and cook. This was awesome regardless, but especially if you have a curious young one looking to explore. Ronnie is great with both kids and adults; super patient and instructive. Captain Scott is warm, fun, and has some great stories. 4 hours was great for us, will book a longer one with them next time to get out into deeper waters. Experience was 11/10
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Richard EricksonChicago, IL, US•Member since 20265.0Verifiedcapt. Scott and 1st mate Jimmy are tbe best
3 hour Family/Kids Trip • 5 adults • 1 childCapt. Scott and Jimmy are absolutely first‑rate. Even on a slower fishing day — and that’s just the weather doing what it wants — they made the entire trip outstanding. Both were welcoming, patient, and incredibly inclusive with my whole crew. They kept my teenage son and daughter engaged, and even my 12‑year‑old was all in. Not a single screen was asked for, which tells you everything. Jimmy’s got about 101 stories, each more epic than the last, and Scott runs a smooth, comfortable, family‑friendly boat. We’d book with them again without hesitation and highly recommend them to anyone looking for a great day on the water.
Response from Captainthank you very much
CHIEF MAREZArkansas, US•Member since 20265.0VerifiedFan- Damn-Tastic trip!!
6 Hour Trip – Reef/Wreck - 1:00 PM • 6 adultsWe went out for a 6 hr trip Saturday. There were (4) of us. My wife, myself, brother, & dad. The boat and crew were ready to go! Captain Scott put us right on the fish and we caught and caught the fish. Jimmy the first mate is a hoot! Quiet the story teller. very animated! you can tell he loves the job. I recommend this Captain and his boat and crew to anyone looking to have a great day out on the water catch some nice ones! Thanks again Captain Scott! Sincerely, Chief and the gang
Response from Captainthank you Chief it was great having you on board
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- Pipe Dream Charters – Pipedream IIIFernandina Beach, FL
- Pipe Dream Charters – Pipedream IIIFernandina Beach, FL
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What's biting with Pipe Dream Charters – Pipedream III in Fernandina Beach
If you're looking for first-class inshore fishing, come visit now! The waters around the jetties are especially productive. Combined with mild weather, this is the perfect time for a family-friendly vacation.
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Fishing reports
South Atlantic Red Snapper Season
Sep 22, 2026 • Fernandina Beach
2026 South Atlantic Red Snapper Season is coming
Beginning October 9 thru October 22. Go deep and make a longer day to include m9re species.
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Customer Wanted a Hammer
Aug 30, 2026 • Fernandina Beach
He said he wanted a Hammer
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Noah parted the sea with this Gag Groupe
Jul 31, 2026 • Fernandina Beach
It was a picture perfect day calm seas and very little current at the ledge. 200 feet of water under the boat and the bait was hanging straight up and down for bottom fishing the ledge. Scamp grouper, Gag Grouper, Mutton Snapper, Vermilion Snapper, Amber jack and others.
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2026 Red Snapper Season
Nov 11, 2025 • Fernandina Beach
Hello Anglers,
Unbelievable news from Fernandina Beach .
Our Florida Governor Ron Desantis held a press conference this morning here at Fernandina Beach, Fl.
He and his staff along with FWC and others have been working hard to have control of the Red Snapper fishery along the Atlantic coast of Florida and it is now a reality that we will be having a Red Snapper season like we have not seen in years. Beginning May 22, 2026 thru June 30, 2026 Red Snapper season will be open. Then beginning in October 2026 we will have some weekends.
Pipe Dream Charters will be accepting bookings for 2026 Red Snapper Season. These open dates will not last long.
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The Red Fish were chewing today
Oct 28, 2025 • Fernandina Beach
We fished several spots before we found the bite and this spot was on fire.
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2025 fishing season
Jan 18, 2025 • Fernandina Beach
HELLO ANGLERS,
It's the beginning of a new year and already the bite is hot black sea bass, triggers, vermillion snapper and the endangered red snapper. The bite is so hot it's going to melt the snow that's forecast for northeast Florida this week.
Yesterday Pipe Dream III was 50 miles offshore bottom fishing. The Lane Snapper bite was on fire along with vermillion snapper and red snapper. We moved 20 miles closer to shore when the wind picked up. It didn't take long to start catching some nice black sea bass and vermillion snapper, we still couldn't escape the endangered red snapper, they are everywhere. Note, just a few day ago I did receive a NOAA bulletin about increasing our red snapper season for 2025.
Looking ahead into the upcoming 2025 season:
The Wahoo run is already starting, with some nice fish being weighed. Gulf stream blue water trolling for Tuna, Mahi, Wahoo, Sails and Blue Marlin will be heating up in March and their north bound migration should continue strong thru May. Deep drop bottom fishing for Mutton Snapper, Mangrove Snapper and other deep dwellers is happening now and will continue but getting out there is weather dependent. Grouper season opens May 1st.
March is typically when the Big Black Drum start showing up near shore and the Red Fish will fill in the gap between bites. March also ushers in near shore trolling for Spanish Mackerel. If you have young children the jetties and river offer some nonstop action for Whiting and the kids get a blast catching sharks.
As the waters warm and the pogies begin showing up the Kings are right behind them. Trolling for Kings is fast action as they will run 100 yards before you can blink. The Kings aren't the only ones chasing the pogies The Tarpon AKA " Silver King" will be trolling the jetties in search of some menhaden.
If you are meat hunters or just looking for some fast rod bending action, now is the time to book a charter with Pipe Dream Charters while we still have some available open dates. Call Capt. Scott at **hidden content** or **hidden content**
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