5.0(4 Reviews)2 Hour Inshore Fishing with Captain Scott
5.0(4 reviews)
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Two-hour inshore fishing adventure with Captain ScottSmall group experience limited to just two guestsProfessional charter service targeting coastal fish species
Looking for a quick but productive fishing trip that won't eat up your whole day? Captain Scott's 2-hour inshore charter with Charlestowne Coastal Charters is exactly what you need. This isn't some rushed tourist trap – it's a focused fishing experience designed to put you on fish fast. With just 2 anglers max, you'll get personalized attention and prime fishing time without the crowds. Captain Scott knows these waters like the back of his hand, and he's got the track record to prove it.
This top-rated inshore trip is all about efficiency and results. You're not spending hours traveling to fishing spots – Captain Scott gets you right where the fish are biting. The intimate 2-person capacity means you're not fighting for rod space or waiting your turn to fight a fish. From the moment you step aboard, it's game time. The shallow inshore waters around Charleston are loaded with structure, grass flats, and creek mouths that hold serious fish year-round. You'll be working these prime spots with light tackle that lets you feel every bump, every run, and every headshake. The beauty of a 2-hour window is that Captain Scott can focus on the hottest bite of the day rather than trying to cover too much ground.
Captain Scott runs a well-equipped boat with quality spinning gear perfectly matched to inshore species. You'll be using medium-light to medium action rods that give you the backbone to handle redfish and the sensitivity to detect subtle trout bites. The tackle selection changes based on conditions and target species – live shrimp under popping corks for trout, cut bait on the bottom for flounder, or fiddler crabs around structure for sheepshead. Don't worry if you've never fished these techniques before – Captain Scott breaks it down so anyone can succeed. The key to productive inshore fishing is reading the water, understanding tides, and putting the right bait in the right spot. You'll learn to work grass edges, creek drop-offs, and oyster bars where these fish love to ambush prey. This is sight fishing at its finest when conditions allow, with fish tailing in shallow water and explosive topwater strikes that'll get your heart pumping.
"I was on the fence on whether took a fishing trip in late November, but booked a trip for my sons, aged 19 & 21. Capt Scott was fantastic-super accommodating- picked us up from the dock in front of our house & the boys caught trout & redfish for hours!" - Crystal
"Amazing time with Scott. Took my wife and 3 year old son who have never been on a charter before. Scott made them feel comfortable and we weren't without action. In 2 hours, we caught 3 monster redfish. I expected them to be 30 inches at best, but was shocked at 30–40-pound fish we were pulling in. Scott knew where to go how to do it. Thanks Scott- I'll be booking every time I visit Isle of Palms." - Ben
"Went on the two hour trip and landed a handful of fish. At one point, we had three fish on the line at the same time! Great experience and definitely the highlight of our trip. Thanks Scott!" - Forrest
Southern Flounder are the ultimate ambush predators of the inshore world. These flatfish bury themselves in sand and mud, waiting to slam anything that swims by. What makes them so exciting to target is the surprise factor – you never know when that slow retrieve is going to turn into a hard thump. Flounder fishing is all about patience and bottom contact. They're most active during moving water, especially around creek mouths and channel edges where baitfish get swept along. Fall months bring some of the best flounder action as they fatten up before heading offshore. A quality flounder makes for excellent table fare, which is why they're such a customer favorite on these charters.
Sheepshead are the convict-striped masters of structure fishing. These guys have human-like teeth and feed on barnacles, oysters, and crabs around pilings, docks, and jetties. What makes sheepshead fishing so addictive is the challenge – they're notorious bait stealers with incredibly light bites. You need to stay focused and set the hook at the slightest tap. Winter months are prime time for big sheepshead, when they school up in deeper water around hard structure. Landing a quality sheepshead requires skill and patience, making them a rewarding catch for any angler. They're also phenomenal eating, with firm white meat that rivals any offshore species.
Sea Trout, or speckled trout, are the bread and butter of inshore fishing. These beautiful fish with distinctive spots along their sides are aggressive feeders that respond well to both live and artificial baits. Trout love grass flats, creek mouths, and drop-offs where they can ambush shrimp and small fish. They're most active during dawn and dusk, but can be caught throughout the day in the right conditions. What makes trout fishing so popular is their willingness to bite and their acrobatic fights. They'll jump, run, and put on a show that keeps anglers coming back. Spring and fall offer the most consistent trout action, with fish ranging from schoolie size to gator trout over 5 pounds.
