Charleston's Elite 6-Hour Offshore Fishing Trip

Charleston Nearshore Wreck Fishing Adventure

Ready to hit Charleston's legendary wreck sites? Captain Mike's 6-hour nearshore fishing charter puts you right on top of the hottest structure fishing spots off the South Carolina coast. These artificial reefs and sunken vessels are fish magnets, holding everything from hefty grouper to bruising amberjack. You'll head out with all the gear you need—rods, reels, tackle, bait, and licenses—while targeting some of the most sought-after bottom fish in the Southeast. This customer-favorite trip covers up to two anglers (expandable to six), and with Charleston's year-round fishing season, you're looking at consistent action no matter when you book.

What to Expect on the Water

Your wreck fishing adventure starts with a comfortable ride out to Charleston's premier nearshore structure. Captain Mike knows these spots like the back of his hand—GPS coordinates locked on productive wrecks that have been producing fish for years. The beauty of wreck fishing is the variety. One drop might bring up a colorful vermilion snapper, the next could be a monster black sea bass or even a surprise cobia cruising the structure. You'll be fishing in 40-80 feet of water, where these artificial reefs create perfect habitat for Charleston's top gamefish. The six-hour window gives you plenty of time to hit multiple spots and really dial in what's biting best that day.

Wreck Fishing Techniques

Wreck fishing is all about precision and patience. Captain Mike rigs you up with circle hooks and fresh cut bait, dropping your lines straight down to the structure below. The key is getting your bait right in the strike zone—too far from the wreck and you're fishing dead water, too close and you're snagged in the metal. You'll learn to feel the difference between a fish pickup and structure contact, plus how to fight fish away from the wreck to avoid break-offs. When the current's running, expect to use heavier sinkers to stay vertical. Captain Mike provides everything from 20-pound spinning setups for the smaller stuff to heavier conventional gear when the big grouper are chewing. This hands-on approach means you're learning real techniques you can use on future trips.

What Anglers Are Saying

"It was amazing! He is amazing and great with children! It takes special people to help and deal with 3 children and he did great and great helping them and putting them on fish as well! He did so good letting the children be involved in every aspect on the trip! 1000 out of 10 recommend him over any other for your trip! If you are doing a family trip he definitely deserves your business!" - BRANDON

"Had a blast with our family with captain Mike! Wide variety of fish, great boat, and very professional. Highly recommend going on out with Captain Mike." - Marcus

"Great fishing trip! Great guid! Put us on the fish. Action packed. Captain Mike was very friendly as well as a great guide. Highly recommend and I've been on quite a few trips elsewhere." - Jesse

Target Species Breakdown

Greater Amberjack are the heavyweight champions of Charleston's wreck sites. These powerful fish can stretch 40-60 pounds and fight like freight trains, making screaming runs away from the structure. Peak season runs from spring through early fall, when they stack up on the wrecks in impressive numbers. What makes amberjack so exciting is their speed and stamina—they'll test your drag system and your arms. These fish love the deeper wrecks and always provide that heart-pounding moment when something big slams your bait.

Blacktip Sharks add serious excitement to any wreck trip. These sleek predators patrol the structure looking for easy meals, and they'll absolutely crush a fresh piece of cut bait. Running 3-5 feet on average, blacktips are perfect sport fish—they jump, they run, and they put on a show. You'll find them around Charleston's wrecks year-round, but summer months bring the most consistent action. The thrill of hooking into a shark never gets old, and Captain Mike knows how to handle them safely for a quick photo and release.

Crevalle Jack might not win beauty contests, but they're pure fighters. These bull-shouldered bruisers average 10-20 pounds around Charleston's nearshore wrecks and fight way above their weight class. Jacks are incredibly aggressive, often hitting baits before they reach bottom. Summer and fall bring the best action, when schools move in to feed heavily. What makes crevalle jacks special is their never-quit attitude—they'll fight right to the boat and keep you honest every step of the way.

Cobia are the wild cards of wreck fishing. These brown torpedoes cruise the structure looking for crabs and small fish, and when conditions are right, they'll absolutely demolish your bait. Spring and fall migrations bring the best cobia fishing, with fish ranging from 20-50 pounds. What's exciting about cobia is their curiosity—they'll often follow hooked fish to the surface, giving you shots at multiple fish. These are premium eating fish with firm, white meat that rivals any restaurant fish.

Gag Grouper represent the holy grail of wreck fishing. These bottom-dwellers can reach impressive sizes and always provide that classic grouper fight—straight down toward the structure. Charleston's gags typically run 15-30 pounds, with bigger fish possible on the right day. Red snapper season brings the most consistent grouper action, when these fish are actively feeding on the wrecks. Gags are incredibly smart fish, often requiring light leaders and natural presentations to fool them. When you hook one, it's a battle of wills between you and the fish.

Black Sea Bass are the workhorses of Charleston wreck fishing. These chunky bottom fish are available year-round and always willing to bite. Don't let their