Destin inshore fishing charters
Redfish, spotted seatrout and flounder on Choctawhatchee Bay and Destin Harbor.
Book a local captain for an inshore trip on Choctawhatchee Bay and Destin Harbor. Trips start at $550 for 2 hours, $650 for 3 hours, $750 for 4 hours, $1,050 for 6 hours and $1,400 for 8 hours, with the fishing license, rods, reels, tackle and bait included.
Book your inshore trip
Every calendar below shows live availability. Choose your number of guests, a date and a time, then book.
2-hour inshore charter
3-hour inshore charter
4-hour inshore charter
6-hour inshore charter
8-hour inshore charter
Saltwater license covered by the captain. Free cancellation up to 72 hours before. Full refund or free reschedule if the guide cancels for weather. Questions? Call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm.
What can you catch on an inshore trip in Destin?
iOutdoors books 2-, 3-, 4-, 6- and 8-hour inshore trips in Destin on Choctawhatchee Bay and Destin Harbor for redfish, spotted seatrout and flounder. Trips start at $550 for 2 hours, $650 for 3 hours, $750 for 4 hours, $1,050 for 6 hours and $1,400 for 8 hours. The licensed captain covers your saltwater fishing license, and rods, reels, tackle, bait and fuel are included.
What’s included and what to bring
- Licensed local captain
- Boat and fuel
- Saltwater fishing license (covered by the captain)
- Rods, reels and tackle
- Bait
- Captain tip (10–20% is customary)
- Food and drinks
- Transportation to the meeting spot
What to bring
What’s biting inshore by season
Winter Dec–Feb
- Redfish and trout in the bayous and creeks
- Fish the warmest part of the day
Spring Mar–May
- Redfish and trout on the grass flats
- Flounder start to move in
Summer Jun–Aug
- Trout and redfish early and late
- Start early to beat the afternoon storms
Fall Sep–Nov
- Flounder run near the passes
- Big redfish in the passes
Fish you can catch on an inshore trip in Destin
Redfish, spotted seatrout and flounder. Swipe to see what you could catch.
Redfish
Red drumOn the grass flats and oyster bars, often in shallow water.
Spotted seatrout
Speckled troutOver the grass flats, good for families.
Flounder
Southern flounderFlat fish on sandy bottoms near passes and docks, best in the fall.
Seasons, size and bag limits apply: see the FWC saltwater fishing regulations. Your captain can tell you what you can keep.
Where you’ll fish
Inshore trips fish Choctawhatchee Bay and Destin Harbor.
Meeting spot: your captain confirms the spot and start time with you before the trip.
Destin inshore fishing questions
How much does an inshore fishing charter in Destin cost?
Trips start at $550 for 2 hours, $650 for 3 hours, $750 for 4 hours, $1,050 for 6 hours and $1,400 for 8 hours. The booking calendar shows the exact price for your date and group.
What can I catch?
Redfish, spotted seatrout and flounder. What bites depends on the season and the tide.
Where do Destin inshore trips go?
Choctawhatchee Bay and Destin Harbor. Your captain confirms the meeting spot and start time with you before the trip.
Do I need a fishing license?
No. The captain’s saltwater license covers everyone fishing on the trip.
What’s included in the price?
The licensed captain, boat and fuel, your saltwater fishing license, rods, reels, tackle and bait. Not included: the captain’s tip (10–20% is customary) and food and drinks.
Can we keep the fish we catch?
Size and bag limits apply to many species, and some are catch and release. Your captain can tell you what you can keep on the day.
Which trip length should I pick?
2 or 3 hours is a good first trip with young kids. Longer trips give the captain time to move between spots and work the tide.
Is inshore fishing good for kids and first-timers?
Yes. Inshore trips fish calmer, protected water, and your captain sets up the rods and helps every step of the way.
What happens if the weather is bad?
If the captain or guide cancels for weather, you get a full refund or a free reschedule.
What is the cancellation policy?
You can cancel for free up to 72 hours before your trip.
More inshore trips in the Panhandle
Trips in other Panhandle towns. Some book online with a live calendar; others are booked by phone.
