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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
(303 reviews)
Orange Beach
 4 bookings in the past week.
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $550
Excellent
4.8 / 5
(608 reviews)
Gulf Shores
 3 bookings in the past week.
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $550
Excellent
4.7 / 5
(70 reviews)
Perdido Key
 Last booking: 3 hours ago
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $550

Fishing Reports

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 981 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
856
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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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Charles F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Bill

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore (AM) on February 14, 2026
was a great day, didnโ€™t catch much, but learned a lot from Jake
Charles F. recommends Lost Bay Guide Service "Catch Fish Guarantee"
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Greg H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Captain Jake

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (AM) โ€“ Inshore on July 15, 2025
Jake was knowledgeable, smart, accommodating, and over all super cool and nice. Weโ€™ve been fishing on charters off the emerald...
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Joey W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Experience.

VERIFIED   4HourTrip (AM) Catch Fish Guarantee on June 25, 2025
We caught some awesome Spotted Seatrout in a Lagoonโ€”a great experience by itself. But we also enjoyed the boating experience...
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Matt P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Caught fish at every spot! Great at correcting technique.

VERIFIED   6Hour Offshore Catch Fish Guarantee on June 12, 2025
6hr, offshore with my 18yr old sons.ย  Jake was fantastic!ย  He knows the spots and always seeking the best fishing.ย  Hit...
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Marybeth L. H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Captain Jake and first mate John highly recommend!

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip โ€“ Offshore (AM) on April 10, 2025
If youโ€™re looking for a great crew for a fishing charter look no further than. Highly impressed with capn Jake and first...
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