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Captain Ed

Cocoa Beach, United States
100+ reviews
Captain Ed has been fishing this part of Florida since the '80s and has picked up a lot of tips and tricks that he's keen on sharing with his guests. His specialty is providing tailored trips for families going fishing together because he knows this can be a fantastic bonding experience for everyone.

Charter

Rating

4.9
244 reviews
4.8
Boat & Equipment
4.9
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

96%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
97%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
99%
Satisfied with the boat
88%
Caught fish

All reviews (244)

Showing 1 – 5 of 244 reviews
  • Justin Holmes
    Justin Holmes
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Excellent Trip!

    3hr fishing • 5 adults • 3 children

    We had an absolute blast on this trip! We caught five different species of fish, with several of each, which made for an exciting day on the water. The captain was incredibly friendly, personable, and went above and beyond to make sure our kids always had a line in the water with fresh bait. In addition to the great fishing, we were lucky enough to see several manatees and dolphins. One of the highlights was catching three stingrays, which was a really cool experience for everyone. We highly recommend this charter to anyone looking for a fun family fishing trip. Our only suggestion is to bring plenty of water or other drinks—it gets pretty hot out there. Overall, it was an unforgettable experience, and we'd definitely do it again!

    Reported catch:
    Catfish
    Southern Kingfish
    Response from Captain

    Heck Yeah,good times!

  • Ed Astle
    Ed Astle
    us
    Utah, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fun day of fishing!

    4 Hour Fishing Trip • 5 adults

    Our family had an outstanding day on the water with Capt. Ed. From the moment we arrived, he was professional, knowledgeable, and attentive to everyone's needs. He took the time to recognize each person's experience level and provided helpful instruction that made it easier for all of us to improve our fishing techniques and enjoy a successful day. Capt. Ed's knowledge of the area was great. We were able to catch a variety of fish red drum, trout, catfish, and ladyfish. We were also fortunate enough to see dolphins and manatees, which made the experience even more memorable. He also made sure we got plenty of photos throughout the day, ensuring we had lasting memories of our trip. I truly appreciated his patience, expertise, and commitment to providing an exceptional experience. I would highly recommend Capt. Ed to anyone looking for a fishing charter. Capt. Ed, thanks again for the great day of fishing!

    Reported catch:
    Redfish
    Ladyfish
    Speckled Trout
    Catfish
    Response from Captain

    Making memories for sure!

  • Daniel Rodocker
    Daniel Rodocker
    Repeat angler
    us
    Tennessee, US
    Member since 2023
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Fantastic Experience from Dock to Dock

    4 Hour Fishing Trip • 3 adults • 1 child

    Captain Ed was great all around. He was very knowledgeable and guided us through the day with ease. He was patient with our 11 year old son as he navigated casting and catching throught the day. He switched spots regularly in order to give us the best chance of catching fish. Over the 4 hours we caught 5 fish of 3 different species. Then on tge way back, we got to see dolphins up close and personal as they were swimming near our boat. Highly recommend Captain Ed.

    Reported catch:
    Redfish
    Catfish
    Ladyfish
  • Brad Taylor
    Brad Taylor
    ca
    Ontario, Canada
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    ED IS AWESOME

    3hr fishing • 4 adults • 2 children

    We had a great morning with Capt Ed. We booked the 3 hour and our group managed to catch 10+ fish - catfish and trout. Capt Ed was fun and knowledgeable, excellent with our kids, ensuring bait was fresh and ready. So impressed with how much we did in our 3 hrs, seen dolphins, manatees, birds and even took time to stop at an island for the kids to explore and find sea shells. I highly recommend booking a charter with Captin Ed, super nice guy.

    Reported catch:
    Speckled Trout
    Catfish
  • Christian Stege
    Christian Stege
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Did not break the record!

    4 Hour Fishing Trip • 5 adults

    We did a 4 hr fishing trip it was a great we fished for 3 and half hrs. Then took us to a island to pick up some shells before heading back, was a great day for fishing fish were biting just not in the quantity we wanted, caught 2 great red drum fish, and 4 salt water catfish watch out for the spines! Overall was a great trip he knows the area really well and can get you to where you want to fish!

