Our Locations
Fishing Locations in 30A & South Walton
If you’re looking at booking a fishing charter in 30A, the good news is this area gives you options almost every day — because you’re not limited to just one type of water. Along Scenic Highway 30A in South Walton, you’ve got the Gulf on one side and the protected inshore systems of Choctawhatchee Bay on the other, which is a big reason this region is so consistent for guided trips.
At 30A Bay Guide Service, Captain Marvin plans each trip around the conditions and your group. That means we choose the water that makes the most sense (and the launch that keeps your day efficient), so you spend more time fishing and less time running.
What Fishing Is Like Around 30A
Fishing in South Walton
Most charter trips in the 30A / South Walton area focus on inshore fishing — bays, flats, and calmer protected water where you can comfortably fish light tackle and adjust tactics quickly if conditions change.
Choctawhatchee Bay is a major part of that inshore fishery, supporting popular targets like redfish, speckled trout, black drum, sheepshead, and flounder.
If the Gulf is calm, it can be beautiful — but when wind picks up, protected inshore water is often the smoother, more productive play for a charter experience. That “conditions first” mindset is common among serious Gulf Coast anglers, and it’s how Captain Marvin approaches every trip.
What You Can Catch on a 30A Charter
Depending on season and conditions, trips in this region commonly target a mix of inshore species such as:
- redfish
- speckled trout
- flounder
- black drum
- sheepshead
- and occasional hard-fighters like jack crevalle.
The key thing to know as a guest is simple: you don’t need to show up with a “perfect plan.” Captain Marvin adjusts based on what’s happening that day — water clarity, wind direction, bait activity, and where the most consistent opportunities are showing.
Why We Use Multiple Launch Areas
People often assume the best fishing is tied to one “spot.” In reality, around 30A it’s more about choosing the right water for the day.
Launching from different areas helps Captain Marvin:
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shorten travel time
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avoid the roughest water when wind is up
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stay closer to the day’s best clarity and bait movement
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match your trip style (kids, inshore, tarpon, shark) to the most efficient plan
That’s why we commonly launch from Santa Rosa Beach, Freeport, or Panama City Beach — and confirm the best meeting point ahead of time based on conditions.
Our Launch Areas
Below is a quick overview of each launch area and their locations on a map. If you want the full breakdown, each one has its own dedicated page.