Heavy Tackle Fishing Charters In North Charleston

Looking for an adrenaline-pumping offshore fishing adventure? Then look no further than Charleston, SC – home to some of the best fishing in the world! A 10-hour, full day, offshore fishing trip is the perfect way to experience everything this amazing coastline has to offer. Whether you're a seasoned angler or a novice, a trip aboard with Captain Johnston will be an unforgettable experience. He specializes in offshore fishing, and will make sure to put you on the fish. On this trip, you'll hone in on Sailfish, one of the top pelagic sportfish species in the Atlantic. These fish are world-famous for their fighting ability, beautiful colors, and taste! Sailfish travel thousands of miles hunting squid, baitfish, ballyhoo, and more, and when they hit your line, you'll feel it! To attract these fish, Captain Johnston will be trolling a variety of baits and lures, but as soon as that rod bends, it's all you! Bring your A-game, because these hard-fishing gamefish will test your skill, strength, and stamina. Generally speaking, Sailfish are a catch-and-release species, so bring a camera to record your trophy! There's also opportunities for White Marlin, which share their habitat with Sailfish and love going after similar prey. You'll be aboard Captain Johnston's 35' Everglades center console with a capacity for 6 anglers. Powered by three 300 HP Mercury engines, she'll shred through the offshore waters with ease to take you where the fish are biting! This vessel comes equipped with a GPS, Fishfinder, Live Bait Well, Fighting Chair, Outriggers, and on-board Bathroom. Captain Johnston will provide all rods, reels, tackle, live bait, lures and fishing licenses. All you need to bring is a pair of sunglasses, sunscreen, and any food or drinks you might want out on the water. You should also bring a camera to record your trophy fish. Head out to the deep waters and bag a personal record! Read More

Looking for an adrenaline-pumping offshore fishing adventure? Then look no further than Charleston, SC – home to some of the best fishing in the world! A 10-hour, full day, offshore fishing trip is the perfect way to experience everything this amazing coastline has to offer. Whether you're a seasoned angler or a novice, a trip aboard with Captain Johnston will be an unforgettable experience. He specializes in offshore fishing, and will make sure to put you on the fish. On this trip, you'll hone in on Mahi Mahi, one of the most exciting offshore sportfish in the Atlantic. These fish (also known as Dorado and Dolphin) are world-famous for their fighting ability, beautiful colors, and taste! These fish travel thousands of miles hunting squid, baitfish, ballyhoo, and more, and when they hit your line, you'll feel it! To attract these fish, Captain Johnston will be trolling a variety of baits and lures, but as soon as that rod bends, it's all you! Bring your A-game, because these hard-fishing gamefish will test your skill, strength, and stamina. Mahi are also delicious, either seared on the grill with some lime juice, or in fish tacos! Your captain is happy to clean and prep your keepers for you back at the dock, so bring a cooler! You'll be aboard Captain Johnston's 35' Everglades center console with a capacity for 6 anglers. Powered by three 300 HP Mercury engines, she'll shred through the offshore waters with ease to take you where the fish are biting! This vessel comes equipped with a GPS, Fishfinder, Live Bait Well, Fighting Chair, Outriggers, on-board Bathroom and Ice Box to store your catches. Captain Johnston will provide all rods, reels, tackle, live bait, lures and fishing licenses. All you need to bring is a pair of sunglasses, sunscreen, and any food or drinks you might want out on the water. You should also bring a camera to record your trophy fish. Head out to the deep waters and bag a personal record! Read More

