Inshore Fishing Archives - Page 194 of 287

July 12, 2026

Always support the body of a big redfish, even when holding him with a lipping device, to keep his weight off his lower jaw. These long-lived fish need all the help we can give them for a good release.

Protect the resource

Targeting giant redfish is an expedition many anglers look forward to every year. Where and when else can you catch 50-pound fish in inshore waters? […]

North Carolina’s inshore saltwater fishery could be an economic gold mine for the state if fisheries policy was changed to put more value on recreational fishing.

Is North Carolina a possible Louisiana-class destination?

Craig Holt

Guide Rick Patterson pulls no punches when talking about problems facing inshore saltwater fish and fishermen. […]

October fishing is excellent for blue catfish on the Santee Cooper lakes, as this 30-pounder taken out of Black’s Camp testifies.

Tips for fishing Santee Cooper in October

Terry Madewell

A lot is going on in the Santee Cooper lakes this month. In fact, October is one of the most productive seasons for a variety of species, according to several guides. […]

Plenty of bull redfish have moved into deep holes around Hilton Head Island, with fishermen having some double-digit days.

Bull redfish bite on fire around Hilton Head

Brian Cope

The bull redfish bite is on all along the South Carolina coast, and Capt. Brian Vaughn of Off the Hook Fishing Charters in Hilton Head has been catching scores of them on his recent outings. […]

Big king mackerel are biting just off the beach and in nearshore livebottoms around Murrells Inlet.

King mackerel bite close to shore has Murrells Inlet anglers on their toes

Jeff Burleson

For the past few weeks, anglers along the Grand Strand have experienced a strong run of king mackerel close to shore. […]

Cast-netting from a kayak, either from a standing or sitting position, is one of the best ways to collect bait before a kayak fishing outing.

Regardless of the watercraft under your feet, fall fishing often means chasing fish that require live bait to catch. Powerboat anglers often take for granted the space and other considerations required to operate a bait tank or built-in livewell — a luxury for which most paddlers simply don’t have space or carrying capacity. […]

Redfish are hitting topwater baits and soft-plastic baits fished under corks, throughout the Pungo River downstream from Belhaven.

Reds, striped bass have anglers mixed up but happy in Pungo River

Jerry Dilsaver

The Pungo is a big, wide river downstream from Belhaven to the Pamlico Sound, but most of the fishing action has been along its banks and in its many tributary creeks, and in the past week or so, it’s been particularly good for redfish and striped bass. […]