Private 4-Hour Fishing Trip - Midway, Georgia
Get ready to fish some of the best inshore waters the Georgia coast has to offer. This private 4-hour charter takes you through the scenic Intercoastal Waterway around Midway, where Captain Tony puts his local knowledge to work finding the fish. With all gear provided and a cooler stocked with ice, you just need to show up with your snacks, drinks, and sun protection. This isn't your typical crowded fishing trip—with only 3 guests max, you get personalized attention and plenty of room to cast. The waters around St. Catherine's Sound are legendary for their variety, and you'll see why once those lines hit the water.
What to Expect on the Water
Your day starts with Captain Tony breaking down the game plan based on current conditions—tides, weather, and where the fish have been biting. The Intercoastal Waterway offers protected waters perfect for a relaxed fishing experience, while still giving you access to productive inshore spots. You'll move between different areas throughout the day, from grass flats where trout love to ambush bait to oyster bars where redfish cruise looking for an easy meal. The boat comes equipped with all the tackle you need, from light spinning gear for trout to heavier setups when targeting bigger reds. Captain Tony reads the water like a book, adjusting techniques and locations to keep you on the fish. Whether you're a seasoned angler looking to learn new spots or a beginner wanting to catch your first redfish, the trip adapts to your skill level.
Gear Setup & Techniques
All fishing equipment is provided, including rods, reels, tackle, and bait—both live and artificial depending on what's working. You'll fish with everything from live shrimp under popping corks for trout to cut bait on the bottom for flounder. Captain Tony switches up techniques based on the tide and target species, so you might find yourself sight fishing for tailing redfish one hour and drifting for trout the next. The boat stays stocked with a variety of lures including soft plastics, spoons, and topwater plugs for when the fish are aggressive. Live bait comes from local sources and includes shrimp, mud minnows, and finger mullet depending on what's available and what the fish are eating. You'll learn to read the water, understand how tides affect fish movement, and pick up techniques that work specifically in these Georgia coastal waters.
What Anglers Are Saying
"Captain Tony is amazing I highly recommend him. As an experienced fisherman I learned a lot fishing with Captain Tony. The trip was on fun and relaxed. We caught a wide variety of fish including a Spanish Mackerel. If you are looking for a great fishing experience this is the Guide to use. Thank you Captain Tony." - Lori
"Great day with Capt Tony. We caught 4 reds we had to release and many trout. My Wife killed it with an inshore slam a huge Red, trout, and a monster flounder (along with a black drum). Capt is a kind and patient teacher and just quality people. Highly recommend." - Allan
"Captain Tony knows these waters like the back of his hand. Despite the tough tide, he still found the fish! We're cooking up fresh redfish right now—couldn't ask for a better day out there!" - Thomas
Target Species Breakdown
Sea Trout are the bread and butter of Georgia inshore fishing, and these waters hold some beautiful fish. They hang around grass flats and drop-offs, especially during moving tides when baitfish get pushed around. Spring through fall offers the best action, with fish ranging from 12 to 20 inches being common, though bigger gator trout over 24 inches show up regularly. They hit live shrimp, soft plastics, and topwater lures with equal enthusiasm. What makes trout fishing so addictive is their willingness to bite and the fun fight they put up on light tackle.
Redfish are the crown jewel of inshore fishing here, and St. Catherine's Sound produces some real bulls. These copper-colored fighters love shallow water around oyster bars, creek mouths, and grass edges. You'll find them year-round, but fall brings the big schools when they're fattening up before winter. Reds between 18 and 27 inches are slot fish you can keep, while the oversized bulls over 27 inches make for great photos before release. They eat everything from live shrimp to cut bait to artificial lures, and once hooked, they make powerful runs that test your drag.
Blacktip Sharks add some serious excitement to the mix, especially during warmer months when they move into shallow water chasing bait schools. These hard-fighting sharks range from 2 to 5 feet and put on aerial shows once hooked. They're curious and aggressive, often taking baits meant for other species. The fight is pure adrenaline—long runs, jumps, and that classic shark head-shaking that keeps you on your toes. All sharks are released to fight another day.
Southern Flounder are the masters of camouflage, lying flat on sandy bottoms waiting for prey to swim by. Fall is prime time when they're moving toward inlets for their offshore spawning run, and that's when you catch the biggest fish. A 3 to 5-pound flounder is excellent table fare, and the bigger fish can push 6 or 7 pounds. They prefer live bait like mud minnows or finger mullet fished on the bottom near structure, creek bends, and drop-offs. Landing one completes the inshore slam when combined with a red and trout.
Time to Book Your Spot
This private charter gives you the best of Georgia's inshore fishing scene without the crowds. Captain Tony's local expertise