Reel McCoy Charters
+28Reel McCoy Charters fishes around Hilton Head Island, and we can't wait to show you what the local fishery is all about.
In 2016 I dropped out of college to pursue my dream of being a professional fishing guide. After hundreds of days and thousands of hours on the water, I was able to attain my captains license in 2021 and have been guiding full time ever since.
Our boat is a 22’ sea hunt that fits up to 4 anglers at any one time. The boat is equipped with a GPS trolling motor, T Top for shade, storage, bluetooth radio, live wells, and many other features. The boat is powered by a 200 yamaha
All rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the price so you can focus on what really matters, fishing. No need to worry about fishing licenses, as they will be covered and handled by the charter.
Note ** Red Drum are catch and release only for all trips booked AFTER 6/22/25. Redfish are our primary inshore target and the population is on an alarming decline over the last few years. It’s important for our future to take care of them now before it’s too late. You’re welcome to keep other legal fish if you’d like and I can clean them for you at the dock. Please don’t come expecting to fill the freezer, we don’t have that kind of inshore fishery here!
Feel free to bring your own drinks or snacks in a SMALL cooler. This is a kid-friendly charter, so you're welcome to bring the whole family out for a fun fishing adventure.
Join Captain Donovan today for a fish-filled Lowcountry experience!
Captain
Donovan Justice-McCoy
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+234Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Appropriate for children
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Caught fish
97%
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100 lb. Tarpon!!!
3 Hour Late Morning on June 25, 2025
Capt. McCoy took my boys and me on our first charter ever. Recommended by my boss who went out with him a month ago. Super hot day with 11:00 am start. Went out hit a couple sharks. Then into a channel a hooked a nice Red. Went back out into deeper water, Capt. Set some rods, cut up a few bait fish, released them into the current. A few minutes later, Boom! Tarpon On! I swear Capt McCoy was just as excited as I was watching my son battle for 30+ minutes, coaching him, (like he did all of us on our catches) Awesome to watch and be a part of. I'm not a big fisherman, so shared with friends to realize how truly special it is to hook one much less get it to the boat! First timers don't hesitate on Reel McCoy Charters!!!
Capt. McCoy took my boys and me on our first charter ever. Recommended by my boss who went out with him a month ago. Super hot day with 11:00 am start. Went out hit a couple sharks. Then into a channel a hooked a nice Red. Went back out into deeper water, Capt. Set some rods, cut up a few bait fish, released them into the current. A few minutes later, Boom! Tarpon On! I swear Capt McCoy was just as excited as I was watching my son battle for 30+ minutes, coaching him, (like he did all...
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Had a great trip out!
3 Hour Afternoon on May 30, 2025
We joined Captain Donovan today for a 3 hour inshore fishing trip. We quickly moved on from the first spot after no bites and found a good spot for bonnethead sharks. We caught 4 of them and then moved on in search of redfish. We netted some shrimp and other bait and headed to our next spot. Captain Donovan managed to find us 2 redfish with a third spitting the hook before we could get the rod out of the holder. Catching a redfish was my entire goal of the trip. Captain Donovan was very knowledgeable and easy to talk to while we waited for a bite. He took the time to answer our questions and to explain what he was seeing while we were fishing. If we are ever back on the island I would not hesitate to book another trip with Reel McCoy Charters!
We joined Captain Donovan today for a 3 hour inshore fishing trip. We quickly moved on from the first spot after no bites and found a good spot for bonnethead sharks. We caught 4 of them and then moved on in search of redfish. We netted some shrimp and other bait and headed to our next spot. Captain Donovan managed to find us 2 redfish with a third spitting the hook before we could get the rod out of the holder. Catching a redfish was my entire goal of the trip. Captain Donovan was very knowledgeable...
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Best Captain
3 Hour AM on June 26, 2025
We aimed to catch sharks and successfully caught three during our 7 AM trip. The weather was perfect. Captain McCoy is fantastic and very easy on the eyes. He knows his stuff and engages with everyone on the boat, which I haven't experienced with other captains. We will definitely book with him every year when we visit.
We aimed to catch sharks and successfully caught three during our 7 AM trip. The weather was perfect. Captain McCoy is fantastic and very easy on the eyes. He knows his stuff and engages with everyone on the boat, which I haven't experienced with other captains. We will definitely book with him every year when we visit.
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Caught our dinner!
