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Josh Parr
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Josh Parr

Goodland, United States
Angler's choice
100+ reviews
Captain Josh Parr was born and raised in Naples, Florida and has been fishing the backwaters of SWFL for over a decade. He specializes in light tackle, backwater fishing for Redfish, Snook, Trout, Sheepshead, and Tarpon. Captain Parr will do his best to guarantee you an enjoyable day on the water while learning the art of backwater fishing. Captain Josh Parr will also act as your eco-tour guide, as you are cruising the backwaters of SWFL.

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Rating

4.9
125 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

99%
Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish

All reviews (125)

Showing 1 – 5 of 125 reviews
  • Richard Barker
    Richard Barker
    Repeat angler
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2024
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    No nonsence

    3/4 Day Trip • 2 adults

    When your Captian tells you we can talk later we got to get out there. “Honey, we got the right guy, I said”. Particular to maximizing your trip. Appreciated his directness in coaching. Great sense of humor, and local to the area. booking another tip. BTW Dawnmarie wanted me to post she beat me on most….

    Reported catch:
    Mangrove Snapper
    Snook
    Permit
    Redfish
  • Iain Kennedy
    Iain Kennedy
    Repeat angler
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Last Minute Gem

    3 hour fishing • 1 adult

    Josh was able to accommodate my last minute decision to fish. Suggested an early start to beat the wind and boats. 100% worked out. First cast landed fish. Great knowledge of key spots was clear. Boat was perfect and gear top notch. Really enjoyed his company and enthusiasm. The giant Snook hook up was a thrill….Brought home dinner - sheepshead. Super trip, great guide and really solid dude. Highly recommended.

  • Matthew Buss
    Matthew Buss
    Repeat angler
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Quit searching and book!

    Half Day Trip (PM) • 2 adults

    My girlfriend and I had a great time on a 4 hour backwater trip. Josh told us it was going to be windy and it may be tough but we had an epic tour through the backwater on our way to a few go to fishing holes. We got lucky and got on fish early and didnt have to bounce around much. Dude knows what hes doing and vibes were great through and through. BOOK IT!

    Reported catch:
    Permit
    Snook
    Mangrove Snapper
    Redfish
    +1
  • Stuart Toews
    Stuart Toews
    us
    Oklahoma, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Awesome Time

    3/4 Day Trip • 4 adults

    Josh is the best Thanks for the great time

    Reported catch:
    Snook
  • Richard Conlon, Jr
    Richard Conlon, Jr
    us
    Massachusetts, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Three old guys enjoyed the trip

    Half Day Trip (PM) • 3 adults

    Josh is an excellent fishing guide. We booked a fishing trip knowing it was not the ideal weather. Josh put us on fish every time. Once the bite stopped we zipped to other spots with fish. Josh knows the islands and has a great personality and good stories. Can’t go wrong with booking a trip with Josh at JP's Backwater Adventures!

