5.0(2 Reviews)4 Hour Night Fishing in Biloxi
5.0(2 reviews)
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Four-hour evening inshore fishing trip starting at 6:30 PMTarget redfish, trout, sheepshead, flounder, and black drum speciesAccommodates up to four guests with Charter Boat Family Tradition
When the sun starts dipping low over the Mississippi Gulf Coast, that's when the real action begins. Our 4-hour night fishing trip kicks off at 6:30 PM, giving you the perfect window to experience some of the best inshore fishing Biloxi has to offer. You'll be targeting prime species like redfish, spotted seatrout, sheepshead, flounder, mangrove snapper, and black drum in the productive waters around the bay. At $600 for up to 4 anglers, this trip delivers serious value for families or small groups looking to make memories on the water. Whether you've been fishing these waters for years or you're just getting started, our experienced captains know exactly where to put you on the fish when the evening bite heats up.
This isn't your typical daytime fishing trip. Night fishing brings a completely different energy to the Gulf Coast waters, and the fish know it too. As daylight fades, species that stayed deep or hidden during the heat of the day start moving into the shallows to feed. You'll be fishing around lighted docks, bridges, and structure where baitfish gather, creating the perfect ambush spots for your target species. The cooler evening temperatures make for comfortable fishing conditions, especially during those hot summer months when daytime trips can be tough. Your captain will move you between productive spots throughout the 4-hour window, adjusting tactics based on what's biting and where the action is hottest. Expect to see plenty of wildlife too - dolphins often hunt alongside us in the evenings, and you might catch glimpses of rays and other marine life moving through the shallows.
Night fishing requires a different approach than daytime angling, and we've got the techniques dialed in. You'll be using live bait like shrimp, mud minnows, and sometimes live croaker or pinfish, depending on what the fish are keying in on. Most of the fishing happens with medium-action spinning rods paired with circle hooks to ensure good hooksets and safe fish releases. We'll set you up with the right tackle - typically 15-20 lb test line with appropriate sinkers to keep your bait in the strike zone. The boat is equipped with proper lighting to illuminate your fishing area without spooking the fish, plus all the safety gear required for evening operations. Your captain will show you how to feel for those subtle bites that are common with bottom feeders like black drum and sheepshead, while also being ready for the aggressive strikes that redfish and trout are famous for. We provide all rods, reels, tackle, and bait, so you just need to bring yourself and get ready to fish.
"Even with the summer heat, our captain knew exactly where to take us—we caught plenty of fish throughout the trip! We got an up-close look at dolphins, watched a shark snatch its meal right off our line, and even reeled in a big crab. He took us to several great spots around the bay and kept things fun with stories and local insights. It was a memorable day on the water, and we're already planning to come back. We'll definitely be booking with him again!" - Shawna
"We had a great time with our Captain JJ. He worked super hard to make our trip amazing and memorable! We hope to do it again :)" - David Yordy
Red Snapper are the crown jewel of Gulf Coast fishing, though keep in mind that recreational seasons are limited and closely regulated. When they're open, these deep-bodied fighters put up an amazing battle and make for fantastic table fare. They typically run 2-5 pounds in our inshore waters, with bigger fish possible around structure and reefs. Their aggressive nature and willingness to hit live or cut bait makes them a favorite among anglers of all skill levels.
Redfish are the bread and butter of Mississippi inshore fishing, and night time is prime time for these copper-colored fighters. These fish patrol the shallows looking for crabs, shrimp, and small fish, making them perfect targets for our evening trips. Slot-size fish (16-27 inches) are common, with the occasional bull red over 27 inches providing heart-pounding action. They're known for their powerful runs and stubborn fights, often making multiple surges toward structure or deep water.
Sea Trout, or spotted seatrout, are another staple of our night fishing trips. These beautiful fish with their distinctive spots love to feed in the evening hours around grass flats and lighted areas. They typically range from 12-20 inches, with keeper size being 15 inches. Trout have relatively soft mouths, so the fight is more about finesse than raw power, but their willingness to bite and excellent eating quality make them highly sought after.
Black Drum are the heavyweight champions of the inshore waters, with fish ranging from smaller "puppy drum" around 2-5 pounds up to monster fish exceeding 40 pounds. These bottom feeders use their powerful pharyngeal teeth to crush crabs and shellfish, making them incredibly strong fighters. Night fishing gives you a great shot at the bigger fish as they move into shallower water to feed. The thump-thump-thump of a big drum on your rod is unmistakable.
Southern Flounder are masters of disguise, lying camouflaged on sandy or muddy bottoms waiting for prey to swim by. These flatfish are most active during low-light conditions, making our evening trips perfect timing. They typically run 14-20 inches in our waters, with anything over 16 inches being a solid keeper. Flounder are prized for their delicate, sweet meat and provide a fun challenge as they often require patience and precise bait presentation to hook consistently.
