Captain

Stephen Bailey

Languages: English
Experience: 9 years

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Captain
Stephen Bailey

Member since May 2020 Jacksonville, United States

Background: I believe it's not only about the fish you hook up on, or the great photos and memories of fish caught, but getting to enjoy life on the water as we Floridians proudly call it. Welcome to my backyard! I have fished all my life, and passionate about seeing people catch fish, even more than I love to. Creating lasting memories and a day out on the water catching fish is my goal.
Techniques: My passion is to take people of ALL skill levels offshore fishing here in the beautiful Atlantic Ocean. We target fish just off the beaches sometimes, and all the way out to 25 miles depending on seasons, weather, and sea conditions.

Hey, I'm Captain Stephen Bailey

Jacksonville, United States

Background: I believe it's not only about the fish you hook up on, or the great photos and memories of fish caught, but getting to enjoy life on the water as we Floridians proudly call it. Welcome to my backyard! I have fished all my life, and passionate about seeing people catch fish, even more than I love to. Creating lasting memories and a day out on the water catching fish is my goal.
Techniques: My passion is to take people of ALL skill levels offshore fishing here in the beautiful Atlantic Ocean. We target fish just off the beaches sometimes, and all the way out to 25 miles depending on seasons, weather, and sea conditions.

Reviews

My Charter Listing

Bailey's Charters

5.0 / 5

(24 reviews)

5.0 / 5

(24 reviews)

Angler's choice

Jacksonville • 25 ft • 4 persons

3 bookings in the past week.

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Trips from US $550

Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0 / 5

out of 5 stars from 24 reviews

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Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Experience

5.0 / 5

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Angler rating

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4 stars		0
3 stars		0
2 stars		0
1 star		0

Anglers claimed

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

Appropriate for children
	100%
Satisfied with the boat
	100%
Caught fish
	100%

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Hunter D.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Fishing with Stephen

VERIFIED NEW 6 hr Inshore/Nearshore Trip on July 2, 2025

Hunter D.

5.0 / 5

Jul 2, 2025

6 hr Inshore/Nearshore Trip

Fishing with Stephen

VERIFIED NEW

Very personable captain. Made sure to put us on fish when conditions were not in our favor. Very good with beginners and experienced fisherman. Very clean boat and good equipment

Very personable captain. Made sure to put us on fish when conditions were not in our favor. Very good with beginners and experienced...

Hunter D. recommends Bailey's Charters

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Stephen Bailey (The Captain)

Replied on July 6, 2025

Thank you Hunter, and for being patient. As captain’s, no matter how much experience and knowledge we might have in catching fish, sometimes getting them to eat, the weather, or finding them in the locations the fish are usually in, is out of our control. So thankful for that massive Cobia you caught at the last possible moment! Hope to see you again sometime. Thank you for booking a charter with me. I appreciate it. Captain Stephen XO

Stephen Bailey (The Captain)

Replied on July 6, 2025

Captain replied

Ashley L.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Fantastic day with Captain Bailey!

VERIFIED 4 hr Inshore/Nearshore Trip on March 2, 2025

Ashley L.

5.0 / 5

Mar 2, 2025

4 hr Inshore/Nearshore Trip

Fantastic day with Captain Bailey!

VERIFIED

Had an awesome time with Captain Bailey! Despite the weather not being in our favor, he was determined to ensure we caught some fish. Captain Bailey was professional, friendly, and really knowledgeable. He took the time to teach us various fishing techniques. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a fun and memorable day on the water!

Had an awesome time with Captain Bailey! Despite the weather not being in our favor, he was determined to ensure we caught...

Ashley L. recommends Bailey's Charters

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Stephen Bailey (The Captain)

Replied on March 6, 2025

Yes, weather and the cold front wasn’t great, but we found a few fish that wanted to play, and seas we could fish in. Thank you very much for the review and booking a charter with me. Hope you land that job interview and get to move to Jacksonville! We have a great city, people, and fishing of course!

Stephen Bailey (The Captain)

Replied on March 6, 2025

Captain replied

Adam C.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Work hard to put you on the fish!

VERIFIED 4 hr Inshore/Nearshore Trip on October 12, 2024

Adam C.

5.0 / 5

Oct 12, 2024

4 hr Inshore/Nearshore Trip

Work hard to put you on the fish!

VERIFIED

After hurricane Milton went through we decided to give it a couple of days to settle the water, but there was so much water that the conditions were still less than ideal. But Captain Bailey found several fish of different species for me and my boys. Had a blast and brought home enough fish for a good meal or two.

After hurricane Milton went through we decided to give it a couple of days to settle the water, but there was so much water...

Adam C. recommends Bailey's Charters

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Stuart G.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Amazing

VERIFIED 4 hr Inshore/Nearshore Trip on July 24, 2024

Stuart G.

5.0 / 5

Jul 24, 2024

4 hr Inshore/Nearshore Trip

Amazing

VERIFIED

Captain Stephen is awesome. Super passionate about getting everyone on the boat hooked up and catching fish. Keeps the mood light and fun, is the perfect combination of intense and motivation 100% will be back for another trip!

Captain Stephen is awesome. Super passionate about getting everyone on the boat hooked up and catching fish. Keeps the mood...

Stuart G. recommends Bailey's Charters

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Stephen Bailey (The Captain)

Replied on July 29, 2024

Hi Stuart, and thank you! Yes, I want people to not only hook up on fish, but learn and help them actually get them into the boat. Not an easy thing as people don’t always expect the strength and power they have. I love to teach and share my years of experience and knowledge, especially with people who haven’t fished before. Thanks for booking a charter with Baileyscharters!

Stephen Bailey (The Captain)

Replied on July 29, 2024

Captain replied

Timothy L.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Great time

VERIFIED 4 hr Inshore/Nearshore Trip on March 19, 2025

Timothy L.

5.0 / 5

Mar 19, 2025

4 hr Inshore/Nearshore Trip

Great time

VERIFIED

Family of four had a great time Captain was great with the kids

Timothy L. recommends Bailey's Charters

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Stephen Bailey (The Captain)

Replied on March 20, 2025

Thank you Timothy, it was a pleasure meeting you and your family, and taking you all out for some fishing. Love to see and hear the excitement of the kids, it’s great! They were both really great to have on the boat. Captain Stephen Bailey

Stephen Bailey (The Captain)

Replied on March 20, 2025

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Fantastic day with Captain Bailey!

Fantastic day with Captain Bailey!

Work hard to put you on the fish!

Work hard to put you on the fish!

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