Captain
Jon Deloach

Member since December 2018 Hilton Head Island, United States
Background
Captain Jon DeLoach (you can call him "Gumbo!") has more than 20 years of local fishing knowledge and experience when it comes to the waters surrounding Hilton Head Island, SC. He moved to Hilton Head in 1977, and began fishing the north end of the island five years later. He's been reeling in a vast array of saltwater superstars ever since! Capt. Gumbo offers a variety of inshore and offshore trips, in which he loves to educate and entertain every guest, from brand-new fishermen to angling aficionados. He also has some serious bragging rights under his belt – since becoming a charter captain over 14 years ago, Capt. Gumbo has led several winning tournament teams.

Hey, I'm Captain Jon Deloach

Hilton Head Island, United States
Background
Captain Jon DeLoach (you can call him "Gumbo!") has more than 20 years of local fishing knowledge and experience when it comes to the waters surrounding Hilton Head Island, SC. He moved to Hilton Head in 1977, and began fishing the north end of the island five years later. He's been reeling in a vast array of saltwater superstars ever since! Capt. Gumbo offers a variety of inshore and offshore trips, in which he loves to educate and entertain every guest, from brand-new fishermen to angling aficionados. He also has some serious bragging rights under his belt – since becoming a charter captain over 14 years ago, Capt. Gumbo has led several winning tournament teams.
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(208 reviews)
Hilton Head Island
 3 bookings in the past week.
Trips from US $525

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 208 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (148)
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
93%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
92%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
81%
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Louis B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

June fishing trip

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip (AM) on June 29, 2025
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Aaron S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

February fishing trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on February 22, 2025
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Charles W.
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with Jon

VERIFIED   NEW  3 Hour Trip (PM) on July 15, 2025
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Matt M.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

June fishing trip

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip (PM) on June 20, 2025
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Carol S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Jon

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip (AM) on November 5, 2024
Carol S. recommends Pole Cat Charters
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