Private 12-Hour Extreme Inshore Fishing
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
12hour private charter targets 10+ inshore species dailyMaximum 4 guests with included fishing license and gearFullday adventure from 8 AM to 8 PM
When you're serious about putting fish in the boat, Reed And Reel Fishing Company's 12-hour charter is exactly what you need. This isn't your typical half-day trip where you're just getting warmed up when it's time to head back. We're talking about a full commitment to the water – from 8 AM to 8 PM – giving you the kind of time that lets you really work the spots and dial in on what's biting. Chincoteague's inshore waters are legendary among Virginia anglers, and with 12 hours to explore them, you'll understand why. The boat holds up to 4 anglers, so whether you're bringing the crew or want plenty of elbow room, this setup works perfect. Your captain knows these waters like the back of his hand, and with a full day ahead, he's got time to adjust tactics, move spots, and really put you on fish.
This charter is built for the angler who doesn't want to compromise. You're looking at 12 solid hours of fishing prime inshore spots around Chincoteague, hitting everything from shallow grass flats to deeper channel edges. The beauty of having this much time is your captain can read the conditions and adapt – if the morning bite is slow, no sweat, we've got all day to find where they're holding. You might start the day working topwater over grass beds for redfish, switch to bottom fishing structure for black drum and sheepshead when the sun gets high, then finish strong targeting stripers on moving water as the tide changes. The boat's equipped for whatever technique is working – spinning gear for sight casting, heavy tackle for bottom fishing, and everything in between. Your fishing license is covered, but bring your own rods if you've got favorites, plus plenty of snacks and drinks because you're going to work up an appetite. The captain provides local knowledge that's worth its weight in fish – he knows which spots fire on which tides, what baits are producing, and how to adjust when conditions change.
Inshore fishing around Chincoteague means versatility is key, and your captain's got the experience to match techniques to conditions and target species. Depending on what's biting and where, you might find yourself spinning light tackle over grass beds, working jigs around structure, or bottom fishing with heavy sinkers in moving water. When redfish are cruising shallow, nothing beats the excitement of sight casting with soft plastics or topwater plugs – watching that bronze back cruise up on your bait gets the heart pumping every time. For striped bass, trolling and jigging around current breaks and drop-offs is deadly effective, especially when they're schooled up and feeding. Bottom fishing comes into play for species like black drum, sheepshead, and black seabass – you're dropping baits right to the structure where these fish live and feed. Popping corks work magic for spotted seatrout, letting you cover water while keeping baits in the strike zone. The captain reads water conditions, tide movements, and seasonal patterns to decide which approach gives you the best shot at success. With 12 hours on the water, there's time to try multiple techniques and really dial in what's working best that day.
Southern flounder are one of those species that keep anglers coming back to Chincoteague's inshore waters. These flatfish are masters of disguise, lying buried in sand waiting to ambush baitfish, but once you hook one, they put up a surprising fight for a bottom-dweller. Fall months are prime time when they're staging for their offshore migration, often reaching 3-5 pounds with some real doormat-sized fish mixed in. They hit live minnows, soft plastics, and bucktails worked slowly along the bottom, and there's nothing quite like watching a big flounder materialize from what looked like empty sand bottom.
Striped bass, or rockfish as locals call them, are the backbone of inshore fishing here. These silver-sided fighters range from schoolie size up to real cows pushing 30-plus pounds, and they're aggressive feeders that hit everything from topwater plugs to live eels. Spring and fall migrations bring the best action, but resident fish provide steady opportunities through summer. When you hook into a big striper, you'll know it – they make blistering runs and fight hard right to the boat. The variety in size means light tackle is fun for schoolies, but you want some backbone in your rod when the big girls show up.
Redfish have become the poster child of inshore fishing, and Chincoteague's grass flats and marsh edges are perfect habitat. These copper-colored bruisers average 20-30 inches and fight like they're twice that size, making long runs and using their broad sides to stay deep. Summer through early fall is prime time, when they're cruising shallow water in small schools or singles. Sight fishing for reds is addictive – once you spot that bronze back and black spot cruising the shallows, everything else fades away until that fish either eats your bait or spooks.
