Full Day Gautier Inshore Fishing Charter
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Eighthour inshore charter targeting redfish, trout, and flounderExpert local guides provide quality gear and seasonal techniquesFullday access to productive Mississippi Gulf Coast waters
When you're looking for a serious day on the water, this 8-hour Gautier fishing charter delivers everything you want in an inshore experience. We're talking about getting you out to the most productive backwaters and coastal bays along the Mississippi Gulf Coast, where the fishing stays hot and the scenery keeps you coming back. Our local guides know these waters like the back of their hand, and they'll put you on redfish, speckled trout, and flounder using techniques that work season after season. Whether you've been fishing these waters for years or you're new to inshore angling, this full-day trip gives you the time and expertise to really dial in on what makes Gulf Coast fishing so special.
This isn't your typical half-day rush job – with 8 full hours on the water, you'll get to experience the real rhythm of inshore fishing along Mississippi's coast. We launch from Gautier and head straight into the prime fishing zones, covering everything from shallow grass flats to deeper bay structure where the big fish like to hang out. Your guide will read the conditions and adjust the game plan accordingly, whether that means working the early morning bite in protected coves or moving to wind-blown points when the action heats up later in the day. The boat can handle up to 6 anglers comfortably, so it's perfect for family groups or a crew of fishing buddies looking to make some memories. You'll cover a lot of water throughout the day, giving you a real taste of what makes this stretch of coastline so productive for inshore species.
Your guide comes equipped with quality rods, reels, and tackle specifically chosen for Mississippi's inshore fishery. We'll be throwing everything from soft plastics and spoons to live bait, depending on what the fish are telling us they want. When we're targeting redfish in shallow water, expect to see plenty of sight fishing with gold spoons and soft plastics worked slowly along grass edges and oyster bars. For speckled trout, we'll often work deeper pockets with live shrimp under popping corks or cast paddle tail plastics to structure and current breaks. Flounder fishing means getting down and dirty with bucktail jigs or live bait fished right on the bottom near drop-offs and channel edges. Your guide will teach you the local techniques that consistently produce fish, from how to work a soft plastic in murky water to reading the subtle signs that indicate feeding fish. All gear is provided, but feel free to bring your own rods if you've got favorites you like to fish with.
Redfish are the bread and butter of Mississippi inshore fishing, and these copper-colored bruisers put up the kind of fight that keeps anglers coming back. You'll find them in the shallows around oyster reefs, grass flats, and marsh edges, typically ranging from 18 to 30 inches with some real bulls mixed in during certain times of the year. Spring and fall are prime time for numbers, but summer fishing can produce some of the biggest fish when you know where to look. What makes redfish so exciting is their aggressive nature – they'll absolutely crush a well-presented lure, and once hooked, they'll use every ounce of that broad tail to try and wrap you around the nearest structure.
Speckled trout are the finicky cousins that keep things interesting on every trip. These spotted beauties love structure and current, whether it's around bridge pilings, shell beds, or deeper holes in the bay system. They typically run 14 to 20 inches, with occasional fish pushing the 24-inch mark that'll have you talking about the trip for years. Speckled trout are most active during cooler months, but they can be caught year-round if you know their patterns. They're notorious for their soft mouth, so keeping steady pressure without horsing them is key – your guide will coach you through the fight to make sure you land every fish that bites.
Southern flounder might not be the flashiest fish in the bay, but they're absolutely delicious and surprisingly fun to catch once you get the hang of it. These flat, brown ambush predators hang out on sandy bottoms near channel drops, creek mouths, and anywhere baitfish have to funnel through during tide changes. Most flounder you'll catch run 14 to 18 inches, but the occasional doormat pushing 20-plus inches makes every drift exciting. Fall is prime time for flounder as they fatten up before their offshore spawn, but you can find them throughout the warmer months. The key is getting your bait right on the bottom and being patient – flounder bites are often subtle, but once you feel that telltale thump and weight, you'll know you've got one.
A full day on Gautier's inshore waters with an experienced local guide is exactly what you need to really understand what makes Mississippi Gulf Coast fishing so special. Eight hours gives you time to work different areas, try various techniques, and dial in on the patterns that produce fish day after day. Whether you're looking to fill the cooler, learn new techniques, or just enjoy a full day away from the dock, this charter delivers the kind of quality fishing experience that keeps anglers planning their next trip before the first one's even over. The combination of productive waters, expert guidance, and plenty of time on the water makes this one of the top-rated inshore trips you'll find along this stretch of coast. Give us a call to check availability and secure your dates – the best fishing days fill up fast, especially during prime season.
Your fishing adventure starts aboard our reliable 29-foot offshore catamaran, perfectly suited for navigating Gautier's productive inshore waters. With twin 200 HP Yamaha engines pushing you at speeds up to 40 knots, you'll reach the best redfish and speckled trout spots quickly and comfortably. The stable catamaran design handles Mississippi's coastal bays with ease, giving you a solid platform for casting to structure and working the grass flats where flounder hide. Up to 6 anglers have plenty of room to spread out and fish effectively, whether you're sight-casting to tailing reds in shallow water or drifting over deeper holes for trout. The boat's layout keeps gear organized and accessible, so you can focus on the fishing instead of fumbling around. Built for these waters and maintained for consistent performance, this vessel gets you to the fish and back safely while you concentrate on what matters most – putting quality Mississippi Gulf Coast fish in the cooler.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish are the bread and butter of our inshore fishing here along the Mississippi Coast. These bronze-backed fighters typically range from 18-28 inches in our waters, with those telltale black spots near the tail. You'll find them cruising super shallow flats - sometimes with their backs out of the water - around oyster bars, grass beds, and marsh edges in 1-4 feet of water. They're year-round residents, but spring through fall offers the best action when they're actively feeding. What guests love most is watching them blow up on topwater lures and then putting up that bulldogging fight all the way to the boat. Plus, slot-sized reds make fantastic eating with firm, mild meat. Pro tip: when you spot them tailing in skinny water, cast well ahead of where they're headed and work your bait back slowly - they spook easy but once hooked, they'll give you a battle.
Salmo TruttaSpeckled trout around here typically run 14-24 inches and about 1-5 pounds, though we've seen some real surprises push closer to that 8-pound mark. These silver-sided beauties with their distinctive black spots love our grass flats and shallow bays, especially during cooler months when they school up tight. Spring and fall are prime time - they're active in 2-6 feet of water around structure and drop-offs. What makes them special is that perfect combination of a good fight and excellent table fare - mild, flaky white meat that's hard to beat. They're also great for beginners since they're willing biters. My go-to tip: work your lure slow and steady near the bottom around dawn or dusk. They tend to be finicky, so if topwater isn't working, drop down to a soft plastic on a light jighead and let it flutter near grass edges.
Paralichthys LethostigmaSouthern flounder are one of our most unique targets - these flat, sandy-colored ambush predators typically run 15-18 inches, with the occasional doormat pushing 5+ pounds. They bury themselves in muddy and sandy bottoms throughout our bays and estuaries, waiting to pounce on anything that swims by. Fall is prime time when they're fattening up before their offshore winter migration. What makes them special is both the challenge of finding them and their reputation as top-tier table fare - sweet, firm white meat that's perfect for any preparation. They're not flashy fighters, but there's something satisfying about fooling a fish that's perfectly camouflaged. Key technique: drift fishing with live bull minnows or shrimp on a light jighead, bouncing bottom slowly. When you feel that subtle tap-tap, wait a second before setting the hook - they like to grab and reposition their prey.
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