Barrier Island Fishing Charters

The Isle of Palms is placed between two excellent regions for fishing and observing nature – the Atlantic Ocean and Gray Bay. These waters are some of the most biodiverse ones you can find in South Carolina and on the eastern coast of the US. Barrier Island Fishing Charters is poised to put you on the hottest bite and to show you the gorgeous nature that are the waters of the Isle of Palms!

Climb aboard their 24 foot Kenner bay boat, capable of holding up to 6 anglers fishing at the same time in comfort. She’s powered by a single Yamaha engine with 250 HP. There’s a livewell on board to ensure your bait stays spry and lively. A wireless trolling motor is available as well, so you don’t spook the fish and have the best chance of getting that dream catch.

Your guide and instructor on this journey will be Captain Shane Ziegler. You’ll be in very good hands with him, as he has over two decades of guiding fishing charters and he’s keen to both put you on the bite and to show you the natural wonders of the area. You can expect to target a variety of exciting and beautiful fish that inhabit this area, such as Redfish, Black Drum, Flounders, Ladyfish, Sharks, Sheepsheads, Spotted Seatrouts, and others.

The charter will provide you will all necessary equipment. First-timers and inexperienced anglers are more than welcome as Capt. Shane loves instructing and instilling a love of all things fishing into people. Clients can keep their catch, but Barrier Island Fishing Charters encourages customers to release their catch, however, if you would like to keep enough for a meal I will be happy to fillet them for you.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    Just booked! Last booked: 9 hours ago
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $500
    This charter is perfect for both first-time anglers and experienced fishermen. You can target Redfish, Black Seabass, Black Drum, Spotted Seatrout, Sheepshead, Sharks or other species. Alternatively, you can let the captain choose the best species to go after depending on the time, weather, and tide. All equipment you may need is provided by the charter.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    In demand! Last booked: 2 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:30 PM
    US $500
    This trip allows you to choose whether to target certain species such as Redfish, Spotted Seatrout, Black Drum, Ladyfish, huge Sharks, or others. Alternatively, you can let the captain put you on the hottest bite around. All required equipment is supplied by the captain.
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FAQs about Barrier Island Fishing Charters

Barrier Island Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)

When you book a trip with Barrier Island Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Barrier Island Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (Prepared before or fished during the trip)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing License

Barrier Island Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing

Barrier Island Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Spinning

Top targeted fish species with Barrier Island Fishing Charters include:
  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Ladyfish
  • Redfish
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Shark (Bonnethead)
  • Sheepshead
  • Spotted Seatrout

Meet the Captain

Shane Ziegler
Isle Of Palms, South Carolina, United States
144 Customer reviews
Response time 6 hours
Member since March 2018
Captain Shane Ziegler has been guiding customers on excellent fishing trips for two decades now. He loves to provide his clients with the get-away from civilization and to show them the pristine beauty of the surrounding nature. Every trip with him isn't just full of fishing fun, but education as well, as he loves teaching his customers something new about the great outdoors, every day. Working with children is one of his favorite things and he loves involving young anglers in every aspect of a fishing trip, hopefully igniting their love for fishing.

About this listing

Targeted species

Black Drum Black Drum
Flounder Flounder
Ladyfish Ladyfish
Redfish Redfish

Boat specs

Kenner (Bay boat) originally built in 2000. Powered by a 250HP Yamaha engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 40 knots.

Length
24 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Spinning

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Prepared before or fished during the trip
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

Listing policies

Pickup included in price
Transfer from hotels or jetties in Isle Of Palms to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
Encouraged

Payment

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.
Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

Cash
Visa
Mastercard
American Express

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 144 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
98%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
87%
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Richard L.
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Fishing trip in September

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on September 1, 2023
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Anita S.
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Amazing Birthday Adventure

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on February 24, 2024
My son turned 10 on Saturday and wanted to do some charter fishing.  We chose IOP because he had been out with Captain Shane...
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Michael D.
Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina
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Fishing on Isle Of Palms September 25, 2023

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on September 24, 2023
Had a great Time fishing with Joseph today on the 10-2 half day trip. Joseph set out 4-5 Lines consistently all day to help...
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Jerome M.
Freeburg, IL
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Half day trip with Capt. Shane

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on September 14, 2023
I had a 4 hour fishing trip with Capt. Shane and it was fantastic. We mainly fished for redfish, however, we also hooked a...
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Greg W.
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Constant tight lines

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on November 10, 2023
Had an amazing time - for a couple of hours it was rare we went a minute without another fish on. It was exactly the kind of...
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