Looking for an adrenaline-pumping offshore fishing adventure? Then look no further than Charleston, SC – home to some of the best fishing in the world! A 10-hour, full day, offshore fishing trip is the perfect way to experience everything this amazing coastline has to offer. Whether you're a seasoned angler or a novice, a trip aboard with Captain Johnston will be an unforgettable experience. He specializes in offshore fishing, and will make sure to put you on the fish. On this trip, you'll hone in on Yellowfin Tuna and Wahoo—two of the fastest and most aggressive pelagic sportfish species, and both world-famous for their fighting ability, beautiful colors, and taste! These fish travel thousands of miles hunting squid, baitfish, ballyhoo, and more, and when they hit your line, you'll feel it! To attract these fish, Captain Johnston will be trolling a variety of baits and lures, but as soon as that rod bends, it's all you! Bring your A-game, because these hard-fishing gamefish will test your skill, strength, and stamina. Each of these species are also delicious, either prepared raw as sashimi, seared on the grill with some lime juice, or in fish tacos! Your captain is happy to clean and prep your keepers for you back at the dock, so bring a cooler! You'll be aboard Captain Johnston's 35' Everglades center console with a capacity for 6 anglers. Powered by three 300 HP Mercury engines, she'll shred through the offshore waters with ease to take you where the fish are biting! This vessel comes equipped with a GPS, Fishfinder, Live Bait Well, Fighting Chair, Outriggers, on-board Bathroom and Ice Box to store your catches. Captain Johnston will provide all rods, reels, tackle, live bait, lures and fishing licenses. All you need to bring is a pair of sunglasses, sunscreen, and any food or drinks you might want out on the water. You should also bring a camera to record your trophy fish. Head out to the deep waters and bag a personal record! Read More

Head out with Captain Kaleb for an epic day of inshore fishing as you explore the Wando River and the surrounding saltwater rivers. Aboard Captain Kaleb's 22' Ranger you can expect to use a variety of live baits and a combination of different fishing techniques like using bottom rigs, popping corks, and a few other tricks Captain Kaleb can't disclose on the interwebs (He doesn't want to give away all his secrets!) Whether you choose a 4 hour, 6 hour, or full-day 8 hour trip, you can expect to target Redfish, Flounder, Blackdrum, and Trout as you explore the beautiful tidal marshes and backwater rivers. Longer trips give you exponentially better odds at catching both more and bigger fish. Captain Kaleb will provide all you need for a great day of fishing the tidal creeks and bay area of the Charleston waterways including all the tackle, bait, coolers, ice, water, fishing licenses, and safety equipment. Everything you could possibly need for a safe, enjoyable, and successful adventure. He will also clean and bag you catch for you at the end of the day. All he recommends you bring is your weather-appropriate clothing, sunscreen, non-marking shoes, snacks, personal beverages (Alcohol is allowed but no glass please). Read More

If you're an avid angler looking for an unforgettable sportfishing experience, a deep sea fishing charter with Captain Tim out of Mount Pleasant, SC is the perfect opportunity! With Captain Tim's expertise and knowledge of the area's waters, you'll have a chance to catch some of the biggest and most sought-after game fish in the region. Captain Tim is a native of Mt. Pleasant, SC and has been an offshore and inshore fishing guide for over 15 years. Fishing with a local has many advantages. Captain Tim's deep sea fishing charter is designed for people who are serious about fishing and want to catch big trophies. The trip is also designed for more angler interaction. This means where you the angler will be more involved with setting lines out, helping catch live bait, and over all being more involved with the overall fishing process besides just reeling them in. You'll be targeting species such as King Mackerel, Cobia, Amberjack, Grouper, Snapper and more. These fish are known for their size, strength, and fighting abilities, making for an exciting and challenging fishing experience. This trip will incorporate slow trolling live bait along with some bottom fishing. On this charter, you'll head out to the deep waters of the Atlantic Ocean, where you'll have a chance to go 15 to 25 miles offshore Captain Tim's 32' Contender is equipped with top-of-the-line fishing gear and electronics, including sonar and GPS, to help you locate and catch the big fish. You'll be working a range of baits and lures, as well as live bait, to entice the fish to bite. During the trip, Captain Tim will provide you with tips and guidance on how to catch the target species, including the best techniques and strategies for hooking and reeling in the fish. You'll also have plenty of opportunities to ask questions and learn more about the local fishing scene and the different types of fish that inhabit the area's waters. Overall, a deep sea fishing charter with Captain Tim is an epic sportfishing experience that you won't soon forget. Whether you're an experienced angler or a first-timer, this trip is sure to provide you with plenty of excitement, adventure, and memories that will last a lifetime! Read More

