6 Hour Bull Redfish Charters Near Savannah
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Sixhour beginnerfriendly redfish charter near Savannah watersAll gear and licenses included for up to four anglersTarget powerful bull redfish in scenic St. Simons coastal areas
If you've been wanting to get into inshore fishing or just looking to tangle with some of Georgia's hardest-fighting fish, this 6-hour redfish charter with Coastal Creek Charters is exactly what you need. Operating out of the prime waters near Savannah and St. Simons Island, this beginner-friendly trip puts you right in the heart of some of the Southeast's best redfish territory. With space for up to two anglers, you'll get personalized attention from experienced guides who know these waters like the back of their hand. The salt marsh creeks and flats around here are absolutely loaded with bull reds, and there's nothing quite like the screaming drag and bulldogging runs these copper-colored bruisers are famous for. All your gear and licenses are handled, so you just need to show up ready to learn and have a blast on the water.
Your day starts early when you meet your captain at the dock, where you'll load up on a well-equipped inshore boat built for navigating the shallow creeks and oyster bars that redfish call home. The scenic ride out takes you through Georgia's famous salt marsh country, where you'll see everything from dolphins to diving pelicans while your guide explains the game plan for the day. This isn't a rush job – with six full hours, there's plenty of time to work multiple spots, adjust techniques based on conditions, and really dial in your approach. The guide will position you over productive structure like oyster beds, creek mouths, and grass flats where redfish actively feed. Between the stunning coastal scenery and steady action, you'll understand why so many anglers become addicted to inshore fishing after their first trip. The boat stays in protected waters, so even newer anglers feel comfortable while learning the ropes.
Redfish aren't picky eaters, but presenting baits correctly makes all the difference between a slow day and nonstop action. Your guide will have you rigged up with medium-heavy spinning rods matched to reels loaded with 20-30 pound braided line – perfect for handling big fish around structure. Live shrimp and cut bait like mullet or menhaden are go-to options, fished on Carolina rigs or popping cork setups depending on conditions. When reds are feeding aggressively in shallow water, nothing beats the visual excitement of sight fishing with soft plastic paddle tails or gold spoons worked slowly over grass beds. Your captain will teach you to read the water, spot nervous baitfish, and recognize the telltale copper flash or tailing behavior that signals feeding redfish. The key is keeping baits near the bottom where reds cruise, and being ready for that initial crushing strike that can catch beginners off guard.
Bull redfish are what inshore fishing dreams are made of, and the waters around Savannah consistently produce some genuine monsters. These copper-colored fighters typically range from 20 to 40 inches in the shallows, with the real bruisers pushing 30 pounds or more. What makes them so special isn't just their size – it's their attitude. When a big red eats your bait, there's no mistaking it. They'll slam it hard, then immediately make a blistering run toward the nearest oyster bar or structure, testing both your drag system and your nerves. Fall through early spring offers the most consistent action, when cooler water temperatures bring the big fish into the creeks to feed heavily before spawning season. Redfish are also incredibly hardy, making them perfect for beginners who might need a few tries to get their hookset timing down. Their broad shoulders and powerful tail make every fight memorable, and that distinctive spotted tail breaking the surface never gets old, even for seasoned anglers.
This 6-hour redfish charter delivers exactly what every angler wants – steady action, personalized instruction, and the chance to hook into some seriously impressive fish in one of the Southeast's most productive fisheries. With all gear and licensing included, plus the expertise of local guides who've been working these waters for years, you're set up for success from the moment you step aboard. The intimate 2-angler capacity means you won't be fighting for rod time or competing for the guide's attention. Whether you're completely new to saltwater fishing or looking to sharpen your inshore skills, this trip offers the perfect combination of learning and fish-catching that keeps customers coming back season after season. The redfish population around Savannah stays strong year-round, so whenever you're ready to experience what many consider the best inshore fishing on the East Coast, Coastal Creek Charters has you covered.
Your fishing platform for this redfish adventure is a well-equipped motorboat designed to get you into Georgia's productive inshore waters around Savannah and St. Simons Island. The boat features a wireless trolling motor that keeps things quiet when you're sneaking up on those bull reds in shallow marsh areas – no engine noise to spook the fish when you're making your approach. Navigation is handled by an onboard GPS system, while the fish finder helps locate structure and baitfish where redfish like to feed. An ice box keeps your catch fresh and drinks cold during the 6-hour trip. With space for 2 anglers, you'll have plenty of room to cast and fight these hard-pulling fish without getting tangled up. The setup works perfectly for beginners learning to target redfish in Georgia's salt marsh creeks and grass flats, where these copper-colored fighters love to cruise and feed.
Darien, GA