Half Day Inshore Redfish and Black Drum Charter
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Fourhour inshore charter targeting Redfish and Black DrumAll fishing gear provided, suitable for all skill levelsExpert guide explores salt marshes and coastal estuaries
Get ready for four hours of serious fishing action targeting some of the most prized inshore species along our local coastline. This half-day charter with Inshore Addictz Charters puts you right in the heart of productive salt marshes and estuaries where redfish and black drum thrive year-round. Whether you're a weekend warrior looking to improve your technique or a seasoned angler wanting to explore new waters, this trip delivers the goods. We keep it intimate with just 2 guests max, so you'll get plenty of hands-on time and personalized instruction from your guide.
This charter is all about adapting to what the fish are doing on any given day. Your captain knows these waters like the back of their hand and will move between different spots based on tides, weather, and seasonal patterns. You'll be fishing productive salt marshes where the water is shallow and the structure is perfect for holding fish. The boat stays mobile, so if one spot isn't producing, you're quickly on to the next honey hole. Expect to cover different types of water throughout the trip - from grass flats to oyster bars to deeper channel edges. The pace is relaxed but focused, giving you time to really work each spot properly. Your guide handles all the navigation and positioning, so you can concentrate on what matters most - getting fish to the boat.
You'll be using three main approaches depending on conditions and what the fish want. Bottom fishing is the bread and butter technique here, especially when targeting black drum around structure. Your guide will set you up with the right weight and bait to get down and stay down in the strike zone. Float rigs come into play when fish are suspended or feeding in the middle of the water column - this method is deadly for redfish cruising grass flats. Drifting lets you cover water efficiently and is perfect when fish are scattered or when you need to present bait naturally with the current. All rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included, so you don't need to worry about bringing anything except your fishing license. Live bait isn't part of the base package, but your guide can arrange it if that's what the bite calls for that day.
Redfish are the crown jewel of inshore fishing, and these waters hold some beautiful specimens. These copper-colored fighters typically run 18-30 inches in our local waters, with the occasional oversized bull pushing 40+ inches. Spring through fall offers the most consistent action, but redfish bite year-round here. What makes them special is their fight - they'll make powerful runs and use their broad sides to pull drag. Plus, they're excellent table fare when kept within slot limits. You'll find them cruising grass flats, ambushing bait around oyster bars, and holding in deeper pockets during extreme weather.
Black drum are the bulldogs of the inshore world, and when you hook one, you'll know it immediately. These bottom-dwelling bruisers commonly reach 20-40 pounds in our area, with fish over 50 pounds showing up regularly. They're most active during cooler months but can be caught year-round. Black drum fight completely different from redfish - they stay deep and pull with incredible power, testing your tackle and patience. The bigger fish are catch-and-release only, but the smaller "puppy" drum in the 14-24 inch range make outstanding eating. Look for them around oyster reefs, bridge pilings, and anywhere there's hard structure on the bottom.
Sea trout add variety to your catch and are one of the most reliable biters in our local waters. These spotted beauties typically run 12-20 inches, with trophy fish reaching 25+ inches during peak season. Summer and fall are prime time, especially early morning and late afternoon. Sea trout are aggressive feeders and will hit both live and artificial baits with enthusiasm. They're also one of the best eating fish you'll find inshore, with white, flaky meat that's perfect for the dinner table. You'll find them over grass flats, around dock lights at night, and near drop-offs where baitfish concentrate.
Southern flounder are the surprise bonus fish that can make any trip memorable. These flatfish are masters of camouflage, lying buried in sand and mud waiting to ambush passing prey. Most run 14-18 inches, but doormat flounder over 20 inches are always a possibility. Fall is absolutely prime time as they fatten up before their offshore spawn, but you'll encounter them throughout the warmer months. Flounder hit with a subtle tap that many anglers miss, but once you learn to recognize their bite, they're incredibly fun to target. They're also premium table fare - many consider them the best eating fish in the inshore waters.