Redfish are the crown jewel of inshore fishing and the reason many anglers become obsessed with shallow water fishing. These copper-colored bulldogs with distinctive black spots are pure power from the moment they grab your bait. Redfish feed in everything from 6 inches of water to deep creek channels, making them accessible to anglers of all skill levels. What sets reds apart is their incredible strength and endurance – even a 20-inch fish will test your drag and make multiple runs. The
Captain Scott's 20-foot BullsBay center console is perfect for your 2-hour inshore fishing adventure. Built in 2020, this reliable bay boat handles shallow waters with ease while you target your favorite species. The wireless trolling motor keeps things quiet when you're sneaking up on feeding fish, and the fish finder helps locate where they're holding. With GPS navigation keeping you on course and an icebox to keep your catch fresh, you'll have everything needed for a productive morning or afternoon on the water. The spacious deck gives you plenty of room to cast and fight fish, while the stable platform makes landing your catch a breeze. Whether you're after redfish, trout, or whatever's biting in the shallows, this setup puts you in prime position for success.
Sciaenops OcellatusRed drum are the ultimate shallow water sight-fishing target, easily identified by their copper-bronze color and distinctive black spot near the tail. Most slot fish run 18-27 inches, but bull reds offshore can push 40+ inches and 30+ pounds. They love super shallow flats, oyster bars, and marsh edges in 1-4 feet - sometimes with their backs out of water. Year-round fishing is good, but fall feeding frenzies are legendary. What hooks anglers is their powerful runs, the thrill of sight-casting to tailing fish, and their reputation as excellent table fare when properly sized. They're not picky eaters - shrimp, crabs, and baitfish are all on the menu. Pro tip: when you spot one tailing in skinny water, cast well ahead of where it's moving and let your bait settle. They spook easily, but a perfectly placed soft plastic or live shrimp will usually seal the deal.
Salmo TruttaSpeckled trout are a staple of shallow water fishing, running 14-24 inches and 1-5 pounds on average. These spotted beauties cruise grass flats, sandy bottoms, and drop-offs in 2-8 feet of water, feeding on shrimp and small baitfish. They're most active during cooler months and low-light periods - early morning and evening bites can be phenomenal. What makes them popular is their willingness to hit artificials, decent fight for their size, and excellent eating quality with tender, flaky white meat. During winter, they school up in deeper channels, making for some impressive catches. The secret is working soft plastics or topwater plugs slowly over grass beds at first light. When they're feeding, you'll see them "popping" shrimp on the surface - that's your cue to cast quickly and work your lure right through the commotion.
Archosargus ProbatocephalusThese "convict fish" with their black and white stripes are some of the craftiest thieves on the water. You'll typically catch them around 2-5 pounds, though 10+ pounders lurk around deeper structure. They live around anything with barnacles - docks, bridges, pilings, and rock piles in 5-30 feet of water. Spring spawning runs from February through April bring the best action, but they bite year-round. What keeps folks coming back is their notorious bait-stealing reputation and those human-like teeth - plus they're top-shelf table fare with sweet, firm white meat. The trick is getting right up close to structure with fiddler crabs or shrimp, keeping tight to the bottom. When you feel that subtle pecking, don't hesitate - set the hook hard immediately or they'll clean your hook and leave you wondering what happened.
Paralichthys LethostigmaThese flatfish are masters of disguise, burying themselves in sand and mud bottoms where they ambush prey. Most run 15-18 inches and around 5 pounds, but you can hook into 20+ pounders if you're lucky. They're bottom dwellers in shallow bays, estuaries, and nearshore waters - perfect for our inshore trips. Fall and winter are prime time when they're feeding heavy before moving offshore. What makes them special is watching that flat profile suddenly come alive when hooked, plus they're fantastic eating with sweet, flaky meat. Here's the key: use live shrimp or mullet on a Carolina rig, and when you feel that subtle tap, wait a beat before setting the hook. They like to mouth the bait first, and if you're too quick, you'll pull it right out of their mouth.
5.0 out of 5.0I was on the fence on whether took a fishing trip in late November, but booked a trip for my sons, aged 19 & 21. Capt Scott was fa...
Amazing time with Scott. Took my wife and 3 year old son who have never been on a charter before. Scott made them feel comfortab...
Went on the two hour trip and landed a handful of fish. At one point, we had three fish on the line at the same time! Great experi...
Amazing time with Scott. Took my wife and 3 year old son who have never been on a charter before. Scott made them feel comfortab...
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