Mississippi inshore fishing charters
Redfish and speckled trout in the Mississippi Sound, out of Biloxi and Gulfport.
Mississippi inshore fishing means calm, shallow water in the Mississippi Sound, the Back Bay of Biloxi and the marshes along the coast. iOutdoors books inshore fishing charters in Biloxi and Gulfport with licensed local captains, from $450 for 4 hours with your saltwater license, tackle and bait included. Captains fish live bait, artificial lures or topwater, depending on what the fish want. Call or text (407) 392-4593 to book.
Mississippi inshore fishing charters by town
Mississippi trips book by phone for now: call or text and we’ll match you with a local captain.
Biloxi inshore fishingFrom $450 · 4, 6 or 8 h · call to bookBack Bay of Biloxi, marshes and Deer Island
Fishing in Gulfport, MSFrom $450 · 4, 6 or 8 h · call to bookMississippi Sound, harbor jetties and barrier islandsFree 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.
What is inshore fishing in Mississippi like?
Inshore fishing in Mississippi takes place in the calm, shallow water of the Mississippi Sound, the Back Bay of Biloxi, coastal marshes and around the barrier islands. The main targets are redfish and speckled trout, with flounder, sheepshead and black drum by season. iOutdoors books 4-, 6- and 8-hour inshore charters in Biloxi and Gulfport from $450 for up to 4 guests, license, tackle and bait included.
What’s included and what to bring
- Licensed local captain
- Boat and fuel
- Mississippi saltwater fishing license for everyone fishing
- Rods, reels, tackle and lures
- Bait (live bait when available)
- Cooler, ice and bottled water
- Captain tip (10–20% is customary)
- Food and drinks (bring your own; cans preferred)
- Transportation to the meeting spot
What to bring
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 inshore in Mississippi by season
Winter Dec–Feb
- Redfish and black drum in the bayous
- Sheepshead on structure
Spring Mar–May
- Speckled trout and redfish on the flats
- Flounder arrive
Summer Jun–Aug
- Trout early and late
- Redfish and Spanish mackerel around the islands
Fall Sep–Nov
- Bull redfish in the passes
- Flounder run
Fish you can catch inshore in Mississippi
Redfish and speckled trout are the main targets. Swipe to see what you could catch.
Redfish
Red drumIn the marsh, bayous and around the barrier islands, all year.
Speckled trout
Spotted seatroutOver grass and shell in the Mississippi Sound.
Flounder
Southern flounderNear passes; the fall run is the peak.
Sheepshead
Convict fishAround pilings, bridges and jetties in the cooler months.
Black drum
In the bays and bayous, mostly winter and spring.
Seasons, size and bag limits apply: see the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources for current saltwater rules. Your captain can tell you what you can keep.
Where you’ll fish
Inshore trips fish the Mississippi Sound, the protected water between the coast and the barrier islands, plus the Back Bay of Biloxi and the marshes and bayous along the shore. Trips leave from Biloxi and Gulfport.
Your captain confirms the meeting spot and start time before the trip. Planning a visit? See Visit Mississippi.
Mississippi inshore 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 inshore fishing in Mississippi?
iOutdoors books inshore fishing charters in Biloxi and Gulfport on the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
How much does a Mississippi inshore fishing charter cost?
From $450 for 4 hours, $550 for 6 hours and $750 for 8 hours, for up to 4 guests.
What fish can I catch inshore in Mississippi?
Redfish and speckled trout, plus flounder, sheepshead, black drum and Spanish mackerel by season.
Do I need a fishing license?
No. Your Mississippi saltwater license is included in the trip price.
What is the difference between inshore and deep sea fishing?
Inshore trips stay in calm, shallow water close to shore. Deep sea trips run into the Gulf of Mexico for bigger fish like snapper and king mackerel. See Mississippi deep sea fishing.
What is the cancellation policy?
Free cancellation up to 72 hours before. Full refund or free reschedule if the captain cancels for weather.
More Mississippi fishing trips
Deep sea trips and town pages on the Gulf Coast.
