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Everything to Know About Booking a Bay St. Louis nearshore fishing charter

Why should I book a nearshore fishing charter in Bay St. Louis with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 31 nearshore trips in Bay St. Louis, and the most popular trips in the area are Sheepshead Smash 3Hour guided by David, Bay St Louis Inshore! guided by David, and Bay St. Louis Inshore Slam guided by Justin.

Our guides in Bay St. Louis are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 5945 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.

Looking for kid friendly nearshore guides / fishing lessons in Bay St. Louis? Check out our beginner and family friendly nearshore guides in Bay St. Louis.

What types of nearshore fishing charters are common in Bay St. Louis?

The most commonly sought after species for nearshore fishing are: 1. sheepshead, 2. blacktip shark, 3. cobia, 4. jack crevalle, and 5. redfish.

The most common fishing techniques in Bay St. Louis are bottom fishing, light tackle fishing, and live bait fishing but drift fishing and heavy tackle fishing are popular as well.

How much do Bay St. Louis nearshore fishing charters cost?

Prices for nearshore fishing in Bay St. Louis can range anywhere from about $550 to $2,790, but the average price for a half day trip for nearshore fishing in Bay St. Louis is $1,068. The average price for a full day trip for nearshore fishing in Bay St. Louis is $1,724.

Is booking a fishing guide worth the money?

Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a fishing guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.

Working with experienced fishing guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is on the water every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of success.

Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.

Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.

What month is best for nearshore fishing in Bay St. Louis?

The most popular season for nearshore fishing in Bay St. Louis is summer, and most anglers book their trips 27 days in advance.

Do I need a Bay St. Louis fishing license and what are the bag limits in Bay St. Louis?

See here for more information on fishing licenses in Bay St. Louis, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in Bay St. Louis. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in Bay St. Louis.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Was a great trip

    William B. | December 3, 2025

    Trip: Biloxi Back Bay Barrier Islands

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Sonny was a great guide and we picked up plenty target fish and a great mix bag to keep the trip fun. I highly recommend! Ben Rivera

    Ruben R. | November 4, 2025

    Trip: Gulfport Inshore Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    We had the best time fishing with Robert! Neither of us had much experience before fishing..certainly not other than freshwater lakes so all new to us and Robert made it so fun, teaching us all about different techniques specific to the different fish..we caught so many varieties and just had a ball! Highly recommend!!! Can't wait to do it again!

    Sara D. | October 22, 2025

    Trip: Biloxi Inshore Light Tackle Trip

  • ★★★★★
    I give captain Mark a 5 star! He is knowledgeable, friendly, and a real pleasure to do business with. Although we didn't have the pleasure of many different species of fish biting it was still worth the monies spent to be out on the water with him and his deck hand Tyler. I would recommend him 100%.

    Shari H. | September 28, 2025

    Trip: 4-6-8 Hour Action Packed Charters!

  • ★★★★★
    We had an awesome trip with Captain Leo. He put us on fish early and often. We had novice to advanced fishermen in the boat and he catered to us all. Definitely would book again.

    Timothy S. | September 20, 2025

    Trip: Biloxi Back Bay Barrier Islands

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