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Caught a trophy redfish inshore in Charleston
Redfish Fishing Charter in Charleston
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Redfish are one of the most popular inshore game fish along the Southeast coast. These copper-colored drums are known for their aggressive strikes and powerful runs in shallow water. - Can live over 40 years and grow to impressive sizes. - Juveniles inhabit shallow creeks while adults move to deeper waters. - Distinguished by their bronze coloration and distinctive black spots.
Fishing Charter by Captain Mike Whitesides in December
Meet your Captain Mike Whitesides
- South Carolina Fishing: Nearshore & Inshore
Summary
Captain Mike Whitesides of Salty Angler Fishing Charters offers premier redfish fishing charters in Charleston's productive inshore waters. These copper-colored fighters are abundant year-round in the shallow flats and creek mouths around Mount Pleasant, providing exciting action for anglers of all skill levels. Our guided fishing trips include all tackle, bait, and local expertise to help you land that trophy redfish. Whether you're sight-fishing the grass beds or working structure near the jetties, Charleston's redfish population delivers consistent action. Book your charter fishing adventure and experience why these waters are considered some of the Southeast's best redfish destinations.
Fishing Charter with Captain Mike Whitesides – Rates & Booking
Captain Mike Whitesides of Salty Angler Fishing Charters brings years of local experience to Charleston's premier redfish waters. Our half-day and full-day charters include all fishing gear, tackle, and bait needed for a successful trip. We target redfish in the shallow creeks, oyster bars, and grass flats around Mount Pleasant where these bronze beauties feed aggressively. Licensed and insured, Captain Mike provides expert guidance on techniques, tides, and the best spots to find feeding fish. Book online or call to reserve your Charleston fishing charter today.
Highlights of Charleston Redfish Fishing
Charleston's inshore waters offer some of the most consistent redfish action on the East Coast. These hard-fighting copper drums average 18-27 inches with larger bull reds exceeding 30 inches available year-round. The shallow water sight-fishing opportunities around Mount Pleasant provide thrilling visual encounters as you watch redfish cruise the flats and oyster beds.
Our charters focus on productive techniques including live bait fishing with shrimp and mud minnows, as well as artificial lures like spoons and soft plastics. The diverse habitat of creeks, marshes, and nearshore structure creates ideal conditions for both slot-size keeper redfish and oversized trophy bulls perfect for catch and release.
Local Species Insights: Redfish
Redfish thrive in Charleston's brackish creeks and shallow flats where they feed on crabs, shrimp, and baitfish. These copper-colored drums are most active during moving tides when they push into the shallows to hunt. Spring and fall offer peak fishing with cooler water temperatures bringing aggressive feeding behavior. The 28-inch redfish landed in Mount Pleasant represents the quality of fish available in these productive waters, with their distinctive black spots and bronze coloration making them one of the most recognizable inshore species.
Plan Your Fishing Charter Day
Our Charleston fishing charters accommodate up to six anglers and include all necessary equipment from rods and reels to tackle and bait. We provide coolers with ice for your catch and bottled water for the trip. Departure times are scheduled around optimal tides, typically early morning or late afternoon when redfish are most active. The boat is equipped with safety gear, GPS, and fish finder to locate productive areas efficiently. Bring sunscreen, hat, and camera to capture your redfish memories on the water.
