5.0(2 Reviews)Private Full Day Inshore Trip
5.0(2 reviews)
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Full day inshore charter targeting redfish and speckled troutLicensed captain provides all gear and accesses prime coastal watersSmall group experience accommodating up to three guests maximum
Get ready for a full day of fishing the productive waters around Midway, Georgia with Captain Tony at Flat Out Guide Service. This isn't your typical half-day trip—we're talking about maximizing your time on the water, hitting multiple spots, and adapting to what the tides are telling us. You'll be exploring the prime inshore and nearshore areas along the Intercoastal Waterway, where the fishing opportunities change with every tide cycle. With up to three anglers on board, this trip gives you the flexibility to really dial in on what's biting and chase the fish wherever they're feeding.
This full-day charter is all about flexibility and fish. We'll launch early and spend the day moving between productive spots based on tide, weather, and what the fish are doing. The Intercoastal Waterway around Midway offers incredible diversity—from grass flats where redfish cruise in shallow water to deeper channels where speckled trout stack up. Captain Tony knows these waters like the back of his hand, and he's constantly reading conditions to put you on fish. You'll have access to both inshore flats and nearshore structure, giving us plenty of options throughout the day. All your tackle and gear is provided, so just bring your fishing license, sunscreen, and whatever food and drinks you want for the day. There's a cooler with ice on board to keep everything fresh.
We'll be using a variety of techniques depending on what we're targeting and where we find them. Light tackle is the name of the game here—whether we're sight fishing for reds in skinny water with artificial lures or dropping live bait around structure for flounder. Captain Tony will have you rigged with everything from popping corks and soft plastics to live shrimp and finger mullet, depending on what the fish want that day. The boat is equipped with quality rods and reels that can handle anything from schoolie reds to bull redfish. We'll adjust our approach as the day progresses—maybe starting on the flats during an incoming tide, then moving to deeper water as conditions change. The beauty of a full day trip is we can chase different species and use different techniques without feeling rushed.
"We had a great day out on the water today with Captain Tony Gaskin. The weather was perfect and the fishing was great. He knew all the spots and you can tell that he is passionate about fishing and sharing that passion with others. Our family pulled in a variety of fish today, reds, specks, flounder, shark, croker, and even a toad fish. We also hooked into a nice size lady fish but she wasn't ready to be caught. Would recommend anyone to take a charter with Tony, you won't be disappointed. Can't wait til the next time!" - Miranda
"After waiting until after 8:00 before I called Captain Tony to ask him if we were in the correct location I knew something was wrong. When he answered the phone he immediately thought surely he didn't mess up his schedule, well he didn't, I did! I had booked our trip for the next week which wouldn't work because we would be back home by then. Captain Tony was about to start staining his deck at home on his day off and he elected to drop everything he was doing to get to the ramp as fast as he could to make sure we were able to go fishing. I cannot say enough good things about him! He is very knowledely of the area and will put you in the fish and of top of that he's a pleasure to be in the boat with. You won't regret booking a trip with him!" - Wesley
Southern Flounder are one of the most sought-after fish in these waters, and for good reason. These flatfish are masters of camouflage, lying buried in sandy bottom areas near oyster bars, creek mouths, and channel edges. They're most active during moving water, especially on outgoing tides when baitfish get swept out of the marsh. Flounder can range from keeper-sized 15-inchers up to doormat-sized fish pushing 5-6 pounds. What makes them exciting is their aggressive strike—when a flounder commits to your bait, there's no mistaking it. Fall months are prime time as they fatten up before their offshore migration.
Tarpon fishing in Georgia's coastal waters is as good as it gets. These silver kings show up in late spring and stick around through early fall, with July and August being peak season. We're talking about fish ranging from juvenile tarpon in the 20-40 pound class up to mature fish that can exceed 100 pounds. What makes tarpon fishing so addictive is their aerial displays—these fish will jump repeatedly, testing your drag and your nerves. They're found around bridges, in deeper holes, and along channel edges where they ambush schools of baitfish. Live bait works great, but they'll also hit well-presented artificials.
Sheepshead might be the most underrated fish in these waters. These black-and-white striped convicts are notorious bait thieves, earning them the nickname "Georgia's freshwater bream with an attitude." They're structure-oriented fish, hanging around pilings, oyster bars, and rocky areas where they feed on barnacles, crabs, and fiddlers. Sheepshead have human-like teeth that can crush shellfish, making them fascinating to examine up close. They're excellent eating and provide technical fishing—you need to detect their subtle bites and set the hook quickly before they steal your bait.