Come fish Charleston's beautiful coastal waters and prepare for an action-packed day of fishing in the South Carolina flats! With so many endless waterways, Charleston makes for great inshore fishing all year long. Mrs. Kendra, your contact listed here, runs all the scheduling for the outfit and handles most of the communication in the days leading up to the trip. On this half-day trip, our captains will take you up the river inlets and creeks, to the grass lines and docks, or out to the harbor where you'll be targeting Flounder, Redfish, and Speckled Trout. You'll be sight casting right to where the fish are on light tackle. Whether you're an expert or a beginner, our captains will show you some expert tips to help get one on the line! We have three 25' SeaPro 248s. These vessel allows up to six anglers to move around the deck with ease, and provides ample seating and a stable and flat casting deck. She boasts a top speed of 50 knots to get you skipping from spot to spot in no time, and comes equipped with everything you will need for the perfect day on the water! This vessel has fantastic shallow water capability, and with a 14” draft that allows it to access areas that most cannot. We provide all rods, reels, tackle, bait, fishing licenses and an ice box to store your catches. He'll even clean any keepers for you to take home. All you need to bring is any food or drinks you might want. Tight lines! Read More

Don't worry about an extra fuel charge on this trip! Everything is included as you head out to the deep, blue waters of the Atlantic Gulfstream. This major ocean current takes warm, rich water up from the Gulf all the way to Europe, and is a major food source for all kinds of pelagic sportfish! On the morning of your trip, you'll load up aboard Captain Bob's luxurious 30' Grady White center console. You'll get comfortable in a bean bag and strap in for a 1.5 hour, 60+ mile boat ride out to the fruitful Gulfstream waters. On the way, Captain Bob will troll several Penn International Conventional reels with various lures. Typical catches are Mahi Mahi, Yellowfin Tuna, Wahoo, Sailfish, Kingfish, and Marlin. Captain Bob also brings deep-dropping rods and reels for the opportunity of catching some large bottom-dwelling fish, such as Warsaw Grouper and other deepwater monsters. The fish are biting—book your trip now and get after it! *Fuel is not included* Guest will be charge for fuel used at the end of the charter. Contact the captain for current marina pricing. Read More

Head out with Captain Johnston for an action-packed day of fishing big game in the Gulf Stream! The offshore waters of South Carolina are great for chasing after some prized deep water fish. This trip is perfect for die-hard anglers who want to go the extra mile for a chance at some serious fish! On this 10-hour trip, Captain Johnston will power offshore, trolling for classic gamefish species such as King Mackerel, Mahi Mahi, Sailfish, Wahoo, Marlin, and Yellowfin Tuna. You'll be targeting these picture-worthy fish primarily by trolling. Whether you want to fish with a rod in your hands or relax while the boat does most of the work, Captain Johnston will have you covered. He has years of experience in these waters and he's sure to get your rod set up with what the fish are biting! You'll be aboard Captain Johnston's 35' Everglades center console with a capacity for 6 anglers. Powered by three 300 HP Mercury engines, she'll shred through the offshore waters with ease to take you where the fish are biting! This vessel comes equipped with a GPS, Fishfinder, Live Bait Well, Fighting Chair, Outriggers, on-board Bathroom and Ice Box to store your catches. Captain Johnston will even clean any tasty keepers for you to take home! Captain Johnston will provide all rods, reels, tackle, live bait, lures and fishing licenses. All you need to bring is sunglasses, sunscreen, and any food or drinks you might want out on the water. Head out to the deep waters with Captain Johnston! Read More

On this trip, you'll head go offshore to different wrecks, reefs and ledges for bottom fishing and trolling. Depending on targeted species and the time of year this can be as close as two miles from shore and as deep as thirty-five miles from shore. Captain Bob uses and provides Penn spinning and conventional reels to pull up a variety of species. Typical catches include Black Seabass, Triggerfish, Snappers, Grouper, Amberjack, Barracuda, Sharks, Cobia, Kingfish, and Sheepshead. On the morning of your trip, you'll load up aboard Captain Bob's luxurious 30' Grady White center console. You'll get comfortable in a bean bag and settle in for the ride out to the fishing grounds. Then, the real adventure will begin! Whether you're trolling or bottomfishing, you'll be able to fight fish and collect trophies all day. The fish are biting—get out there and have some fun! *Fuel not included* Guest pays for fuel used at the end of the charter. Contact the captain for current marina fuel prices. Read More

