Half Day Guided Fishing Trip In Mississippi
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Fivehour inshore fishing trip targeting redfish and sea troutExpert Captain Hal Lusk guides up to four guestsAll skill levels welcome with professional charter service
Mississippi's coastal waters are calling your name, and Captain Hal Lusk knows exactly where the fish are biting. This 5-hour inshore fishing adventure with Jus 1 More Charters puts you right in the heart of some of the Gulf Coast's most productive fishing grounds. Whether you're chasing your first redfish or you're a weekend warrior looking to add tripletail to your logbook, this half-day trip delivers the kind of action that keeps anglers coming back. Captain Hal's been working these waters for years, and he's got the local knowledge to put you on fish when others are coming back empty-handed.
You'll meet Captain Hal at the dock ready to hit Mississippi's prime inshore waters where speckled trout, redfish, and tripletail call home. This isn't your typical party boat experience – with just 4 anglers max, you get personalized attention and plenty of elbow room to work your lines. The trip targets the shallow flats, grass beds, and structure where these species love to hang out. Captain Hal reads the water like a book, adjusting tactics based on tides, weather, and what the fish are telling him that day. Some days you'll be sight-casting to tailing reds, other times you'll be working soft plastics over grass beds loaded with trout. The beauty of inshore fishing in Mississippi is the variety – you never know what's going to grab your bait next.
Inshore fishing in Mississippi waters requires finesse and local know-how, and that's where Captain Hal really shines. You'll be fishing with light to medium tackle that lets you feel every bump and tap from curious fish. Depending on conditions and what's biting, you might be throwing soft plastics like paddle tails and shrimp imitations, or working topwater plugs early in the morning when the water's glass-calm. For tripletail, it's all about spotting them floating near structure and making that perfect presentation. Captain Hal provides all the gear you need, but if you've got your own favorite rods and reels, bring them along. Live bait often plays a big role too – nothing beats a frisky shrimp under a popping cork when the trout are schooled up. The key is staying flexible and letting the fish tell you what they want.
Speckled trout are the bread and butter of Mississippi inshore fishing, and for good reason. These beautiful fish hit hard, fight smart, and taste even better on the dinner table. Spring through fall offers the best action, with fish ranging from schoolie-sized 14-inchers up to gator trout pushing 6 pounds or more. They love grass flats in 3-8 feet of water, especially when there's some current moving bait around. What makes trout fishing so addictive is their aggressive strikes – when you find a school, you can often catch them one after another until they wise up or move on.
Redfish are the true prize of these waters, and Mississippi's got some serious bulls cruising the shallows. These copper-colored bruisers range from slot-sized fish perfect for dinner up to oversized monsters that'll test your drag system and your arm strength. Peak season runs from spring into early winter, but you can find reds year-round in the right spots. They're ambush predators that love to cruise shallow flats looking for crabs and shrimp, and watching a red inhale your bait in 2 feet of crystal-clear water is pure fishing magic. Their powerful runs and bulldogging fights make them a favorite among serious anglers.
Tripletail might be the most unique fish you'll target on this trip. These oddball fish look like floating debris when they're sitting motionless near structure, which is their signature behavior. They're curiosity seekers that'll often follow your bait for what feels like forever before deciding to eat – or not. Finding tripletail requires sharp eyes and patience, but when you spot one floating near a crab trap or piece of floating wood, the adrenaline kicks in fast. They're strong fighters with an unusual sideways rolling style, and they're absolutely delicious on the table. Summer months offer the best tripletail action in Mississippi waters.
This half-day fishing adventure with Jus 1 More Charters delivers exactly what serious anglers are looking for – quality time on productive water with a captain who knows how to find fish. Captain Hal's personalized approach means you're not just another booking; you're getting a custom fishing experience tailored to what's biting and what you want to target. The 4-person limit keeps things intimate and ensures everyone gets plenty of action. Remember to bring cash or have Venmo ready for payment, and don't forget your fishing license, sunscreen, and a cooler for your catch. Mississippi's inshore waters are waiting, and Captain Hal's got the local knowledge to make your next fishing story worth telling. Book your spot now and get ready to see why this top-rated charter keeps anglers coming back trip after trip.
Captain Hal's 22-foot Triton Seaflight center console is your ticket to Mississippi's best inshore fishing action. This nimble boat cuts through the water at up to 34 knots with its reliable Yamaha 250HP engine, getting you to the hotspots where redfish, speckled trout, and tripletail are biting. The wireless trolling motor lets you move quietly through shallow waters without spooking fish, while the GPS and radar keep you on course even when fog rolls in. The fish finder does the detective work, showing you exactly where your targets are holding. Built for up to 4 anglers, this center console gives everyone plenty of room to cast and fight fish without tangling lines. Whether you're working the grass flats for trout or stalking redfish in skinny water, this boat handles Mississippi's inshore waters like a pro.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish are the poster fish of Mississippi's shallow water fishing - copper-colored bulldogs with that signature black eyespot near their tail. They typically run 20-35 inches and fight harder than anything their size. You'll find them cruising 1-4 feet of water around oyster bars, grass flats, and marsh edges where they root for crabs and shrimp. Fall through spring offers the best action when they school up in big numbers. What guests love most is watching these fish cruise the shallows with their backs out of water, plus they're fantastic eating with mild, sweet meat. They'll hit everything from topwater plugs to live bait. Local secret: look for nervous water or "pushing" baitfish on calm days. Cast ahead of cruising reds and let your bait sit still - they're curious and will come investigate.
Salmo TruttaSpeckled trout are Mississippi's bread and butter fish, running 14-24 inches on average with those distinctive black spots covering their silver sides. They love grass flats and shallow bays, especially around structure in 2-8 feet of water. Best action happens during cooler months when they school up, but we catch them year-round. Spring and fall are prime time when they're actively feeding on shrimp and small baitfish. What makes specs so popular is they're aggressive strikers, great table fare with that flaky white meat, and perfect for all skill levels. They hit everything from live shrimp to soft plastics. Pro tip: work the grass edges early morning or late evening when they're feeding shallow. Use a popping cork with live shrimp underneath - the noise draws them in from a distance.
Lobotes SurinamensisTripletail are one of Mississippi's most unique catches - they get their name from having three fins that look identical at the back end. Most run 2-5 pounds, but we've seen them push 15+ pounds out here. These fish are masters of disguise, floating on their sides near debris and weed lines to look like floating trash. They're sight-fishing targets that swim close to the surface around structure, making them perfect for our shallow water spots. The fight is surprisingly strong for their size, and they're acrobatic jumpers. What really gets people excited is the meat - tastes just like snapper or grouper. Here's the key: when you spot one, cast well past it and slowly work your bait back. They spook easily if you land right on top of them.
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