Destin Vacation Rentals for Your Florida Fishing Trip
Destin is the “World’s Luckiest” fishing village. Surrounded by water with the Gulf of Mexico to the south and Choctawhatchee Bay to the north, Destin is a fisherman’s’ paradise. Our famous abundant waters are internationally recognized and provide the perfect playground for fishermen of all expertise. Cast from the shore or water’s edge for Pompano or from the Destin jetties for Redfish, Speckled Trout and White Snapper. Explore the waters by boat for Cobia, Red Snapper, Grouper, Amberjack, Scamp, Triggerfish and Black Fin Tuna. Destin happens to harbor the largest Charter Boat Fleet in Florida, including more than 140 vessels from party boats to private charters. Let them take you offshore beginning at 27 miles out in search of Sailfish, White Marlin, Blue Marlin and Wahoo. Destin is also known as the Billfish Capital of the Gulf. One trip to Destin and an angler is surely hooked. With so many vessels and charters boats from which to choose, we have decided to narrow our Destin Fishing Guide to a few of our personal favorites.
Angry Fish Charter – Angry Fish Charters likes to hook you up with some tough fish, even mean fish. Offering charters for deep sea, inshore and offshore fishing, they provide ice, boat, all tackle, bait, fuel and, oh yes, someone to run the boat. 850.687.7037
BackBay Fishing - Fish with this consistent winner in the Destin Fishing Rodeo – Captain Brandon Wright. BackBay specializes in light tackle, inshore, shallow water fishing and even fly fishing, offering fun for the whole family. Business or group charters are welcome, too. We’ll include everything but your food and drink. 850.200.5842
Half Hitch Tackle – For current fishing conditions, tournament information, licensing & regulations and great fishing images of Destin and surrounding areas, visit Half Hitch’s site. Visit their shop in downtown Destin. 621 E. Hwy. 98. 877.369.4360
Harborwalk Marina - Located at the foot of the Destin Bridge, they maintain a full service marina and transient slip rentals with yacht facilities. Climb aboard the Swoop, Destin’s newest party and Fishing Boat. 850.337.8250