Serving Clearwater for over 50 years
Queen Fleet Deep Sea Fishing has served the Clearwater, FL area with high quality open party and private fishing trips for over 50 years. Featuring two one-of-a-kind boats, Queen Fleet Deep Sea Fishing boasts a friendly and experienced crew that will ensure that your time on board with us is enjoyable and unforgettable!
The Super Queen (half day fishing trips) is 90 feet long and is licensed to hold up to 150 passengers. Featuring a sun deck with lounge chairs and plenty of room for you and your guests, this boat is the largest head boat around!
The Gulf Queen (all day fishing trips) is 75 feet long and is licensed to hold up to 75 passengers. Known for its agility and speed, you will get more fishing time on these trips.
meet the experienced crew aboard our boats

CAPT. DAVE SPAULDING
Born in Ohio, Dave moved to the Clearwater area as a youngster. His father, Gene, started running fishing boats out of Clearwater Marina in the mid 1950’s. Dave owned his first charter boat by the age of 21, while working as a Clearwater Firefighter. He bought his first party-fishing boat in the early 1970’s, and the Queen Fleet was born. His pastimes include fishing, flying his airplane, and playing a round of golf every now and then. Dave no longer skippers the boats on a daily basis, but if you’re lucky, you can catch a glimpse of him in the mornings around the dock still issuing orders here and there.

CAPT. ERIC SPAULDING
Eric, a third-generation Clearwater fisherman, runs the half day trips as well as an occasional all day trip. Besides fishing, he enjoys playing guitar and golfing.

CAPT. STAN CZAPLICKI
Stan, our manager, has been with the Queen Fleet for over 40 years. He runs half day and all day trips, and is one of the finest fishermen you will come across. He and his wife, Chris, are avid photographers, and spend much of their leisure time traveling the state capturing award-winning nature photographs.

CAPT. BOB KIRN
Bob (known as BRILLO to many) has been with us for over 5 years now, and is the captain of the all day trips aboard the Gulf Queen. You WILL NOT find a Captain on any other charter or head boat that can match Bob’s enthusiasm for fishing. He is always willing to help a beginner get his or her first big grouper! Bob’s days off usually find him traveling with his family, fishing from his personal boat, or surfing with his son, Pete.

CAPT. TODD LEGATH
Todd has been with us for over 10 years, and splits time as both deckhand of the all day trips and Captain of the Super Queen. He always has a smile on his face and is very helpful to our guests. Besides fishing, he enjoys camping and spending time with his family.

CRAIG CUNNINGHAM
Craig, our expert chef aboard the Gulf Queen, is as much a fishing fanatic as anyone. He spends his days off going to school and fishing for just about anything that swims.
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SEE WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS HAVE TO SAY
HK Was very fun and amazing! Wasn’t expecting to catch a lot of fish but almost everyone caught one. The staff were very friendly and helpful. After we went fishing, we went to a nearby restaurant where they cook it for it. Was very delicious! Definitely would recommend it. Omar Diarbak Wonderful experience and the crew are helpful. Must try! Nate Mitchell Super fun and cheap Traci Putt The staff was onboard was fantastic. Super helpful, knowledgeable and funny. I wanted to knock off a half star because their site not any email reminders did not tell me they have a code when you check in which severely discounts your parking. Amanda Craig Absolutely amazing experience! The crew were incredibly helpful from start to finish. Showed us how to cast, best way to put the bait on, and take anything we caught off the lines. We weren't sure what we could take off ourselves and they made it so simple "if it's ugly, have one of us take it off" and that was so accurate for some of what we caught. The Captain moved us to several spots throughout the day and they did not disappoint. They cooked the burgers and hot dogs right when you wanted it and had a really good variety of snacks available the whole time. They filleted the fish we caught after it was over and told us the local restaurants (literally within walking distance) that would cook them up and they nailed it on flavor and good prices. Angel Lauriano I absolutely love taking this charter. The crew are second to none. Angela and Red are the best. Theo Best fishing experience ever. Met good people and had great conversations. Very welcoming, and they are from Michigan . Awesomeness and thank you.Load more