Full Day Private Inshore Charter with Ochlockonee
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Private 8hour fishing trip targeting multiple inshore speciesAll gear, bait, and licenses included with experienced captainFlexible itinerary accommodates weather conditions and guest preferences
Eight hours on the water with your own crew and a captain who knows these waters like the back of his hand – that's what you're getting with this top-rated charter from Ochlockonee Outfitters. Captain Chase runs a tight ship but keeps things relaxed, whether you want to work the shallow flats for reds or push out to nearshore structure for bigger fish. This isn't your typical cattle boat experience where you're elbow-to-elbow with strangers. It's just you, your buddies, and some of the best fishing on the Gulf Coast.
Your day kicks off at 8 AM sharp, and from there it's all about what you want to do. Feel like sight-casting to tailing redfish in knee-deep water? Captain Chase will pole you into the skinny stuff where his 22-foot Micro Draft boat really shines. Want to try your luck at some nearshore action for snapper and cobia? No problem – this boat handles both environments like a champ. The beauty of having eight hours is you don't have to choose just one style of fishing. Most groups end up doing a mix, starting inshore in the morning when the water's calm and the trout are biting, then heading out to deeper water as the day heats up. Captain Chase reads the conditions and adjusts the game plan accordingly, so you're always fishing where the action is hottest. All your gear, bait, and licenses are handled, so you just need to show up with your cooler full of drinks and whatever snacks will keep you fueled for the long haul.
The Micro Draft boat is purpose-built for this kind of versatile fishing. In the shallows, you'll be sight-fishing with light tackle – think spinning reels loaded with 15-20 pound braid and fluorocarbon leaders. Captain Chase will have you throwing everything from topwater plugs at first light to soft plastics when the fish get finicky. The boat's shallow draft lets you get into places where bigger boats can't go, putting you on fish that haven't seen much pressure. When you head nearshore, the tackle gets beefier. You'll be bottom fishing with circle hooks for snapper and grouper, or live-lining bait for cobia and mahi when they're around. The captain keeps a full spread of rods rigged and ready, so there's no downtime switching between techniques. He's got everything from ultra-light setups for trout to heavy spinning gear for those bruiser cobia that show up around floating debris.
Sea trout are the bread and butter of the inshore bite here, and for good reason. These spotted beauties are active year-round, though spring and fall are when they really turn on. You'll find them over grass flats and around structure in 3-8 feet of water. What makes trout so fun is they'll hit just about anything – live shrimp under a popping cork, soft plastics bounced along the bottom, or topwater lures when they're feeding aggressively. A good trout runs 15-20 inches, but the gator trout over 25 inches are out there if you know where to look. Redfish are the other crown jewel of the inshore scene. These copper-colored bulldogs are pure fight from the moment they feel the hook. Fall is prime time for reds, when they school up in massive numbers for their spawn. You might spot them tailing in inches of water or crashing bait in the surf. Either way, when a 30-inch red takes off on that first run, you'll know why people get addicted to this fishery.
The nearshore game is all about timing and conditions, but when it's on, it's world-class. Mahi mahi show up during the warmer months, usually around floating grass lines or debris. These fish are pure electricity – they hit hard, jump like crazy, and taste even better. Cobia are the wildcards of the nearshore bite. These brown sharks (as some folks call them) cruise around looking like trouble, and they'll absolutely demolish a live bait or big soft plastic. Red snapper fishing is legendary here when the season's open. These bottom dwellers are smart and scrappy, and pulling a nice snapper up from 60-80 feet of water never gets old.
For $750, you're getting a full day of world-class fishing with everything included except your food and drinks. That breaks down to less than $200 per person if you bring a full crew of four, which is a steal for eight hours of private charter fishing. The three-day cancellation policy gives you flexibility if the weather doesn't cooperate, because nobody wants to be out there when it's blowing 25 knots. Captain Chase has been putting people on fish in these waters for years, and his repeat customer rate speaks volumes about the quality of the experience. Whether you're trying to get your kids hooked on fishing, planning a bachelor party, or just want to spend a day doing what you love with your best fishing buddies, this charter delivers. The boat stays busy, especially during peak season, so don't wait until the last minute to lock in your dates.
