Full Day Inshore & Nearshore Fishing
Nothing beats a full day chasing fish in South Carolina's productive coastal waters. With On the Fly Outfitters, you're looking at 8+ hours of serious angling time targeting some of the most sought-after species along our coast. This isn't your typical half-day rush job – we're talking about a proper fishing adventure that gives you time to hit multiple spots, try different techniques, and really dial in on what's biting. The captain knows these waters like the back of his hand and will put you on fish whether they're holding tight to structure inshore or cruising the deeper nearshore zones.
What to Expect on the Water
Your day starts early – that's when fish are most active and the bite is hottest. The boat handles just two anglers, so you're getting personalized attention and plenty of room to fish without bumping elbows. We'll work both inshore flats and channels where redfish and black drum love to feed, then push out to nearshore structure for cobia, kings, and spanish mackerel. The beauty of a full day trip is flexibility – if one spot isn't producing, we've got time to relocate and find the action. All your tackle, bait, and gear comes with the trip, plus the captain takes care of cleaning and filleting your catch so you head home with ready-to-cook fillets. Perfect setup whether you're a seasoned angler or just getting your feet wet in saltwater fishing.
Techniques & Tackle
We fish smart here, switching up methods based on what we're targeting and where we find them. Inshore, you might be sight casting to tailing redfish in skinny water or dropping live bait around oyster bars for black drum. When we head nearshore, it's often trolling for kings and spanish mackerel or live baiting around structure for cobia. The captain runs quality spinning and conventional gear matched to whatever we're after – lighter tackle for the fun fight with spanish mackerel, beefier setups when cobia show up. You'll get hands-on experience with different techniques throughout the day, from reading water and spotting fish to proper hook sets and fighting fish. It's real fishing education that makes every angler better, no matter your starting skill level.
Top Catches This Season
Spanish mackerel are absolutely on fire right now, especially during their spring and fall migrations. These silvery speedsters hit trolled spoons and small jigs with serious attitude, and they're perfect table fare when filleted properly. They typically run 1-3 pounds but fight way above their weight class – pure fun on lighter tackle. Black drum are year-round residents that love oyster bars and deeper channels, often weighing 5-15 pounds with some real giants mixed in. They're bottom feeders that require patience, but when they pick up your bait, it's game on. King mackerel show up when water temps warm, usually spring through fall, and these torpedo-shaped predators can stretch the tape to 20+ pounds. They're trolling fish that make screaming runs and test your drag system. Redfish are the crown jewel of inshore fishing here – copper-colored bruisers that cruise flats and structure year-round. Slot-sized fish run 18-27 inches and fight like they're twice that size. Cobia are the wild card – these curious, shark-looking fish can show up anywhere from April through October, often weighing 20-40 pounds and providing the fight of a lifetime when hooked on appropriate tackle.
Time to Book Your Spot
This full day adventure gives you the complete South Carolina fishing experience – multiple species, varied techniques, and enough time to really get into the rhythm of saltwater angling. With only two spots available, you're getting premium guide service and prime fishing time without crowds. The captain provides everything except your fishing license, handles all the dirty work, and sends you home with fresh fillets and fishing stories that'll last for years. Deposits are non-refundable, so lock in your dates when you find openings that work. These full day trips book solid during peak seasons because word gets around fast about quality fishing experiences. South Carolina's waters are producing year-round, but the best action happens when you've got a knowledgeable captain and enough time to do it right.