    Reported catch:
    Redfish
    Catfish
    Response from Captain

    Heck yeah,good time's! Look forward to chasing that record for sure. Best Regards, Captain Ed

Real catches shared by our community

  • Captain Ed's Family Fishing & Nature Charter
    Captain Ed's Family Fishing & Nature CharterCocoa Beach, FL
    Young angler seated in a raised fishing chair on the bow of a center-console boat over calm coastal waters.
    Daniel R.
    Daniel R.
    Captain Ed was great all around. He was very knowledgeable and guided us through the day with ease. He was patient with our 11 year old son as he navigated casting and catching throught the day. He switched spots regularly in order to give us the best chance of catching fish. Over the 4 hours we caught 5 fish of 3 different species. Then on tge way back, we got to see dolphins up close and personal as they were swimming near our boat. Highly recommend Captain Ed.
  • Captain Ed's Family Fishing & Nature Charter
    Captain Ed's Family Fishing & Nature CharterCocoa Beach, FL
    Adult angler displaying a freshly landed fish aboard a covered boat, with a second crew member and calm coastal waters in the background.
    Larry P.
    Larry P.
    Captain Ed was knowledgeable, personable and fun to be with. His familiarity with the river, fishing, and local customs/restaurants/activities made for a great outing in the great outdoors.
  • Captain Ed's Family Fishing & Nature Charter
    Captain Ed's Family Fishing & Nature CharterCocoa Beach, FL
    Teen angler holds a large snook aboard a center-console boat in a mangrove-lined fishing environment.
    Nacole F.
    Nacole F.
    we caught a snook, some catfish, red fish, and a whiteing! stopped for some seashells, looked at some manatees, overall the boys had a good trip and the captain was nice, full of information, and patient.
  • Captain Ed's Family Fishing & Nature Charter
    Captain Ed's Family Fishing & Nature CharterCocoa Beach, FL
    Angler proudly displaying a large fish while fishing on a calm waterway, showcasing a relaxed day on the boat.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Damon B.
    Damon B.
    Captain put us on the fish
  • Captain Ed's Family Fishing & Nature Charter
    Captain Ed's Family Fishing & Nature CharterCocoa Beach, FL
    A shark is seen swimming near the boat, creating an exciting moment during a fishing trip.
    John B.
    John B.
    What an amazing trip, we had the best time, everyone caught fish- Captain Ed is incredibly knowledgable about wildlife. We saw Manatees, Osprey hunting, lots of bird life and even dolphins on the way back. You won't regret going!
  • Captain Ed's Family Fishing & Nature Charter
    Captain Ed's Family Fishing & Nature CharterCocoa Beach, FL
    A young angler proudly displaying a Speckled Trout while fishing on a boat.
    Brad T.
    Brad T.
    We had a great morning with Capt Ed. We booked the 3 hour and our group managed to catch 10+ fish - catfish and trout. Capt Ed was fun and knowledgeable, excellent with our kids, ensuring bait was fresh and ready. So impressed with how much we did in our 3 hrs, seen dolphins, manatees, birds and even took time to stop at an island for the kids to explore and find sea shells. I highly recommend booking a charter with Captin Ed, super nice guy.
  • Captain Ed's Family Fishing & Nature Charter
    Captain Ed's Family Fishing & Nature CharterCocoa Beach, FL
    A young girl interacts with a manatee while sitting on the edge of a boat, showcasing a unique wildlife encounter.
    Prudence I.
    Prudence I.
  • Captain Ed's Family Fishing & Nature Charter
    Captain Ed's Family Fishing & Nature CharterCocoa Beach, FL
    A young angler proudly displaying a caught catfish while fishing on a boat in a sunny environment.
    Destinee D.
    Destinee D.
  • Captain Ed's Family Fishing & Nature Charter
    Captain Ed's Family Fishing & Nature CharterCocoa Beach, FL
    Angler proudly displaying a caught stingray while fishing from a boat in a scenic coastal environment.
    Fish 1
    Skate
    Justin H.
    Justin H.
    We had an absolute blast on this trip! We caught five different species of fish, with several of each, which made for an exciting day on the water. The captain was incredibly friendly, personable, and went above and beyond to make sure our kids always had a line in the water with fresh bait. In addition to the great fishing, we were lucky enough to see several manatees and dolphins. One of the highlights was catching three stingrays, which was a really cool experience for everyone. We highly recommend this charter to anyone looking for a fun family fishing trip. Our only suggestion is to bring plenty of water or other drinks—it gets pretty hot out there. Overall, it was an unforgettable experience, and we'd definitely do it again!
  • Captain Ed's Family Fishing & Nature Charter
    Captain Ed's Family Fishing & Nature CharterCocoa Beach, FL
    Two anglers proudly displaying their catches of Speckled Trout while fishing from a boat on a sunny day.
    Christine S.
    Christine S.
    this was a great expierence and i couldnt be more happy with our trip! definitely will recommend to anyone who i know!

What's biting with Captain Ed's Family Fishing & Nature Charter in Cocoa Beach

Come to Cocoa Beach in late fall and you'll find quiet beaches and some of the best fishing of the year. The flats are thriving with Bull Reds and Gator Trout. There's certainly a lot to be thankful for this month!

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