4 HR Inshore Fishing Trip
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Four-hour inshore trip targeting redfish, drum, and troutExpert guidance and top-quality gear provided for all skill levelsAccommodates up to four guests for personalized fishing experience
Get ready for a half-day adventure that packs all the excitement of inshore fishing into four action-filled hours. This top-rated trip with Tidal Inshore Fishing Charters is built for anglers who want maximum fish time without burning up their whole day. We'll get you to the hottest spots where the fish are biting, whether you're looking to land your first redfish or you're a seasoned angler chasing that personal best. With only 4 guests max, you get plenty of room to fish and personalized attention from your captain.
Your captain knows these inshore waters like the back of his hand and will put you on fish from the moment we leave the dock. We're talking grass flats, oyster bars, drop-offs, and structure where the big ones like to hang out. The beauty of inshore fishing is the variety – one minute you're sight-casting to tailing redfish in skinny water, the next you're bottom fishing for black drum around pilings. All your gear is provided, from rods and reels to tackle and bait, so you just need to bring yourself and get ready to fish. The boat's equipped with everything we need to find fish and keep them fresh, including a good fish box and all the safety gear required.
We'll match our approach to what the fish are doing and what the conditions call for. Some days that means live bait fishing with shrimp or finger mullet around structure for sheepshead and black drum. Other times we're throwing soft plastics and spoons at redfish cruising the flats. When the flounder are active, we'll drag jigs and gulp baits along the bottom near channels and drop-offs. Your captain will have multiple rod setups ready to go, from light tackle for speckled trout to medium-heavy gear for those bull reds. We use quality Penn and Shimano reels paired with appropriate rods, and our tackle box is stocked with proven producers like Z-Man plastics, DOA shrimp, and fresh cut bait when the situation calls for it.
Southern Flounder are the masters of camouflage, lying flat on sandy bottoms waiting to ambush prey. These flatfish can reach up to 20 inches and provide great table fare. Fall and early winter are prime time for doormat flounder, when they're feeding heavily before moving to deeper water. They put up a solid fight and their unique sideways swimming makes for interesting photos. Anglers love them because they're challenging to locate but very rewarding when you dial in the pattern.
Black Drum are the bruisers of the inshore scene, with adults capable of reaching 30+ pounds. These fish are bottom feeders that love crabs and shrimp around oyster bars and bridge pilings. Spring brings the big spawning drum into shallow water, while smaller "puppy drum" are available year-round. They're known for their powerful runs and ability to break you off in structure. What makes them special is their drumming sound – you can actually hear them underwater when there's a good school around.
Sheepshead are called the "convict fish" for their black and white stripes, and they're notorious bait thieves with human-like teeth. These fish are structure lovers, hanging around docks, pilings, and oyster beds. Peak season is late winter through early spring when they spawn. They require finesse and patience since they're experts at stealing bait, but once hooked, they fight hard for their size. Many anglers consider them the best eating fish in the bay, with firm white meat that's perfect for fish tacos.
Redfish are the crown jewel of inshore fishing, growing from schooling "rat reds" to massive 40+ inch bulls. These copper-colored fighters are available year-round but peak in fall when they school up for their spawning runs. Reds are ambush predators that cruise grass flats and oyster bars looking for crabs and baitfish. They're famous for their powerful runs and their ability to tail in shallow water. What makes them customer favorites is their combination of fight, beauty, and the fact that slot-sized fish make outstanding table fare.
This 4-hour inshore fishing adventure gives you the perfect taste of what our local waters have to offer. You'll experience multiple fishing techniques, target several different species, and come away with plenty of fish stories to share. Whether you keep your catch for dinner or release them to fight another day, you're guaranteed to have a blast on the water. With only 4 anglers per trip, spots fill up fast, especially during peak season. Don't wait – book your inshore fishing trip today and get ready to make some memories that'll last long after you leave the dock.
This sharp 24-foot Bulls Bay bay boat cuts through inshore waters with serious performance. Built in 2023, she's powered by a reliable 200HP Suzuki that'll push you to 35 knots when you need to cover ground fast to reach the hot bite. The shallow-running hull design gets you into those skinny water spots where the big reds and specks like to hang out. Four anglers fit comfortably with plenty of room to work your rods without getting tangled up. The wireless trolling motor keeps things quiet when you're sneaking up on spooky fish in the shallows, while the GPS keeps you on the productive spots and gets you back to the dock safely. The fish finder takes the guesswork out of finding structure and bait schools - essential gear when you're targeting drum and flounder around bottom structure or hunting trout over grass flats. Whether you're sight-casting to tailing redfish or working live bait around oyster bars, this boat handles the technical inshore fishing game perfectly.
Pogonias CromisBlack Drum are the heavyweights of the drum family, known for their deep, throaty croaking sounds you can actually hear underwater. These gray-black bruisers typically run 5-30 pounds, but don't be surprised if you hook into a 50+ pounder around oyster beds and muddy flats. They're bottom feeders with powerful jaws built for crushing crabs and shellfish. Spring spawning season is prime time when they school up in shallow waters, making them much easier to target. What guests love most is their bulldogging fight - they'll test your drag and arms. The smaller ones under 15 pounds make great eating with firm, flaky meat. Here's the secret: use fresh blue crab or cut mullet on a Carolina rig, and fish it dead on the bottom near structure. Their bite feels like a slow, heavy pull rather than a sharp strike.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish are the gold standard of inshore fishing - copper-colored bruisers with distinctive black spots near their tails that'll give you a fight you won't forget. Most slot fish run 18-28 inches, but the big bulls can push 40+ inches and really test your tackle. They love super shallow water from 1-4 feet around grass flats, oyster bars, and marsh edges where they cruise looking for crabs and shrimp. Fall and spring are peak seasons when they school up in large numbers. What makes them special is that explosive topwater strike and their never-give-up attitude once hooked. Plus, they're excellent table fare with mild, sweet meat. My go-to technique is working a gold spoon or topwater plug over shallow grass flats during moving tides. Watch for their backs and tails breaking the surface - that's when you know you're in for some real action.
Archosargus ProbatocephalusSheepshead are the convicts of the reef with their distinctive black and white stripes, but what really sets them apart are those human-like teeth they use to crush barnacles and crabs. Most run 1-8 pounds and 14-20 inches, making them perfect for light tackle action. You'll find them around any structure - docks, bridges, jetties, and artificial reefs where they feed on barnacles and small crabs. They're year-round residents but really fire up during cooler months. Guests love the challenge because they're notorious bait thieves with light, finicky bites, plus they're some of the best eating fish in these waters with sweet, flaky white meat. The key is getting your bait tight to structure with a small hook and fresh shrimp or fiddler crab. Feel that subtle tap-tap? Set the hook hard immediately or they'll steal your bait every time.
Paralichthys LethostigmaSouthern Flounder are masters of disguise - these flat, oval-shaped fish bury themselves in sand and mud bottoms waiting to ambush prey. You'll spot them by both eyes being on their left side and the scattered light and dark blotches across their backs. Most run 15-18 inches and around 5 pounds, though we've seen some push 20+ pounds. They love shallow coastal waters, bays, and estuaries with soft bottoms where they can hide easily. Fall and winter months are prime time when they move through our waters. Guests love the challenge since they're sneaky fighters and make excellent table fare with sweet, white meat. Pro tip: drift with live shrimp or mullet near the bottom and watch for subtle taps - they're notorious bait stealers, so set that hook quick when you feel weight.
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