Great beach, free to enter, tons of shells to collect. A lot of room to relax and set up chairs or…read morea blanket and just hang out. I will be back to collect more shells!

The Navarre Pier is always an exhilarating and gorgeous stop. It does not disappoint…read more We have seen sea turtles and dolphins here. It was my first time ever seeing sea turtles in the wild. Incredible! We frequently see jellyfish floating around. Some days are calm and gentle seas. Another day we witnessed a storm role in. Most recently, the gulf was rocking! Big swells and waves, so reminiscent of the Atlantic. The end of the pier is always busy with fisherman casting lines and families catching together. It's a clear tradition for many people. It's energetic and fun to watch. $1 to walk the pier is worth it. I imagine they use it to maintain the pier because this concrete beast is substantial. Take a walk down the longest pier in the gulf!

We have been out with many guides on all sorts of fishing trips over the years. This vacation (May…read more2024) we went out with Smitty to learn and do some surf fishing. To add to what the other reviewers have stated, I will say that Smitty is a fantastic person who is clearly knowledgeable, passionate, and respectful of the beach (fish, ecosystem, etc) and people. We learned so much and he gave us 110% the entire time that we were with him. There is no doubt that when we book our next vacation in the Navarre/Pensacola Beach area - Smitty is the next call! Beach fishing is unique and Smitty has top quality gear, excellent skills, and drive for making customers happy. He stays on top of what is going on fish-wise in the area so he always knows where to go. No doubt at all - we will be back! Rob

From the owner: At Smitty’s Surf Fishing, we don’t just fish the beach—we bring the beach to life…read more Owned and operated by Smitty, a retired Air Force veteran and Navarre’s only Florida Friendly Certified Fishing Guide, we offer a one-of-a-kind experience on Navarre’s beautiful shores and bays. Whether you’re casting into the surf at sunrise or exploring calm inshore waters, every trip is tailored to your skill level, goals, and sense of adventure. We specialize in family-friendly, beginner-friendly trips, helping first-timers catch their first pompano, redfish, or even shark right from the sand. For more seasoned anglers, we’ll help you level up your technique and chase that next personal best. As Navarre’s only Florida Friendly Certified Guide, I’m committed to sustainable fishing practices that protect our fisheries for the future. At Smitty’s, it’s more than a fishing trip—it’s a laid-back, unforgettable day filled with laughs, learning, and tight lines. Let’s make your Navarre fishing trip one for the books. Book today and see why locals and visitors alike choose Smitty’s Surf Fishing.

The best way to fish the Emerald Coast is by kayak. The sights you'll see and fish you'll catch are…read moreunmatched by any other fishing experience. Dolphins on the hunt, otters playing on the bank, bald eagles circling, all while catching fish. You will catch fish. Nick Lyte and crew are fish whisperers and know the waters and their secrets. A very professional outfit, Navarre Kayak Fishing fields top quality, clean boats, terminal tackle and all the gear you need to get on the water and on the fish. If you're looking for a top notch fishing adventure book with NKF!

Nick is hands down the best guide I've had the pleasure to fish with. He was very communicative…read morebefore scheduling the trip, made certain the window of time I had was good for fishing, was on time to set out and in no hurry to get off the water when my window expired. The kayaks (currently Predator PDL's) were super comfortable and easy to navigate, he was attentive on the water and full of knowledge about the area, fishing and the waters he guides on. We caught plenty of trout and redfish and had a great evening trip. I'll definitely be back on the water with Nick next time I'm in the area, don't hesitate to schedule a trip!

If your from out of town or local and wanna do some fishing, call Bryant. I called him kinda last…read moreminute and he went above and beyond to get us fixed up. Awesome time fishing! Hell , even if the fish aren't biting the stories he tells fills the gaps. My son and I laughed the whole time. Also , I'm a pretty active fresh water fisher , but if he tells you to put a "popper on" , save yourself the time and throw a popper out there . Awesome trip! Baits that showed the most action was ", green and silver top water popper, and a fire and ice CULPRIT 7.5 Worm.

Captain Bryant really knows where to fish and what bait to use .We caught quiet a few fish. I…read morewould definitely recommend this charter to anyone who is wanting a great fishing time . He is very attentive and courteous! We had alot of laughs and smiles that day! I will be calling him for all of our fishing charters !

We had a fishing trip today 8-3-23 with myself, husband and 3 of the littles. Our captain was…read moreAshley and we had a very enjoyable time. Kid's caught fish and that was what it was all about. She was knowledgeable and was patient with the kids and us. Would highly recommend this place. Very affordable. Thank you again Ashley for a great afternoon. Will see you next year

We booked the 3 Hour inshore fishing charter and it was great. Ashley the Captain was very friendly…read moreand helpful. She was great and put us on some great spots. Where me and 2 others caught about 20 Fish a piece. Would highly recommend them and Ashley as a captain for your next fishing trip.

