Hilton Head Inshore
Hilton Head Inshore
Hilton Head Inshore (HHI) Charters specializes in shallow water (flats) fishing, targeting a wide variety of species that live in the Hilton Head Island area. Sight fishing is the primary method of fishing when the weather and conditions allow. Captain Mark Morrell invites you to join him aboard and have a pleasant and fun fishing experience in South Carolina.
You will be fishing from an 18’ Action Craft SE flats boat that is ideally suited for the shallow waters of the Lowcountry. No long boat rides to waste your fishing time, as you will usually start fishing within 10 minutes of leaving the dock. Your boat can sit up to 3 guests, runs on a 115 HP Yamaha engine, and features a Minkota trolling motor, GPS, and a fishfinder.
While fishing around Hilton Head and the surrounding islands, you will usually encounter dolphins, which are always fun to watch.
Kids and adults will appreciate the protected waters of Hilton Head estuaries, so there is no need to worry about getting seasick.
Summertime is action-filled easy Shark fishing, which families love. Fall and spring are great for Seatrout and Redfish, while winter is the time for flats fishing for schooled-up Redfish. The techniques you will use include bottom fishing, spinning, and fly fishing.
Whatever time of year you join Captain Mark of HHI, he will customize your fishing trip to suit your preferences. The charter will cover your SC fishing license and all the necessary fishing gear except that for fly fishing. The only things you should bring are food and drinks other than water.
Hilton Head Inshore and Captain Mark welcome you aboard!
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (154)
+151Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Appropriate for children
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Caught fish
83%
Apr 26, 2023
3 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM)
Fishing with Mark
May 24, 2024
3 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM)
Would and will be choosing Captain Mark again!
We had a great time fishing for sharks! There were plenty of action using cutbaits. Captain Mark took us to many spots which almost all of them was a success. Will be booking another trip again next time we plan a trip here! We also had a chance for a little bit of dolphin sighting.
We had a great time fishing for sharks! There were plenty of action using cutbaits. Captain Mark took us to many spots which almost...
Holmdel, NJ
Aug 24, 2022
6 Hour Trip – Inshore
An AMAZING 6 hour charter
Had a fantastic time with Captain Mark. I have been vacationing on Hilton Head Island for the last 15 years and have been on numerous fishing charters. Captain Mark is among the very best. He listened to what we wanted to do, made suggestions and from the very beginning, my son and I caught fish. After catching numerous red fish, flounder, jack and whiting, we moved on to see if the tarpon were biting in the sound. Unfortunately, they weren't. Most charters that I have been on would have stayed for an extended amount of time. Not Capt. Mark, we moved so he could keep us on the bite. Even kept us out longer than the time limit because my son wanted to catch a shark. We highly recommend him as he is professional, friendly, and knowledgeable. Will definitely use him again. You won't go wrong with Hilton Head Inshore charters.
Had a fantastic time with Captain Mark. I have been vacationing on Hilton Head Island for the last 15 years and have been on numerous...
Captain replied
Carmel, IN
Aug 3, 2022
3 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM)
Captain Mark was great
My two boys and I had the chance to go fishing today with Captain Mark. This was our first experience doing something like this. As we started the journey he looked at my oldest 10 year old and said "I am gonna try to get you a fish bigger than your leg". He sure did, we first went and caught some bait fish, and then he took us to a "shark honey hole". During our time we caught five bonnethead sharks and one black fin shark (~4 ft, 40+lbs). We all had a blast. Captain Mark was very friendly and genuinely likes what he does. He left us with life-long memories for my boys and I.
My two boys and I had the chance to go fishing today with Captain Mark. This was our first experience doing something like this....
Captain replied
Morgantown, WV
Mar 15, 2022
4 Hour Trip – Inshore (PM)
March half day trip with Capt. Mark
We had a great trip with Captain Mark and cannot recommend him highly enough! Because of the time of year, we waited to book a fishing trip until we got to the island. Thankfully, Mark was available and accepted our request within a few minutes of us reaching out the night before. He called us to let us know the plan for the next afternoon, which included taking off a bit later than the charter was scheduled since during his trip the day before, he had noticed the fish started really biting later in the day. The trip itself was fantastic: we went to several spots and caught many red fish and even a trout, including some big boys we had to let go. Mark pointed out and explained local landmarks and wildlife, including a bald eagle’s nest on the shore and local folks gathering oysters. He also cleaned our catch and pointed us to some great spots that would cook up our day’s winnings. Overall, a fantastic experience with a knowledgeable and kind captain—we will definitely be booking with him again next time we are on HHI.
