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Panama City Beach Fishing Charters

12 charter captains and guides fishing from Panama City Beach (PCB), Panama City and St. Andrews Bay, listed A to Z with their boats, trip types and published prices. Call the captain directly – we never take a commission.

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Panama City Beach fishing charters and guides, A to Z

Trip types, species and prices are shown as each operator publishes them. Ask the captain what fits your group, and confirm prices before you book.

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Capt. Anderson's Marina Deep Sea Fishing (party boats)

5550 N Lagoon Drive, Panama City Beach, FL 32408

Party boats Capt. Anderson, Capt. Anderson IV, Capt. Anderson V

Deep seaParty boat

Targets: Snapper, Grouper, Triggerfish, Mackerel

6 Hour Deep Sea Fishing, fishing price $956 Hour Deep Sea Fishing, rider price $40
(850) 234-3435Website

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Chances R Charters

5550 N Lagoon Dr, Slip 10 West, Panama City Beach, FL 32408

Capt. Stephen Brookins53 ft Chances R; 45 ft Knot RightUp to 20 guests

OffshoreDeep seaReef

Targets: Red snapper, Grouper, Black grouper, Wahoo, Spanish mackerel, King mackerel, Mahi-mahi, Tuna

(850) 890-1616Website

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Charter Boat Freedom

Capt. Anderson's Marina, 5550 N Lagoon Dr, Panama City Beach, FL 32408

Capt. Wayne Luebe44 ft Henriques Sport Fisher (Freedom)

OffshoreDeep sea

Targets: Red snapper, Grouper, Amberjack, Triggerfish, Vermilion snapper, Cobia, King mackerel, Mahi-mahi

(850) 774-4344Website

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Hook'em Up Charters

5550 North Lagoon Drive, Slip 1E and Slip 3E, Panama City Beach, FL 32408

Capt. B.J. Burkett55 ft Game Changer; Hooked Up; 43 ft Lady RayeUp to 28 guests

Coast Guard license shown on their site checked October 2026

OffshoreDeep seaReef

Targets: King mackerel, Spanish mackerel, Mahi-mahi, Wahoo, Cobia, Snapper, Amberjack, Grouper

(850) 774-8333Website

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Kelley Girl Charters

5550 North Lagoon Drive, Slip 00E, Panama City Beach, FL 32408

Capt. Mark Kelley52 ft Kelley Girl (Capt. Carson Kelley); 55 ft Lady Kelley (Capt. Mark Kelley)Up to 20 guests

InshoreOffshoreDeep seaReef

Targets: Spanish mackerel, King mackerel, Bonito, Mahi-mahi, Wahoo, Cobia, Red snapper, Grouper

(850) 866-5694Website

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Captain Mike Charters

Captain Anderson's Marina, 5550 N Lagoon Dr, Panama City Beach, FL 32408

Capt. Mike52 ft Capt. Mike; 65 ft Bonner Lady S; 45 ft Henriques Capt. HankUp to 36 guests

InshoreNearshoreOffshoreDeep sea

Targets: Red snapper, Grouper, King mackerel, Spanish mackerel, Amberjack, Mahi-mahi, Wahoo, Triggerfish

(850) 866-3474Website

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North Bay Charters

Captain Anderson's Marina, 5550 North Lagoon Drive, East Pier, Slip #2, Panama City Beach, FL 32408

Capt. Larry Lemieux

InshoreOffshore

Targets: Red snapper, Grouper, King mackerel, Wahoo, Triggerfish, Flounder, Sheepshead, Redfish

(850) 527-6571Website

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Showtime Fishing Charters

5550 N Lagoon Dr, Panama City Beach, FL 32408

Capt. Ashton Lewis42 ft sportfishing boat

NearshoreOffshoreDeep sea

Targets: Red snapper, Grouper, Amberjack, King mackerel

10-Hour Morning Deep Sea Trip (starting at) $2,20010-Hour Morning Bottom Fishing Trip (starting at) $2,50012-Hour Morning Offshore Trip (starting at) $2,600+2 more on their site
(850) 258-2562Website

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Trip types

Deep sea, inshore or party boat in Panama City Beach?

How the 12 operators listed here split by the trips they run. Not sure which fits? Read inshore vs offshore fishing.

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Deep sea and offshore boats

Offshore and deep sea trips run past the beaches to reefs, wrecks, ledges and open water for bigger fish. Expect longer runs, more swell and longer trips – full days are common.

Usually after: Red snapper, Grouper, King mackerel, Wahoo.

Deep sea fishing in Panama City Beach: all 12 boats →

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Inshore and bay guides

Inshore trips fish calm bays, flats, marsh and the passes close to land. Short runs, smaller boats and steady action make them the usual pick for kids and first-timers.

Usually after: Red snapper, King mackerel, Grouper, Amberjack.

Inshore fishing charters in Panama City Beach: all 6 guides →

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Party boats

Party boats (head boats) sell spots per person, bait and tackle included. They are the cheapest way onto the water, and the crew helps beginners.

Usually after: Snapper, Grouper, Triggerfish, Mackerel.

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Today on the water

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Live from NOAA tide station 8729152, NOAA station 8729210, the National Weather Service. Tide times are predictions. Sunrise and moon are calculated for Panama City Beach.

Full tide table and what is biting: Panama City Beach fishing report.

Seasons

What is biting in Panama City Beach, month by month

The main months for each fish, so you can match your dates to what you want to catch.

SpeciesJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Red snapper
Gag grouper
Red grouper
Tarpon
Triggerfish
Amberjack

Shaded months are the main season or open season for each fish, from the state wildlife agency or local captains’ own published calendars. Seasons and limits change – check current rules before you go. Sources: myfwc.com, reelrosiecharters.com, pcbeachfish.com.

Know before you go

Fishing in Panama City Beach: local notes

Capt. Anderson's Marina (5550 N Lagoon Dr, on Grand Lagoon) is the main charter hub: it runs its own party boats and hosts dozens of private charter boats.

Source: captandersonsmarina.com

Treasure Island Marina at 3605 Thomas Dr is home to the Jubilee and Treasure Island party boats (850-230-9222).

Source: treasureislandmarina.net

Charter boats without a federal for-hire permit may keep red snapper only in Florida Gulf state waters during the recreational season.

Source: myfwc.com

Gulf gag grouper is open only September 1-30 in 2026.

Source: myfwc.com

Questions

Panama City Beach fishing charter questions

How many fishing charters are in Panama City Beach?

We list 12 charter captains and guides fishing from Panama City Beach (PCB), Panama City and St. Andrews Bay, A to Z – not ranked.

How much is a fishing charter in Panama City Beach?

2 of the 12 operators listed here publish prices – you will see them on each listing. Prices depend on trip length, the boat and how far offshore you go, so confirm with the captain.

What fish can you catch in Panama City Beach?

The species Panama City Beach captains list most often are Red snapper, Grouper, King mackerel, Wahoo, Amberjack and Triggerfish. In October, the season calendar above shows Red snapper, Red grouper in season.

Do I need a fishing license on a charter in Florida?

Anglers on a for-hire vessel (guide, charter or party boat) with a valid charter license are exempt from the saltwater license and snook/lobster permits. A Florida resident annual license is $17 and a nonresident annual license $47. Florida fishing license prices and rules.

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No. You book with the captain directly by phone or on their own website, and they keep 100% of the trip price.

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