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Recently Booked Spanish Mackerel Fishing Charters In Ship Island

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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Biloxi

Inshore / Nearshore Fishing!!!

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24 ft 1 - 12 People From $500
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Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty in Biloxi

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22 ft 1 - 4 People From $500
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28 ft 1 - 5 People From $700

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Everything to Know About Booking a Ship Island spanish mackerel fishing charter

Why should I book a spanish mackerel fishing charter in Ship Island with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 3 spanish mackerel trips in Ship Island, and the most popular trips in the area are Inshore / Nearshore Fishing!!! guided by Angie, Biloxi Inshore Trip guided by Chad, and Nearshore Biloxi guided by Bill.

Our guides in Ship Island 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 spanish mackerel guides / fishing lessons in Ship Island? Check out our beginner and family friendly spanish mackerel guides in Ship Island.

What types of spanish mackerel fishing charters are common in Ship Island?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for spanish mackerel in Ship Island as well as inshore fishing, nearshore fishing, and jetty fishing.

The most common fishing techniques in Ship Island are bottom fishing, cut bait fishing, and light tackle fishing but live bait fishing and sight casting are popular as well.

How much do Ship Island spanish mackerel fishing charters cost?

Prices for spanish mackerel in Ship Island can range anywhere from about $600 to $1,600, but the average price for a half day trip for spanish mackerel in Ship Island is $927. The average price for a full day trip for spanish mackerel in Ship Island is $1,260.

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 spanish mackerel fishing in Ship Island?

The most popular season for spanish mackerel fishing in Ship Island is spring, and most anglers book their trips 20 days in advance.

Do I need a Ship Island fishing license for spanish mackerel and what are the bag limits for spanish mackerel in Ship Island?

See here for more information on spanish mackerel fishing licenses in Ship Island, spanish mackerel bag limits, and fishing season regulations for spanish mackerel in Ship Island. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right spanish mackerel rules and regulations in Ship Island.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Angie was so happy, fun, knowledgeable, and safe. We had a blast! Would totally sign up for another adventure with Angie! - Justin and Amanda

    Justin S. | July 22, 2025

    Trip: Inshore / Nearshore Fishing!!!

  • ★★★★★
    Angie is wonderful, we had a blast!

    Heather J. | June 15, 2025

    Trip: Inshore / Nearshore Fishing!!!

  • ★★★★★
    Angie was great couldn’t had a better captain we had a slow day but that was the weather but she put us on some fish

    David M. | May 28, 2025

    Trip: Inshore / Nearshore Fishing!!!

  • ★★★★★
    Angie Was GREAT !!!! Awesome Trip !!!

    Michael R. | May 22, 2025

    Trip: Inshore / Nearshore Fishing!!!

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Angie obviously takes great pride in her work . It was a pleasure fishing with her . Her knowledge of the near shore fishing and the local area is amazing . We will certainly reach out to her again when we are in the Biloxi area .

    Brian V. | March 26, 2025

    Trip: Inshore / Nearshore Fishing!!!

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