Dead Fish Charters in Grayton Beach

Dead Fish Charters is Captain Larry Pentel's Grayton Beach fishing operation, with trips launched directly from the beach. The business specializes in small groups and the nearby Gulf grounds, offering an alternative for 30A visitors who want to board locally rather than travel to a larger harbor.

Contact and booking details

Captain Larry's local history

Larry's biography describes growing up in South Walton close to the beach, with fishing, diving and surfing central to his childhood. He began beach launching as a youngster and later operated a wholesale fish business.

In 1999 he sold that business and returned to beach-launched fishing as his focus. His biography emphasizes local habitat knowledge and sight fishing, especially for cobia. Older reports describe different boats over time, so confirm the current vessel rather than treating a historical boat article as today's specification.

Fishing methods and trip length

The fishing information page describes bottom fishing around natural and artificial structure, commonly within six miles of the beach. Snapper, grouper and triggerfish are among the targets. Trolling and surface fishing can add mackerel, bonito, cobia and other migratory fish according to conditions.

Captain Larry also highlights spring cobia sight fishing from a boat tower. Tell him whether your group is interested in a family introduction, bottom fishing or a particular technique so he can recommend a suitable plan.

Published prices and inclusions

A four-hour half-day for up to four people is listed at $1,000, with additional time at $250 per hour. A three-hour summer short trip is advertised at $800. Confirm the current fare and available durations for your date.

Rods, reels, bait, tackle, ice and fishing-license coverage are listed as included. The operator provides an iced cooler for guests' drinks and asks them to bring snacks, drinks, sunscreen, hats, sunglasses and a camera. Clarify fish cleaning and gratuity when booking.

Meeting and weather arrangements

The fishing operation launches from Grayton Beach. The Silverleaf Lane address is a business contact address and should not be assumed to be the boarding point. Obtain the exact beach access, arrival time and parking instructions directly.

A beach launch depends on surf and weather conditions. Ask about the captain's decision process, rescheduling, refunds and customer cancellation terms before paying, because the reviewed current rate page does not provide the complete policy. Discuss any assistance needed to board from the sand.

Details checked September 26, 2026, using the operator’s published information. Rates, boats, meeting points and policies can change; confirm the final trip details directly. Listed species describe possible targets, not a guaranteed catch or an open harvest season.

Sources and photos

• Dead Fish Charters — Official website
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• Dead Fish Charters — Captain larry

Featured photo: Fishing party and boat at Grayton Beach. Photo from Dead Fish Charters.