Georgia Inshore Fishing | Premium 6-8 Hour Charters
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Inshore Fishing
Target trout, redfish, flounder, and black drum inshoreProfessional 6 or 8hour charter accommodates four guestsYearround fishing adventures suitable for all skill levels
Looking for some quality time on Georgia's inshore waters? Cumberland Fishing Charters has you covered with our top-rated 6 and 8-hour fishing trips that put you right where the action is. These aren't your typical tourist boat rides – we're talking about serious fishing in some of the most productive inshore waters along the Georgia coast. Whether you're a weekend warrior looking to fill the cooler or a seasoned angler wanting to test your skills against our local fighters, these trips deliver the goods. You'll be targeting the species that make Georgia fishing legendary: hard-fighting redfish, tasty trout, stubborn black drum, and crafty sheepshead. With space for up to 4 anglers, it's perfect for families, buddy trips, or anyone who wants personalized attention from guides who know these waters like the back of their hand.
When you step aboard with Cumberland Fishing Charters, you're getting the full Georgia inshore experience. Our captains have been working these marshes, creeks, and nearshore waters for years, so they know exactly where to find fish based on tides, weather, and seasonal patterns. The 6-hour trips are perfect if you want a solid day of fishing without the full commitment, while the 8-hour charters give us time to hit multiple spots and really dial in on what's biting. We'll adjust our game plan based on what you're after – maybe you want to sight-fish for reds in shallow water, or perhaps you're more interested in bottom fishing for black drum and sheepshead around structure. The beauty of inshore fishing here is the variety. One minute you might be casting at a school of trout over grass flats, the next you could be working a dock for sheepshead. Our boats are rigged for whatever the day brings, and we'll make sure you're comfortable and confident with the techniques we're using.
Georgia inshore fishing is all about adapting to conditions and fish behavior. We primarily use light to medium spinning tackle that lets you feel every bite and enjoy the fight without overpowering these fish. For trout and redfish, we'll often work with soft plastics, live shrimp, or topwater plugs depending on what's happening. When we're after black drum and sheepshead, it's usually bottom rigs with cut bait or fiddler crabs – these fish have serious jaw power, so you'll know when one grabs your bait. The areas we fish range from shallow grass flats where you can see the fish you're casting to, all the way to deeper creek mouths and oyster bars where the big drum like to hang out. Tidal movement is everything in this game, and our captains time each spot to hit it when conditions are prime. We provide all the tackle and bait you'll need, but if you've got a favorite rod or lucky lure, bring it along. Part of the fun is figuring out what works best on any given day, and sometimes that personal touch makes all the difference.
Black drum are the bulldogs of Georgia's inshore waters, and catching one is like arm wrestling with a truck tire. These fish can push 30-40 pounds or more, and they use every ounce of that weight when they feel the hook. You'll find them around oyster bars, bridge pilings, and deeper creek channels, especially during cooler months when they school up in good numbers. They're not fast runners, but they'll dig hard toward structure and test your drag system. What makes black drum special is their reliability – when other species get finicky, drum often keep biting. Plus, the smaller ones (under 16 inches) make excellent table fare with sweet, flaky meat.
Sheepshead might be the most challenging fish we target, which is exactly why experienced anglers love them. These black-and-white striped fish have human-like teeth and the pickpocket skills to steal your bait without you even knowing. They hang around any kind of structure – docks, pilings, rocks, even crab traps. The key is using small hooks, fresh bait (fiddler crabs are gold), and developing a feel for their subtle bite. When you hook a good sheepshead, they'll make short, powerful runs and try to cut your line on whatever structure they came from. They're excellent eating too, with firm white meat that's perfect for the grill.
Sea trout (spotted seatrout) are probably our most consistent year-round target and a customer favorite for good reason. These fish are aggressive, fun to catch, and absolutely delicious. In spring and fall, schools of keeper-sized trout move through our grass flats and creek mouths in serious numbers. They'll hit everything from live shrimp under a popping cork to soft plastic paddle tails worked slowly along the bottom. Trout are great for anglers still learning because they bite well and fight hard enough to be exciting without being overwhelming. The slot-sized fish (14-18 inches) are perfect for the dinner table.
