Patrick Hemphill
Captain

Patrick Hemphill

Fernandina Beach, United States
100+ reviews
Captain Patrick has been fishing in North Florida for over 34 years. He has his Merchant Mariner Credentials issued by the United States Coast Guard, holding a Master Inshore and OUPV Near Shore Operator Endorsement. Patrick has been a Law Enforcement Officer in North Florida for over 30 years but when he's not serving and protecting he is enjoying his hobby of fishing. He loves to share his excitement for fishing with all ages. Enjoy a great fishing trip in Fernandina Beach and the surrounding waters of NE Florida and let Captain Patrick show you the fun of catching!

Charter

Rating

5.0
109 reviews
5.0
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

100%
Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
96%
Caught fish

All reviews (109)

Showing 15 of 109 reviews
  • Chris Otoole
    Chris Otoole
    Repeat angler
    us
    Georgia, US
    Member since 2026
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    great guide!

    Half Day – Inshore/Backcountry (AM)3 adults

    Patrick was great! Very Helpful, We caught lots of sheephead, black drum, flounder, red fish and more.

    Reported catch:
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Flounder
    Response from Captain

    thank you Sir

  • Christopher Long
    Christopher Long
    us
    Tampa, FL, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    worth it

    Half Day – Inshore/Backcountry (AM)3 adults

    Bite was slow, Capt & Boat were A+

    Response from Captain

    Thank you Sir.

  • Owen Wilson
    Owen Wilson
    Repeat angler
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2022
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Most fish I've ever caught on a trip

    Half Day – Inshore/Backcountry (AM)4 adults

    Had a blast, caught a bunch of fish.

    Response from Captain

    Thank you sir it was great meeting you guys today.

  • Randy Owen
    Randy Owen
    us
    Kansas, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    December fishing trip

    Half Day – Inshore/Backcountry (AM)2 adults

    Yes we caught fish

    Response from Captain

    Thank you sir hope to see you guys again.

  • Randy Harrison
    Randy Harrison
    Repeat angler
    us
    Georgia, US
    Member since 2023
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome day on the water!!!

    3/4 Day Trip – Inshore/Backcountry4 adults

    This was by far the best fishing trip we’ve taken!! Captain Pat was fantastic!! My wife, 17 & 13 year old sons,& I all caught several fish. The boat was plenty large enough for us to fish without being right up under each other ,& Captan Pat knew where & how to catch fish. My 17 year old caught the largest bonnet head shark I’ve ever seen in person. Captain Pat was very good with explaining things to us & showed great patients with our boys. We’ll definitely book with Captain Pat again!! Great experience!

    Response from Captain

    Thank you Sir it was great meeting you guys. Hope to see you soon.

Real catches shared by our community

  • Gonna Miss Her Fishing Charters
    Gonna Miss Her Fishing ChartersFernandina Beach, FL
    Awsome
    David C.
    David C.
  • Gonna Miss Her Fishing Charters
    Gonna Miss Her Fishing ChartersFernandina Beach, FL
    Great day on the water!
    Doug M.
    Doug M.
  • Gonna Miss Her Fishing Charters
    Gonna Miss Her Fishing ChartersFernandina Beach, FL
    Nailed a bunch of keepers
    John N.
    John N.
  • Gonna Miss Her Fishing Charters
    Gonna Miss Her Fishing ChartersFernandina Beach, FL
    What a man!
    Christi C.
    Christi C.
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    Gonna Miss Her Fishing ChartersFernandina Beach, FL
    First fishing charter experience
    Brandy P.
    Brandy P.
  • Gonna Miss Her Fishing Charters
    Gonna Miss Her Fishing ChartersFernandina Beach, FL
    We Definitely Enjoyed our Time
    Jacob A.
    Jacob A.
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    August fishing trip
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    James C.
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    Fishing trip
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    Bill S.
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    July fishing trip
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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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