Captain
Colin O’brien

Member since December 2022 Pensacola, United States
Background
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!
Techniques
I love fishing artificial lures! Big reds, shallow water on lures is what I specialize in.

Hey, I'm Captain Colin O’brien

Pensacola, United States
Background
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!
Techniques
I love fishing artificial lures! Big reds, shallow water on lures is what I specialize in.
Anglers Choice
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(29 reviews)
Angler's choice
Pensacola
 Last booking: 19 minutes ago
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Trips from US $375

Fishing Reports

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 29 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (54)
Started rainy & slow but ramped up nicely
We had a great time and can\u2019t wait to get back!
We had a great time and can\u2019t wait to get back!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Friendly captain
94%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
94%
Satisfied with the boat
94%
Caught fish
100%
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Phillip K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Started rainy & slow but ramped up nicely

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Inshore Trip (PM) on June 20, 2026
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...
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Julie B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

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

VERIFIED   NEW  2 hour inshore trip A.M. on June 12, 2026
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...
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Nic B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great morning catching fish on the flats!

VERIFIED   2 hour inshore trip A.M. on July 19, 2025
My 10 year old son and I had a great morning with Captain Colin fishing the flats for redfish and speckled trout. Captain Colin...
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Noelle B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Wow!! Book him today! A gift to young anglers!

VERIFIED   Special 2 hour trip for Noelle Buffo on July 6, 2025
I am blown over by the quality of the experience that my children received on this trip. They came back overjoyed at the knowledge...
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Josh P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Bay Fishing!

VERIFIED   2 hour inshore trip A.M. on May 26, 2026
Had a great time with Capt. Colin. caught several different species of fish and landed a few good keepers. The kids loved it...
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