Colin O’brien
Captain

Colin O’brien

Pensacola, United States
Angler's choice
25+ reviews
With over 13 years of experience, Capt. Colin is prepared to show you the best of these waters. Since he was a little boy, he dreamed that he'd become a licensed charter captain, and through his dedication and passion, he made that dream a reality. Among his favorite fish to target are big Redfish and Trout. He caters to anglers of all levels, whether new or professionals, and also welcomes kids!

Charter

Rating

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

What anglers say

97%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish

All reviews (39)

Showing 1 – 5 of 39 reviews
  • Michael Brown
    Michael Brown
    us
    Alabama, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Colin was awesome!!!

    2 hour inshore P.M. • 2 adults

    My wife didn’t want to go out to deep sea for half a day so we booked the 2 hour trip with captain Colin. He is one cool dude! He was very friendly, took us around Escambia Bay to some great spots, and we caught about 20 fish. We caught red fish, bass, some breed of tarpon, and even a croaker (which I had never heard of so Colin taught us about it). We even caught two 20in redfish which Colin cleaned and bagged for us which tasted amazing. I would highly recommend booking with Colin and having a great time catching fish!

    Reported catch:
    Redfish
    Largemouth Bass
  • Bill Mixson
    Bill Mixson
    us
    Florida, US
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    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Exactly what I was looking for

    4 Hour Trip – Inshore • 2 adults

    Colin worked very hard looking for fish. We caught rat reds at about every spot and ended up with two in the slot. Colin is very knowledgeable of the area. His boat and equipment worked fine. I'm aging a little and don't feel like messing with my boat. Colin is a great guide.

  • Phillip Kidd
    Phillip Kidd
    us
    Georgia, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Started rainy & slow but ramped up nicely

    4 Hour Inshore Trip (PM) • 3 adults

    capt collin put us on some fish right away. but a big storm blew in so we sat for what seemed like an eternity under a big bridge. Fishing was slow after that and a couple in my party got wet and cold and decided to go home. Capt stayed w me, added an extra hour to our trip and put me on a hot spot that really was so much fun!

    Reported catch:
    Black Drum
    Redfish
  • joel lopez
    joel lopez
    us
    Texas, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Father and daughter trip

    4 Hour Trip – Inshore • 2 adults

    All together, I think we caught about 30 fish. Got a couple of keepers, not all were the biggest, but it was very fun. My daughter had never caught a fish. And she definitely had a blast. And caught many, so I'm happy with that. Great experience.. Well, definitely check it out again.If we are in the area

    Reported catch:
    Ladyfish
    Sheepshead
    Largemouth Bass
  • Julie Baha
    Julie Baha
    us
    Texas, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    We had a great time and can’t wait to get back!

    2 Hour Trip – Inshore • 3 adults

    We decided last minute to book an inshore fishing trip and we’re so excited that we were able to book with Fin Addicts. From start to finish, everything was relaxed and enjoyable. We were able to catch a few keepers, and brought them home to have for supper. Overall, a great way to finish our vacation!

    Reported catch:
    Redfish
    Speckled Trout
    Ladyfish

Real catches shared by our community

  • Fin Addicts Guide Service
    Fin Addicts Guide ServicePensacola, FL
    so fun!
    Alison N.
    Alison N.
  • Fin Addicts Guide Service
    Fin Addicts Guide ServicePensacola, FL
    Relaxing
    Martha M.
    Martha M.
  • Fin Addicts Guide Service
    Fin Addicts Guide ServicePensacola, FL
    Colin was awesome!!!
    Michael B.
    Michael B.
  • Fin Addicts Guide Service
    Fin Addicts Guide ServicePensacola, FL
    Amazing experience!
    Courtney P.
    Courtney P.
  • Fin Addicts Guide Service
    Fin Addicts Guide ServicePensacola, FL
    Father and daughter trip
    joel l.
    joel l.
  • Fin Addicts Guide Service
    Fin Addicts Guide ServicePensacola, FL
    greta trip
    Dennis R.
    Dennis R.
  • Fin Addicts Guide Service
    Fin Addicts Guide ServicePensacola, FL
    Started rainy & slow but ramped up nicely
    Phillip K.
    Phillip K.
  • Fin Addicts Guide Service
    Fin Addicts Guide ServicePensacola, FL
    We had a great time and can’t wait to get back!
    Julie B.
    Julie B.
  • Fin Addicts Guide Service
    Fin Addicts Guide ServicePensacola, FL
    Great fishing!!!
    Wyatt N.
    Wyatt N.
  • Fin Addicts Guide Service
    Fin Addicts Guide ServicePensacola, FL
    Great Bay Fishing!
    Josh P.
    Josh P.

What's biting with Fin Addicts Guide Service in Pensacola

With humid weather and consistent rain showers in the afternoons, most Pensacola fishing charters fish early in the day. Catch slot Redfish around the docks and small Mahi Mahi just beyond the nearshore reefs. 

Top catches for September

Fishing reports

Summer is winding down and and the fall

Sep 7, 2025 • Pensacola
Its cooling off out there and were loving the relief from the heat. And so are the fish! Fall is some of the best fishing of the year and were already starting to see some of the excellent fishing the season is known for. Would love to have the opportunity to take you fishing and experience what this time of year has to offer! Ill see yall out there! - Capt. Colin O’Brien
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A young angler proudly displaying a large Speckled Trout while fishing from a boat in a coastal marsh environment.

Fishing is at its best!

May 20, 2025 • Pensacola
So far may fishing this year has been outright impressive. The next two weeks are going to be peak fishing season. With the tides and water temperatures in out favor you dont want to miss out. Book now and come get on the action!
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Gotta love easy fishing!

Apr 13, 2025 • Pensacola
The south winds have been pushing water and bait into the shallow back ponds and the reds and drum have followed! Its been easy fishing all month book now before it slows down in the summer!
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Fishing is on fire!!! ?

Mar 31, 2025 • Pensacola
Spring is here and that means some of the best fishing of the year! We had our limit of reds here in less than an hour with plenty of bonus fish in thr box. After that it was just catch and release till the rain came. Dont miss out redfish are Florida’s most popular game fish for a reason and if love to have you fishing with me!
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We’re in the best fishing of the year!

Oct 12, 2024 • Pensacola
Fall never lets us down. We’ve been catching plenty of large slot reds to pull drag almost every trip. Plenty of other species have kept me busy with the net this october too. If you want in on the action id love to put you on em! October/November is THE time to go!
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Two anglers proudly displaying their catch of Redfish and Flounder on the dock after a successful fishing trip.

The good fishing is making easy work!

May 12, 2024 • Pensacola
Steady bite all morning. Watch popping corks shoot underwater never gets old! These last several months have been some of the best fishing ive seen in years!
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