3 Hour Late Morning on October 24, 2024
Thank you Captain Donovan for a fun 3 hour inshore fishing trip. This was our first experience with inshore fishing and we were not disappointed. Our first stop was in the shallow waters where we immediately caught sea trout using shrimp for bait. We caught 4 big ones to cook for our dinner that night as well as smaller ones we released. I caught a 10 pound red fish.That was exciting. He got to live another day since the big ones are not good for eating. Our next stop was further out into deeper water (still inshore). We had some nibbles but no bites. Our last stop was closer to the shore where we caught some small pin fish and released them. Donovan was very patient with us in showing us how to cast and baiting our hooks. He was knowledgeable about the fish and area. The boat was a perfect size for the 3 of us (all adults) and it was clean. I highly recommend Donovan! Thank you, Cindy, Austin and Ruby
Thank you Captain Donovan for a fun 3 hour inshore fishing trip. This was our first experience with inshore fishing and we were not disappointed. Our first stop was in the shallow waters where we immediately caught sea trout using shrimp for bait. We caught 4 big ones to cook for our dinner that night as well as smaller ones we released. I caught a 10 pound red fish.That was exciting. He got to live another day since the big ones are not good for eating. Our next stop was further out...
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Best Day Ever
3 Hour Late Morning on February 22, 2025
Our Grandfather came down for a visit and he is an avid fisherman. The kids refer to him as Grandpa Fish! Donovan was an amazing captain, his boat was pristine and we caught a lot of fish! Most of what we caught were too big to keep. Donovan tried his best to ensure Grandpa Fish caught one but all the luck came to us! Beautiful scenery and the captain knew where to go to catch some fish. I would 10/10 recommend booking a trip!
Our Grandfather came down for a visit and he is an avid fisherman. The kids refer to him as Grandpa Fish! Donovan was an amazing captain, his boat was pristine and we caught a lot of fish! Most of what we caught were too big to keep. Donovan tried his best to ensure Grandpa Fish caught one but all the luck came to us! Beautiful scenery and the captain knew where to go to catch some fish. I would 10/10 recommend booking a trip!
FAQs about Reel McCoy Charters
What are the trip rates for Reel McCoy Charters?
Reel McCoy Charters offers the following trips to customers:
- US $395 per group - 2 Hour Afternoon (2 hours)
- US $500 per group - 3 Hour Afternoon (3 hours)
- US $500 per group - 3 Hour AM (3 hours)
- US $500 per group - 3 Hour Late Morning (3 hours)
- US $500 per group - Shark Fishing Adventure (3 hours)
- US $625 per group - 4 Hour Afternoon (4 hours)
- US $625 per group - 4 Hour Inshore/Nearshore AM (4 hours)
- US $625 per group - 4 Hour Late Morning (4 hours)
- US $800 per group - 6 Hour (Full Day) Inshore/Nearshore (6 hours)
- US $800 per group - Summer Tarpon (June-Aug) (6 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Reel McCoy Charters?
When you book a trip with Reel McCoy Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live Bait Well
- Wireless Trolling Motor
- Ice Box
What's included in the trip price with Reel McCoy Charters?
Trips booked with Reel McCoy Charters include:
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live Bait (Many days we’ll catch our own bait!)
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting (Self regulated limits for fish, filleting is included.)
- Drinks (I’ll have water in the cooler, you’re more than welcome to bring other beverages in a small cooler)
- Fishing License (License included for all guests)
What types of fishing does Reel McCoy Charters offer?
Reel McCoy Charters offers the following types of fishing:
- Inshore Fishing
- Nearshore Fishing
What fishing techniques does Reel McCoy Charters offer?
Reel McCoy Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Heavy Tackle (Bigger spinning reels for big summertime fish!)
- Bottom Fishing
- Spinning
Which fish species can I catch with Reel McCoy Charters?
Top targeted fish species with Reel McCoy Charters include:
- Black Drum
- Cobia
- Flounder
- Jack Crevalle
- Redfish
- Shark (Blacktip)
- Sheepshead
- Spotted Seatrout
- Tarpon
Your captain
Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, United States
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
Captain Donovan is a passionate angler who looks forward to showing his guests a fun day on the water.
The fish you can target
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Which fishing techniques you can try
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bigger spinning reels for big summertime fish!
Bottom Fishing
Spinning
Which amenities are available onboard
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box
What’s included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Many days we’ll catch our own bait!
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Self regulated limits for fish, filleting is included.
Drinks
I’ll have water in the cooler, you’re more than welcome to bring other beverages in a small cooler
Fishing License
License included for all guests
How cancellations work
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.
What the listing policies are
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Families welcome! Children under 5 please bring an appropriate life jacket
No Smoking
You Keep Catch
Redfish are catch and release
Catch and Release Allowed
Redfish are catch and release
How you can pay
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
PayPal
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.
What’s biting in Hilton Head Island right now
Cobia
Flounder
Redfish
Shark (Blacktip)
Sheepshead
Tarpon