Full Day Fishing Trip In Pensacola
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Fullday charter targets multiple species including Red Snapper and Cobia.All fishing gear and licenses provided for up to four guests.Captain Kenny offers maximum water time for recordbreaking catches.
Captain Kenny's Reel Way Fishing Charters offers one of the most comprehensive full-day fishing experiences you'll find along the Gulf Coast. When you're looking for serious time on the water with a captain who knows these Pensacola waters like the back of his hand, this is your ticket to an epic day of fishing. We're talking 8+ hours of prime fishing time, which gives you the real opportunity to dial in on different species and techniques throughout the day. The boat's equipped with everything you need - quality rods, reels, tackle, and your fishing license is covered too. All you need to bring is your cooler with snacks and drinks, plus that competitive spirit because we're going after some serious fish out here.
This isn't your typical half-day trip where you're just getting warmed up when it's time to head back. With a full day charter, Captain Kenny can really show you what Pensacola's inshore and nearshore waters have to offer. You'll start early, which is when the fish are most active, and work different spots throughout the day as conditions change. The boat accommodates up to 4 anglers, so you've got plenty of room to spread out and everyone gets quality fishing time. Captain Kenny reads the water conditions, weather, and seasonal patterns to put you on the best bite possible. Some days that means working structure for amberjack and cobia, other days it's running the flats for kings and spanish mackerel. The beauty of a full day is the flexibility to adapt and chase whatever's biting best.
Captain Kenny runs a variety of techniques depending on what we're targeting and where the fish are holding. For the pelagic species like king mackerel, we'll be trolling with live bait or pulling spoons and diving plugs at different depths. When we're working structure for amberjack and cobia, it's often live bait fishing or jigging with heavy tackle to muscle these fish up from the bottom. The boat's rigged with quality Penn and Shimano gear that can handle everything from finicky spanish mackerel to bruiser amberjack. We've got both spinning and conventional setups ready to go, plus a good selection of live bait when available. Circle hooks are standard for most applications, especially when targeting red snapper during open season. Captain Kenny will walk you through the techniques and make sure everyone's comfortable with the gear before we start fishing.
King Mackerel are the crown jewel of Pensacola's pelagic fishery and for good reason. These fish are pure speed and power, making blistering runs that'll have your drag screaming. Kings are most active from spring through fall, with the best action typically happening when water temperatures are in the 70s and 80s. They're structure-oriented fish, so we'll work wrecks, reefs, and drop-offs where baitfish congregate. A good king mackerel will test your endurance and technique, especially when they're in the 20-40 pound range that Pensacola is known for.
Greater Amberjack are the bulldogs of the reef, and they'll give you a workout you won't forget. These fish live around bottom structure in 60-200 feet of water and they know how to use every rock and crevice to their advantage. Amberjack are year-round residents, though they're most aggressive in the cooler months when they're not spawning. When you hook into a big amber, expect a straight-down fight where they'll try to wrap you around anything they can find. It's technical fishing that requires heavy tackle and quick reflexes.
Crevalle Jack might not win any beauty contests, but they're absolute tackle-busters that fight way above their weight class. These fish travel in schools and when you find them, the action can be non-stop. Jacks are opportunistic feeders that'll hit both live and artificial baits with authority. They're most active in warmer months and often show up around bait schools in 20-80 feet of water. The fight is what makes them special - they're like hooking into a runaway freight train.
Cobia are one of the most prized catches in these waters, and Pensacola sees some fantastic cobia fishing, especially during their spring and fall migrations. These fish are curious and intelligent, often coming up to investigate the boat before deciding whether to bite. Cobia are excellent table fare and can reach impressive sizes, with fish over 40 pounds not uncommon. They're typically found around structure, floating debris, or free-swimming in the water column. The key is being ready when they show up because they don't always stick around long.
Red Snapper are the ultimate Gulf Coast gamefish when the season's open. These fish are smart, structure-oriented, and absolutely delicious. Red snapper require precise technique and quality bait presentation to consistently catch. They live around hard bottom, wrecks, and artificial reefs in 40-200+ feet of water. The bite can be subtle, so paying attention to your rod tip and feeling every bump is crucial. When the federal season opens, there's nothing quite like a cooler full of quality red snapper to cap off a successful day.
