Inshore Fishing Archives - Page 231 of 287

July 10, 2026

Saltwater fly-fishing equipment, including flies like this popper, is tailored to the fish being targeted and the depths they frequent.

Fly-fishing gear for newcomers

Fly rods are designated by length and weight, but the weight does not refer to the rod’s weight, but the weight of the line. […]

A good, low-tide flat will hold reds, and it can be an indicator that may help you find a wadable area that will attract fish on a flood tide.

Redfish summer spots

John Gribb

Even though redfish spread out in the warmer months, they relate to low-tide, shallow-water flats year-round because they provide security from predators like the bottlenose dolphin. […]

Over-slot red drum are the rule and not the exception on nearshore reefs in August.

Five-alarm Action

Chris Burrows

To many coastal fishermen, August is a month where the fishing goes slack and the kids go back to school. […]

Anchoring setup

Chris Burrows

The “quick-release” anchoring setup allows an angler to get off of the hook in a hurry if a fish runs close to the anchor line or even wraps around it. […]

Late-summer fishing around nearshore wrecks and reefs off Carolina Beach Inlet is consistent for big reds, and most spots are accessible for most seaworthy boats.

Great fishing for everyone

Chris Burrows

Lynn Williamson of Carolina Beach is the older brother of Capt. Jeff Williamson, as well as his fishing mentor and a long-time member of the Carolina Beach Got-Em-On Fishing Club. […]

The minimum size for black sea bass (south of Hatteras) is 13 inches.

Check black sea bass regulations

Mike Marsh

The season for black sea bass south of Cape Hatteras opened on June 1 with a minimum size limit of 12 inches and a daily creel limit of five fish. […]

Conch (light) and false albacore (dark) are a good bait combo for black sea bass.

Exotic fare makes great bait

Mike Marsh

Gus Villanova has friends who visit Florida and bring home conch for soup, and he makes sure that none of it gets thrown out if it has a long stay in the freezer. […]

A red morning sky is often a warning that thunderstorms may develop in the afternoon; keep on your guard and get off the water if they show up.

When lighting storms come near

John Gribb

The vast majority of lightning injuries and deaths on boats occur on small boats without a cabin, according to the National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration. […]

Redfish and trout continue to bite, but if you’re wanting to catch a limit now’s the best time. The tide schedule is perfect for tailing reds in the waters in and around Charleston.

Good tides this week set up for reds, trout in Charleston area

Matt Coffey

The redfish and trout bite continues to be strong in inshore waters, and nowhere is better than the waters around Charleston. […]

Kayaks are a perfect vehicle, er, vessel, for family fun on the water.

End that vacation casting from a kayak

Phillip Gentry

With only a few weeks of summer vacation remaining before school starts back, Palmetto Paddling columnist Phillip Gentry shot this “How-to” video on having fun with the whole family – doing some kayak fishing in the backwaters of Edisto Island.
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