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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For Your Protection
For Your Protection
Jun 22, 2020 Crystal River
With everything going on in our world today we understand some people worry, well with Reel Time Outfitters there is no need to worry. Besides getting away from the everyday stress we here at Reel Time Outfitters keep our boats cleaned and sanitized. After every trip our boats are washed down with bleach. Our equipment is sprayed down also then the morning of a trip our equipment is wiped down with sanitizer. We want you to know we are here for you. Book with us to enjoy a day on the water away from this crazy mess.
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Scallop Season is just around the corner
Scallop Season is just around the corner
Jun 22, 2020 Crystal River
Scallop season starts July 1st and ends September 24th. The scallops are here this year and they are everywhere. Book now because these trips go fast. Join in on the largest in water Easter egg hunt.
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Shallow Water Grouper
Shallow Water Grouper
Jun 22, 2020 Crystal River
The grouper bite is on fire. We are catching them in 10-15 feet of water. These fish are so popular that even the sharks try to steal your catch while you are reeling. Book now to get your chance at a grouper. The fight is like no other.
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Shallow Water Grouper
Shallow Water Grouper
Jun 19, 2020 Crystal River
The grouper bite is on right now. We are shallow water grouper fishing in about 10-12 feet of water. Come book with us and get some grouper for the dinner table.
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Cobia
Cobia
Mar 24, 2020 Crystal River
The cobia has started showing up here crystal river. The bite is getting stronger as we start moving into summer time. We have been caughting them on Artificial baits and live baits.
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Spring time is in the air.
Spring time is in the air.
Feb 13, 2020 Crystal River
Spring time is approaching fast and the trout bite is fired up. The speckled Seatrout are moving out of the backcountry and moving onto the beautiful grass flats of Crystal River. Our bait of choice is artificial right now for our trout using popping corks and your favorite soft plastic bait. Book a trip with us here at Reel Time Outfitters and we will put you on the fish.
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 406 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
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Appropriate for children
98%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
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Jimmy C.
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Fishing with Leon

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

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip โ€“ Crappie & Bass on April 1, 2025
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Katie C.
Excellent
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Great fishing experience

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip โ€“ Crappie & Bass on March 13, 2025
Leon was a great, knowledgeable, friendly guide and captain. My son and I really enjoyed our bass fishing experience on lake...
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Jim S.
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4.7 / 5
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Very good
4.0 / 5
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Captian Leo---very professinal

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip โ€“ Crappie & Bass on November 30, 2024
We went fishing the day a cold front came through and fishing was a little tough but capt. Leo worked his rear off trying....
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Dominique S.
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10/10!!!

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (AM) MAX 4 on November 25, 2024
The experience was amazing, the captain was amazing, and they will show you what fishing is all about! This is the charter...
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