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About Your Trip

Water Type

Deep Sea, Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

About Your Trip

Spend the day offshore with Captain Austin on a versatile fishing trip that takes you up to 35 miles from shore, where deeper reefs, hard bottom structure, and productive pelagic corridors hold a wide range of hard-fighting Gulf species. This is a full-day style offshore experience built around covering water, reading conditions, and adapting between trolling and bottom fishing to stay on active fish.

As you push offshore, the water begins to shift into deeper blue zones where bait stacks over structure and currents sweep across natural and artificial reefs. Trolling stretches along the way keep lines in the water for fast-moving predators like king mackerel and barracuda. These fish bring quick, explosive action, often striking near the surface and testing both speed and reflexes as they make long, powerful runs beside the boat.

Once you reach bottom fishing grounds, the focus shifts to structure where reef species concentrate. Vermilion snapper provide steady action over hard bottom, while grouper and amberjack bring heavier, more powerful fights that test strength and gear. Triggerfish may also show up around reef edges, adding variety to the mix and keeping the bite active throughout the day. Each drop is an opportunity, and productive spots can stack multiple species in a single stop.

Captain Austin provides all fishing gear and licenses, so the trip stays streamlined and focused on fishing from start to finish. The boat is set up for offshore efficiency, allowing you to move comfortably between trolling runs and anchored bottom fishing setups as conditions dictate. With experienced guidance on where to stop and how to fish each area, you’ll always be working water with purpose.

All you need to bring are your food and drinks for the day to stay fueled and comfortable while offshore. From the first trolling pass leaving the inlet to the final deep drop over structure, this trip is built for anglers who want variety, steady action, and access to some of the Gulf’s most productive offshore fishing grounds within a manageable run distance.

Amenities

Water Type

Deep Sea, 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.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Weather

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

Federal Permit

This boat is federally permitted to go deep offshore.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 14 days before the trip.

Physicality

This trip requires an average level of physical activity.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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About Your Guide

Austin L.

Outfitter

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Comfortable

Quality

Captain Austin is a Conway, SC local and has been fishing since he was old enough to hold a rod. You will find him day to day doing boat maintenance, answering phones, and filling in for any of our team that needs a day off. He loves to relax on the river in his time off and his favorite type of fishing is bottom fishing.

About Your Guide

Austin L.

Outfitter

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Murrells Inlet, South Carolina

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: SeaVee
Boat Length: 29'
Boat Restroom: No

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: SeaVee
Boat Length: 29'
Boat Restroom: No

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Deep Sea, 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.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Weather

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

Federal Permit

This boat is federally permitted to go deep offshore.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 14 days before the trip.

Physicality

This trip requires an average level of physical activity.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .

View Full Species Seasonality Chart » View Recent Murrells Inlet 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

All gear is included, but we also recommend bringing sunglasses, sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing, and any gear of your own you want to use on the trip.

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

This trip is managed by an outfitter. Austin will be your point of contact and you will go out with one of their guides.

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 14 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 14 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.

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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.