Inshore Fishing Charters
Near 30A & Santa Rosa Beach
No offshore runs. No seasickness. Just pure inshore fishing on the grass flats and oyster bars of Choctawhatchee Bay — one of the most productive inshore fisheries in the Florida Panhandle.
What Makes Inshore Fishing Special?
Inshore fishing is fishing in shallow, protected coastal waters — bays, estuaries, grass flats, and oyster bars. Unlike offshore fishing, you stay on calm water close to shore, targeting species that live in the estuary year-round.
Choctawhatchee Bay is one of the most productive inshore fisheries in the entire Florida Panhandle. The bay's extensive grass flats, oyster bars, and tidal creeks support massive populations of Redfish, Speckled Trout, Flounder, and Sheepshead.
Captain Trey has fished these waters his entire life. He knows every grass flat, every oyster bar, and every tidal creek in the bay — and he knows where the fish are on any given day, in any given season.
Inshore vs. Offshore — Quick Comparison
- ✓ Calm bay water
- ✓ 2–4 hour trips
- ✓ No seasickness
- ✓ Great for families
- ✓ Year-round fishing
- ✗ Open Gulf water
- ✗ 6–12 hour trips
- ✗ Seasickness risk
- ✗ Not for young kids
- ✗ Weather dependent
Target Species on Choctawhatchee Bay
The bay is home to some of the best inshore fishing in the Florida Panhandle. Here's what we're after.
Redfish
Year-roundThe #1 target species on Choctawhatchee Bay. Year-round resident, fights hard, and delicious table fare.
Speckled Trout
Year-roundThe most sought-after inshore species in the Florida Panhandle. Aggressive feeders on the grass flats.
Flounder
Spring–FallAmbush predators that lie flat on the bottom near structure and grass edges. Excellent eating.
Sheepshead
Winter–SpringStructure-oriented fish that stack up on oyster bars and pilings. Challenging to hook, rewarding to catch.
How We Fish the Bay
Captain Trey adapts techniques to conditions, season, and target species. Here's what a typical day on the water looks like.
Grass Flat Fishing
Choctawhatchee Bay's expansive grass flats are the primary habitat for Redfish and Speckled Trout. We work the edges of the flats with light tackle — sight-fishing when conditions allow.
Oyster Bar Fishing
Oyster bars concentrate baitfish and the predators that follow them. Sheepshead, Black Drum, and Redfish stack up around structure, especially in cooler months.
Dock & Structure Fishing
Docks, pilings, and bridge structures provide shade and ambush points for Speckled Trout and Flounder. We work these spots with soft plastics and live shrimp.
Topwater Fishing
Early morning topwater fishing for Redfish and Speckled Trout is one of the most exciting techniques in the bay. When conditions are right, it's heart-stopping action.
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Ready to Fish Choctawhatchee Bay?
Book your inshore charter online or call Captain Trey directly. Spots fill fast during peak season.