    Reported catch:
    Speckled Trout
    Snook
    Mangrove Snapper

Real catches shared by our community

  • JP's Backwater Adventures
    JP's Backwater AdventuresGoodland, FL
    Adult angler holding a large snook aboard a boat in a tropical mangrove fishing environment.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Richard B.
    Richard B.
    When your Captian tells you we can talk later we got to get out there. “Honey, we got the right guy, I said”. Particular to maximizing your trip. Appreciated his directness in coaching. Great sense of humor, and local to the area. booking another tip. BTW Dawnmarie wanted me to post she beat me on most….
  • JP's Backwater Adventures
    JP's Backwater AdventuresGoodland, FL
    Angler proudly displaying a Redfish while fishing on a sunny day in a scenic waterway.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Redfish
    Mary E.
    Mary E.
    What an amazing adventure! Josh took fantastic care of us and made sure we were on the fish!! I couldnt be happier
  • JP's Backwater Adventures
    JP's Backwater AdventuresGoodland, FL
    Angler proudly holding a large Redfish while fishing in a mangrove area.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Michael C.
    Michael C.
    Excellent adventure, Captain Josh new the fishing spots for a perfect day of catching fish.
  • JP's Backwater Adventures
    JP's Backwater AdventuresGoodland, FL
    A young angler and a guide proudly displaying a large Grouper caught during a fishing trip in a scenic coastal environment.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Goliath Grouper
    Shawn G.
    Shawn G.
    My girls and I had a blast today fishing with Capt Josh He was very knowledgeable and took very good care of us the whole trip, He had us on a wide variety of fish in different areas in the Islands. Will definitely use him again!
  • JP's Backwater Adventures
    JP's Backwater AdventuresGoodland, FL
    Adult angler holding a large mottled grouper aboard a boat in a mangrove-lined inshore fishing environment.
    Fish 1
    Goliath Grouper
    Ben D.
    Ben D.
    I went on a 4 hr trip with Capt. Josh. He put me on fish right away and I caught 4 different species; jack, sea trout, snook and grouper. I had a large snook on the line, but lost it near the boat. My only regret is I should have booked a longer charter.
  • JP's Backwater Adventures
    JP's Backwater AdventuresGoodland, FL
    Two adult anglers proudly holding redfish in a scenic mangrove-lined coastal waterway.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Redfish
    Matthew B.
    Matthew B.
    My girlfriend and I had a great time on a 4 hour backwater trip. Josh told us it was going to be windy and it may be tough but we had an epic tour through the backwater on our way to a few go to fishing holes. We got lucky and got on fish early and didnt have to bounce around much. Dude knows what hes doing and vibes were great through and through. BOOK IT!
  • JP's Backwater Adventures
    JP's Backwater AdventuresGoodland, FL
    Adult angler proudly holding a large permit on the bow of a fishing boat in bright coastal waters.
    Chris A.
    Chris A.
    Josh is fabulous- he knows his business he finds fish and makes the day one the best you’ll have. Head out with Josh if you want an epic day on the water.
  • JP's Backwater Adventures
    JP's Backwater AdventuresGoodland, FL
    A freshly caught Black Drum displayed on a boat surface, showcasing its distinctive striped pattern.
    Fish 1
    Sheepshead
    Iain K.
    Iain K.
    Josh was able to accommodate my last minute decision to fish. Suggested an early start to beat the wind and boats. 100% worked out. First cast landed fish. Great knowledge of key spots was clear. Boat was perfect and gear top notch. Really enjoyed his company and enthusiasm. The giant Snook hook up was a thrill….Brought home dinner - sheepshead. Super trip, great guide and really solid dude. Highly recommended.
  • JP's Backwater Adventures
    JP's Backwater AdventuresGoodland, FL
    An angler proudly displaying a Snook caught while fishing in a mangrove area, showcasing a beautiful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Mangrove Snapper
    Tim P.
    Tim P.
    If you’re looking for a great backcountry fishing trip while visiting the Marco Island Area a day on the water with Captain Josh is exactly what you want! He is a young aggressive local born and raised Captain who knows the waters like the back of his hand. Our trip was booked for Monday morning and he called us on Saturday afternoon and asked if we wanted to switch to Sunday afternoon because bad weather was forecast for Monday. We said yes and met him at noon at the Goodland Marina Park. He had tons of fresh caught bait (no purchased shrimp here) and top notch custom rods and reels. The boat was spotless and in great condition! I had my wife with me and she loved Josh! Oh yeah by the way we caught 25 Snook a Mangrove Snapper and a Jack. The most fun and best day ever fishing in SW Florida.
  • JP's Backwater Adventures
    JP's Backwater AdventuresNaples, FL
    A young angler and an adult proudly display a large Redfish while fishing in a scenic estuary.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Laura P.
    Laura P.
    We had a fantastic time with Josh! He gave us the location and time the night before. We are very inexperienced and just wanted to have a fun excursion with my 11 year old son. Josh tailored the trip to our skill level and had tons of cool knowledge of the area. Would highly recommend!!

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