5.0(6 Reviews)6-Hour Premier Fishing Trip - Gulfport MS
5.0(6 reviews)
Private Trip
Offshore Fishing
Top Rated
Captain Ron offers 6hour offshore fishing trips in Gulfport, MississippiLucky Enough boat features large cockpit, shade areas, and clean restroom31 years experience with maximum 6 guests per charter trip
When you're looking for serious fishing action along the Mississippi Gulf Coast, Captain Ron's charter operation delivers the goods. With over three decades on these waters, Captain Ron has built a reputation for putting anglers on fish and creating those stories you'll tell for years. The Lucky Enough is your ticket to some of the best fishing the Gulf has to offer - whether you want to stay inshore for steady action or head offshore for bigger thrills. This isn't just another charter; it's your chance to fish with someone who lives and breathes these waters every single day.
The Lucky Enough is set up exactly how a fishing boat should be - spacious cockpit with room for up to six anglers to work comfortably, plenty of shade when you need a break from the Mississippi sun, and a clean restroom so you can focus on fishing instead of rushing back to shore. Captain Ron's approach is straightforward: he knows where the fish are holding, he's got the right tackle for the job, and he'll put in the work to make sure you get bent. The six-hour timeframe gives you real fishing time, not just a quick tour around the bay. You'll cover productive water, work different depths, and adjust techniques based on what's happening that day. The boat rides smooth in typical Gulf conditions, and there's storage for your cooler and gear without cluttering up the fishing space.
Captain Ron runs a full-service operation with quality tackle matched to target species and current conditions. You'll fish with medium to heavy action rods spooled with appropriate line weights - typically 20-30 pound test for inshore work and heavier setups when targeting bigger fish offshore. Live bait is the go-to method here, with fresh shrimp, mullet, and pogies depending on what's working best. Bottom fishing with circle hooks produces consistent results for species like sheepshead around structure, while free-lining live bait near grass flats and drop-offs triggers strikes from redfish and sea trout. When sharks are active, you'll switch to wire leaders and chunk bait fished on the bottom or suspended in the water column. The captain adjusts drift patterns and anchor spots throughout the day, reading current, wind, and fish activity to keep you in productive water.
"We caught or limit of 6 Redfish plus almost 3 more limits plus a dozen Jack's. Captain said it was the best fishing he's had in a couple years. Threw back more than we kept! At multiple points of the trip we had fish on all lines in the water at the same time, 6 at one point and 5 another time. Highly recommended. Trip of a lifetime! Thanks to both the captain and deckhand for helping us and the kids catch so many." - Justin
"Caught plenty of jacks and few sharks had great time just couldn't get on red fish but that's the way it goes I've been on several trips so I know what to expect maybe next trip we get on the reds and black tip sharks captain hunter was great he done his best on trying to get on red fish and deck hand Dokata was great" - Ricky
"Absolutely awsome captain and deck hand these guys went above and beyond to make sure we had a great time on the water they made the trip a 10/10 best captain and deck hand on the gulf coast" - Edward
Sheepshead are the ultimate challenge for any angler visiting Gulf Coast waters. These black-and-white striped convicts hang around structure - piers, rigs, rock piles - where they use their human-like teeth to crush barnacles and crabs. They're notorious bait stealers with lightning-fast strikes, so you need perfect timing to set the hook. Fresh shrimp or small crabs work best, and you'll fish tight to structure in 15-40 feet of water. What makes sheepshead special is their fight relative to size - a 3-pound fish will surprise you with its power and determination. They're excellent table fare too, with firm white meat that's perfect for the grill or fryer.
Sea trout are the bread and butter of Gulf Coast fishing, and Mississippi's grass flats hold some beautiful speckled trout year-round. These spotted predators cruise shallow bays and deeper grass beds, feeding on shrimp, small fish, and crabs. They hit live shrimp under popping corks or free-lined near the bottom, and their initial run will test your drag settings. Fall and spring produce the biggest fish, with cold fronts often triggering feeding frenzies. Sea trout are perfect for families since they bite consistently and don't require heavy tackle. The meat is flaky and mild, making them a favorite for fish tacos or blackened preparations.
Redfish represent the Holy Grail of inshore fishing along the Mississippi coast. These copper-colored bruisers grow big in the fertile waters of Mississippi Sound and the marshes feeding into it. Adult reds are pure muscle - they'll make drag-screaming runs that remind you why anglers get addicted to this fishery. You'll target them around oyster reefs, grass edges, and channel mouths using live bait or cut mullet. The slot-size fish (16-27 inches) are legal to keep and excellent eating, while the big bulls over 27 inches are catch-and-release trophies. Summer months bring schools of reds into shallow water, while winter fish hold in deeper channels and around warm-water discharges.
