Biloxi Fall/Winter Time Fishing
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Inshore fishing targeting sheepshead, trout, and redfish speciesFall and winter seasonal fishing in Biloxi watersSingle guest capacity ensures personalized fishing experience
When the crowds thin out and the water temps start to drop, that's when Biloxi's inshore fishing really comes alive. Fall and winter fishing along the Mississippi Gulf Coast offers some of the most consistent action you'll find all year, especially if you know where to look. This single-angler trip with Biloxi Bluewater Charters puts you right in the thick of it, targeting sheepshead, speckled trout, ground mullet, redfish, and whatever else is biting in the productive waters around Biloxi Bay and the barrier islands.
This isn't your typical summer fishing trip where you're fighting the heat and the weekend warriors. Fall and winter inshore fishing in Biloxi means calmer seas, fewer boats, and fish that are actively feeding as they prepare for the cooler months ahead. You'll be working the grass flats, oyster reefs, and structure around the back bays where these fish like to congregate when the water starts to cool. The trip accommodates just one angler, so you're getting the full attention of your captain and all the coaching you need to put fish in the boat. Whether you're a seasoned angler looking to dial in your technique or someone who just wants to catch fish without the chaos of a crowded charter, this setup delivers. The cooler months also mean you can fish comfortably during midday hours when the fish are most active, rather than having to get on the water at dawn to beat the heat.
Inshore fall and winter fishing in Biloxi is all about matching your approach to what the fish are doing. You'll be using medium-light spinning gear most of the time, throwing everything from live shrimp under popping corks to soft plastics worked along the bottom. For sheepshead, it's all about getting that bait right against the structure - think barnacle-encrusted pilings, oyster bars, and bridge supports where these convict-striped thieves like to hang out. The key is feeling that subtle tap and setting the hook before they steal your shrimp and swim away. For trout, you'll be covering water with paddle tails and topwater plugs early in the trip, then switching to live bait under corks as the day progresses. Redfish require a different game plan entirely - sight fishing in shallow water or working cut bait along deeper drop-offs depending on conditions. The captain provides all the tackle and knows exactly what's working on any given day, but if you've got favorite lures or techniques you want to try, bring them along. The beauty of booking a single-angler trip is having the flexibility to experiment and really dial in what's working without having to accommodate different skill levels or fishing styles.
Sheepshead are the stars of the show during Biloxi's cooler months, and for good reason. These black-and-white striped bottom dwellers move inshore as water temperatures drop, congregating around any hard structure they can find. They're notorious bait thieves with human-like teeth that can crush barnacles and crabs with ease, but that's exactly what makes them so much fun to target. You'll find them around dock pilings, bridge supports, and oyster reefs throughout the bay system. The trick is getting your shrimp or fiddler crab right in their face and feeling for that subtle pickup before they strip your hook clean. Most sheepshead in these waters run between 12 and 16 inches, with the occasional slab pushing 18 inches or better. They're excellent table fare with firm, white meat that's perfect for the fish fryer.
Speckled trout, or specs as locals call them, are year-round residents that really turn on during the fall transition. These spotted beauties love the grass flats and shallow bays around Biloxi, especially when baitfish are thick. You'll catch them on everything from topwater plugs at first light to live shrimp under corks during the midday bite. Fall specs are typically fat and healthy, averaging 14 to 18 inches with plenty of keeper-sized fish in the mix. They're aggressive feeders during the cooler months, often hitting lures with authority rather than the subtle taps you might experience during summer doldrums. The best part about targeting trout this time of year is their predictability - find the bait, find the grass, and you'll find the fish.
Ground mullet, also known as whiting, are an underrated target that provides steady action when other species are finicky. These silver-sided fish move into the bay system during fall and winter, feeding on small crustaceans and marine worms along sandy bottoms. They're perfect for anglers who want consistent bites and excellent table fare without the complexity of targeting more structure-oriented species. Most ground mullet run between 10 and 14 inches, and they're absolute dynamite in the fish fryer. They hit fresh shrimp, cut bait, and small jigs with enthusiasm, making them perfect confidence-builders for newer anglers or great action when you need to put some fish in the box.
Redfish round out the target list and are always a possibility in Biloxi's inshore waters. Fall and winter reds can be found in both shallow and deeper water, depending on weather conditions and bait movements. The smaller slot-sized fish are perfect for the dinner table, while the bigger bull reds provide the kind of drag-screaming runs that make your arms burn. You might sight-fish for them in skinny water on calm days or anchor up and fish cut bait along channel edges when the weather's rough. Reds are opportunistic feeders that will hit live bait, cut bait, and a variety of lures, making them a welcome addition to any mixed bag of inshore species.
Fall and winter inshore fishing in Biloxi offers some of the most consistent and comfortable fishing you'll
Salmo TruttaSpeckled trout are a mainstay of our Biloxi inshore fishing, especially during fall and winter months. These silvery fish with dark spots typically range 14-24 inches and put up a scrappy fight on light tackle. You'll find them over grass flats and in shallow bays, though they move to deeper channels when water temps drop. They're aggressive feeders that hit both live shrimp and artificial lures hard. What guests love most is their willingness to bite and excellent table fare - the white, flaky meat is outstanding if you don't overcook it. Night fishing can be productive, but my go-to trick is working topwater plugs early morning over grass beds. Keep your drag smooth because their soft mouths tear easily, and always have the ice ready for dinner.
Archosargus ProbatocephalusSheepshead are one of our most unique targets here in Biloxi waters. These "convict fish" with their black-striped sides and human-like teeth typically run 1-8 pounds, though we occasionally hook into 20-pounders. They love hanging around any structure - bridge pilings, docks, oil rigs - feeding on barnacles and crabs. Fall and winter are prime time when they school up in good numbers. What makes them special is that notorious bait-stealing behavior and solid fight once hooked. Plus, they're some of the best eating fish around with sweet, white meat. My tip: use fiddler crabs and get your bait right against the structure. They won't chase it far, and when you feel that nibble, set the hook hard - those crushing jaws can spit your hook quick.
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