What would you recommend to anglers fishing in Destin, Florida for the first time?
Answers by verified FishingBooker anglers who went fishing in Destin
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271 - 300 of 486 answers
Curt Deverell
Winder, Georgia
Fishing was a little slow, but reeling in is all about arm strength, experience is key.
Michael McCartney
Pauls Valley, OK
Make sure you stay hydrated and wear sun protection. Take alot of pics to save the memories
Mark Keesee
Cumming, GA
This was a great charter boat for my wife and grandkids first fishing adventure
Estevenico Chandler
Knoxville, TN
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Went fishing with Hanks Scuba LLC on June 15, 2021
Went fishing with Hanks Scuba LLC on June 15, 2021
Get in touch with Captain Hank at Captain Hanks llc. He will take great care of you
Tim Taylor
Lawrenceville, GA
Snapper fishing in Destin in June is a good s as it gets. Never a bad experience
Kendra Richmond
Cleveland, OK
Don't forget sunscreen, beverages, snacks, drama mine patches just in case. Have fun!!
Steve Mosier
WASHINGTON TR, UT
Maybe wait till the Red Snapper is in season. Fishing was good, but Snapper would have been better.
Thomas Wegner
Rochester, MN
Keep your expectations low. Fish may or may not be biting. Still, a fun four hours.
Mike Rogers
Colorado Springs, CO
Very difficult during the winter months. Recommend waiting til late spring/summer.
Al Smith
Lewisburg, TN
Four hours is plenty unless you’re a seasoned fisherman then should go at least 10 hours
David Atwell
Arlington, TX
Decided if you want to fish inshore or offshore and what species of fish you are after.
Roger Hoffman
Lincoln, NE
Do your homework, lots of reviews out their, find what will fit your expected trip.
Edwin Connor
Santa Rosa Beach, FL
check water temp - check boat size - wind/waves of 6ft plus on a small boat does not work.
Starla Jackson
Houston, TX
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Went fishing with Stelluna Shark Fishing Charters on June 11, 2020
Went fishing with Stelluna Shark Fishing Charters on June 11, 2020
Better call Judah enough said they are by far the best and I’ve been on a lot of them
Kyle East
Walker, LA
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Went fishing with Frigate on November 29, 2019
Went fishing with Frigate on November 29, 2019
You will love it, it's gorgeous and the fishing is great. Destin has everything you need
Dale Sparks
Cleveland, TN
Know what you are fishing for and make sure the fish you want to fish for is in season.
Albert Bourque
Lumberton, TX
Snapper fishing not what we expected due to full moon the night before the trip
Dave Zeis
Santa Rosa Beach, Florida
Try bay fishing or nearshore charter before offshore. Bring lots of water and sunscreen.
Daniel Corbell
Santa Rosa Beach, FL
Make sure you know federal and state boats if your looking to target some out of season fish.
Jeffrey Lin
Fort Worth, TX
I had an excellent experience on my first time out. Good crew and great fishing.
Michael Lilley
Atlanta, GA
Take the longer trips. Try to book on days w calm water or else take some dramamine.
Roland Rosas
Destin, FL
if you have been offshore before do a longer trip. Red Snapper bite was good but too many shorts.
Polly Smith
Tallahassee, Florida
Have fished before on larger boat and caught s lot of fish. Just the luck of the draw!
John Mcdaniel
Houma, Louisiana
Do your research and find an experienced and easy to get along with Captain and crew.
Nathan Pflueger
Santa Rosa Beach, Florida
Find a boat with federal fishing license you can travel further and get on snapper earlier
Edward Horn
Valdosta, GA
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Went fishing with Charter Boat Striker on May 4, 2019
Went fishing with Charter Boat Striker on May 4, 2019
Be on time, pay attention, don't be scared too help out, and be prepared for a great time!
Steven Eubank
Greenwood, Florida
Great time to go before the season kicks off and definitely call 850 Charters for a fishing trip.
Shawn Simoneaux
United States
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Went fishing with Emerald Coast Outfitters on March 4, 2019
Went fishing with Emerald Coast Outfitters on March 4, 2019
Don't come the first 2 weeks of March due to cold fronts that drop the temperature 30 degrees.
