A Fishing Legacy Born in 1938 by Capt. Carl G. Forsberg, and
Still Running Strong Today!

For over eighty-eight years, the Forsberg family has been taking people fishing — first along the Atlantic coast under our founder, Capt. Carl G. Forsberg, and since 2004, right here in the legendary Gulf of America.

Generations have climbed aboard our boats, made memories with us, and returned year after year because they know exactly what we stand for: honesty, hospitality, and real-deal deep-sea adventure.

We’re Not Here To Be the Biggest — Just the Most Genuine

When you step onto the GulfStar Endurance, you’re not a number, and you’re not part of a crowd.

You’re treated like crew — greeted by people who love what they do, take pride in your experience, and make sure your day on the water is one you’ll talk about long after the fish are filleted.

Our pricing is straightforward and all-inclusive.

No hidden fees. No bait charges. No nickel-and-diming — ever.

Live (when available), fresh, and frozen bait is included because the focus should be on fishing, not the fine print.

A Family Tradition Carried by Generations of Watermen

Fishing isn’t a hobby in our family — it’s the backbone of who we are.

The Forsberg name has been tied to offshore fishing since 1938, with multiple generations of captains, crews, and dedicated watermen building a reputation for skill, integrity, and hard work.

At GulfStar, we don’t just take people fishing.

We invite them into a tradition — one built on sweat, saltwater, good humor, and a genuine love for the sea.

The GulfStar Endurance: Built for the Big Water

Our flagship vessel, the GulfStar Endurance, is a custom 85’ x 25’ offshore fishing machine designed for stability, comfort, and long-range performance. Whether you’re joining us for a half-day family trip or one of our exclusive multi-day Golden Grounds expeditions, the Endurance delivers the kind of ride and capability that smaller boats simply can’t match.

Trips for Every Angler — From First-Timers to Hard-Core Offshore Veterans

We offer a full lineup of adventures throughout the year, including:

• Half-Day & Full-Day Trips — perfect for families and anyone who wants a fun, easy day on the water.

• 12-Hour Offshore Adventures — great for anglers chasing snapper, grouper, and hogfish.

• Night Snapper Trips — when the mangos come out to play under the stars.

• 44–48 Hour Middle Grounds & Elbow Runs — serious action for serious fishermen.

• Golden Grounds Expeditions — our rare, limited-edition deep-water trips targeting offshore giants.

Every trip includes rods, reels, bait, tackle, ice, and fish cleaning.

Just show up, step aboard, and enjoy the ride.

Our Mission: Make Every Trip a Story Worth Telling

Whether you’re catching your first grunt, wrestling a big gag grouper, or filling coolers on an overnight run, we want your experience to be unforgettable. That’s been our promise since 1938 — and it still drives us today.

Booking your adventure is simple at GulfStarFishing.com.

Pick your trip, choose your spot, reserve your bunk, and get ready for an offshore experience you’ll never forget.

We look forward to welcoming you aboard the GulfStar Endurance.

The Gulf is calling — let’s go fishing.