Your floating command center for tonight's Biloxi inshore adventure is a sleek 25-foot Tidewater 2500 Carolina Bay. This center console beauty cuts through Mississippi Gulf Coast waters with authority, thanks to her reliable 300HP Yamaha engine that'll get you to the honey holes fast and quiet. The spacious deck gives all four anglers plenty of room to work those redfish and speckled trout without tangling lines. When you hook into a stubborn black drum or sheepshead around the pilings, you'll appreciate the stable platform this boat provides. The wireless trolling motor lets you sneak up on those shallow water spots where the big reds like to feed as darkness falls. Your captain relies on the onboard GPS and fish finder to locate structure and baitfish, putting you right where the action is. The built-in icebox keeps your drinks cold and your catch fresh during the 4-hour trip. Whether you're targeting flounder in the grass flats or mangrove snapper around the jetties, this boat handles the varying depths and conditions of Biloxi's inshore waters with ease. Perfect setup for families or small groups looking to experience some serious Gulf Coast fishing action.
Pogonias CromisBlack drum are the heavyweights of the drum family, and you'll know them by that distinctive drumming sound they make underwater. These dark, powerful fish typically run 5-30 pounds in our waters, though monsters over 90 pounds roam the Gulf. They've got crushing jaws built for shellfish and oysters, which is exactly where you'll find them - around oyster beds, muddy flats, and brackish areas where fresh water meets salt. Spring is prime time when they school up for spawning. What makes them fun to target is their adaptability - they'll hit in 2 feet of water or 100 feet deep. The smaller ones under 15 pounds make great table fare with firm, white meat. My go-to technique: fresh soft crabs on the bottom near oyster structure. The crab stays put better than shrimp and doesn't get picked off by catfish while you're waiting for drum to find it.
Lutjanus CampechanusRed snappers are classic Gulf fighters that turn pink to deep red as they mature, averaging 1-2 feet and under 10 pounds, though they can hit 35+ pounds. These bottom dwellers love structure in 30-620 feet of water, but juveniles hang in shallower muddy areas. They prefer water temps between 50-70 degrees, making spring through fall prime time here on the Mississippi coast. What makes them special is that hard fight when hooked - they'll run straight for cover and try to cut your line on structure. The meat is outstanding too, with that mild, nutty flavor that's made them restaurant favorites. My local trick: use fresh cigar minnows or live pinfish and get your bait right on bottom. Keep steady pressure when you hook one to pull them away from structure before they wrap you up.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish are the ultimate inshore game fish, easily spotted by their copper-red backs and that distinctive black spot near the tail. These bruisers typically run 28-33 inches when mature but can push 45+ inches and 50 pounds. They love super shallow water - sometimes so shallow their backs stick out - around oyster reefs, grass flats, and marsh edges where they root for crabs and baitfish. Year-round fishing is good, but fall and spring offer the hottest action when they school up. What guests love most is that explosive strike and bulldog fight - redfish will make long runs and use their broad sides against you. The meat on smaller ones is excellent, mild and sweet. My favorite local technique: work a gold spoon or topwater plug over shallow flats early morning or late evening. When you see them tailing in skinny water, cast past them and work your lure right through their feeding zone.
Salmo TruttaSpotted sea trout, or "specks" as we call them locally, are beautiful silvery fish covered in dark spots that typically run 14-24 inches and 1-5 pounds. These grass flat specialists love shallow waters around seagrass beds, especially at night when they move in to feed on shrimp and small baitfish. Fall through spring offers the best action, and cooler months see them schooling up in deeper channels. What makes specks special is their delicate fight and that soft, flaky white meat that's perfect for the dinner table - just don't overcook it or it gets mushy. They're aggressive feeders that'll hit topwater plugs, jigs, and live shrimp with enthusiasm. Here's a night fishing tip that works great: use a popping cork with live shrimp about 18 inches below it over grass flats in 3-6 feet of water. The cork's noise draws them in, and that natural shrimp presentation seals the deal.
Paralichthys LethostigmaSouthern flounder are the masters of camouflage - flat, oval-shaped bottom dwellers with both eyes on their left side that can change color to match the bottom. They typically run 15-18 inches and around 5 pounds, though we've seen them hit 20+ pounds. These ambush predators bury themselves in sand or mud on shallow flats, in bays, and around creek mouths where they feed on shrimp, crabs, and small baitfish. Night fishing gives you a real advantage since they're more active after dark, especially on moving tides. What guests love is how they fight once hooked - surprisingly strong for a flatfish. The meat is excellent too, white and flaky. Here's a local tip that works great: use live bull minnows on a 1/4 to 3/8 ounce jig head and work it slow right along the bottom. When you feel that subtle tap, give them a second before setting the hook.
5.0 out of 5.0Even with the summer heat, our captain knew exactly where to take us—we caught plenty of fish throughout the trip! We got an up-cl...
We had a great time with our Captain JJ. He worked super hard to make our trip amazing and memorable! We hope to do it again :)
David Yordy, Thank you! You folks were awesome. Looking forward to our next trip.
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