Private Trip Single Angler
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Private kayak fishing trip for single angler with personal gearTarget redfish and trout using lures and live bait optionsProfessional guide provides inshore fishing expertise and local knowledge
Looking for a personalized inshore fishing experience where you call the shots? This private single angler trip puts you one-on-one with an experienced guide who knows these waters like the back of their hand. You'll bring your own kayak and gear, while your guide handles the rest - from reading the conditions to putting you on fish. Whether you're chasing redfish in the shallows or hunting speckled trout along grass lines, this trip is all about maximizing your time on productive water. No crowds, no waiting for other anglers, just you and some of the best inshore fishing around.
This isn't your typical group charter where you're competing for the guide's attention. You get the full treatment here - personalized instruction, prime fishing spots, and techniques tailored to your skill level. Your guide will scout conditions before you even launch, checking wind direction, tide movement, and recent fish activity to put together a game plan that works. Since you're paddling your own kayak, you'll have the freedom to work structure thoroughly and get into skinny water where bigger boats can't reach. The guide stays flexible with bait selection too - sometimes the fish want artificials, other days they're keyed in on live or frozen bait. Having that versatility makes all the difference when conditions change throughout the day.
Kayak fishing opens up opportunities that boat anglers miss completely. You'll learn to work shallow flats where redfish cruise in eighteen inches of water, plus target grass beds and oyster bars where trout stack up during moving tides. Your guide will show you how to position your kayak for different presentations - whether you're sight casting to tailing reds or working a drift over structure. Lure selection varies based on conditions, but expect to throw everything from soft plastics and topwater plugs to spoons and jigs. When live or frozen bait gets the nod, you'll learn proper rigging techniques and how to present baits naturally in current. The beauty of kayak fishing is stealth - you can ease into position without spooking fish that would bolt from a noisy outboard.
Redfish are the bread and butter of inshore kayak fishing, and for good reason. These copper-colored bruisers average 20-28 inches and fight like freight trains in shallow water. They're most active during moving tides, especially around oyster bars and grass flats where they hunt for crabs and shrimp. Fall and spring offer the most consistent action, though summer morning trips can be phenomenal before the sun gets too high. What makes reds special is their willingness to eat both artificials and bait - you might catch one on a gold spoon, then turn around and nail another on a live shrimp under a popping cork.
Speckled trout bring a different kind of excitement to the table. These spotted beauties are ambush predators that love structure - think grass lines, drop-offs, and channel edges where baitfish get pushed by current. They average 14-18 inches with bigger females showing up during cooler months. Trout can be picky eaters, which makes them fun to figure out. Some days they want a slow-sinking soft plastic, other times they'll crush a topwater at first light. The key is matching your presentation to their mood, something your guide has dialed in after years of reading these fish.
Summer flounder add another dimension to your targeting options. These flatfish are masters of camouflage, lying buried in sand near structure waiting for an easy meal to swim by. They typically run 16-22 inches and put up a surprising fight for their pancake-like appearance. Flounder fishing requires patience and the right technique - you're often bouncing baits along the bottom or working soft plastics with a lift-and-drop retrieve. When you connect with a keeper-sized fluke, you'll understand why so many anglers specifically target them. Their white meat is table fare at its finest.
This private single angler experience delivers exactly what serious kayak fishermen want - personalized attention, productive water, and the flexibility to fish your style. Your guide brings years of local knowledge while you bring the passion and gear. It's a winning combination that consistently puts fish in the kayak. Whether you're looking to improve your technique, explore new water, or simply enjoy a day of quality fishing without distractions, this trip delivers. Don't wait for the perfect conditions - your guide knows how to make any day productive. Book now and get ready for some of the best inshore kayak fishing you've experienced.
Your solo fishing adventure starts with a Hobie Outback Kayak designed for serious anglers. This stable, comfortable kayak handles up to 275lbs and gives you the perfect platform for targeting redfish and trout in shallow waters. The hands-free pedal drive system keeps you positioned right where the fish are biting while leaving both hands free to work your rod. Whether you're casting lures or working live bait, this kayak gets you into those productive spots that bigger boats can't reach. The comfortable seat means you can stay on the water all day, and the built-in storage keeps your tackle organized and ready. Perfect for working the grass flats, oyster bars, and backcountry waters where the big reds like to hang out.
Sciaenops OcellatusReds are sight-fishing gold - we're talking about fish that cruise super shallow flats where you can literally see their backs out of water. They average 20-35 inches and fight like freight trains, making long, powerful runs that'll test your drag. You'll find them in 1-4 feet around oyster bars, grass flats, and marshes. They're year-round fish here, but fall and spring are peak times when they school up. What makes them special is watching that copper-colored back with the signature black spot cruise by - pure adrenaline. The meat's excellent too, mild and sweet. They'll eat almost anything: topwater plugs, soft plastics, live shrimp. Pro tip: when you spot a red, cast well ahead of where it's going, not where it is. Lead them by 10 feet and work your bait into their path.
Salmo TruttaSpeckled trout are some of the most reliable fish we target, running 14-24 inches on average with plenty of fight in shallow water. Look for them over grass flats and around oyster bars in 2-6 feet, especially during moving tides. They love structure but also cruise open flats hunting shrimp and baitfish. Spring through fall offers the best action, with early morning and evening being peak times. What guests love is their willingness to hit both live bait and artificials - plus they're great eating with that mild, flaky white meat. They're scrappy fighters that'll make multiple runs. Here's a tip that works every time: when the bite slows down, switch to a popping cork with live shrimp about 18 inches below. The noise draws them in from a distance.
Paralichthys DentatusThese flatfish are the masters of disguise - they'll change color to match the bottom perfectly. Most run 15-20 inches, but we've pulled some real doormat-sized ones pushing 6+ pounds. You'll find them on sandy bottoms in 10-40 feet of water, especially around structure like wrecks or drop-offs. Fall is prime time when they're feeding heavily before moving offshore. What makes them so fun is that explosive strike when they ambush your bait - they hit hard for a flatfish. The meat is fantastic too, white and flaky. My go-to tip: use a bucktail jig tipped with squid or gulp, and work it slow along the bottom. When you feel that tap, give it a second before setting the hook - they bite sideways and need time to turn the bait.
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