Sea Trout, or speckled trout as locals call them, are the bread and butter of inshore fishing around Midway. These spotted beauties are found over grass beds, around oyster bars, and in deeper holes throughout the marsh system. Specks are aggressive feeders that hit both live and artificial baits with enthusiasm. They range from schoolie-sized fish up to gator
Your fishing adventure starts aboard a brand-new 23' Sportsman bay boat powered by a reliable 250 HP Yamaha 4.2 SHO engine that'll get you to the best fishing spots quickly. This well-equipped vessel comfortably accommodates up to four anglers with plenty of room to cast and fight fish without getting tangled up. The wireless trolling motor lets your captain position the boat quietly over productive waters without spooking the fish, while the GPS navigation system ensures you'll find those honey holes along the Intercoastal Waterway. The fish finder helps locate schools of Redfish, Speckled Trout, and Flounder hiding in the grass beds and structure. With a full day on the water, you'll have time to work different spots as the tide changes, giving you the best shot at filling the cooler with Coastal Georgia's finest catches.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish are the bread and butter of our inshore fishing, and for good reason. These copper-colored fighters typically run 18-27 inches and 3-8 pounds in our waters, with that signature black spot near the tail. They cruise shallow flats, oyster bars, and creek mouths in just 1-4 feet of water - sometimes so shallow their backs show. Fall offers prime fishing when they school up for their spawning run. What guests love is their aggressive strikes and strong, steady fights that'll test your drag. They're also excellent eating with firm, mild flesh. They'll eat almost anything - live shrimp, cut bait, or artificials like gold spoons and topwater plugs. My go-to tip for our area: look for nervous water over the flats on incoming tides. When you spot that subtle surface disturbance, cast ahead of it and work your bait slow. That's usually a red looking for an easy meal.
Salmo TruttaSpeckled Trout are our most reliable inshore targets, running 14-20 inches and 1-3 pounds on average, with some quality fish pushing 4+ pounds. They love grass flats, oyster bars, and drop-offs in 3-8 feet of water throughout our area. Spring through fall offers consistent action, but fall is prime time when they school up and feed heavily. What makes them popular is their willingness to hit artificials and their excellent table fare - tender white meat that's hard to beat. They're also great for beginners since they fight well but aren't too overwhelming. Live shrimp under a popping cork is deadly, but soft plastics work great too. Here's my local tip: fish the grass flats on moving water early morning or late evening. The trout move shallow to feed, and you can often see them busting bait on the surface.
Archosargus ProbatocephalusSheepshead are the convict fish of our waters with those distinctive black and white stripes, and they'll test your patience like no other. Most run 2-5 pounds and 14-18 inches, but we catch some real slabs over 8 pounds around deeper structure. They hang tight to dock pilings, bridges, and oyster bars where they munch barnacles and crabs with their human-like teeth. Spring spawning season (March-April) brings the best action when they school up. People love targeting them because they're crafty bait thieves and fantastic eating - sweet, flaky white meat that rivals any fish. Fiddler crabs and fresh shrimp work best on small hooks. My trick: don't wait to feel the bite. Watch your line like a hawk and set the hook at the slightest twitch. They're notorious for stealing bait without you knowing.
Paralichthys LethostigmaSouthern Flounder are masters of disguise, lying flat on sandy and muddy bottoms in 2-20 feet of water throughout our coastal waters. These flatfish typically run 15-18 inches and 2-5 pounds, though we see some nice ones pushing 25+ inches. What makes them special is watching both eyes on the left side of their head scan for prey while perfectly camouflaged. They're excellent table fare with sweet, flaky white meat. Fall through early spring offers the best action when they move through our area heading to spawn offshore. Since they're ambush feeders, live shrimp or small finger mullet work great. My go-to tip: once you feel that subtle tap, count to three before setting the hook - they need time to fully take the bait in that sideways mouth.
Megalops AtlanticusTarpon are the silver kings of our waters, and once you hook into one, you'll understand why. These giants typically run 4-6 feet and 80-150 pounds around here, though we've seen monsters over 200. They love our deeper channels and passes, especially during summer months when they're most active. What draws people back is that first jump - nothing compares to watching 100+ pounds of fish launch itself 8 feet out of the water. They're pure muscle and attitude. While the meat isn't great eating, the fight is what it's all about. Best fishing happens on moving tides at dawn and dusk. Live mullet or large shrimp work well, but here's the key: when they jump, bow to the fish by dropping your rod tip toward them. It keeps tension off and prevents thrown hooks during those wild aerial shows.
5.0 out of 5.0We had a great day out on the water today with Captain Tony Gaskin. The weather was perfect and the fishing was great. He knew all...
After waiting until after 8:00 before I called Captain Tony to ask him if we were in the correct location I knew something was wro...
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