Pro Anglers Inshore Fishing Trip in Biloxi
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Professional 4-hour inshore charter targeting redfish and speckled troutExpert guidance with all gear and tackle providedPrivate trips accommodate up to 4 experienced anglers
When you're ready to put your skills to the test in some of the Gulf Coast's most productive inshore waters, L'il Time Off Fishing Charters has the trip for you. This isn't your typical tourist charter – it's designed specifically for experienced anglers who know their way around a rod and reel. We're talking 4 hours of serious fishing in Biloxi's back bays and nearshore waters, targeting redfish, speckled trout, and other prized species that make these waters famous. With a 6 AM departure, you'll be on the water when the fish are most active, giving you the best shot at filling your cooler with quality catches.
This private charter keeps things intimate with just 4 anglers maximum, so you'll have plenty of room to work and won't be fighting for prime fishing spots on the boat. Captain and crew know these waters like the back of their hand, and they'll put you on structure and grass flats where the fish are holding. You're not just along for the ride here – this is hands-on fishing where your experience matters. The crew provides all the tackle and gear you'll need, plus a first mate who's there to help with netting fish, rebaiting hooks, and making sure you stay on the bite. Since this is a pro-level trip, expect to move around to different spots based on conditions, tides, and where the fish are showing up that day.
We're fishing the classic inshore game plan here – working shallow flats, drop-offs, and structure with live bait and artificials. The crew comes prepared with everything from popping corks and soft plastics to live shrimp and cut bait, depending on what the fish are wanting. You'll be casting to visible fish in skinny water one minute, then working deeper channels and oyster bars the next. The boat is set up for serious inshore work with a shallow draft to get into those back country spots where the big fish like to hide. If you've got favorite lures or techniques you like to use, bring them along – the crew is always up for trying what's working for experienced anglers. Most of the fishing happens in 2-8 feet of water, so you'll see a lot of the action unfold right in front of you.
Redfish are the backbone of Biloxi's inshore scene, and these copper-colored bruisers are exactly why so many anglers keep coming back. These fish average 18-27 inches in our waters, with plenty of slot-sized fish mixed in with some real bulls that'll test your drag. Spring through fall offers the most consistent action, but winter can produce some monster fish when you find them stacked up in deeper holes. What makes reds so special is how they fight – they'll make long, powerful runs and use their broad sides to pull against you. Plus, they're excellent table fare when kept within legal limits.
Speckled trout might be the most popular target for local anglers, and once you hook into a few, you'll understand why. These fish are incredibly light biters, so they separate the experienced anglers from the weekend warriors. Most specks run 14-20 inches, with the occasional gator trout pushing 24+ inches and providing bragging rights for months. They're most active during cooler months from October through March, though you can find them year-round if you know where to look. Specks are structure-oriented fish that love grass flats, drop-offs, and shell beds, and they're absolute dynamite on light tackle.
Southern flounder are the wild cards of the trip – you never know when one might grab your bait and surprise you with that distinctive head-shaking fight. These flatfish are masters of camouflage and ambush predators that love to hang around structure waiting for an easy meal. Fall months from September through November are prime time for flounder, when they're moving toward deeper water and feeding heavily. Most keeper flounder run 15-18 inches, but the big "doormat" flounder over 20 inches are always possible and make for some of the best eating you'll find in these waters.
If you're serious about your inshore fishing and want to experience some of the Gulf Coast's best action, this charter delivers exactly what experienced anglers are looking for. The early morning departure means you'll avoid the crowds and fish during prime feeding times, while the private boat setup ensures you're fishing at your own pace without dealing with other groups. With all gear included and a knowledgeable crew putting you on fish, you can focus on what you do best – fishing. A $700 deposit secures your spot, and with the variety of species available and the quality of fishing in these waters, you're looking at a day that'll remind you why you fell in love with inshore fishing in the first place.
Your fishing adventure starts aboard a spacious 35' Fincat motorboat, built to handle Biloxi's inshore waters with room for up to 6 anglers to fish comfortably. This well-equipped vessel comes with everything you need to target redfish and speckled trout – all rods, reels, and tackle are provided, plus there's an onboard toilet and ice box to keep your catch fresh. The boat features GPS navigation, radar for those foggy Gulf mornings, VHF radio for safety, and a fish finder to locate productive spots along the coast. With a first mate handling bait and assisting with landing fish, you can focus entirely on working the shallow flats and grass beds where these species feed. The stable platform gives everyone plenty of casting room whether you're sight-fishing for reds in skinny water or drifting over trout structure.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish are the bread and butter of our shallow water fishing around Biloxi. These copper-colored bruisers with the signature black spots typically run 20-35 inches and love cruising the grass flats in 1-4 feet of water. Spring and fall are prime time when they're feeding heavy before and after spawning. What guests love most is watching them blow up on topwater lures in skinny water - that explosive strike gets your heart pumping every time. They're also excellent eating with that mild, sweet flavor. The fight is solid too, with strong runs that'll test your drag. Around here, I always tell folks to look for nervous water or tailing fish, and don't be afraid to throw that lure right into water so shallow their backs are showing. They'll eat just about anything when they're hungry.
Archosargus ProbatocephalusSheepshead are some of the smartest fish you'll target around Biloxi's docks and bridge pilings. These gray-striped "convict fish" typically run 1-8 pounds and love munching on barnacles and crabs around any structure. Their human-like teeth make them notorious bait thieves, so you've got to be ready for that subtle nibble and set the hook hard when you feel them. Best fishing is spring through fall when they're feeding heavy. What makes them special is the challenge - they're picky eaters and strong fighters once hooked. Plus, that white, flaky meat is some of the best table fare in the Gulf if you can get past those tough scales. Pro tip: get your bait right up against the pilings where they hide, and use fiddler crabs or fresh shrimp on a tight line.
Paralichthys LethostigmaSouthern Flounder are masters of disguise, lying buried in the sand and mud bottoms waiting to ambush prey. These flat, left-eyed predators typically range 15-18 inches but can stretch to 30+ inches if you're lucky. Fall migration is prime time as they head to deeper water, staging around passes and channels. What makes them fun to target is the challenge of finding them and that surprising fight once hooked - they're stronger than you'd expect. The meat is fantastic too, sweet and flaky white fillets that fry up perfect. They love live bull minnows, mullet, and shrimp fished on the bottom with light tackle. My best advice: drift the edges of channels and dropoffs with a 1/4 oz jig head, and when you feel that tap, give them a second to turn the bait before setting the hook.
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