My brother in law and I went out yesterday, and Captain Nick took great care of us. We were…read moreoriginally scheduled to depart at 4:00 pm, but due to a no show/no call (who does that?!) by a charter scheduled for earlier in the day, we were contacted to see if we wanted to go out earlier. Given the forecast of storms later in the day, we headed toward the marina within minutes. While on the way to the marina, Captain Nick called to make sure we were aware of the less than ideal conditions and to advise us that he'd do everything he could to make sure we got out and caught some fish as long as it was safe to do so. He knew we were making about an hour drive in traffic to get there, so I appreciated him calling to make sure we knew what to expect. We were greeted upon arrival and on our way out shortly thereafter. We had some rough waters with storms hugging the coast and what became a tropical storm the next day rolling in, but Captain Nick made sure we stayed as comfortable and dry as possible on our way out to some fishing spots. We made several stops and had bites just about every time we dropped a line. Captain Nick did a great job of explaining and demonstrating the technique for each type of fish, and he showed great patience with a couple midwesterners accustomed to setting hooks while bass fishing. We lost a number of fish (likely due to midwesterner operator error), but came in with 3 red snapper, 4 Mahi, and a white snapper. We also pulled in several other red snapper and a gag grouper which were put back because they didn't meet size limitations. It seems we didn't catch what other O Sea D charters had as of late, but I attribute that to weather conditions and in no way fault Captain Nick - he knows his stuff and his spots, as we had action nearly all of the time we were fishing. As the wind would push us away from the hot spots we'd pull up our bait, and he'd put us right back on top of the fish. Once the trip ended we headed back to the marina, and Captain Nick set us up for some pictures with our haul then cleaned everything for us to take home and eat. We had a cooler but not enough ice, and Captain Nick was gracious enough to load us back up with ice for the trip home. We had quite the feast that night, (some grilled and some fried) and all of it pulled from the gulf no more than 6 hours before we ate it! Within a couple hours after our charter ended, Captain Jeff (the owner) followed up with me to make sure we had a good time despite the tough conditions. He also sent me a photo Captain Nick had taken of us with our catch. Long story short, these guys are top notch in knowledge and customer service. We will be back for sure, and can't wait to bring others with us next time!

Captain Jeff and deckhand Aiden took us out this morning bright and early. They worked together as…read morea great team. Jeff was super detail oriented and answered all of our questions about fishing on the ride out to his favorite fishing spots. We immediately started catching big red snappers! Aiden went above and beyond his duties making sure everyone on the boat was situated with their fishing pole and bait. Thanks for a great trip, we will definitely be returning for a trip with Captain Jeff! 5 stars!

This is a beautiful strip of protected land that is simply breathtaking, if there is anything here…read moreto complain about well you're focusing on things that most would never consider to be a problem. The miles of paved highway is surrounded with white sugar sand beaches and towering dunes and beautiful water with lots of parking and not so many people at least the day of our visit. I guess this would be considered a barrier island but regardless of its designation it's one of the most beautiful stretch of beaches that I've come across and I've seen plenty - if you're planning a visit be prepared to spend the day the memories you make here will last you a lifetime, there aren't a lot of amenities if you consider the vastness of this place and please pack out everything you pack in this is one of the most pristine pieces of land I've visited and deserves the respect from all that visit. If there is such a thing as a bucket list item this definitely qualifies and if you're lucky enough to be able to spend some time here just do it - it exceeded all my expectations and I hope to return again soon...

The best place to spend a day. Made up of Opal beach, Ft Pickens and other federal parks in the…read morePanhandle, the parks offer various activities.

Rented a pontoon for the whole day, got upgraded for free. Did not show up on time due to rain,…read morethey called to make sure I was still coming. Very nice people. Gave us a rundown on where to go. Lots of fun. Price was decent for the long period of time we had the boat. Would totally do this again.

Very good experience with my family. Spent the day on vacation having a great time. Would…read morerecommend these guys any day of the week. Special shout out to Amir who was very professional and very helpful. Boats are great. They're easy and fun to drive. 5 Stars

Cannot say enough good things about this place. Tom was amazing when he delivered and explained all…read morethe equipment and also gave some insight for the Blue Angels practice for us. He was always a text away for questions and prompt on delivery and pick up. Thank you Tom. We will definitely rent from them again great experience!

Excellent, friendly, fast service and they delivered to us within the hour! Their rental goods are…read morein good shape and fit our needs perfectly. Highly recommend!