Blacktip sharks add serious excitement to any fishing trip, and the Gulf waters off Gulfport hold healthy populations of these hard-fighting predators. Blacktips are built for speed, with sleek bodies that launch them completely out of the water when hooked. They typically run 3-6 feet long in these waters and will test every knot in your tackle setup.
Meet the "Lucky Enough" – your ticket to serious Gulf Coast fishing action! This completely rebuilt 1978 40' Chris Craft is powered by reliable Cummins diesels and built for comfort on those long offshore runs. Captain Ron's chosen vessel stands out from the local fleet with air conditioning to beat the Mississippi heat, plus a full galley, shower, and clean restroom so you can fish all day in comfort. The spacious cockpit gives you plenty of room to battle big fish, while the flybridge offers great visibility for spotting diving birds and bait schools. Modern electronics including GPS, radar, and fish finders help locate the best fishing spots, and the VHF radio keeps you connected. After landing your catch, store it fresh in the onboard icebox and refrigerator. With a multimedia system and TV for downtime between bites, this 6-passenger fishing machine delivers everything you need for a productive day chasing red snapper, grouper, and whatever else the Gulf has to offer.
Carcharhinus LimbatusBlacktips are pure adrenaline on the end of your line. These acrobatic sharks average 4-5 feet but can reach 8 feet and really put on a show when hooked, jumping clear out of the water multiple times. We find them in 30-100 feet of water around structure and along the continental shelf, especially during warmer months from May through October. They're aggressive feeders that respond well to fresh cut bait like mackerel or live sardines. What guests love most is watching these sharks go airborne - it's something you'll never forget. They're also relatively easy to handle for photos before release. Here's my go-to method: use a heavy braided line with circle hooks, get a good chum slick going with oily fish, and be ready for explosive action when they show up in numbers.
Sciaenops OcellatusRed drum are the crown jewel of our inshore fishing here in Mississippi waters. These copper-colored bruisers average 20-28 inches, but we regularly hook into bull reds over 30 inches that'll test your tackle and your arms. You'll find them cruising shallow flats, around oyster bars, and near grass lines in 1-4 feet of water. That distinctive black spot near their tail makes them easy to spot when they're tailing. Spring and fall offer the best action when they're feeding heavy before and after spawning runs. What makes them special is their raw power - they'll make screaming runs that'll have you wondering if you hooked a shark. Plus, they're great eating in the slot size range. Local tip: look for diving birds and nervous water - redfish often push bait to the surface while feeding.
Salmo TruttaSpeckled trout are our bread-and-butter inshore fish here along the Mississippi coast. These spotted beauties typically run 14-20 inches, though we catch plenty of "gator trout" pushing 24 inches and 5 pounds on grass flats and around structure. They love shallow water, especially early morning and evening when they move up to feed on shrimp and small baitfish. Spring and fall are peak seasons, but they bite year-round if you know where to look. Guests love them because they fight hard, hit topwater baits with explosive strikes, and make excellent table fare with that tender white meat. During cooler months, look for them schooled up in deeper channels. Pro tip: work your lures slow and steady - trout like a wounded baitfish presentation more than flashy retrieves.
Archosargus ProbatocephalusThese "convict fish" with their black and white stripes are some of the smartest fish you'll encounter around Gulfport's docks and bridges. Most run 1-3 pounds, but we see plenty in the 5-8 pound range, especially around barnacle-covered pilings and oil rigs. They're notorious bait thieves with those human-like teeth, so you need to stay alert and set the hook hard when you feel that telltale nibble. Spring through fall is prime time when they're feeding heavy on fiddler crabs and shrimp. What makes them special is that firm, sweet white meat - some of the best eating fish in the Gulf. Here's a local trick: scrape some barnacles off the structure you're fishing to get them fired up and feeding aggressive.
5.0 out of 5.0We caught or limit of 6 Redfish plus almost 3 more limits plus a dozen Jack's. Captain said it was the best fishing he's had in a ...
Justin, Thank you! You folks were awesome. Looking forward to seeing y'all again in the future!!
We caught or limit of 6 Redfish plus almost 3 more limits plus a dozen Jack's. Captain said it was the best fishing he's had in a ...
Justin Cotter, Thank you! You folks were awesome. Looking forward to our next trip.
Caught plenty of jacks and few sharks had great time just couldn’t get on red fish but that’s the way it goes I’ve been on several...
Ricky, Thank you! You folks were awesome. Looking forward to our next trip.
We had such a g treat time. Thank you for carrying us out and thank you for all the fish we caught. I will recommend capt Ron’s c...
Rachel, Thank you! You folks were awesome. Looking forward to our next trip.
Absolutely awsome captain and deck hand these guys went above and beyond to make sure we had a great time on the water they made t...
Edward , Thank you! You folks were awesome. Looking forward to our next trip.
Gulfport, MS