We had a great trip with Captain Mark and cannot recommend him highly enough! Because of the time of year, we waited to book a...
Captain replied
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (154)
+151Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Appropriate for children
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Caught fish
83%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Fishing with Mark
3 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) on April 26, 2023
Experience:
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Overall
Would and will be choosing Captain Mark again!
3 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) on May 24, 2024
We had a great time fishing for sharks! There were plenty of action using cutbaits. Captain Mark took us to many spots which almost all of them was a success. Will be booking another trip again next time we plan a trip here! We also had a chance for a little bit of dolphin sighting.
We had a great time fishing for sharks! There were plenty of action using cutbaits. Captain Mark took us to many spots which almost all of them was a success. Will be booking another trip again next time we plan a trip here! We also had a chance for a little bit of dolphin sighting.
Holmdel, NJ
Experience:
Boat
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Overall
An AMAZING 6 hour charter
6 Hour Trip – Inshore on August 24, 2022
Had a fantastic time with Captain Mark. I have been vacationing on Hilton Head Island for the last 15 years and have been on numerous fishing charters. Captain Mark is among the very best. He listened to what we wanted to do, made suggestions and from the very beginning, my son and I caught fish. After catching numerous red fish, flounder, jack and whiting, we moved on to see if the tarpon were biting in the sound. Unfortunately, they weren't. Most charters that I have been on would have stayed for an extended amount of time. Not Capt. Mark, we moved so he could keep us on the bite. Even kept us out longer than the time limit because my son wanted to catch a shark. We highly recommend him as he is professional, friendly, and knowledgeable. Will definitely use him again. You won't go wrong with Hilton Head Inshore charters.
Had a fantastic time with Captain Mark. I have been vacationing on Hilton Head Island for the last 15 years and have been on numerous fishing charters. Captain Mark is among the very best. He listened to what we wanted to do, made suggestions and from the very beginning, my son and I caught fish. After catching numerous red fish, flounder, jack and whiting, we moved on to see if the tarpon were biting in the sound. Unfortunately, they weren't. Most charters that I have been on would have stayed...
Carmel, IN
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Captain Mark was great
3 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) on August 3, 2022
My two boys and I had the chance to go fishing today with Captain Mark. This was our first experience doing something like this. As we started the journey he looked at my oldest 10 year old and said "I am gonna try to get you a fish bigger than your leg". He sure did, we first went and caught some bait fish, and then he took us to a "shark honey hole". During our time we caught five bonnethead sharks and one black fin shark (~4 ft, 40+lbs). We all had a blast. Captain Mark was very friendly and genuinely likes what he does. He left us with life-long memories for my boys and I.
My two boys and I had the chance to go fishing today with Captain Mark. This was our first experience doing something like this. As we started the journey he looked at my oldest 10 year old and said "I am gonna try to get you a fish bigger than your leg". He sure did, we first went and caught some bait fish, and then he took us to a "shark honey hole". During our time we caught five bonnethead sharks and one black fin shark (~4 ft, 40+lbs). We all had a blast. Captain Mark was very friendly...
Morgantown, WV
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
March half day trip with Capt. Mark
4 Hour Trip – Inshore (PM) on March 15, 2022
We had a great trip with Captain Mark and cannot recommend him highly enough! Because of the time of year, we waited to book a fishing trip until we got to the island. Thankfully, Mark was available and accepted our request within a few minutes of us reaching out the night before. He called us to let us know the plan for the next afternoon, which included taking off a bit later than the charter was scheduled since during his trip the day before, he had noticed the fish started really biting later in the day. The trip itself was fantastic: we went to several spots and caught many red fish and even a trout, including some big boys we had to let go. Mark pointed out and explained local landmarks and wildlife, including a bald eagle’s nest on the shore and local folks gathering oysters. He also cleaned our catch and pointed us to some great spots that would cook up our day’s winnings. Overall, a fantastic experience with a knowledgeable and kind captain—we will definitely be booking with him again next time we are on HHI.
We had a great trip with Captain Mark and cannot recommend him highly enough! Because of the time of year, we waited to book a fishing trip until we got to the island. Thankfully, Mark was available and accepted our request within a few minutes of us reaching out the night before. He called us to let us know the plan for the next afternoon, which included taking off a bit later than the charter was scheduled since during his trip the day before, he had noticed the fish started really biting...
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