Charter Operator
Lost Bay Guide Service

Member since December 2015 Orange Beach, United States
Background
Captain Bill Willis is an IGFA Certified Captain, is a member of the Coastal Conservation Association and the Orange Beach Fishing Association, and has fished professionally on the IFA Redfish Tour. Holding a USCG Captain license since 2004, Bill is a native of Pensacola, Florida and has fished the waterways surrounding Perdido Key, Gulf Shores, and Orange Beach for over twenty-five years. In addition to his local knowledge, he has fished Key West, Marquesas Islands, Sebastian Inlet, Mosquito Lagoon, Indian River, Apalachicola, Sarasota sound, Indian Pass, Louisiana Marsh, and most lakes and ditches in between. Captain Bill has two boys of his own, and enjoys teaching young anglers how to get the most out of every fishing trip. Bill spends almost every day on the water following the patterns of this great fishery. Once a general manager for one of the world’s largest retailers, Bill jumped at the opportunity to fulfill his life-long dream of being a full-time fishing guide.
Techniques
Our Mission at Lost Bay Guide Service is to provide a safe, courteous, and enjoyable outdoor adventure while adhering to the general fishing regulations and conservation methods of the Gulf Coast fisheries. Our private fishing charters are geared toward anglers of all ages and experience levels. Our goal is to exceed our client's expectations with a trip they will remember for years to come.

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Orange Beach, United States
Background
Captain Bill Willis is an IGFA Certified Captain, is a member of the Coastal Conservation Association and the Orange Beach Fishing Association, and has fished professionally on the IFA Redfish Tour. Holding a USCG Captain license since 2004, Bill is a native of Pensacola, Florida and has fished the waterways surrounding Perdido Key, Gulf Shores, and Orange Beach for over twenty-five years. In addition to his local knowledge, he has fished Key West, Marquesas Islands, Sebastian Inlet, Mosquito Lagoon, Indian River, Apalachicola, Sarasota sound, Indian Pass, Louisiana Marsh, and most lakes and ditches in between. Captain Bill has two boys of his own, and enjoys teaching young anglers how to get the most out of every fishing trip. Bill spends almost every day on the water following the patterns of this great fishery. Once a general manager for one of the world’s largest retailers, Bill jumped at the opportunity to fulfill his life-long dream of being a full-time fishing guide.
Techniques
Our Mission at Lost Bay Guide Service is to provide a safe, courteous, and enjoyable outdoor adventure while adhering to the general fishing regulations and conservation methods of the Gulf Coast fisheries. Our private fishing charters are geared toward anglers of all ages and experience levels. Our goal is to exceed our client's expectations with a trip they will remember for years to come.

My Charter Listings

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(302 reviews)
Orange Beach
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $550
Excellent
4.8 / 5
(608 reviews)
Gulf Shores
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Trips from US $550
Excellent
4.7 / 5
(70 reviews)
Perdido Key
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Trips from US $550

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 980 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (844)
Great captain who knows the fish!
Great captain who knows the fish!
Fishing with Bill
+841
Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
91%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
94%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
87%
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Ray B.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Slow day in August but fun

VERIFIED   4HourTrip (AM) Catch Fish Guarantee on August 15, 2025
First time fishing bays and back waters.ย  Slow fishing in August but that was expected.ย  Very hot and no wind.ย  Captain...
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Jamie W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Amazing Trip!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Inshore Catch Fish Guarantee on August 7, 2025
Jake was an excellent Captain!!! He put us on fish right away and was very open with the possibilities of catching inshore...
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Chett H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

50th birthday excursion

VERIFIED   SHARK TRIP on August 2, 2025
We booked this trip for my husbandโ€™s 50th birthday.ย  He and my sons had a blast with Captain Clay. He was very knowledgeable...
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Chad H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Best day!!

VERIFIED   4HourTrip (PM) Catch Fish Guarantee on July 23, 2025
My husband and sons had just the best time yest and despite the weather potential they were able to avoid the storms and making...
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Chelsey H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

JAKE IS THE BEST

VERIFIED   5Hour Offshore Catch Fish Guarantee on July 7, 2025
Captain Jake is the BEST of the BEST. He is truly so knowledgeable. He knows the best spots on the gulf. Jake was very patient...
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