Come explore the depths of the Atlantic with Captain Chris out of Charleston, South Carolina. His decked out 26’ Center Console has an assortment of amenities, and the twin 150 Yamahas power you through the offshore chop. The trip has several options in terms of time and distance: you can go 12-20 miles offshore on a 6 hour trip, 25-15 miles on an 8 hour trip, or anywhere between 25-75 miles on a 10 hour, all day adventure. On this 6-10 hour, full day trip you can practice several fishing techniques. Trolling offshore allows you to sit back and enjoy the cool sea breeze and smooth ride while waiting for your reel to scream, when you know you’ve got something good! Captain Chris has extensive knowledge of these waters, and his quick decision making, backed by experience, makes him a great captain who will do his best to help you try and find fish. On this trip, you will be looking for Amberjack, Black Seabass, Cobia, Gag Grouper, Red Snapper, and Triggerfish, but who knows what else you might pull out of the depths? This trip accepts up to six guests, and Captain Chris is very accommodating to all levels of experience, which makes for a great family adventure. He will help you as much as you need, and is very communicative. This trip has the potential to be very productive since the waters off Charleston are so bountiful and Captain Chris has been fishing them for years, so prepare yourself to spend a wonderful day out on the ocean. Read More

Launch aboard one of the nicest boats in Charleston Harbor in Captain Bentley's fully decked out 43ft Albermarle Express. With your experienced Captain at the helm, this boat drives like a 50' Sportfish. It's fast, clean, and comfortable and comes loaded with only the highest quality fishing gear, equipment, and amenities. Scroll through the pictures above to see for yourself. These extended day offshore adventures, depart from Tolers Cove Marina at 5am and run out around 50 - 60 miles. This can take anywhere from 2 to 2.5 hours depending on sea conditions, but it is well worth the haul. You'll be riding comfortably aboard one of the nicest boats in Charleston Harbor and get 7+ hours of Bottom fishing and trolling for big specimens in 250 to 2000 feet of water. These trips produce pelagics like Marlin, Sailfish, Wahoo, Dolphin, and Tuna. return to dock at 5pm. For these extended day offshore adventures, you will meet up with Captain Bentley before well before sunrise to get ready for a 5am depature. After you get settled in, and Captain Bentley cranks up his twin 700 HP Caterpillar engines you will motor out around 60 miles offshore to do some trolling, bottom fishing, and fish catching! You are welcome to get as involved as you would like with your adventure as well, whether you'd rather lounge and enjoy the comfortable cabin until the reel starts screaming or if you want your hand on the rod the whole time, Captain Bentley can make it happen! Captain Bentley's 43’ Albemarle Express Sport Fisherman. She has twin Caterpillar C-12 diesel engines that allow for a 28 knot cruises. Plenty of room in the cockpit, and the “helm deck” is air-conditioned. Comfortable seating throughout. A salon is below with a full head and seating area. Plenty of drink boxes and the galley has a microwave, sink, 2 refrigerators, and 2 freezers. There are two large fish boxes, a tower with second driving station, and the boat has all modern electronics; Garmin GPS, Garmin Sonar/Sounder, with Chirp Transducer, Radar, Auto Pilot, and 3 Marine VHF radios. Great stereo system with SiriusXM radio that is bluetooth connectable to your own music play list. The boat exceeds All USCG safety equipment requirements, including an EPIRB. She is fast, roomy and comfortable, and provides a very nice ride to the fishing grounds, as well as a stable and comfortable fishing platform. Beyond superior service and luxurious amenities, Captain Bentley also only provides the highest quality rods, reels, tackle, bait, and fishing licenses you could possibly need for a successful day out on the water. Thus, all you need to bring is your favorite lunch, snack, drink, sun protection, maybe a towel, and your camera! Otherwise, Captain Bentley will take care of the rest to make the most of your Charleston offshore adventure! Read More

Don’t want to go way out in the ocean but want to still fill up the cooler and have fun 25 miles off the coast? Embark on Captain Matt's nearshore trip to fill the feezer and have a blast doing it! Destinations include artificial reefs and natural live bottom areas up to 9 miles offshore. Typical catches include black sea bass, vermillion snapper, red snapper, triggerfish, amberjack, cobia, sharks, and other species. For these trips, you'll be fishing out of Captain Matt's 30' Contender Center Console, that has a cruising speed of 33 Knots and can handle up to 4 passengers on these trips. Captain Matt will get you all set up with top-of-the-line fishing gear with spinning and conventional gear available. Your license is provided along with all bait and tackle but feel free to bring along your own if you prefer. The boat comes loaded with bottled water and plenty of ice and cooler space for your use. You need only bring food and any other beverages you wish. Alcoholic beverages are permitted but overindulgence is obviously not tolerated for safety reasons. Read More