Charleston Fly Fishing
Our fly fishing trips in the Charleston Lowcountry offer a diverse experience targeting redfish, flounder, trout, sheepshead, and potentially tarpon.
We’ll primarily fish during flood tides, especially around the new and full moons, exploring oyster flats, grass edges, and creek mouths. Meeting times vary based on the tide, ensuring we arrive when the fishing is most productive. We fish from Bull’s Bay to Edisto, chosen based on tides, weather, and your preferred location. We’ll prioritize safety and enjoyment, adapting our plans to ensure a memorable day on the water.
Rates
| Guests | 3 Hours | 4 Hours | 5 Hours | 6 Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-2 | $450 | $550 | $650 | $750 |
| 3 | $525 | $625 | $725 | $825 |
Target Species
In the Charleston Lowcountry, we’ll target redfish, flounder, trout, sheepshead, and potentially tarpon during the warmer months.
We’ll primarily fish during flood tides, especially around the new and full moons when water floods the flats. We’ll explore oyster flats, grass edges, and creek mouths, poling around to find fish. We use crab, shrimp, and streamer patterns depending on the target species and season.
During the last couple of days of the flood tide, when it’s getting dark, we might only have an hour and a half to fish a flat. To get our full trip in, we may mix in some dock fishing and creek fishing while we wait on the tide to fill in.
Redfish
The undisputed kings of the Lowcountry, Charleston Redfish are world-famous for "tailing" in the shallow spartina grass during our high flood tides.
speckled trout
These aggressive strikers are a year-round favorite in Charleston, typically found lurking in the moving current near our abundant submerged oyster mounds.
Flounder
The masters of camouflage in our salt marshes, Charleston flounder wait in perfect ambush along the sandy creek mouths and edges of the pluff mud.
Sheepshead
Often called the "convict fish" for their stripes and clever bait-stealing habits, these tasty fighters are found patrolling Charleston’s dock pilings and rock jetties.
Black Drum
These sturdy bottom-feeders are often found in the same deep holes as Redfish, using their strength to put up a heavy fight around Charleston’s bridge abutments and river bends.
Ladyfish
Dubbed the "poor man's tarpon," these high-flying acrobats offer fast-paced action and impressive leaps throughout the creeks and inlets of the SC coast.
Where We Go
We’ll fish throughout the region, from Bull’s Bay in the north to Edisto in the south. Exact locations will vary based on tides, seasons, and weather conditions. Bull’s Bay offers shorter travel times, while Edisto, known for its beauty and less pressure, has longer runs.
We’ll prioritize your location (e.g., Mount Pleasant) when possible and choose spots with the best access and protection from wind. We’ll scout locations beforehand and have a flexible plan to adapt to changing conditions, ensuring a safe and enjoyable fishing experience.
What's Included
Our experienced captains deliver expert guidance and outstanding service from start to finish, ensuring a memorable day on the water. Whether you’re a seasoned fly angler or new to the sport, we provide everything you need for a successful and enjoyable day of Charleston Fly Fishing. The skiff is clean and ready to go, and the cooler is loaded with ice—ready for your lunch, snacks, and beverages. We have all of the tackle you’ll need, rigged and ready for the target species and types of fishing we’re doing for the day.
What To Bring
Come dressed for the weather. We recommend wearing sun-protective clothing and comfortable footwear. Sunscreen is a must. Be sure to bring your lunch, snacks, and beverages for the day. We welcome a bag cooler or soft coolers for snacks, but we’ve got all the space you need. We’ll help you load your food and beverages into the coolers.
FAQs
Our Skiff
Fly Fishing & Inshore
18' Xplor Delta
We added the 18' Xplor Delta to our fleet in 2025 to get skinny on the flats. Guided by Capt. Campbell, this is the boat for backcountry anglers looking to catch tailing reds on the fly or with spin tackle. The boat comfortably accommodates up to 3 anglers, with room for 2 on flats fishing trips. Made in Columbia, South Carolina, it's the perfect poling skiff for the Lowcountry.
Flounder Gigging
$550 - $650
Flounder gigging in the Lowcountry marshlands and creeks around Charleston is an exciting and unique fishing experience hosted at night when they're in the shallows.
Frog Snatching
$500
This is one of the most authentic and wild Lowcountry experiences we offer—running up the rivers outside of Charleston and snatching frogs by hand. It's great for families and anglers alike.
Inshore Fishing
$500 - $1,150
From the vast marshlands and tidal flats to the harbor and the jetties, experience the best inshore fishing in Charleston with a homegrown team of professional guides.
Offshore Fishing
$3,000 - $3,500
Charleston's offshore fishing charters offer exciting adventures for all skill levels, with 6-hour nearshore trips and 8-hour deep-sea excursions targeting a wide variety of species.