Pick a date and join Salty Angler Fishing Charters for a fun-packed day on the water. With Captain Michael Whitesides, you can fish inshore and nearshore grounds and reefs in search of various fine species that dwell in South Carolina’s waters. The captain will meet you in Mount Pleasant and help you have a productive and relaxing trip in lovely nature.
Your journey will begin on a 26’ Avenger boat that can seat up to 6 guests. It runs on a 250 HP Suzuki engine with modern GPS and fishfinder systems for safe and efficient navigation. There’s a portable toilet on board, and it also features an ice-box, livewell, and wireless trolling motor.
Chase Spotted Seatrout, Sheepshead, Redfish, and Black Drum. Reel them in using light tackle, bottom fishing, and jigging. Feel free to take home the fish you catch and enjoy lovely meals with your family or friends.
The captain will provide all the fishing tackle, live bait, and lures. The captain can clean your catch for free. And as his license covers all the guests, you only need to bring some snacks and drinks. Kids are welcome to come aboard!
While at Sea – During offshore fishing, if anyone in your group wishes to return to shore for reasons unrelated to the charter company, that's ok. Your comfort and enjoyment are important to us. However, if sea conditions are safe and fishing can continue, the full balance of the trip will be expected to be paid.
Equipment Damage – Please be aware that the captain may charge for any damages/loss to the boat, fishing equipment, or property owned by Salty Angler Fishing Charters during your trip. The replacement value will be determined by the owner and charged to the card on file.
The captain is not liable for any injury or fatality caused by any member of the fishing party/group/guests, whether directly or indirectly.
Boat Maintenance – If we need to cancel a trip due to boat maintenance, we're more than happy to reschedule for another day or provide a full refund.
Captain
Michael Whitesides
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Rating summary
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Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
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Recommend this charter
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Caught fish
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Half Day Trip – Inshore (AM) on March 28, 2025
My husband and I, with our two kids, ages seven and nine, joined Captain Mike for an amazing 4 hour fishing adventure! Captain Mike is amazing. He’s a great fisherman, he’s amazing with kids and he was just fun to be around. We had such a wonderful day and caught so many fish. He is an expert at what he does and he makes it look effortless. He didn’t just come in and take over. He gave us great tips and techniques for fishing and catching fish. My kids were giddy with all the fish catching. It was fish after fish after fish. We can’t wait to come back and meet up with him again. He truly made the last day of our spring break extremely memorable. He is also just a wonderful person and a joy to be around. We felt safe and well prepared for the day out on the water. We highly recommend this charter. For adults and children alike!
My husband and I, with our two kids, ages seven and nine, joined Captain Mike for an amazing 4 hour fishing adventure! Captain Mike is amazing. He’s a great fisherman, he’s amazing with kids and he was just fun to be around. We had such a wonderful day and caught so many fish. He is an expert at what he does and he makes it look effortless. He didn’t just come in and take over. He gave us great tips and techniques for fishing and catching fish. My kids were giddy with all the fish catching....
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Half Day Trip – Inshore (PM) on February 7, 2025
We started going back in the creek, which was beautiful but not productive. Capt Mike turned us around and we headed out for the jetties. One keeper after the next! He was great at making sure we were always casting in the perfect spot, and quick to freshen the bait. A delightful I/2 day. We had booked noon to four and he asked us to move to 10-2 due to tides which worked out perfectly! Highly recommend And he filleted everything- great eating. Red and black drum fish and sheepshead!
We started going back in the creek, which was beautiful but not productive. Capt Mike turned us around and we headed out for the jetties. One keeper after the next! He was great at making sure we were always casting in the perfect spot, and quick to freshen the bait. A delightful I/2 day. We had booked noon to four and he asked us to move to 10-2 due to tides which worked out perfectly! Highly recommend And he filleted everything- great eating. Red and black drum fish and sheepshead!
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Half Day Trip – Inshore (AM) on July 7, 2025
It was a hot morning but Capt. Mike worked hard to put my son and I on some fish! Handful of reds, couple of beasts, a flounder, Black Sea bass and of course a stingray showed up. Thanks for a memorable experience!! We would 100% charter with him again!
It was a hot morning but Capt. Mike worked hard to put my son and I on some fish! Handful of reds, couple of beasts, a flounder, Black Sea bass and of course a stingray showed up. Thanks for a memorable experience!! We would 100% charter with him again!
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Half Day Trip – Inshore (AM) on June 30, 2025
Started slow but turned out to be a great day. The reds I caught were huge. So big that we had to throw them back in. All I can say is Captain Mike knows fishing. Can't wait to book with him again. I highly recommend this charter.
Started slow but turned out to be a great day. The reds I caught were huge. So big that we had to throw them back in. All I can say is Captain Mike knows fishing. Can't wait to book with him again. I highly recommend this charter.
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Half Day Trip – Inshore (PM) on June 16, 2025
I’ve been on several chartered fishing trips. This is the best one I’ve been on. We really enjoyed it. Captain Mike was very knowledgeable and fun to be around. I definitely recommend hitting him up if you are looking for a fishing trip.
I’ve been on several chartered fishing trips. This is the best one I’ve been on. We really enjoyed it. Captain Mike was very knowledgeable and fun to be around. I definitely recommend hitting him up if you are looking for a fishing trip.
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Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, United States
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Captain Michael grew up fishing with his dad and pawpaw. Throughout the years, his passion for fishing grew stronger, so he decided to make a career out of it and become a USCG-licensed captain of Salty Angler Fishing Charters. Join Captain Michael in making everlasting memories and fishing stories!
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Jigging
Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box
Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing License
The captain's license covers all clients!
Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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.
Pickup included in price
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
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:
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When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.