A full day fishing trip with Captain Kenny gives you the best shot at experiencing everything Pensacola's waters have to offer. With maximum time on the water, quality gear provided, and a captain who knows how to put you on fish, you're set up for success from the moment you step on the boat. The variety of species available means there's always something biting, whether you're a seasoned angler looking for your next personal best or someone newer to saltwater fishing wanting to learn the ropes. Book your full day charter with Reel Way Fishing Charters and get ready for some serious fishing action in some of the Gulf's most productive waters.
Captain Kenny's 2014 Ameracat center console is your ticket to some serious fishing action in Pensacola's productive waters. This reliable motorboat handles the Gulf's chop with ease while you target everything from Spanish Mackerel to Red Snapper. The wireless trolling motor keeps things quiet when you're working structure for Cobia and Amberjack, while the fish finder helps locate schools of baitfish and the predators following them. GPS and radar keep you on the fish and safe in changing conditions. The onboard icebox keeps your catch fresh and your drinks cold during those long fights with Kingfish. With multimedia entertainment between fishing spots and room for 4 anglers, this boat gives you maximum time on the water to break personal records. All tackle and licenses included - just bring your appetite for great fishing off Florida's Panhandle.
Rachycentron CanadumCobia are one of our most prized catches - they look like brown sharks but fight completely different. These fish average 20-50 pounds and love cruising shallow water around buoys, wrecks, and floating debris. Spring migration (March-May) is prime time when they move through in big numbers. What makes them special? They're curious fish that'll often swim right up to the boat, plus the meat is fantastic - firm, white, and tastes like a cross between grouper and mahi. They're usually loners, not schoolers. We typically sight-fish for them in 20-60 feet. My best advice: when you see one, cast a bucktail jig or live bait ahead of where it's swimming, not right at it. Let the bait sink and work it slow.
Caranx HipposCrevalle Jacks are the bulldogs of the Gulf - pure muscle in a 3-15 pound package. These brassy, golden fish hunt in schools around grass flats, reefs, and anywhere baitfish gather. You'll spot them by watching for diving birds - the jacks push bait to the surface and create a feeding frenzy. They're aggressive year-round but peak in warmer months. What makes them fun? They fight like fish twice their size with bulldogging runs and stubborn head shakes. The meat's decent but it's really about the fight. When you see birds working, cast a silver spoon or topwater plug past the school and retrieve it fast - these guys love the chase. Quick tip: they're the bullies of the reef, so aggressive retrieves work best.
Seriola dumeriliGreater Amberjacks are the workhorses of our deep water fishing. These bruisers average 20-40 pounds but can push 60 or more. You'll find them around wrecks, reefs, and oil rigs in 80-200+ feet of water year-round, with peak action in spring and fall. What guests love most is the pure power - they'll take you straight to the bottom and make your arms burn. The meat's outstanding when prepared right, firm and meaty. April through May is spawning season when they're most aggressive. My go-to technique? Drop a live bait or heavy jig right to the bottom near structure, then work it just off the reef. Use heavy tackle - 50-pound test minimum. These fish will test every knot you tied.
Scomberomorus CavallaKing Mackerel, or "Kingfish" as we call them, are some of the fastest fish in the Gulf. These silver rockets typically run 10-30 pounds, but we see plenty over 40. They cruise in 40-150 feet of water around structure and temperature breaks. Spring through fall are prime time when they're chasing bait near the surface. What makes them special? Pure speed and long runs that'll test your drag. The meat's excellent too - firm white fillets perfect for grilling. Here's a local trick: when trolling, use a wire leader and position your second hook about 6 inches back from the first. Kings love to hit bait from behind, and that stinger hook will save you from a lot of short strikes when they're being picky.
Lutjanus CampechanusRed Snapper are the crown jewel of Gulf bottom fishing. These bright red beauties typically run 2-8 pounds, though we catch plenty in the teens. They live around hard bottom, reefs, and wrecks in 60-200 feet of water. Season varies by regulations, but summer months are usually prime time. What makes them special? They're scrappy fighters that'll try to cut your line on structure, plus they're hands-down the best eating fish in the Gulf - sweet, flaky white meat that's perfect any way you cook it. The key is getting your bait to the bottom fast with enough weight. Fresh cigar minnows or squid work great. Pro tip: once you hook one, keep steady pressure and bring it up quick - they'll wrap you around anything they can find.
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