Premium 4-Hour Evening Redfish & Sea Trout Charter
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Evening inshore fishing targeting redfish and sea troutFourhour charter departing 8 PM with Captain JamieAll gear included, maximum four guests per trip
There's something special about fishing the flats as the sun starts to set and the water begins to glow. Captain Jamie knows these Pensacola and Milton waters like the back of his hand, and his evening charters are quickly becoming a customer favorite among serious anglers. This 4-hour trip kicks off at 8 PM, giving you prime time access to some of the Gulf Coast's most productive inshore fishing. With just 4 spots available, you're guaranteed personal attention and plenty of room to work your lines without bumping elbows.
Captain Jamie runs a tight ship but keeps things relaxed – exactly what you want for an evening bite. The charter departs right at 8 PM, which puts you in prime position as the fish start moving into their evening feeding patterns. You'll be targeting the grass flats and structure around Milton and Pensacola, areas known for holding quality Redfish and Sea Trout year-round. The boat's equipped with everything you need – rods, reels, tackle, and bait – so you can focus on what matters most: putting fish in the boat. No fishing license required either, which is one less thing to worry about. The $500 price tag covers your entire group of up to 4 anglers, making it a solid value for a guided evening on some of Florida's top-rated inshore waters.
Evening inshore fishing is all about reading the water and adjusting your approach as conditions change. Captain Jamie typically starts with live bait presentations – shrimp under popping corks for the Trout, and cut bait on the bottom for Redfish and Black Drum. As the light fades, you might switch to topwater plugs or soft plastics worked slowly through the grass. The boat carries medium-action spinning gear perfect for these species, rigged with 15-20 lb test and circle hooks to ensure clean releases. You'll be fishing depths from 2-8 feet, working everything from oyster bars to sand holes depending on tide and wind conditions. The captain reads the water constantly, moving spots based on what the fish are telling him through subtle changes in current, bait activity, and structure.
Redfish are the crown jewel of Pensacola's inshore scene, and these copper-colored bruisers are most active during evening hours. They typically run 18-27 inches in these waters, with the occasional bull red pushing 30+ inches. Fall through spring offers the most consistent action, though summer evenings can produce explosive topwater strikes. What makes Redfish so special is their fighting power – they'll make long runs and use their broad sides to fight you every inch of the way back to the boat.
Sea Trout are your bread-and-butter species here, and Captain Jamie knows exactly where they school up as temperatures drop each evening. These spotted beauties average 14-20 inches, with keeper fish at 15 inches minimum. Spring and fall are peak seasons, but you can find quality Trout year-round in the deeper grass beds. They're incredibly fun on light tackle, with aggressive strikes and acrobatic jumps that keep things exciting.
Black Drum offer a completely different fight – these bottom huggers are pure power and stubbornness. The smaller ones (12-20 inches) make excellent table fare, while the big bulls provide arm-burning battles. They're most active during cooler months and love working around oyster bars and structure. Don't be surprised if a big Drum makes you think you're hung up on the bottom before it starts moving.
Crevalle Jack are the wild cards of this fishery – when they show up, get ready for chaos. These silver bullets hit lures like freight trains and fight way above their weight class. They school heavily in summer and can provide non-stop action when you find them. Most run 2-8 pounds, but their speed and endurance make every hookup memorable.
Grey Snapper round out your target species list, offering excellent table fare and solid fights around structure. These fish are smart and can be finicky, but Captain Jamie knows how to present baits that trigger strikes. They're most active during warmer months and typically range from 12-16 inches in these waters.
Evening inshore charters book up quickly, especially during peak seasons when the bite is hot. Captain Jamie's intimate 4-person limit means you get the personal attention that makes the difference between a good trip and a great one. The all-inclusive setup – gear, bait, tackle, and expertise – removes all the guesswork and lets you focus on enjoying world-class inshore fishing. Meeting details come after booking, so you'll know exactly where and when to show up. Don't wait on this one – the evening bite waits for no one, and these prime 8 PM departure slots fill fast among local anglers who know when fish feed best.