Redfish are the poster fish for Georgia inshore fishing, and once you tangle with one, you'll understand why. These copper-colored fighters are built for the shallows, with broad tails that let them make blistering runs across the flats. During warmer months, you might spot them tailing in inches of water, which makes for some of the most exciting sight-fishing on the coast. Reds are smart and spooky, so presentations need to be on point. When you hook one, hang on – they'll strip line, jump, and generally raise hell until they're in the boat. Georgia has great populations of slot-sized reds (14-23 inches), and these fish are phenomenal on the table.
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Hit the Georgia inshore waters aboard our 2017 25-foot Contender center console, rigged and ready for serious fishing action. Twin 350HP Suzuki outboards get you to the fishing grounds fast, cruising at 37 knots to maximize your time on the water. This boat handles Georgia's coastal waters like a dream, whether you're chasing redfish in the shallows or hunting flounder near structure. The wireless trolling motor lets you sneak up on spooky fish without spooking them, while the fish finder shows exactly what's swimming below. GPS keeps you on productive spots, and radar ensures safe navigation when morning fog rolls in. Up to four anglers fish comfortably with plenty of room to cast and fight fish. The onboard facilities mean longer trips stay comfortable. Perfect for targeting trout, redfish, black drum, sheepshead, flounder, and whiting year-round. Whether you're working live bait around oyster bars or casting artificials in grass flats, this Contender puts you in prime position for Georgia's best inshore species.
Pogonias CromisBlack Drum are the heavyweights of the drum family, running anywhere from 5-30 pounds with some bulls pushing 90+. These dark, powerful fish cruise shallow mudflats and oyster beds year-round, but spring is prime time when they school up for spawning. You'll hear them "drumming" underwater - that's how they got their name. They're bulldogs on the rod with serious pulling power. The smaller ones under 15 pounds make great table fare with firm, white meat. Here's the key: use fresh crab or cut bait right on the bottom near structure. These fish have crushing jaws built for oysters, so don't be shy with your hook set when you feel that first tap.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish are the poster fish of inshore fishing, with their copper-red color and distinctive black spots near the tail. They run 18-35 inches typically, with the bigger "bull reds" offshore. These fish love super shallow water - 1-4 feet around oyster bars, grass flats, and marsh edges. You'll spot their backs and tails sticking out while they're feeding. Year-round fishing is solid, but fall is magic when they school up. They fight like freight trains and make excellent table fare when slot-sized. The key is sight fishing - look for nervous water, waking fish, or tailing reds. Topwater plugs at dawn create explosive strikes, but gold spoons and soft plastics work great too.
Salmo TruttaSpotted Sea Trout, or "specks" as we call them, are beautiful fish with distinctive black spots scattered across their silver sides. Most run 14-24 inches and 1-5 pounds. They love grass flats, shallow bays, and drop-offs where the current brings them food. Spring through fall are prime, especially early morning and evening when they're actively feeding. These fish have a soft mouth, so keep steady pressure but don't horse them. The meat is delicate and mild - perfect for the dinner table. Look for them around moving water and structure changes. Here's my go-to technique: slow-twitch a soft plastic shrimp or jerkbait just above the grass tops. They'll smack it hard when they're feeding.
Archosargus ProbatocephalusSheepshead are the "convict fish" with their black and white stripes, but what really gets people talking are their human-like teeth. Most run 1-8 pounds, though 20-pounders show up around docks, bridges, and barnacle-covered pilings. They're year-round residents but really turn on during cooler months. These guys are notorious bait thieves - they'll pick your hook clean before you know it. The fight's solid and the eating is even better with sweet, flaky white meat. Get tight to structure with live or fresh dead shrimp, small crabs, or fiddler crabs. Pro tip: keep your drag tight and set the hook hard the moment you feel weight - they've got those crushing teeth for a reason.
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