Sheepshead are the convict-striped bait stealers that drive some anglers crazy and others keep coming back for more. These fish have human-like teeth for crushing barnacles and crabs, making them incredibly effective at stealing bait without getting hooked. But when you do connect, they're strong fighters that use structure to their advantage. Pier pilings, rock piles, and any hard bottom with growth holds sheepshead, especially in warmer months. Fresh shrimp, fiddler crabs, and barnacles are top baits, but you need sharp hooks and quick reflexes.
Cobia are the brown sharks that aren't sharks – these curious fish often cruise near the surface and will actually approach the boat to investigate. When cobia are around, usually late spring through summer, they're one of the most exciting species to target because they're big, strong, an
Set out for a serious day of fishing aboard this well-equipped 21' Carolina Skiff, powered by a reliable 115HP Mercury that'll get you to the hot spots fast at up to 40 knots. Built in 2014 and designed with up to 4 anglers in mind, this boat has everything you need for 12 hours on Chincoteague's productive inshore waters. The onboard fish finder helps locate schools while GPS navigation keeps you on target. An icebox keeps your drinks cold and your catch fresh throughout the long day. Whether you're spinning for Redfish, jigging for Cobia, or working the bottom for Black Drum and Flounder, this skiff handles it all. The spacious layout gives everyone room to fish comfortably while chasing Spotted Seatrout, Striped Bass, Sheepshead, and whatever else is biting in these rich coastal waters.
Rachycentron CanadumCobia are the brown sharks that aren't sharks - these solitary bruisers average 30-50 pounds and fight like freight trains. You'll spot them cruising near the surface around buoys, wrecks, and structure in 20-60 feet of water. Late spring through summer is prime time when they're moving and feeding. What makes them special is the visual game - seeing that dark torpedo shape and getting a perfect cast in front of it. Plus, cobia are some of the best eating fish in the ocean with firm, white meat that's restaurant quality. The secret is having your bucktail jig ready before you spot them, because once you see a cobia, you usually only get one shot before it disappears into the depths.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish are the sight-fishing stars of our shallow waters, easily spotted by their copper-bronze backs and that signature black spot near the tail. Most fish run 18-27 inches, but bull reds over 35 inches will test your tackle and skills. They cruise super shallow flats, oyster bars, and marsh edges in 1-4 feet of water. Spring through fall offers the best action, especially on moving tides. What guests love is watching these fish cruise the shallows and that explosive strike when they hit topwater lures. They're also great eating in the slot-size range. The trick here is approaching quietly and casting ahead of cruising fish - they spook easily in skinny water, so keep your distance and let the fish come to your bait.
Archosargus ProbatocephalusSheepshead are the "convict fish" with their distinctive black stripes, and they're notorious bait thieves around any structure. These guys typically weigh 2-6 pounds but can reach 15+ pounds if you're lucky. You'll find them tight to docks, bridge pilings, and jetties where they pick barnacles and crabs off the structure. They bite best during cooler months when they're more active. What makes them fun is the challenge - they have human-like teeth and will steal your bait if you're not paying attention. The meat is fantastic, sweet and flaky when you get past those tough scales. Pro tip: use small hooks with fiddler crabs or shrimp, keep your bait right against the structure, and set the hook hard the moment you feel weight - they're experts at cleaning hooks.
Paralichthys LethostigmaSouthern Flounder are master ambush predators that bury themselves in sand and mud waiting for prey to swim by. These flatfish typically run 15-18 inches around here, with the occasional doormat hitting 25+ inches. They're found in shallow bays, around creek mouths, and along sandy bottoms where they blend in perfectly. Fall and spring are prime times when they're moving and feeding actively. What makes them special is that unique flat profile and how they fight differently than any other fish - plus they're fantastic eating with sweet, flaky meat. Here's a local trick: when you feel that subtle tap-tap-tap, don't set the hook right away. Let them take it and start moving before you strike, since they like to mouth the bait first.
Morone SaxatilisStripers are the workhorses of our inshore waters, typically running 20-30 pounds with some reaching 40+ pounds during peak seasons. You'll find them around structure like bridge pilings, drop-offs, and current breaks where baitfish get pushed around. Spring and fall migrations bring the best action, especially when water temps hit that 55-68 degree sweet spot. These fish are prized for their hard runs and stubborn fights - they'll test your drag for sure. Plus, they make excellent table fare with firm white meat. The key around here is watching for diving birds and surface activity - when you see that commotion, get your lures to the edges of the feeding frenzy rather than right in the middle where the competition is fierce.
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