Captain Jamie's 24-foot 2003 Ranger Bay boat cuts through Pensacola's evening waters with its reliable 225HP Yamaha engine. Built for up to four anglers, this fishing machine comes loaded with everything you need to find and catch redfish, sea trout, and whatever else is biting in these productive inshore waters. The GPS keeps you on course while the fish finder shows what's lurking below. The live bait well keeps your bait fresh and frisky, and the wireless trolling motor lets you sneak up on those spooky fish without spooking them. Captain Jamie supplies all the rods, reels, and lures, so you just need to show up ready to fish. This boat is designed for serious fishing in the shallow waters around Milton and Pensacola, where the evening bite can be outstanding.
Pogonias CromisThese are the heavyweights of the drum family, and you'll hear them before you see them - they make actual drumming sounds underwater. Black Drum love shallow muddy flats and oyster beds where they crush crabs and shellfish with those powerful jaws. Most of what we catch runs 5-15 pounds, though they can get massive. Spring is prime time when they school up for spawning and become much easier to target. They're scrappy fighters that'll test your drag. The smaller ones under 15 pounds make great table fare with firm white meat, but the big bulls get tough and stringy. My go-to tip: use fresh crab bait and make sure you're on the bottom - catfish won't steal crab like they will shrimp, so your bait stays put longer.
Caranx HipposCrevalle Jacks are the bullies of our waters and absolute blast to catch. These golden-sided bruisers average 3-5 pounds but can hit 20+ pounds, and they fight way above their weight class. They school up around structure, grass beds, and anywhere baitfish gather. You'll often spot them by looking for diving birds - Jacks push bait to the surface while birds attack from above. They're not great table fare, but the fight makes up for it. These fish love the chase, so keep your lures moving fast. Silver spoons and topwater plugs work great when they're up feeding. Here's a local trick: if you smell something like watermelon on the water, there's probably a school of Jacks nearby feeding. Cast past the school and rip your bait back through them.
Lutjanus GriseusAlso called Mangrove Snapper, these guys are night feeders that love hanging around structure like docks, piers, and grass flats. They're smart fish with copper-red to grey coloring and that distinctive dark stripe across the eye. Most run 1-2 pounds inshore, but you might hook into a 3-4 pounder if you're lucky. They're prized for their white, flaky meat - some of the best eating you'll find. Since they're nocturnal and opportunistic, our evening trips are perfect timing. Here's the key: once your bait hits bottom, reel up just a foot or two so you don't get snagged, then let it sit still. These fish are ambush predators, so patience pays off. Too much movement spooks them every time.
Sciaenops OcellatusRed Drum are the crown jewel of inshore fishing around here. These bronze-colored beauties with the signature black eyespot near the tail are built for shallow water - we find them in 1-4 feet, sometimes so shallow their backs stick out. They love oyster bars, grass flats, and mud bottoms where they root around for crabs and shrimp. Most slot fish run 18-27 inches and fight like bulldogs, making long runs and powerful head shakes. They're great eating with mild, sweet meat. These fish are year-round residents that don't travel far from where they were born. The secret is sight fishing - look for nervous water, mud puffs, or tailing fish in the shallows. When you spot one, cast past it and work your bait right in front of its nose.
Salmo TruttaSpeckled Trout are one of our most popular targets, and for good reason. These silvery beauties with black spots all over put up a great fight and taste fantastic - soft, white meat that's perfect for the dinner table. They typically run 14-24 inches and love grass flats in 2-6 feet of water. Evening and night fishing is when they really turn on, cruising the shallows looking for shrimp and small baitfish. They're not the strongest fighters, but they're willing biters that'll hit topwater plugs, soft plastics, and live shrimp. The trick is not to overcook them - the meat is delicate and gets mushy fast. When working grass flats at night, listen for them popping bait on the surface. That's your cue to cast right into the commotion.
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