Captain
Leon Hampton

Member since September 2015 Crystal River, United States
Background
Captain Leon has fished his entire life and dreamed about the waters being his desk some day. In 2014, in order to pursue his lifelong dream, Captain Leon became a licensed charter captain. He loves showing guests his world of fishing and teaching them new things. Captain Leon is also a passionate hunter.
Techniques
With hunting and fishing you really have to pay attention to what your going out to catch/bag. Red fishing is my passion but I will throw a line at anything in the water. We also offer scalloping trips when in season. I use the best in fishing equipment and tackle. Hunting on the other hand, the scenery is just as beautiful as the water. With our company we do duck hunts, gator hunts and turkey hunts all when in season. We either supply the guns and ammunition or you can bring your own.

Hey, I'm Captain Leon Hampton

Crystal River, United States
Background
Captain Leon has fished his entire life and dreamed about the waters being his desk some day. In 2014, in order to pursue his lifelong dream, Captain Leon became a licensed charter captain. He loves showing guests his world of fishing and teaching them new things. Captain Leon is also a passionate hunter.
Techniques
With hunting and fishing you really have to pay attention to what your going out to catch/bag. Red fishing is my passion but I will throw a line at anything in the water. We also offer scalloping trips when in season. I use the best in fishing equipment and tackle. Hunting on the other hand, the scenery is just as beautiful as the water. With our company we do duck hunts, gator hunts and turkey hunts all when in season. We either supply the guns and ammunition or you can bring your own.
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Fishing Reports

Sheepshead bite on Fire
Sheepshead bite on Fire
Jan 2, 2022 Crystal River
This month through next month the sheepshead bite is going to be good. Come on and book now to get on some of these fun fighting fish and they taste Delicious.
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Trout bite on fire
Trout bite on fire
Dec 31, 2021 Crystal River
The trout bite is still going strong and its just going to get better as the season goes on. The big girls are here and wanting to play right now. Come join us for a great time on the water.
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Its Redfish Time
Its Redfish Time
Oct 17, 2020 Crystal River
The redfish are hungry and looking for someone to come feed them. Book a trip now to get your change to feed the redfish so you can take them home and they can feed you.
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Snook season is here!
Snook season is here!
Oct 6, 2020 Crystal River
Capt Leon caught this beauty the other day while scouting some new fishing areas. He brought it home to cook up. This was one delicious fish. Book now to get your snook for dinner.
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The boys are back in town...
The boys are back in town...
Oct 1, 2020 Crystal River
Take a look at these monsters (well for Florida). The resfish are hungry and loving the mud minnows. Book now to get your monster before they are gone.
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My oh my - Itโ€™s Grouper Time
My oh my - Itโ€™s Grouper Time
Sep 30, 2020 Crystal River
Grouper is one of the best tasting fish around. Fry it up and pair it with cabata bread topped with tarter sauce, lettuce and tomato and you go yourself a yummy fried grouper sandwhich. Book Today!
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Recommend this charter
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Appropriate for children
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Hugh S.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Very good
4.0 / 5
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Reel deal with Reel time

VERIFIED   Full Day of Scalloping & Fishing on August 30, 2024
Great charter in the Crystal River area! The bite was slow for most of the morning but started to pick up as the tide fell...
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Randy R.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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8hr. Fishing Trip

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip (MAX 4) on March 23, 2025
Caught a bunch of Trout and Spanish Mackeral. Couldnโ€™t get the Reds to bite. Had a great time and brought home a bunch of...
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David C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Made the most of it!

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip โ€“ Crappie & Bass on February 21, 2025
It was 36 degrees when we left the dock.ย  Caption Leon was amazing and we caught a ton of fish.ย  My 9 year old had a blast.ย ...
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Jimmy C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Leon

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (AM) MAX 4 on June 3, 2025
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Brian A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Leon

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip โ€“ Crappie & Bass on April 1, 2025
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