Hit the water in style with this brand-new 2025 22' Micro Draft flats boat, perfectly rigged for your 8-hour fishing adventure. Powered by a reliable 115HP Mercury engine, this shallow-water specialist cruises at 30 knots to get you on the fish quickly. The micro draft design lets Captain Chase navigate skinny flats for redfish and speckled trout, then easily transition to nearshore waters chasing snapper, cobia, and mahi. Your crew of up to 4 anglers will appreciate the onboard icebox keeping drinks cold, multimedia system for tunes between bites, and wireless trolling motor for stealthy approaches. The GPS and fish finder take the guesswork out of locating productive spots. Whether you're sight-casting shallow flats or dropping lines in deeper water, this versatile skiff handles both with ease. All tackle, bait, and licenses included – just bring your cooler supplies and sunscreen for a full day targeting everything from flounder to grouper.
Rachycentron CanadumCobia are the bruisers of the nearshore scene, averaging around 30-50 pounds with some pushing 80+ pounds. These dark brown fish cruise around structure like reefs, buoys, and wrecks, usually in 30-70 feet of water. Spring migration brings the best action, especially April through June. What makes them a favorite is their powerful fight - they'll make long, hard runs and test your tackle. The meat is fantastic too, firm and white like a premium steak fish. Cobia are usually loners, so sight fishing works well when you spot one cruising the surface. My best advice: use a bucktail jig and be ready with heavy tackle. Once hooked, they'll head straight for the nearest structure to break you off, so keep steady pressure and fight them away from cover.
Coryphaena HippurusMahi are one of the most beautiful fish you'll ever see, with their brilliant gold sides and electric blue-green backs. They average 15-29 pounds but can hit 40+ pounds, and they're built for speed. Look for them around floating debris, weed lines, or any structure in blue water. Spring through early fall is prime time when water temps warm up. What makes them special is their acrobatic fight - they'll jump, tail-walk, and put on a real show. The meat is firm and sweet, perfect for the dinner table. These fish are aggressive feeders, so they'll hit both live bait and artificials. Here's the key: once you hook one, keep other lines in the water. Mahi travel in schools, and where there's one, there's usually more.
Lutjanus CampechanusRed snapper are the gold standard of bottom fishing, typically running 16-24 inches with some real slobs pushing 10+ pounds. These bright red beauties live around hard bottom, reefs, and structure in 40-200 feet of water. Summer season brings the best opportunities when regulations allow. What anglers love is their scrappy fight and that premium white, flaky meat that's hard to beat on the dinner table. They're bottom dwellers with sharp teeth and a serious attitude when hooked. The trick is getting your bait down quickly before other fish steal it - use enough weight to hit bottom fast. Fresh cut bait or live pinfish work best, and don't be surprised when they try to cut your line on the structure. Keep steady pressure and reel them up quick.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish are the backbone of our inshore fishing, typically running 20-35 inches with that distinctive copper-bronze color and black spots near the tail. They cruise super shallow water - sometimes with their backs showing - around oyster bars, grass flats, and mangrove shorelines. Spring through fall gives you the best shot, especially on moving tides. What guests love is their bulldogging fight and how they make that first screaming run. Plus, slot-sized reds make excellent table fare with firm, mild white meat. These fish aren't picky eaters but get spooky in shallow water. My go-to trick: use a gold spoon and keep your boat noise to a minimum. If you see one, there's usually more nearby since they often travel in small groups.
Salmo TruttaSpeckled trout are one of our most reliable inshore targets, running 14-24 inches and typically weighing 1-5 pounds. They love shallow grass flats and hang around oyster bars, especially during cooler months when they school up in deeper channels. Best action happens at dawn and dusk when they're actively feeding on shrimp and small baitfish. What makes them special is their delicate, flaky white meat - some of the best eating you'll find inshore. They're also great fighters for their size, making long runs when hooked. Pro tip: use a popping cork with live shrimp about 18 inches below it. The noise draws them in, and that natural bait seals the deal. Just remember to handle them gently since their mouths are soft.
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