Hilton Head Fishing Charters | Inshore, Nearshore & Offshore Trips
Hilton Head Fishing Charters | Inshore, Nearshore & Offshore Trips
If you’re looking for a great day of fishing in Hilton Head, Bobcat Fishing Charters makes it easy to get on the water and get after it. With Captain John at the helm, you’ll be fishing with a local captain who knows these waters and knows how to put together a trip that works for families, first-timers, and serious anglers alike. From quiet creek fishing to longer runs offshore, every trip is built around the season, the conditions, and what’s biting best.
Nearshore and Offshore Trips
Nearshore and offshore trips are for anglers who want to cover more water and chase bigger fish. These trips can run through Calibogue Sound, the Savannah River area, and offshore Hilton Head waters, where seasonal targets may include bull reds, cobia, grouper, snapper, black seabass, triggerfish, tarpon, and large sharks.
Nearshore / Offshore Fishing Pricing
4 to 6 hours | 1 to 6 people
4 hours— $750
5 hours — $900
6 hours — $1200
Additional anglers for the 5th and 6th spots are $50 per head.
Inshore Trips
Inshore trips are perfect if you want the most time actively fishing. These trips stay in the surrounding creeks and backwater areas and are a great fit for families, beginners, and anyone looking for steady action close to Hilton Head. Depending on the season, common targets include redfish, trout, flounder, black drum, and sharks.
Inshore Fishing Pricing
3 to 5 hours | 1 to 4 people
3 hours— $500
4 hours — $550
5 hours— $650
What’s Included
Fishing near or offshore on a 33' catamaran with room for up to 6 passengers near and offshore.
Fishing inshore aboard a 24' center console with room for up to 4 passengers inshore.
Rods, tackle, and gear and cooler.
Captain John’s local knowledge and guidance.
Fishing license coverage for the trip.
Child-sized life vests available for kids.
Kids are welcome aboard, which makes this a fun option for families looking to mix in a real Lowcountry fishing experience during their Hilton Head trip. Bring bottled water, snacks, non-spray sunscreen, and sunglasses so you’re comfortable once you leave the dock.
Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but it’s best to avoid hard liquor and glass bottles.
Some fish are seasonal or size-regulated, so if you have questions about what can be kept, just ask Captain John before or during the trip.
Know Before You Go
Why Guests Love Bobcat Fishing Charters
What makes this trip stand out is how easy it is to enjoy, even if not everyone in your group fishes all the time. You get a spacious boat, a local captain, family-friendly flexibility, and trip options that let you choose between laid-back inshore action and a longer run for bigger fish.
It’s the kind of trip that works whether you want to introduce the kids to fishing, spend a few hours chasing redfish in the creeks, or head farther offshore looking for something that pulls a little harder.
Why Guests Love Bobcat Fishing Charters
Frequently Asked Questions
-
We offer inshore, nearshore, and offshore fishing trips, with trip lengths that vary depending on the option and the season
-
Yes. Kids are welcome aboard, and the trip is designed to be comfortable and family-friendly.
-
No. Your fishing license is covered for the trip, so there’s nothing extra you need to buy.
-
Bring bottled water, snacks, non-spray sunscreen, and sunglasses. You can also bring alcohol in moderation, but please avoid hard liquor and glass bottles.
-
Up to 4 inshore. Up to 6 Near and Offshore.
-
Depending on the season, you may target redfish, black drum, trout, flounder, sharks, cobia, grouper, snapper, black seabass, triggerfish, tarpon, and more.
-
Yes, child-sized life vests are available.
-
Some species are subject to seasonal and size regulations, so Captain John can let you know what’s legal and in season before you keep anything.