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About Your Trip

Water Type

Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

About Your Trip

The nearshore reefs off Folly Beach fish differently throughout the season, and Captain Michael's three to six hour reef trip is built to take advantage of whatever the time of year is offering. From early spring through early summer, this stretch of South Carolina coast delivers a rotating lineup of species and techniques that keeps the fishing fresh and varied with each passing month.

Early spring brings some of the best topwater action of the year, with Spanish mackerel, bluefish, false albacore, and Atlantic bonito all feeding aggressively on the surface and willing to crush a well-presented lure. Casting to these fish on light tackle is fast-paced and exciting, with multiple species often feeding in the same area at the same time. Spring is also the prime window for jigging the reefs, where large redfish, weakfish, and black drum hold on structure and respond well to vertical presentations worked through the water column.

As late spring rolls into early summer, spadefish and cobia move into the picture. Spadefish school up around the boat and near the surface, making them remarkably accessible and pound for pound one of the harder fighting fish available on these reefs. Cobia add another dimension entirely, a powerful and sought-after species that draws serious attention from anglers up and down the East Coast during their seasonal run through the Lowcountry.

The 26-foot Pathfinder center console handles the nearshore run comfortably, equipped with a live bait well, wireless trolling motor, GPS, fishfinder, and radar. An onboard restroom keeps the trip comfortable for the full duration, and Captain Michael puts in the work throughout the trip to find fish and make the most of whatever the reefs are producing that day.

Book a reef trip with Captain Michael out of Folly Beach and get on the water during one of the most productive seasonal windows on the South Carolina coast.

Amenities

Water Type

Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 7 days before the trip.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	3 hours	4 hours	6 hours
1 Person	$800.00	$1,000.00	$1,200.00
2 People	$800.00	$1,000.00	$1,200.00
3 People	$925.00	$1,125.00	$1,275.00
4 People	$1,000.00	$1,200.00	$1,350.00

Pay 15% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

About Your Guide

Certified Damn Good Guides offer 10/10 trips. Guides earn this badge through quality reviews, quick and responsive communication, and low cancellation rates.

Michael Y.

Certified Damn Good Guide

Certified Damn Good Guides offer 10/10 trips. Guides earn this badge through quality reviews, quick and responsive communication, and low cancellation rates.

Independent Guide

Instructional

Laid-back

Expert Oriented

Talkative

Comfortable

Quality

About Your Guide

Michael Y.

Certified Damn Good Guide

Independent Guide

Meet Captain Michael—an experienced Folly Beach and Charleston inshore guide with more than 48 years spent fishing South Carolina’s Lowcountry waters. He knows the tides, flats, and hidden pockets where redfish, speckled trout, flounder, sheepshead, and other local favorites feed—and he loves helping anglers connect with them.

Whether you're a seasoned fisherman or trying it for the first time, Michael offers relaxed, informative trips tailored to your goals, along with optional eco and sightseeing experiences that highlight the beauty of the coast. All rods, reels, bait, tackle, and fish cleaning are included—just step aboard and enjoy.

If you’re ready for an authentic Lowcountry adventure, Captain Michael is excited to show you why Charleston’s inshore fishery is one of the best on the East Coast.

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Folly Beach, South Carolina

Areas Fished

Stono Inlet

About Your Boat

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Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Pathfinder
Year Built: 2020
Boat Length: 26'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Pathfinder
Year Built: 2020
Boat Length: 26'
Boat Restroom: Yes
Engine Manufacturer: Yamaha
Total Horsepower: 300
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: GPS, Fishfinder, Live Bait Well, Wireless Trolling Motor, Radar

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Weather

You won't lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 7 days before the trip.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .

View Full Species Seasonality Chart » View Recent Folly Beach Fishing Reports »

Get it while it's HOT!
This species is in play.
You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

Techniques

Everything Else to Know

Everything is included, but we also recommend bringing sunglasses, sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing, and anything else you might want on the trip.

You're all set! You don't need to buy a license for this trip.

We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).

Cancel for free up to 7 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 7 of the trip will forfeit your deposit to the guide. Day-of cancellations and no-shows will be charged the full balance of the trip to their card.

In the event of inclement weather you'll be covered by out 100% Weather Guarantee and will not lose your deposit.

Reviews

5.0

based on 3 reviews

Shawn

Verified Review

July 27

Michael was good, DOUG our captain was amazing! Having a knowledgeable Cpt that knows and says why things are happening and how they are connected to us fishing was great, also helped my nephew win a bet on the Spider-Man pole! Cost me $10 but worth it and kids loved it too! Thanks again Cpt Doug!

Shawn

Verified Review

July 27

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Trip: 3-6 Hr – Inshore Trip

Jaime

Verified Review

May 21

Great trip with good action! Professional and knowledgeable.

Jaime

Verified Review

May 21

Great trip with good action! Professional and knowledgeable.

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Lane

Verified Review

December 6

Great trip. Even in cold rainy weather!

Lane

Verified Review

December 6

Great trip. Even in cold rainy weather!

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Trip: 3-6 Hr – Inshore Trip

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We vet our guides and only partner with the best of the best. Our guides do their very best to keep you safe, show you a great time, and send you home with a memorable experience shared with family and friends.

Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a QR Code boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!

In the event of inclement weather, our guides will check the conditions and make the final call on whether its safe to go on the trip. If they decide the trip needs to be postponed, we'll work closely with you to reschedule or provide a credit for the full deposit, which can be applied to any of our trips in the US and beyond.

Each trip's price is determined by the guide and reflects all associated costs. A significant factor in pricing is often the type of boat and the corresponding fuel expenses. Additional costs may include leases, marina or slip fees, and the expenses involved in providing and maintaining the necessary gear for your trip.

After booking your trip, we'll connect you directly with your guide to discuss additional details. In the meantime, our team is here to answer any questions via email, text, or phone.