This half-day charter gives you a solid taste of our local inshore fishery without eating up your whole day. Four hours on the water is the sweet spot - enough time to hit multiple locations and target different species, but you'll still have time for other activities or family commitments. The intimate 2-guest maximum means you get quality instruction and plenty of fishing time. With all gear provided and a knowledgeable guide putting you on fish, this trip offers excellent value for both beginners and experienced anglers. Dates fill up quickly during peak season, so don't wait to secure your spot with Inshore Addictz Charters. Whether you're looking to learn new techniques, explore new waters, or just get some fresh fish for dinner, this charter delivers exactly what serious anglers want.
Your fishing platform for this redfish and black drum adventure is the 2022 Xpress H22 Bay, a 22-foot fishing machine that knows how to handle inshore waters. With its 175 HP Yamaha pushing you through salt marshes and estuaries at speeds up to 35 mph, you'll spend more time with lines in the water and less time getting there. The boat's built for stability when you're working bottom rigs or drifting with the current, so you can focus on feeling those subtle drum taps or explosive redfish strikes. Modern GPS keeps you on productive spots while the fish finder shows what's lurking below. Three can fish comfortably, but your charter accommodates two guests, giving everyone plenty of elbow room to work the flats and channels where these copper-backed reds and hefty black drum like to feed.
Pogonias CromisBlack Drum are the heavyweights of our inshore waters, commonly running 5-30 pounds with some monsters pushing 90+ pounds. These powerful fish have crushing jaws built for demolishing oysters and crabs, which is exactly where you'll find them - around oyster beds, shallow muddy flats, and creek mouths. They're most active during spring spawning season when they school up and make those distinctive drumming sounds you can actually hear underwater. What guests love about drum fishing is the raw power - even a 15-pounder will test your drag and give you a serious workout. The smaller ones make excellent table fare with firm, mild meat. Spring is prime time when water temps hit the 60s and they're cruising the shallows in big schools. Pro tip: fresh blue crab is king for bait, but here's the kicker - crush it up good and let that scent trail work for you. They'll follow their nose right to your hook.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish are the crown jewel of our inshore fishery - bronze-backed bruisers with distinctive black spots near their tails that'll give you the fight of your life. Most run 20-35 inches and 5-15 pounds, but the big bulls can push 40+ inches and really test your tackle. These fish love super shallow water - we're talking 1-4 feet around oyster bars, grass flats, and marsh edges where they cruise with their backs nearly out of water. They're year-round residents but fall and spring offer the best action when they're most active feeding before and after spawning. What hooks guests is watching these fish explode on topwater lures in skinny water - it's pure adrenaline. They're also fantastic table fare when kept at eating size. The trick is spotting their copper backs or wakes as they cruise the shallows. When you see one, cast well ahead and work your lure slowly past their nose - they can't resist a well-placed gold spoon or paddle tail.
Salmo TruttaSpotted Sea Trout, or "specks" as we call them locally, are one of our most popular inshore targets for good reason. These sleek fish typically run 14-24 inches and 1-5 pounds, with their distinctive black spots and canine teeth that give them a mean look. You'll find them cruising grass flats, sandy potholes, and drop-offs in 2-8 feet of water, especially around dawn and dusk when they're actively feeding on shrimp and small baitfish. They're year-round residents but really turn on during cooler months when they school up in deeper channels. What makes trout fishing addictive is their aggressive strikes and acrobatic fights - they'll jump and make screaming runs that'll get your heart pumping. Plus, they're some of the best eating fish in these waters with delicate, flaky white meat. My secret weapon is a live shrimp under a popping cork worked slowly over grass beds. The key is listening for that telltale "pop" when they hit.
Paralichthys LethostigmaSouthern Flounder are fascinating flatfish that'll surprise first-time anglers with their unique appearance - both eyes on the left side of their head and amazing camouflage abilities. These ambush predators typically run 15-18 inches but can reach over 30 inches and 20+ pounds. You'll find them buried in sandy or muddy bottoms of shallow bays, estuaries, and marshes where they feed on shrimp, crabs, and small fish. Fall and winter months are prime time when they move through our waters heading to spawn offshore. What makes them special is their incredible table fare - sweet, flaky white meat that's hard to beat. My go-to tip: use a slow drift with live shrimp or bull minnows on a light jighead, and when you feel that subtle tap, count to three before setting the hook. They have soft mouths and often just mouth the bait first.
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