Skinny Water Charters

Clearwater Fishing Charters

Ready to have the fishing adventure of a lifetime? Look no further. From catching huge tarpon in the backwaters to reeling beautiful snook on the grass flats,

Skinny Water Charters has you covered!

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Captain Craig Lahr

Meet Your Captain

Capt. Craig grew up on Indian Rocks Beach, learning from the old-timers on the pier until Hurricane Elena wiped it out in 1985. He went to sea as a commercial mate, then fell hard for Clearwater’s grass flats and the precision of light-tackle and fly fishing. Today the backwater estuaries are his second home. Skinny Water Charters and Capt. Craig hold IGFA world records, and he’s IGFA Certified. Come experience skinny-water fishing at its best.

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Why Choose Skinny Water Charters?

Flats Fishing Charter Pro

From the shallow grass flats fishing to the bays, our flats fishing charters are among the best in the area. Our flats charters include taking one to four persons to areas such as the grass flats, nearshore, backwaters and bays along Clearwater & Tarpon Springs and even into the Tampa Bay. Our flats fishing experiences include casting with artificial or live bait along with traditional & fly fishing. Expect to catch snook, redfish, tarpon, mackerel, shark, cobia, threadfin, shark & more.

A True Clearwater Fishing Charter

What’s the difference between a clearwater fishing guide & a charter captain? Anyone can go out and pass a test to get a Captains license. However, not everyone is truly considered a ‘guide’. A is someone who truly knows how to fish the area. Looking for a deep sea fishing outing? Let’s talk. From having the right equipment, boat, waterway knowledge to knowing what is biting on a summers morn vs. a winters eve and what bait to use in each scenario. Captain Craig Lahr of Skinny Water Charters is a true, ‘Clearwater Fishing Guide’.

Best Guide & Charter Boat in Clearwater

“I’ve been in the fishing business for 38 years of those, 23 as a full-time guide. This experience, in my eyes makes me one of the best charter boat captains in the Clearwater / Tampa Bay area. From 1982 thru 1995 I worked with several different captains on many different vessels. Each of which were the best at their craft.” Capt’ Craig Lahr, Skinny Water Charters – Top fishing charters in Clearwater FL.

Fall (Sep - Nov)

Snook
Redfish
Spotted Seatrout
Spanish Mackerel
King Mackerel
Tripletail
Flounder

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Winter (Dec - Feb)

Snook
Redfish
Spotted Seatrout
Sheepshead
Black Drum
Mangrove Snapper

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Flats Fishing Charter Guide in Tampa Bay, Clearwater & Tarpon Springs

“I told Craig I wanted to go catching not fishing and that’s what we did! About 25 fish in 4 hours. Fantastic guide. He knows everything there is to know about fishing and the environment. Even saw porpoises, a bull shark, and a family of manatee. I wish I could go again tomorrow!”

“Had a great trip with Captain Craig of Skinny Water Charters. A lot of great fish. Trout, Red Fish, Grass Grouper and a nice bonnet head for fun. Quality gear, plenty of live bait and an expert guide. Couldn’t ask for more. Fishing season is always upon us and inshore charters, deep waters or bottom fishing, you have to book a trip in Clearwater with Captain Craig.”

“Spent half day fishing with Captain Craig. He was great with my 8 yr old grandson. He was well prepared and knowledgeable. Made it for a great time.”

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Adventure of a Lifetime?

Hours: Monday - Sunday, 6:00 am - 9:00 am

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Kids 12 & under free of charge. No more than three children.

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Call or Text: (727) 204 - 9626

Skinny Water Charters 198 SEMINOLE ST,
CLEARWATER FL 33755

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Skinny Water Charters 198 SEMINOLE ST, CLEARWATER FL 33755

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(727) 204-9626