Fishing Guide in Charleston, SC
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A professional fishing guide can make all the difference in your fishing experience. Whether you’re new to fishing or a seasoned angler, a guide provides invaluable knowledge of local waters, fish behavior, and techniques to help you succeed. With their expertise, you’ll explore the best fishing spots in Charleston and have the opportunity to target a wide range of species while learning tips and tricks to enhance your fishing skills.
ABOUT SHALLOW THOUGHTS
INSHORE FISHING CHARTERS
Book a trip today, and get $50.00 off any trip by texting or calling me directly at 843.509.4751! Thank you for visiting the site, and hopefully I'll get to meet and fish with you soon! I have been a full-time fishing guide, in business for myself, for 20 years in Charleston SC. I'm a full time guide and thats important to you, because your fishing success is determined by dedication to you. For 20 years, "word of mouth" referrals from clients and friends have enabled me to successfully provide for my family and share my love of the inshore fishery in South Carolina with you. I spend countless hours on the water to make sure your trip is everything you expected it to be. No distractions, no excuses period! What does all this mean to you? It means that your business, your family vacation, and your fishing trip, is priority to me when you step aboard my boat! I am Charleston, South Carolina's friendliest and most requested inshore fishing charter service, for light tackle and fly fishing adventures in the area! Courteous and Professional service, care for my clients "one charter at a time", a "family-friendly" boating atmoshere, quality bait (live shrimp), and "safe days" on the water, are the reasons that I have been the sole owner and operator of Shallow Thoughts Inshore fishing charters, since inception in 2005. I strive to provide the BEST inshore fishing charter experience in Charleston, SC! For 20 years, I have done what my clients have hired me to do, and that is to provide a safe fishing environment and CATCH FISH! Think about that for a second, before you think I'm not the right fishing guide for you! Your success begins with a phone call or text to me, Capt. Jeremy. I can be reached at 843-509-4751 to reserve a fishing trip or for more information on what's biting!
Departing from the docks on Shem Creek, in the heart of Mount Pleasant, Fishing the Charleston SC coast offers anglers many opportunities to catch a variety of inshore saltwater fish. Specifically, we target Charleston's most sought-after gamefish, red drum (aka redfish/spot-tail bass). With hard strikes and long drag-pulling runs, this fish will put your angling skills to the test! Other species we catch are, sea trout, flounder, sheepshead, bluefish, Spanish mackerel, ladyfish, huge sharks, and much more! We provide all tackle, live bait, and fishing licenses. I have over 30 years of local fishing knowledge and now in 2024 over 20 years of coastal chartering service, exclusively in Charleston, SC. If you are a first-time angler who wants to cast (or learn how to cast), set the hook, and catch inshore fish in a stress-free environment, or a seasoned pro, or a person who just wants to get out on the water with family and friends to relax and take in some sights, give me a call. I have a fishing charter to accommodate your needs.
Spend a day in SC, with Charleston's hardest working Inshore Fishing Guide and experience the scenic beauty of the Lowcountry and all that Charleston's waters offer. Call 843.509.4751 for more information.
Captain Jeremy Espiritu
I started fishing in coastal waters surrounding the Charleston, SC area at the age of 15. In 2024, I have over 30 years of coastal fishing charter experience and over 20 years of "chartering service" in Charleston, SC. I am a full-time fishing guide with countless hours of fishing experience in the Charleston Harbor, the Wando, and Cooper Rivers, catching anything from redfish to monster sharks along the beaches.
I encourage novices, seasoned anglers, and families with children to join me and learn how to cast a line, bait your hook, and Catch a fish! Your fishing trip is important and all charters are tailored around your experience and the species you would like to catch. All fishing trips are planned around the best tidal phase to ensure a successful fishing adventure you will never forget!
The thrill of a "screaming drag" from hooking a big fish is something that I want you to remember!
The Boat
While on your inshore fishing charter, we will be fishing from a 24ft Blazer Bay, bay boat powered by a Mercury ProXS 300hp motor. The boat is equipped with a full T-Top for those sunny days on the water, Garmin electronics, down scan and side scan imaging, and a Minn Kota I-Pilot trolling motor.
