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Christopher Vaughn
Christopher Vaughn
Repeat angler
us
Austin, TX, US
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Member since 2022
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4 trips
5.0
Verified

Full Day with Capt. Ben

Full Day Trip3 adults

I’ve taken a bunch of guided trips, but Capt. Ben was hands down the best. He was knowledgeable, prepared, positive and put us on numerous species. We took two trips with him and caught bonefish, snook, cuda, jacks, nurse sharks, snapper, permit, trout and came close sight casting tarpon who were being finicky. Will definitely use Leatherneck again when I return to the keys. Thanks again for everything!

Reported Catch
Bonefish
Bonefish
Snook
Snook
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Permit
Permit
Response from Captain

My pleasure brother thanks for coming out enjoyed having you guy!

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Leatherneck Backcountry Fishing
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State licensed
4.9
(189)
18 ft
Group size 1 - 3
1 - 3
Fish 1
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+10
4 hour trip • 1 person
US $450

Rating

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

What anglers say

  • 99%
    Great experience
  • 89%
    Family friendly
  • 100%
    Friendly captain
  • 99%
    Good boat
  • 99%
    Recommended
  • 93%
    Caught fish

All reviews (189)

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  • Caitie Armendariz
    Caitie Armendariz
    us
    Florida, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Captain Ben is the King!

    Half Day Trip (PM) • 2 adults

    This was our second time fishing with Ben and definitely won’t be our last! Husband and I did this charter a few years back on our honeymoon and had a blast. We caught a lot of fish both times. Ben’s the greatest. We live in FL and target a lot the same species back home, and this guy really changed the game for us. He taught us his ways and now we catch way more fish lol. Amazing charter captain but man is he a great teacher also. Highly recommend his charter just for a fun day out or if you want to learn some stuff. This guy knows his shit and he’ll put you on the fish!

    Reported Catch
    Snook
    Mangrove Snapper
    Response from Captain

    cant wait to see ypu guys again! Happy Anniversary!!!

  • David Soeldner
    David Soeldner
    us
    Wisconsin, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    A Great Day!

    3/4 Day Trip • 3 adults

    Captain Ben was a pleasure to go out with. The trip was a gift for our 18 year old nephew and Ben really took him under his wing and they were able to talk "shop" etc. The weather was not great (windy) but Ben kept moving to new locations until we found more fish. He fileted the red snappers that we caught and we took them to a nearby restaurant and had them for lunch. Highly recommended.

    Response from Captain

    pleasure having you guys

  • Austin Theisen
    Austin Theisen
    us
    Iowa, US
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    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    A BLAST!!! BOOK TODAY!!

    3/4 Day Trip • 2 adults

    almost non stop action catching multiple species of fish, jack cervalles, look downs, snappers, barracudas... including hooking into two sharks and a big grouper, they cut the line being we were only fishing with jigs. they still fought like crazy the time inhad them hooked and was awesome. cant forget the 30lb permit about 30 minutes into the trip. Captain Ben was awesome! very personable, knowledgeable and just a great guy to fish with. i cannot wait to schedule another trip, probably one of the best times Ive ever had on the water

    Reported Catch
    Permit
    Mangrove Snapper
    Response from Captain

    it was my pleasure having you guys today brother. i jad a blast fishing with you and congratulations on that fish well deserved after that battle

  • Gary Haughian
    Gary Haughian
    us
    Florida, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    great trip !

    3/4 Day Trip • 2 adults

    had a great day fishing flamingo islands with Ben super nice guy, attentive and really wants to catch fish caught nice snook, snapper and jacks will definitely be back in winter for another trip highly recommended !! thanks Ben

    Reported Catch
    Snook
    Mangrove Snapper
    Response from Captain

    absolutely great having you guys on board today. looking forward to our next trip!!! hope to see you guys again!

  • Troy Shullick
    Troy Shullick
    ca
    Ontario, Canada
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    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Great mix of fish and locations.

    3/4 Day Trip • 2 adults

    The trip was great! Capt Ben was knowledgeable, patient and good to talk to. We had a a lot of fun catching lots of snapper and jacks as well as a barracuda and a goliath grouper. I would highly recommend Capt Ben!

    Response from Captain

    it was my pleasure having you guys tons of fun