Mississippi · Deep sea · Gulf of Mexico

Mississippi deep sea fishing charters

Gulf of Mexico trips out of Biloxi and Gulfport for snapper, kings and cobia.

From $850 · 4 hours4, 6 or 8 hoursUp to 6 guests
★ 5.0 · 520 Google reviews ★ 5.0 · 6,549 guest reviews
License, tackle & bait includedFree weather reschedule

Mississippi deep sea fishing charters run from the Gulf Coast past the barrier islands into the Gulf of Mexico, where reefs, wrecks and oil rigs hold red snapper, king mackerel, cobia, amberjack and grouper. iOutdoors books Gulf Coast trips in Biloxi and Gulfport from $850 for 4 hours for up to 6 guests, with your saltwater license, tackle and bait included. Call or text (407) 392-4593 to book.

Angler holding two snapper caught on a Gulf of Mexico deep sea fishing trip

Mississippi deep sea fishing charters by town

Mississippi trips book by phone for now: call or text and we’ll match you with a local captain.

Town4 hours6 hours8 hoursGuests
Gulfport$850$950$1,100Up to 6
Biloxi$900$1,000$1,200Up to 6

Free cancellation up to 72 hours before. Full refund or free reschedule if the guide cancels for weather. Questions? Call or text (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm.

Quick answer

What is deep sea fishing in Mississippi like?

Mississippi deep sea fishing trips leave the Gulf Coast, cross the Mississippi Sound and run past the barrier islands into the Gulf of Mexico. Captains fish artificial reefs, wrecks and oil rigs for red snapper (in season), king mackerel, cobia, amberjack and grouper. iOutdoors books 4-, 6- and 8-hour deep sea charters in Gulfport from $850 and Biloxi from $900 for up to 6 guests.

Prices from the iOutdoors booking system, November 2026. We confirm the exact price for your date when you call.

What’s included and what to bring

Included in the price
  • Licensed local captain
  • Boat and fuel
  • Mississippi saltwater fishing license for everyone fishing
  • Rods, reels and all tackle
  • Bait and lures (live bait when available)
  • Cooler, ice and bottled water
  • Safety gear
Not included
  • Captain tip (10–20% is customary)
  • Food and drinks (bring your own; cans preferred)
  • Transportation to the meeting spot

What to bring

Seasickness medicine (take it the night before)Polarized sunglassesSunscreenHatLight jacketSnacks and lunch

Reviews from iOutdoors saltwater trips

5.08 reviewsfrom iOutdoors saltwater trips. Mississippi reviews will show here as they come in

★★★★★

Capt Brad was great for both of our fishing trips. He took great care to make my husbands birthday fishing experience amazing and taught me how to use a bait caster. His boat was immaculate and most importantly, he put us on fish.

Ashley Eubanks · April 2026 · Google

★★★★★

freshwater fishing

Captain Brad was amazing Best day ever

robyn prestigiacomo · March 2022

★★★★★

A most delightful town

The town of New Smyrna is worth seeing and visiting. We enjoyed walking along the waterfront. You can drive your car to the beach. Ate dinner near the water at one of the Town Tavern which featured a live band. My friend and I went fishing, what fun, highly recommend it!

Lisa Wilson · January 2021

★★★★★

Obstacles conquered!

Started out with a full moon the night before and wind blowing 3 times what was forecast but Captain Brad had a plan. We got out and in no time had fish on! I had no expectations for what we might catch which turned out great 8 different species and two nice redfish! I had a great time!

Doug M. · March 2019 · TripAdvisor

★★★★★

Loved fishing

I have to say, this was one of the most professional organizations I have experienced. Booking was easy and customer support answered all my questions. Even when I remembered them and called back hours later! :) What was recommended was an afternoon trip with Capt Brad. I chose the 6 hour trip…

Tim S · January 2019

★★★★★

Best Birthday Gift Ever !!!

I booked this trip for my Dad's Birthday he loves to fish but rarely catches anything. We went with Capt Brad Kayholm and he delivered an awesome trip he was on time ,very friendly ,knowledgeable and put us on the fish !!! I would definitely recommend booking a trip with him!!!

flhomesbyrich · October 2018

★★★★★

Best Birthday Gift Ever !!!