The boat can easily accommodate up to 6 passengers. The design of the boat lets us ride in comfort and safety to our fishing destination. I provide all fishing licenses, rods & reels, tackle, bait, and ice, but if you are comfortable fishing with your gear please feel free to bring it. I offer half-day, 3/4 day, and upon request full-day charters.
I also run a 17ft Action Craft Carbon Kevlar flats boat for those who want to sight fish for Redfish in very shallow water around the marsh or tail Redfish in the grass where bigger boats are unable to go.
CHARTER RATES
Half-day (4 hours) Charter Rates
1 to 2 Anglers — $550.00
3 Anglers — $600.00
4 Anglers — $650.00
5 Anglers — $700.00
3/4 (6 Hours) Charter Rates
1 to 2 Anglers — $750.00
3 Anglers — 800.00
4 Anglers — $850.00
5 Anglers — $900.00
Full-day (8 hours) Charters are available upon request, and start at $1000.00 for 2 people.
Parties larger than 6 people can be accommodated with the use of another boat. The price of the charter includes: the fishing tackle, bait, fishing licenses, and ice. You will need to bring food and drink. A hat, rain gear (if needed), and non-marking footwear is recommended. Cash, or Check, Visa and MasterCard are accepted. For more information, please call 843.509.4751 or email jfish2live@yahoo.com
**Charter Rates are subject to change**
Strictly Shark Fishing
This trip is catered toward fishing for VERY LARGE SHARKS. During the shark fishing charter we target Inshore Sharks in the 100+plus pound range. Typically fights are long (sometimes over an hour) and the sharks are HUGE. We use heavy tackle, but if you have gear that you want to test out you are welcome to bring it. Species encountered are Sand, Bull, Lemon, and Nurse Sharks. Whichever it may be, we target VERY LARGE SHARKS on this excursion! (If you want to catch smaller sharks such as Bonnetheads, or Atlantic Sharpnose sharks I recommend the 3-hour shark fishing trip). If you want to test your big shark-fighting abilities this trip is for you! Inshore rates apply.
Kids Fishing Trips
$450.00 for 3 hour "Catch and Release" fishing excursion for 4 people. Tailored for children who are new to fishing. We target fish or sharks that will bite fast to keep your children interested. Species including Black Sea Bass and Sharpnose sharks are targeted.
Family 5
$650.00 for 5 hours. This is a popular excursion for families with young children. We combine 3 hours of fishing with 2 hours of beach combing on Morris Island overlooking Ft. Sumter in the Charleston Harbor. After fishing we will beach the boat and your family can explore the beach for shells, sharks teeth or go for a swim! While on the beach bring your picnic lunch to enjoy before heading back to Shem Creek. Additional hours on the excursion are available at $75.00 per hour.
3-Hour Shark Fishing Charter
$450.00 for a 3-hour fishing excursion for 4 people. These trips are private and designed for guests who don't want to stay on the water for half a day the trips are 3 hours in duration. Species commonly caught are Bonnethead Shark and Atlantic Sharpnose.
Sunset Booze "I'm-on-a-boat!" Cruise
$450.00 for the cruise. Bring up to 6 people! FUN! FUN! FUN! Enjoy a Lowcountry sunset while leisurely cruising around the Charleston Harbor listening to your favorite tunes. See the USS Yorktown, the Battery, Waterfront Park and spot dolphin! Bring your cameras, hats, favorite libations and snacks. The cruise departs from the Waters Edge Restaurant 2 hours before sunset. Call 843.509.4751 for reservations and availability.
Reservation & Cancellation Policy
Credit card or deposit is required to hold a reservation. Captain Jeremy reserves the right to cancel a charter due to unsafe weather conditions. Failure to show up for a charter without prior notification will result in the client paying the full charter rate agreed upon for the date. Deposits will be refunded if the charter is cancelled due to unsafe weather.
BOOKING INFORMATION
Book the best inshore fishing or fly fishing charter in Charleston, SC by calling 843.509.4751. or reserve online with real-time availability, or Leave a message with the day you would like to fish and a phone number where you can be reached. You can also text message or by emailing at jfish2live@yahoo.com. For your convenience, you can also use the "CONTACT" button located on the website. During peak season it is recommended to make reservations days or weeks in advance. Thanks for visiting and we hope to see you on the dock soon.
