- Location
- Port St. Joe / Cape San Blas, Florida
- Trip Types
- Private inshore fishing; scalloping; snorkeling; dolphin and sunset cruises
- Phone
- 850-247-0799
Shallow Seas Charters is a veteran-owned guide service operating from Presnell’s Bayside Marina on St. Joseph Bay. Captain Lee offers private light-tackle fishing for small groups, along with seasonal scalloping and other ways to explore the bay.
Contact and booking details
| Operator | Shallow Seas Charters |
|---|---|
| Area | Port St. Joe / Cape San Blas, Florida |
| Departure / address | Presnell’s Bayside Marina, 2115 County Road 30A, Port St. Joe, FL 32456. |
| Phone | 850-247-0799 / 706-580-2021 |
| shallowseascharters@gmail.com | |
| Website / reservations | Visit Shallow Seas Charters |
| Trip options | Private inshore fishing; scalloping; snorkeling; dolphin and sunset cruises |
Captain Lee and the boat
Lee grew up fishing with his brother in South Florida and continued fishing during a 22-year Army career. After retiring, he and his family settled in Port St. Joe.
The charter uses a 21-foot Champion bay boat for groups of up to four. Published equipment includes a Power-Pole, an i-Pilot trolling motor, fishing electronics and the tackle needed for the outing. The captain is described as Coast Guard licensed and insured.
Fishing and family activities
Inshore trips focus on seasonal opportunities for redfish, trout, flounder, Spanish mackerel and sharks. The company specifically welcomes young anglers and describes its fishing trips as private, so unrelated parties are not combined.
Scalloping, snorkeling, dolphin outings and sunset cruises are also advertised. Ask which activities can be combined and whether swimming equipment is supplied for the specific trip. Scalloping availability depends on the applicable season and local conditions.
Booking and preparation
Contact the business for current duration choices, prices, license coverage and cancellation terms. The site advertises a 10% discount for active and retired military, police, firefighters and EMS; confirm eligibility and whether it applies to your reservation.
Use Presnell’s Bayside Marina as the departure reference, then obtain the exact meeting point and boarding time. The separate Hunter Circle address on the site is a business contact address. Ask about food, drinks, fish processing and what to bring for a fishing versus a swimming outing.
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
Featured photo: Shallow Seas guest holding a fish aboard a bay boat. Photo from Shallow Seas Charters.