Mark Gay
Captain

Mark Gay

St. Cloud, United States
Angler's choice
100+ reviews
Fishing is something Captain Mark is very passionate about and he has always loved spending time with friends and family doing it. It was always his dream to be able to do it for a living and now he is living that dream!

Charters

Rating

4.8
179 reviews
4.8
Boat & Equipment
4.9
Captain & Crew
4.7
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

90%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
96%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
84%
Caught fish

All reviews (179)

Showing 1 – 5 of 179 reviews
  • Jessica Vanwanzeele
    Jessica Vanwanzeele
    us
    Indiana, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Absolute Blast catching fish!

    4 Hour Trip (AM) • 5 adults

    Mark was amazing. Was early and ready to go. The ride out into the Gulf at sunrise was breathtaking. Fishing started off a little slow and then it really took off! As that tie started coming in the bites just kept coming. We caught White Trout, we caught some monster Black Drums and we caught a boatload of Sheepshead. I think we went home with 18 Sheepshead that will oack the freezer. Thank's again Mark! You were funny and knowledgeable.

    Reported catch:
    Black Drum
    Sheepshead
    Speckled Trout
    Redfish
  • Tommie Jones
    Tommie Jones
    us
    Mississippi, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome Experience!!

    4 Hour Trip (AM) • 5 adults

    We had a wonderful time with Captain Mark. He was very nice, friendly and patient with us. There were some storms around this morning, and the bite wasn’t great; but we still caught some nice fish. My mom and daughter caught some red fish, and my son and husband caught some nice sheepshead. I caught a speckled trout which was a first for me and for all of us. It was a great time with family making memories we will never forget. Mark was very knowledgeable and made sure we had a good trip. We will definitely book again.

    Reported catch:
    Redfish
    Sheepshead
    Speckled Trout
    Response from Captain

    thank you for the review and thank you for coming out fishing with me. i hope to see yall again. im glad we were able to steer clear of the storms and get yall of some nice fish.

  • Lexia Bailey
    Lexia Bailey
    us
    Arkansas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing time!

    4 Hour Trip (AM) • 5 adults

    My family and I had a blast! Captain Mark was very helpful and very (obviously) experienced. This was our first time fishing in the ocean, and I will definitely be one for the books. He helped us put the bait on the hooks, cast lines, and get the fish off the hooks. He also cleaned we fish we kept so we could go have it prepared to eat. 10/10 would book again!

    Reported catch:
    Redfish
    Response from Captain

    Thank you for the review. Im glad yall had a great time. That fish looks delicious. I hope to see yall again.

  • Rachel Sims
    Rachel Sims
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    first time fishing! so much fun

    4 Hour Trip (PM) • 2 adults

    Captain Mark was absolutely amazing! He was knowledgeable, patient, and made sure we had a great time from start to finish. He worked hard to get us on the fish and made the trip fun for everyone. If you’re looking for a professional captain who truly cares about giving you a great experience, I highly recommend Captain Mark. We can’t wait to book another trip!

    Response from Captain

    Thank yall so much for the great review I hope to see yall aging in the future.

  • Rebecca Rainwater
    Rebecca Rainwater
    us
    Arkansas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Caught plenty and had a great time!

    4 Hour Trip (AM) • 5 adults

    Mark was great from the start and put us on fish immediately. Mark was friendly and helpful and put my whole family on fish. He recommended a restaurant nearby to cook our catch fresh (McElroy's Harborhouse which was also great!). The boat was big enough for all of us. We would absolutely book again

    Reported catch:
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Speckled Trout
    Response from Captain

    thank you for the great review and coming out fishing. im glad yall had a blast. i hope to see yall again in the future. great pics btw.

Real catches shared by our community

  • Two anglers display multiple large drum fish aboard a boat in a coastal bay setting.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Black Drum
    Cynthia M.
    Cynthia M.
    We ended up catching 32 Sheepshead. What a great time with Captain Mark on the Double Hooker!!
  • Adult angler proudly holding a large drum fish aboard a center-console boat in a calm marina.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Black Drum
    Jessica V.
    Jessica V.
    Mark was amazing. Was early and ready to go. The ride out into the Gulf at sunrise was breathtaking. Fishing started off a little slow and then it really took off! As that tie started coming in the bites just kept coming. We caught White Trout, we caught some monster Black Drums and we caught a boatload of Sheepshead. I think we went home with 18 Sheepshead that will oack the freezer. Thank's again Mark! You were funny and knowledgeable.
  • Double Hooker Charters
    Double Hooker ChartersD'Iberville, MS
    Angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while fishing on a boat in a coastal waterway.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Redfish
    Craig M.
    Craig M.
    this was the best fishing trip i ever had. the Guide is awesome! will be booking inthe near future!
  • A variety of fish including striped bass and flounder laid out on a cleaning table at a dock, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Redfish
    Book now to get in on the action. The reds are eating good.
  • Double Hooker Charters
    Double Hooker ChartersD'Iberville, MS
    Angler proudly displaying a large Redfish at the dock, showcasing a successful day of fishing.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Lexia B.
    Lexia B.
    My family and I had a blast! Captain Mark was very helpful and very (obviously) experienced. This was our first time fishing in the ocean, and I will definitely be one for the books. He helped us put the bait on the hooks, cast lines, and get the fish off the hooks. He also cleaned we fish we kept so we could go have it prepared to eat. 10/10 would book again!
  • Double Hooker Charters
    Double Hooker ChartersD'Iberville, MS
    Multiple redfish and other inshore species arranged on a boat cleaning table, with pelicans gathered in the surrounding water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +2
    Redfish
    James S.
    James S.
    We went fishing with my son (who fishes frequently) and nephew (who has never really been fishing). He was very patient, helped my nephew learn a lot, and was very informative. Helped us find the fish when all of the other charters were unsuccessful that day!
  • Double Hooker Charters
    Double Hooker ChartersD'Iberville, MS
    Angler proudly displaying a caught fish while fishing on a sunny day, showcasing a vibrant fishing environment.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Rachel S.
    Rachel S.
    Captain Mark was absolutely amazing! He was knowledgeable, patient, and made sure we had a great time from start to finish. He worked hard to get us on the fish and made the trip fun for everyone. If you’re looking for a professional captain who truly cares about giving you a great experience, I highly recommend Captain Mark. We can’t wait to book another trip!
  • Double Hooker Charters
    Double Hooker ChartersD'Iberville, MS
    A young angler proudly displaying a large Black Drum caught under a pier, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Black Drum
    Kazia R.
    Kazia R.
    Captain Mark was super sweet and extremely helpful! We had a great time and caugh lots of fish! 10/10
  • Double Hooker Charters
    Double Hooker ChartersD'Iberville, MS
    Young angler proudly holding a large fish on a dock, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Greg T.
    Greg T.
    Captain Mark was great ! Did his best all day to put us on fish !
  • Double Hooker Charters
    Double Hooker ChartersD'Iberville, MS
    A young woman is reeling in a fish while fishing from a boat in a scenic waterway, showcasing an engaging fishing experience.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Jamie N.
    Jamie N.
    captain mark was amazing. we caught some big one! looking forward to our next trip!

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