Garrett Mcfall
Captain

Garrett Mcfall

St. Petersburg, United States
10+ reviews
Captain Garret was born and raised in Tampa Bay. Fishing was and always has been his greatest passion. He has been professionally fishing on commercial and charter boats since high school. He received his captain's license when he was 18 and has been running charters inshore and offshore ever since.

Charter

Rating

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

All reviews (16)

Showing 1 – 5 of 16 reviews
  • Jennifer Horning-thomas
    Jennifer Horning-thomas
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Family trip

    4 Hour Trip – Shark • 5 adults • 1 child

    Captian Garrett was great with kids! very knowledgeable about the area and fishing. We wonderful time and caught two hammerheads and lemon sharks.

    Reported catch:
    Hammerhead Shark
    Lemon Shark
  • Thomas Villa
    Thomas Villa
    Repeat angler
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Good man - good character

    4 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) • 5 adults • 2 children

    Moved the boat when needed. Promptly and graciously attended to all needs.

  • Bryan Hufnagle
    Bryan Hufnagle
    Repeat angler
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2026
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Highly recommended!

    6 Hour Trip – Shark/Tarpon • 3 adults

    Captain McFall provided an incredible nearshore fishing experience. We will be scheduling more with him.

  • Brian Lewis
    Brian Lewis
    Repeat angler
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2023
    8 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Excellent session!

    4 Hour Trip – Inshore (PM) • 2 adults

    The big snook bite was on! Caught some slot reds too. Lost a couple monsters in the mangroves but landed my pb snook and was thrilled. Perfect session on the water.

    Reported catch:
    Redfish
    Snook
  • Chris Garcia
    Chris Garcia
    Repeat angler
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2022
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Half day Shark Trip

    4 Hour Trip – Inshore (PM) • 3 adults

    On Vacation in St Petersburg and wanted to book a charter to catch sharks. Captain Garrett is the definitely the one to go too. This trip was the best fishing ever! I highly recommend booking with Garrett if you want to get fish on your line.

    Reported catch:
    Tarpon
    Jack Crevalle

What's biting with Imperial Sportfishing in St. Petersburg

Tarpon season winds down, although you can still catch them over rocky bottoms. They love the Stone Crab season because they can eat like kings that they are. Just watch out for the crab lines once you're hooked!

Top catches for October

Fishing reports

Two anglers proudly displaying a large shark while a young boy in a life jacket smiles on the boat during a fishing trip.

Sharks Take Over Tampa Bay!

Jul 24, 2024 • St. Petersburg
With water temperatures reaching the low 90’s the sharks have been as hungry and plentiful as we have ever seen. This is a truly great time for anyone looking for a big fight and a great picture opportunity!
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Young angler and a guide displaying a large Tarpon over the side of the boat during a fishing trip in clear waters.

GIANT FISH IN TAMPA BAY

Jul 17, 2024 • St. Petersburg
with the water warming the tarpon/ shark bite has been great! Now is the time to go if looking for the fight of a lifetime!
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Three anglers actively engaged in reeling in a large Tarpon while fishing from a boat in clear waters.

Tarpon season 2024

Jun 25, 2024 • St. Petersburg
Tarpon annually migrate through the tampa bay area starting in april and ending around september. As the season continues, we come into some of my personal favorite months for targeting these beastly fish. The tarpon have been moving into the bay near flat edges and rock piles.
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A group of young anglers actively engaged in catching a large fish, showcasing the excitement of fishing in a vibrant marine environment.

TARPON SEASON IS HERE!

Apr 4, 2024 • St. Petersburg
With spring time conditions priming the waters our favorite sportfish has officially made their first appearance. They should stay in the area until september. Dates available for PRIME fishing dates. BOOK NOW before its too late.
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Three anglers proudly displaying their large Black Drum catches on a boat, showcasing a successful fishing trip.

Big Fish Follow Warmer Waters Up The Coa

Feb 16, 2024 • St. Petersburg
With warming water temps the big schools of Black drum have pushed onto our flats. Come enjoy an awesome day sightcasting these bohemiths in shallow water.
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Angler proudly displaying a large King Mackerel aboard a fishing boat in clear blue waters.

Water cools while the bite heats up!

Dec 1, 2023 • St. Petersburg
With temperatures dropping locally we have been targeting kingfish, sharks, amberjack, bonita, snappers and groupers nearshore. Come enjoy an action packed trip with Imperial Sportfishing.
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