Quick Cast Fishing Trip In Biloxi
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Twohour inshore fishing trips targeting redfish and troutMorning and afternoon departures with all gear providedSmall group experience for up to three guests
Looking for a solid half-day fishing adventure without burning your whole weekend? This 2-hour inshore charter puts you right where the action is - cruising Biloxi's productive bay waters and around scenic Deer Island. Heavy Metal Charters keeps it simple but effective: they provide all the tackle, handle your fishing license, and get you on the fish fast. You just bring your appetite for catching redfish, trout, and whatever else is biting that day. With only 3 anglers max, you're not fighting crowds for rod space or captain attention.
Captain fires up the boat and you're fishing within minutes of leaving the dock. Biloxi Bay's shallow grass flats and oyster reefs create perfect ambush spots for hungry gamefish, especially around Deer Island's protected waters. The morning trips often produce better trout action when the water's still cool, while afternoon charters can be money for redfish as they move into the shallows to feed. You'll work structure like submerged shell beds, grass lines, and channel edges where baitfish stack up. The beauty of inshore fishing here is you're always close to multiple productive spots, so if one area's slow, you're moving to the next honey hole in five minutes.
Your captain sets you up with medium-action spinning rods spooled with 15-20lb braid - perfect for the structure you'll be fishing around. Live shrimp under popping corks is the go-to setup for trout and redfish, but don't be surprised if you're throwing soft plastics like paddle tails or DOA shrimp when the fish want something with more action. For sheepshead around the pilings and rocks, you'll drop down with fiddler crabs or barnacles on smaller hooks. The water's typically 2-8 feet deep, so you're sight-fishing a lot of the time - watching for wakes, nervous water, or fish actually cruising the flats. When the captain says "cast at 2 o'clock about 30 feet," he's spotted something most folks would miss.
Redfish are the bread and butter of Biloxi inshore fishing, and these copper-colored fighters show up year-round in the bay. They average 18-27 inches here, hitting that sweet spot between slot-sized keepers and the big breeding bulls. Reds love to cruise the shallow flats, especially when the tide's moving, and they'll absolutely crush a well-placed shrimp or soft plastic. What makes them so popular is their attitude - they eat aggressively and fight like they mean it, often making multiple runs and trying to wrap you around every oyster shell in sight.
Speckled trout are the other main target, and Biloxi Bay's grass beds hold some quality fish. These guys are more finicky than reds, preferring cooler water and subtle presentations. Spring and fall offer the best trout fishing when water temps are in the 60s-70s, though you'll catch them year-round. A 15-20 inch trout is a nice fish here, and anything over 20 inches gets the camera out. They're excellent table fare and fun on light tackle, often jumping when hooked.
Black drum patrol the deeper holes and channel edges, ranging from puppy drum under 16 inches to hefty 20-30 pounders that'll test your drag system. They're bottom feeders with a preference for crabs and shrimp, and they fight with pure bulldogging power. Summer flounder (fluke) lie in ambush along drop-offs and sand pockets, providing excellent eating when you boat a keeper-sized fish. Sheepshead hang around any vertical structure - pilings, rocks, reefs - and they're notorious bait thieves with their human-like teeth, but hook one and you've got some of the best-tasting fish in the Gulf.
Two hours might sound quick, but you'll be amazed how much water you can cover and how many fish you can catch when everything's dialed in. The small group size means personalized instruction if you need it, plus everyone gets plenty of shots at the fish. Pack some snacks and drinks to stay comfortable, and don't forget sun protection - the sun reflects hard off the water even on cloudy days. This trip works great for families with kids who might lose interest on longer charters, or experienced anglers who want to sample Biloxi's inshore action without committing to a full day. Book your morning or afternoon slot and see why locals have been fishing these waters for generations.
Our 22-foot Blazer Bay center console is built for serious fishing in Biloxi's productive inshore waters. This nimble boat handles the shallow flats around Deer Island with ease while keeping up to 3 anglers comfortable during those hot redfish and speckled trout bites. The wireless trolling motor lets us slip quietly into fish-holding spots without spooking your targets, while the GPS and fish finder help us stay on productive structure and locate schools. We've got all the rods, reels, and lures you'll need to hook into whatever's biting that day. The center console design gives everyone plenty of casting room and easy access to the action. Whether you're working the grass beds for reds or drifting the deeper edges for trout, this boat puts you right where the fish are feeding. Just bring your snacks and drinks – we'll handle getting you on the fish.
Pogonias CromisBlack Drum are the heavyweights of the drum family, typically running 5-30 pounds but can hit 90+ pounds. You'll find them around oyster beds, muddy flats, and structure in our brackish waters - they love crushing shellfish with those powerful jaws. Spring is prime time when they school up for spawning, making them easier to target. What makes them special is that drumming sound they make underwater, plus they're strong fighters that'll test your drag. The smaller ones under 15 pounds make excellent table fare with white, flaky meat. My go-to tip: use fresh crab for bait and fish it right on the bottom near those oyster bars - they can't resist it, and catfish won't steal your bait like they do with shrimp.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish are the poster fish of inshore fishing, easily spotted by their copper-red color and distinctive black spot near the tail. They run anywhere from slot-size around 20-28 inches up to bull reds over 40 pounds in deeper water. You'll find them cruising shallow flats, oyster bars, and marshes in just 1-4 feet of water - sometimes so shallow their backs show above the surface. Year-round fishing is good, but fall and spring are prime when they school up. What guests love is watching them cruise the shallows and that explosive strike when they hit topwater lures. The fight is pure power too. My favorite trick is throwing a gold spoon ahead of cruising fish and letting it flutter down - they can't resist that wounded baitfish action.
Salmo TruttaSpeckled Trout are our bread and butter inshore fish, typically running 14-24 inches with beautiful spots covering their silver sides. They love grass flats, shallow bays, and drop-offs where they ambush shrimp and small baitfish. Night fishing or early morning produces the best action, especially around lighted docks and grass edges. What makes them popular is their willingness to hit artificial lures and their excellent table fare - tender white meat that's hard to beat. They're also great fighters for their size, making long runs when hooked. The key is working your lures slow and low - these fish are lazy feeders that won't chase fast-moving baits. Try a soft plastic shrimp bounced along the bottom near grass beds, and you'll usually find them.
Archosargus ProbatocephalusSheepshead are the "convict fish" with distinctive black stripes and human-like teeth that can crush barnacles and crabs. Most run 1-8 pounds around docks, bridges, and any structure with barnacles, though 20-pounders are possible. They're notorious bait thieves that'll nibble your offering clean off the hook if you're not paying attention. Spring spawning season from February through April is prime time when they gather in large schools. Guests love the challenge - they're tricky to hook but fight hard once you get them. The white, flaky meat is excellent eating too. Pro tip: keep your bait pinned tight to the hook and stay alert for those subtle nibbles. When you feel them messing with it, set the hook hard and fast before they steal your bait.
Paralichthys DentatusSummer Flounder are masters of camouflage, lying flat on sandy bottoms waiting to ambush prey. These flatfish typically run 15-20 inches and make fantastic eating with sweet, white meat. They're found on both inshore flats and deeper offshore waters, adapting their color to match the bottom perfectly. Fall fishing from September through November is your best bet when they're most active and feeding heavily before winter. What guests love is their sneaky bite and the challenge of detecting those subtle hits - plus they're some of the best table fare you'll find. Here's the trick: when you feel that light tap, don't set the hook right away. Let them run with it a few seconds since they grab bait sideways and need time to turn it around.
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