Captain
Jake Derado

Member since May 2017 Clearwater, United States
Background
Captain Jake Derado is a Full-time guide, and a 3rd generation fisherman who comes from a "fishy" bloodline! He's a U.S. Coast Guard certified Captain with plenty of experience in the Clearwater/Tampa Bay area. He knows the history of the area and is happy to share many stories with you along the way! Jake has been fishing the local waters since he was old enough to walk and had multiple family members who shared their passion of fishing and guided him along the way. As a kid Jake used to ride his bike over 20 miles a day hunting down the best fishing spots, until he was old enough to drive, but it didn't stop there! He purchased his first boat at the age of 16 and made extra money by selling bait to the local bait shops to pay for fishing trips with friends. After graduating high school and for the next 4 years, he found himself working on multiple fishing boats as a reputable first mate. Once the prerequisites were met, he went to “Sea school” to earn his Merchant Mariner Credentials (Captains License). Immediately following, Jake was offered a position with Coastal Chaos. Needless to say, he fit right in! For about 2 years he ran trips and built a stellar reputation and clientele for himself along with countless great reviews. He is living his long term dream as he is now the Owner/CEO of Coastal Chaos. All in all, Jake is a very fun, enthusiastic and serious Captain who FLAT OUT LOVES TO FISH!

Hey, I'm Captain Jake Derado

Clearwater, United States
Background
Captain Jake Derado is a Full-time guide, and a 3rd generation fisherman who comes from a "fishy" bloodline! He's a U.S. Coast Guard certified Captain with plenty of experience in the Clearwater/Tampa Bay area. He knows the history of the area and is happy to share many stories with you along the way! Jake has been fishing the local waters since he was old enough to walk and had multiple family members who shared their passion of fishing and guided him along the way. As a kid Jake used to ride his bike over 20 miles a day hunting down the best fishing spots, until he was old enough to drive, but it didn't stop there! He purchased his first boat at the age of 16 and made extra money by selling bait to the local bait shops to pay for fishing trips with friends. After graduating high school and for the next 4 years, he found himself working on multiple fishing boats as a reputable first mate. Once the prerequisites were met, he went to “Sea school” to earn his Merchant Mariner Credentials (Captains License). Immediately following, Jake was offered a position with Coastal Chaos. Needless to say, he fit right in! For about 2 years he ran trips and built a stellar reputation and clientele for himself along with countless great reviews. He is living his long term dream as he is now the Owner/CEO of Coastal Chaos. All in all, Jake is a very fun, enthusiastic and serious Captain who FLAT OUT LOVES TO FISH!

My Charter Listing

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(247 reviews)
Clearwater
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $350

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 247 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (311)
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
96%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
99%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
92%
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Joseph A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Took us to great fishing spots

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on May 21, 2024
Able to get enough for fish dinner and everyone in my party of four caught fish and had a blast very knowledgeable and laid...
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Aaron M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fish On!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (AM) on May 3, 2023
Captain Cameron took care of us and got us on fish right away. Came hoping to fish Tarpon but weather wasnโ€™t on our side...
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Robert B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Was the time of our life!!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (AM) on July 16, 2024
It was amazing. Captain Cameron was awesome and fun to fish with and knew the area like the back of his hand. We caught plenty...
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David M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Best private Capi

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on July 13, 2024
We had a great Capitan Very skill But importantly perfectional Communication with us Thatโ€™s...
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Jacob H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (PM) on March 21, 2023
Went out for 4 hours, went to a couple spots and got on some great fish. Overall was a great experience and if we come back...
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