I booked this trip for my Dad's Birthday he loves to fish but rarely catches anything. We went with Capt Brad Kayholm and he delivered an awesome trip he was on time ,very friendly ,knowledgeable and put us on the fish !!! I would definitely recommend booking a trip with him!!!

flhomesbyrich · October 2018 · TripAdvisor

★★★★★

Four hour trip with Captain Brad

We had a great time with Captain Brad. He had us on the fish right away in the morning and always kept us moving looking for more. He was very knowledgeable.

Eli L · October 2018 · TripAdvisor

What’s biting offshore in Mississippi by season

Winter Dec–Feb

  • Amberjack and grouper on deeper structure (check seasons)
  • Sheepshead near the islands

Spring Mar–May

  • Cobia run along the coast
  • King mackerel arrive

Summer Jun–Aug

  • Red snapper during the open season
  • Kings, mangrove snapper, mahi and tuna farther out

Fall Sep–Nov

  • King mackerel and amberjack
  • Bull redfish near the islands

Fish you can catch deep sea fishing in Mississippi

Snapper and king mackerel are the main targets. Swipe to see what you could catch.

Red snapper illustration
Offshore

Red snapper

On reefs and rigs; keep only during the open federal and state season.

Illustration of a king mackerel (kingfish)
Offshore

King mackerel

Kingfish

Fast fish around rigs and bait schools, spring to fall.

Illustration of a cobia
Offshore

Cobia

Ling

Spring migration along the coast and around structure.

Illustration of a greater amberjack
Offshore

Amberjack

Greater amberjack

Hard-pulling fish on deeper wrecks and rigs.

Illustration of a gag grouper
Offshore

Grouper

Gag and red grouper

On deeper reefs on longer trips; check open seasons.

Illustration of a mangrove snapper (gray snapper)
Offshore

Mangrove snapper

Gray snapper

On rigs and reefs, best in summer.

Seasons, size and bag limits apply, and red snapper has short seasons: see Mississippi Department of Marine Resources. Licenses are sold by MDWFP, but your trip includes the saltwater license.

Where you’ll fish

Trips leave from Biloxi and Gulfport, cross the Mississippi Sound and pass the barrier islands (Cat, Ship, Horn and Petit Bois) into the Gulf of Mexico. Longer trips reach oil rigs and deeper reefs.

Your captain confirms the meeting spot and start time before the trip. Plan your stay with Visit Mississippi.

Mississippi deep sea fishing guide

Red snapper is the fish most visitors want; Mississippi’s season is short, so check the dates before you book if you want to keep one. King mackerel, cobia and amberjack fill the rest of the year. Read more in our snapper fishing and tuna fishing guides, see the sailfish challenge, or compare with redfish fishing closer to shore. For every offshore destination, see our deep sea fishing guide.

Mississippi deep sea fishing questions

How do I book a trip?

Mississippi trips book by phone for now. Call or text (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm, with your date, trip length and group size. We’ll confirm the price, captain, start time and meeting spot.

Where can I go deep sea fishing in Mississippi?

iOutdoors books deep sea fishing charters out of Biloxi and Gulfport on the Mississippi Gulf Coast.

How much does deep sea fishing in Mississippi cost?

Gulfport trips start at $850 and Biloxi trips at $900 for 4 hours, for up to 6 guests. 6- and 8-hour trips are also available.

What fish can I catch deep sea fishing in Mississippi?

Red snapper (in season), king mackerel, cobia, amberjack, grouper, triggerfish and mangrove snapper. Mahi and tuna are possible on long summer trips.

How far offshore do Mississippi trips go?

The barrier islands sit about 10 to 12 miles off the coast. 4-hour trips fish closer structure; 6- and 8-hour trips run farther to rigs and deeper reefs.

Do I need a fishing license?

No. Your Mississippi saltwater license is included in the trip price.

What is the cancellation policy?

Free cancellation up to 72 hours before. Full refund or free reschedule if the captain cancels for weather.

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Inshore trips and town pages on the Gulf Coast.

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