Marsh Maven Fishing Charters

Marsh Maven Fishing Charters offers light tackle and fly fishing charters among the network of flats, marshes and tidal creeks around Charleston and Mount Pleasant, South Carolina.

Fishing charters are held aboard a 17’ Mitzi Skiff flats boat that is ideal for traversing the shallow water in the area. While this stable vessel is very spacious, Marsh Maven Charters prefers to have a maximum of 2 anglers aboard at a time to allow them to get the most out of their fishing trip. However, if you would like to take kids along, 3 people can be accommodated. The boat is equipped with a range of navigational electronics, a trolling motor, and plenty of storage.

Your fishing trip will see you targeting inshore species such as Redfish, Speckled Trout, and Flounder with conventional tackle or fly fishing gear. You will be using Penn Conflict reels and Shimano rods for spinning, or Ross and G-Loomis for fly fishing, and could employ a variety of tactics to hook your target fish.

Whether you’re an experienced angler hoping to cast a fly after the tailing Red or have never fished before and want a fun day out on the water, Marsh Maven Charters will do everything they can to make your personalized fishing adventure one to remember. 

Catch and release is encouraged, however, Captain David is happy to clean and fillet your catch if you would like to take it home for dinner at the end of the day.

Please note, that the departure time is based on the tides and customer preference.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $400
    This is an inshore half day trip that will see you fishing for Redfish, Speckled Trout, and Flounder. You will be able to fish with spinning gear or catch fish with a fly rod. The departure time depends on the tides and customer preference.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    US $400
    This afternoon trip will take you fishing the inshore waters for Speckled Trout, Redfish, and Trout with a fly or spinning gear. The departure time depends on the tides and customer preference.
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $550
    Enjoy this inshore fishing trip for all the local species that call those productive waters come. You can target Redfish, go for Flounder, and search for Trout. The trip is great for fly fishermen and spinning enthusiasts. The departure time depends on the tides and customer preference.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $700
    A full day of inshore fishing for Redfish, Speckled Trout, and Flounder is great for anglers of all skill levels. You will be using Ross and G-Loomis gear for fly fishing or Penn Conflict reels and Shimano rods for spinning. The departure time depends on the tides and customer preference.

FAQs about Marsh Maven Fishing Charters

Marsh Maven Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $400 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $400 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $700 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Marsh Maven Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Sonar

Trips booked with Marsh Maven Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks
  • Fishing License
  • Fly Fishing Equipment

Marsh Maven Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Flats Fishing

Marsh Maven Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Spinning
  • Fly Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Marsh Maven Fishing Charters include:
  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Ladyfish
  • Redfish
  • Spotted Seatrout

Meet the Captain

David Lane
Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, United States
8 Fishing Reports
5 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since January 2016
Captain David Lane is a USCG certified captain and has been guiding since 2011. He graduated from University of Georgia where he earned a degree in political science. David is married to Leslie Lane and they have 2 daughters.

About this listing

Targeted species

Black Drum Black Drum
Flounder Flounder
Ladyfish Ladyfish
Redfish Redfish

Boat specs

Mitzi (Skiff) originally built in 2011. Powered by a 60HP Evinrude engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 40 knots.

Length
17 ft
Capacity
2 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning
Fly Fishing

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Sonar

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Fishing License
Fly Fishing Equipment

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 not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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
Checks

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 5 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.5 / 5
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Good experience
75%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
80%
Appropriate for children
50%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
75%
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Jeremy B.
Atlanta, GA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half Day trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on May 16, 2019
From the first time I met David I knew it was gonna be a great experience. We sped out to various spots on the river and gave...
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Pensacola, Florida
Excellent
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Captain Lane Marsh Maven

Half Day Trip (AM) on May 19, 2018
Captain David was great! I learned a lot without the attitude and it was a comfortable experience for my wife and I both. I’d...
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Rich W.
Taylors, SC
Excellent
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Fishing with David

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on May 13, 2019
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Brad S.
Santa Claus, IN
Very good
3.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Very good
4.0 / 5
Crew
Good
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Fishing with David

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on July 27, 2018
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Kyle L.

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VERIFIED   December 26, 2021
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