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Blue Light Charters Fishing Charter in Charleston SC
Blue Light Charters Fishing Charter in Charleston, SC
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Charleston's inshore waters provide year-round fishing opportunities. Redfish, spotted seatrout, and flounder are the primary targets. - Tidal creeks and oyster bars hold fish throughout the year. - Spring and fall offer the most consistent action.
Fishing Charter by Captain Derrick Bray in December
Meet your Captain Derrick Bray
- This is your time to explore Johns Island!
Summary
Captain Derrick Bray of Blue Light Charters offers professional fishing charters in Charleston's productive waters. Our fishing charter provides access to inshore and nearshore fishing grounds where anglers regularly connect with redfish, trout, and seasonal gamefish. With all tackle and bait included, these guided trips focus on putting you on the fish while sharing local knowledge about Charleston's best fishing spots. Book online to secure your date and experience why Charleston remains one of the Southeast's premier fishing destinations.
Fishing Charter with Captain Derrick Bray – Rates & Booking
Captain Derrick Bray of Blue Light Charters provides professional fishing charters targeting Charleston's diverse inshore fishery. Our half-day and full-day trips include all rods, reels, tackle, and bait needed for a successful outing. We fish the productive waters around Johns Island, Folly Beach, and the Charleston Harbor system where redfish, spotted seatrout, and flounder provide consistent action year-round. Trips accommodate up to six anglers with flexible departure times to match tides and weather conditions. Contact us directly for current rates and availability.
Highlights of Blue Light Charters Experience
Our Charleston fishing charters focus on light tackle techniques that maximize the fight and enjoyment of each catch. Captain Derrick's local knowledge spans over two decades of fishing these waters, from shallow grass flats to deeper channel edges where larger fish patrol. We provide Shimano and Penn spinning gear matched to target species, along with a selection of live bait and proven artificial lures. Each trip includes fish cleaning service and ice for your catch.
The boat features a comfortable layout with plenty of casting room, electronics for locating fish, and safety equipment that exceeds Coast Guard requirements. We fish year-round with spring and fall offering the most consistent action as baitfish migrations draw gamefish into our local waters.
Local Tips & Conditions
Charleston's fishing success depends heavily on tidal movement, with moving water typically producing the best results. Our inshore waters feature a mix of oyster bars, grass flats, and creek mouths that hold different species throughout the tidal cycle. Water clarity varies with seasons and weather, but our local knowledge helps locate productive areas regardless of conditions. The protected nature of our fishing grounds means we can find fishable water even when offshore conditions are rough.
Spring brings excellent trout fishing as water temperatures rise, while summer offers diverse action including tarpon and cobia opportunities. Fall provides some of the year's best fishing as cooling water concentrates baitfish and the gamefish that follow them. Winter fishing remains productive for those willing to dress appropriately, with redfish providing reliable action in deeper creeks and channels.
Plan Your Fishing Charter Day
Our fishing charters depart from convenient Charleston area marinas with easy parking and restroom facilities. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before departure time to complete paperwork and review safety procedures. All fishing licenses, tackle, and bait are included in your trip cost. Bring sunscreen, polarized sunglasses, and weather-appropriate clothing along with snacks and beverages for longer trips.
Captain Derrick provides instruction for anglers of all skill levels, from first-time fishermen to experienced anglers looking to learn local techniques. We practice catch and release for most species while keeping legal-sized fish for the table when desired. Each charter includes digital photos of your catches and recommendations for local restaurants that will prepare your fish.
