Beaches of South Walton Area Fishing & Watersports

Whether you prefer fly fishing in the area's many fresh and saltwater lakes or charter boat fishing on the Gulf of Mexico, the Beaches of South Walton and neighboring Destin has something to please even the most serious angler or fly fisherman. For beachside fun, boat and equipment rental companies supply adventurers with everything they need for a day on the water.

The Anastasia
Destin, FL
(850) 837-9519

The Anastasia, located at the Harborwalk Marina in Destin, offers outstanding year round deep sea fishing charters. Our private saltwater fishing charters include half day, full day, and 2 or 3 day overnight Yellow Fin and Black Fin Tuna trips.  Depending on the fishing seasons, we can troll for King Mackerel, Spanish mackerel, or Cobia. Or bottom fish for Snapper, Grouper, Triggerfish, Amberjack and Mahi Mahi. Sports fishing is usually for Sailfish, Marlin, and Tuna. Whatever your taste buds desire, we can catch!

Finest Kind
Destin, FL
(850) 837-6629

Finest Kind – a Destin, Florida Legend in Saltwater Fishing. The Finest Kind is a 53 foot G&S Fiberglass Sportfishermen. It is U.S.C.G. approved and can carry up to 22 passengers.
Captain Tommy Browning is the holder of the largest marlin caught in Florida and former record holder of the largest marlin in the Gulf. He also holds the record for the largest King Mackerel entered in the October Destin Fishing Rodeo Tournament. The Finest Kind is conveniently located in Destin, Florida at the Harborwalk Marina.

Day Break
Destin, FL
(850) 259-1962

Charter boat Daybreak is a 47 foot G&S Sportfisherman that carries up to 12 passengers and specializes in everything from family fun to corporate trips and complete tournament fishing charters.  The Daybreak is the battlewagon of choice when experience and results count.  She has been extensively refitted with modern common-rail diesels that produce almost no smoke and fumes and are 50% quieter than the engines of most other charter boats.  We were the 2007 Captains Award winner for the Destin Fishing Rodeo and Captain Eric and 1st Mate Mic stand ready with over forty years of fishing experience and the desire to ensure your trip is fun and unforgettable.  We still love to fish and hope you will love fishing with us.  Destin was and always will be a fishing destination of World Class level; come experience what made Destin famous!  Call Capt. Eric at (850) 259-1962 (cell) or (850) 650-1962 and reserve your trip now. 

Dead Fish Charters
174 WaterColor Way
Seagrove Beach, FL
850-685-1092

Dead Fish Charters offers everything from bottom fishing to surface fishing to cobia and tarpon fishing. They provide roads and reels, all bait, tackle, ice and the Charter covers your fishing license.

Destin Princess /Destiny
Located 1/2 mile east of the Destin bridge
behind Fisherman's Wharf
850-837-5088

Spend several hours on the crystal waters of the Emerald Coast aboard the Destin Princess/Destiny and experience some of the most thrilling fishing the area has to offer. Guests are provided with rod,reel,bait,tackle and license but should bring their own coolers with food and drinks.

Little Nemo
210 Harbor Blvd
Destin, FL
850-837-2320

Let the kids experience the thrill of fishing in "the luckiest fishing village" aboard the Little Nemo! Geared toward children ages 5 to 12, kids will enjoy three hour tour that includes crabbing, fishing for bait and trolling for mackerel.

Not A Dog Charters
Santa Rosa Beach, FL
850-267-2514

Not A Dog is a 20-foot catamaran custom-built by captain Kerry. Equipped with modern electronics and powered by twin Yamaha four-stroke outboard engines, she provides a quiet and comfortable ride to the fishing grounds. The maximum capacity is four anglers for a four- hour minimum day of fishing.

Destin Snorkel
Destin , FL
850-269-2329

Destin Snorkel offers a wide range of tours on a  Coast Guard approved 49 passenger boats; Reef Runner. Reef Runner is the first to offer all day snorkel tours on the Emerald Coast. The Captains and crew have one goal and that is to make sure your have a fun safe time while exploring the pristine waters surrounding Destin.

Lil' Stasia
Destin, FL
anastasiacharterboat.com
(850) 259-0601 or (850) 259-6900

The Lil' Stasia is a 22 ft. '08 Pathfinder Center Console with T-top that specializes in light tackle back bay fishing. It features two live wells, trolling motor and GPS. Bring up to your of your friends and enjoy catching Redfish, Speckled Trout, Sheepshead, Flounder, Pompano, Spanish and King Mackerel. 4, 5, and 6 hour trips available.

Big Daddy's Bikes and Beach Sport
2217 Hwy 30-A
Blue Mountain Beach, FL
850-622-1165

Big Daddy's Bike and Beach Sports, provides South Walton and the beaches of the Emerald Coast with the finest line of bikes and accessories available. They also offer a full line of ocean kayaks, surfboards and beach gear for sale or rent. Free delivery service is available in the local area.

Yellowfin Ocean Sports
Grayton Beach,FL
850-231-9024

Yellowfin provides a variety of ways to enhance your visit to the Beaches of
South Walton. For many, the best way to explore the 30A area is by bicycle. Others can’t wait to hit the beach with their surf fishing rods. Kayaking, both for fishing or just pure fun, is a popular way to explore the variety of waters in our area.

Boogie's Watersports
2 Hwy 98
Destin, FL
850-654-4497

Located on Hwy 98,at the Destin bridge, Boogie's offers rentals of new
waverunners, jetskis, and pontoon boats. For visitors eager to spot a dolphin
in the wild, the company also operates a wave runner-guided tour as well as glass-bottomed boat tour. For more fearless types, there's always parasailing.

Blue Sky Kayak Tours
SouthWalton Beach, FL
850-368-3155

Blue Sky Kayak Tours is a full service kayak tour company. Specializing in
nature tours, kayak fishing and private kayak instruction. Come paddle the
Gulf of Mexico, Choctawhatchee Bay, rare coastal dune lakes and freshwater
rivers and springs.

Marsh Hen River Tours
Santa Rosa Beach, FL
850-267-6940

Choctawhatchee and Intercoastal interpretive tours. Can accommodate 6-8
people offering fishing trips. Learn about Old Florida through eyes of the wildlife, the breeze that whispers legends, and paths traveled by the Native Indians. Offers 2, 4, 6 and 8 hour tours of the Choctawhatchee Bay and River system.

Ride On Surf School
Next to Pompano Joe's
Miramar Beach, FL
850-267-6940

Finally, More To do at the beach than just suntan! Ride On Surf School offers surfing fun for the entire Family at ANY SKILL Level. Come on out and let our team of experienced, certified surf instructors show you why this is the fastest
growing water sport in the world.

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