Growing numbers of anglers are renting boats to get their fishing fix on the water. Many boat rental companies now offer center consoles and flats boats, rigged with features like livewells, life jackets, poling platforms and electronics. Here are some prime options for the Panhandle.

Dockside Rentals
Destin, FL
21-foot Century Center Console
½ Day – 240, Full Day – $350
(850) 428-3313
www.boatrentalsindestin.com

Shell Island Boat Rentals
Panama City, FL
17-foot Boston Whaler Center Console
½ Day – 229, Full Day – $289
(850) 234-7245
www.shellislandtours.com

Scotty Boat Rentals
Panama City, FL
Center Console
½ Day – $165, Full Day – $245
(850) 872-1714
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