Pick Up Locations
Charters depart from Shem Creek in Mount Pleasant from the Water's Edge restaurant located at
1407 Shrimp Boat Lane
Mount Pleasant, SC 29407
When you arrive park anywhere that is unmarked parking, DO NOT PARK IN A TOWING ENFORCED PARKING SPACE!
Other departure locations include The Charleston Maritime Center located in downtown Charleston beside the Charleston Aquarium and the Charleston Harbor Marina located beside the USS Yorktown. Other departure points can be arranged if needed.
Fishing Discounts
From October to March, the inshore fishing in Charleston, SC is AMAZING! The Red Drum and speckled sea trout fishery is on fire and it's an absolute BLAST! Its my favorite time of the year! I want you to experience this fishery, so you can call me directly to reserve a date, or you can Book online now! I'm offering an extra hour of fishing for free or 50.00 off any inshore trip use Promo code "Season2324", (excluding full day trips) for these months. If there are 2 anglers, Call me about my "Special Rates" for my 2-person flats boat fishing trips! If you're a resident, this is your invitation to book me, for the best time of the year to fish! If you have any Other questions or would like to inquire about an excursion please call/text 843.509.4751 or email at jfish2live@yahoo.com.
Inshore Fishing
Consists of fishing in the rivers, creeks, inlets, and beaches surrounding Charleston. Typically the water is calm and land is always visible so motion sickness medicine is usually not needed, but feel free to bring some. The travel time from the dock to the fishing destination is short - typically 20 minutes so you will be fishing within minutes. On this type of fishing charter, depending on the time of year, we target Red Drum (aka Redfish or Spot Tail Bass), Sea Trout, Flounder, Bluefish, Spanish Mackerel, Sharks, Sheepshead, and more! We use spinning reels and a variety of live bait, such as shrimp and finger mullet. This is the most popular excursion available in 1/2 day, 3/4 day, and full day trips.
Bull Redfish & Monster Shark Fishing
Fishing trips are along the beaches, bridges, and rock jetties. On these trips, we target huge sharks and Red Drum that frequent the coast during the summer and fall. Some of the sharks we encounter on this trip are Bonnetheads, Black Tip, Sand, Bull, Nurse, Lemon sharks and more! The Bull Red Drum we target on this trip is much bigger than the redfish we catch in the creeks. These fish can weigh upwards of 30 lbs and are hard-fighting fish and lots of fun to catch. These trips are available in 1/2 day, 3/4 day, and full day trips.
Fly Fishing
We target Redfish, Sea Trout, Bluefish, Spanish Mackerel, Sharks and anything else that will eat the fly! Our most popular target is Redfish. Depending on the time of the year you can sight cast to these on the flooded marsh as they are "tailing" or you can sight cast to them in the cooler months in gin clear water. We fly fish year round so the time of year will determine your adversary. These trips are available in 1/2 day, 3/4 day and full day.
Kid's Fishing
This fishing trip is 3 hours long designed for our younger anglers who have very little experience in catching fish. We target fish or sharks that will bite readily and instantly, including Sea Bass, Whiting, Croaker, Bonnethead sharks, Sharpnose sharks, Stingrays and many more.
WHY CHOOSE US?
When it comes to Fishing Guide , we are the top choice for anglers looking for an unforgettable experience. With years of expertise in Fishing Guide , we know the best spots, techniques, and times to reel in massive bull redfish. Our charters are fully equipped with top-quality gear designed specifically for Fishing Guide , ensuring you have the right tools for success. Whether you're an experienced angler or a first-timer, our team is dedicated to making your Fishing Guide experience personalized and memorable. Trust us to deliver the ultimate adventure with Fishing Guide that you’ll talk about for years to come!
CONTACT US
To fish with Captain Jeremy Espiritu, please contact us for reservation dates. Call: 843.509.4751
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Shallow Thoughts, LLC
Shrimp Boat Lane
Mount Pleasant, SC 29407
Phone:
843.509.4751
Email: jfish2live@yahoo.com
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