Full-Day Offshore Kingfish & Snapper Charter
When you're ready to get serious about Charleston fishing, this 8-hour offshore charter with Last Cast Charleston puts you right where the big fish live. We're talking proper offshore action - kingfish, snapper, grouper, and whatever else decides to bite in Charleston's productive waters. Captain Chase and his crew know these waters like the back of their hand, and they'll put you on fish whether you're slinging tackle for the first time or you've been chasing kings for decades. Six anglers max means everyone gets plenty of rod time, and we provide all the gear you need to make it happen.
What to Expect on the Water
Your day starts early at Charleston Harbor, where you'll meet the crew and get briefed on the game plan. This isn't a leisurely harbor cruise - we're heading out to the productive offshore grounds where the real action happens. The boat comes fully rigged with quality rods, reels, and tackle specifically chosen for the species we're targeting. You'll be fishing both offshore and nearshore structure depending on what's biting best that day. The crew handles all the rigging, baiting, and fish handling, so you can focus on what you came for - fighting fish. Bring your own drinks and snacks since meals aren't included, and don't forget cash for the mate's tip - 20% is standard when they're putting you on fish all day.
Tackle and Tactics
We're running a mix of trolling and bottom fishing depending on conditions and what's showing up on the fish finder. For kings, we'll pull live bait and lures through productive water, adjusting speed and depth until we find the bite. When we're targeting snapper and grouper, it's all about dropping baits to the right structure - ledges, wrecks, and bottom contours that hold fish. The boat carries everything from light spinning gear for smaller species up to heavy conventional tackle for those bruiser grouper that don't want to come up easy. Circle hooks and proper technique keep the fish healthy, and the crew will coach you through the fight whether you're battling your first king or your hundredth.
Customer Stories
"Outstanding trip I will be back, Captain Chase and his mate were on it and on the fish we had multiple hookups all day we caught a sailfish and lots of black fin tuna we all went home with meat for days. I went yesterday 1/26/2025 and my arms and shoulders are killing me today which is what you want from an outstanding trip off shore. Thank you foe a memorable Experian's yesterday Chase!" - Matthew
"Seemed like a bait and switch of captains. Chase was the original captain and person communicating with me all along the way and then I show up and it's a group of young kids taking us out. Very misleading. Also took 5 hours to catch the first fish." - Brent
Species You'll Want to Hook
African Pompano are one of those fish that'll test your drag system and your patience. These silver bullets can push 40-50 pounds and they fight like nothing else in Charleston waters. They're structure-oriented fish, hanging around wrecks and ledges where they ambush baitfish. Spring through fall gives you the best shot at hooking one, and when you do, get ready for multiple screaming runs that'll have your arms burning. What makes them special is that combination of size and speed - they're not just heavy, they're fast and they know how to use the current against you.
Gag Grouper are the bread and butter of Charleston's offshore scene, and for good reason. These chunky bottom dwellers average 15-25 pounds but the big ones can push 40-plus. They live around hard bottom, ledges, and wrecks, typically in 60-120 feet of water. Summer and early fall are prime time when they're feeding heavy before moving offshore to spawn. What makes gags so popular is they're excellent table fare and they fight hard on the way up - lots of headshakes and attempts to get back to their hole. Plus, they're pretty reliable if you put bait in front of them.
King Mackerel are what most folks think of when they picture Charleston offshore fishing. These toothy speedsters average 15-30 pounds but can reach 50-plus when conditions are right. They're pelagic fish, meaning they roam open water following baitfish schools. Spring through fall offers the best action, with summer being absolutely prime when the water's warm and bait is thick. Kings are popular because they hit hard, run fast, and make great eating when handled properly. They're also willing biters when you find them, often resulting in multiple hookups that'll have the whole boat scrambling.
Grey Triggerfish might not be the prettiest fish in Charleston waters, but they're scrappy fighters that'll surprise you with their attitude. These compressed, weird-looking fish typically run 2-8 pounds but they punch way above their weight class. They love structure - wrecks, reefs, and rocky bottom in 40-100 feet of water. Late spring through early fall is your best bet for consistent action. Anglers love them because they're abundant when you find them, they fight surprisingly hard for their size, and they make excellent table fare with firm, white meat that's perfect for the grill.
Silk Snapper are the deepwater cousins of the more common red snapper, typically found in 180-400 feet of water around Charleston. These pink and silver beauties average 3-8 pounds but can reach double digits. They school up around hard bottom and structure, often mixed with other snapper species. Summer offers the most consistent action when they're feeding actively. What makes silks special is their excellent eating quality - firm, flaky white meat with a mild flavor. They're also willing biters once you locate a school, often providing steady action when offshore conditions cooperate.
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