MADEIRA BEACH, Fla. — A Pinellas County marina was ranked the best fishing charter in the country this year.
Hubbard's Marina was voted the No. 1 on USA Today's 10Best. for the third year in a row.
They were also recognized as the No. 3 boat tour in the country. The publication called it "one of the top authorities for water-based recreation along Florida's Gulf Coast."
“We are happy and humbled that our dedication to fishing and providing a world-class experience has been recognized once again. To be considered again in a field of amazing business from around the country is incredible and to win is humbling,” said Captain Dylan Hubbard.
The marina is family-owned and operated and has been in business since 1928. Not only do they offer fishing trips but also private charters, dolphin-watching and sunset cruises.
Here is the full list of rankings:
- Hubbard's Marina - Madeira Beach, FL
- FishMonster Charters - Key West, Florida
- MobSquad Fishing - Delaware and Maryland
- Fishbucket Sportfishing - Boston, MA
- Castillo Tours - San Juan, Puerto Rico
- Lady Luck Adventures - Shalimar, FL
- Reel Dead Fishing Charters - Truro, MA
- Backwater Tarpon Fishing Charters - San Juan, Puerto Rico
- Cowboy Charters - Freeport, TX
- Chesapeake Bay Sport Fishing - Stevensville, MD