Tight Line Charters
Welcome to Tight Line Charters, a family-friendly all-inclusive fishing charter business. We’ve nominated top 5 best charters in Charleston by the Post and Courier and hopes to keep it going! They offer light and heavy tackle guided fishing trips, inshore shallow water/nearshore deep water fishing charters, and harbor/eco-tours as well so you can take in all Charleston has to offer.
Tight Line Charters is locally owned and operated by Captain Jesse Riddle, a USCG-certified, licensed, and insured captain with an outstanding reputation. He is a true local and an avid angler in shallow and deep water and has been fishing low country waters for over 25 years and will take you to the some of most productive fishing grounds.
They will provide you with all fishing gear necessary, including baits and fishing licenses. You’ll be using all Penn gear and you’ll be targeting Redfish, Flounder, sharks, Trout, Sheepshead, and Black Drum inshore. Nearshore you’ll be targeting Snapper, Triggerfish, Grouper, Amberjack, Cobia, Kingfish, and more depending on the time of year. The weather is great for the most part year-round in the Southeast, which allows the fish to be active.
Fishing will take place aboard a 33’ Contender powered by new twin 250 HP Yamaha engines. These boats are of the absolute best tournament boats and are considered a staple in the fishing industry. The boat is equipped with all updated electronics and performance by Yamaha which gives a smooth, quiet, clean, and dry ride. It has ample dry storage room and seating, and an oversized T-top for ample shade.
Capt. Jesse has unparalleled knowledge of the area’s fisheries and species and loves to share his knowledge with his clients. You can keep the fish as long as it’s in the legal size limit, the capt. will clean them for you. An automatic 20% gratuity is added to any party of 5 or more.
NOTE: Departure times might vary, depending on the tide.
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (308)
+305Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
99%
Appropriate for children
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Caught fish
93%
Oct 18, 2024
5 Hour Trip – Inshore Fishing (AM)
Great Drum Day
Where ever I travel I try to fish. Tight Lines with Capt Jesse was amazing. We had not ideal conditions as it was windy but after our first stop Jesse moved the boat and “bang”. My rod bent. After catching a few big Drums he decided to move inside to protect us from the wind. He is extremely knowledgeable about the tides, conditions, and where the fish are located. Caught 14-15 Drums as well as a small shark, seabass and flounder. I’m hooked on Tight Lines. Capt Jesse is a true gentleman as he made sure my wife was comfortable during the trip as she just comes for the ride. Thanks again Jesse for your hospitality and making this memorable
Where ever I travel I try to fish. Tight Lines with Capt Jesse was amazing. We had not ideal conditions as it was windy but after...
Jul 23, 2025
5 Hour Trip – Inshore Fishing (PM)
Great Experience!!
Jesse is a great captain and everyone had a wonderful time. Everyone caught fish and there was a variety of fish caught. We would definitely use his company again next time we are in the area!
Jesse is a great captain and everyone had a wonderful time. Everyone caught fish and there was a variety of fish caught. We would...
May 17, 2025
4 Hour Trip – Inshore Fishing (PM)
Jesse was a great Captain
Jesse did his best to put us on fish even though it was a tough day. None of the other boats were catching fish, but we managed to get a shark and a big Red Drum.
Jesse did his best to put us on fish even though it was a tough day. None of the other boats were catching fish, but we managed...
Aug 31, 2024
4 Hour Trip – Inshore Fishing (AM)
Great trip
Celebrated 75th birthday with my sons, grandsons and son-in-law. What a great experience. Jesse put us on fish from the very first time we dropped lines. He worked hard to keep up with the 6 of us. It just got better and better throughout the trip. Two big thumbs up. Definitely recommend him
Celebrated 75th birthday with my sons, grandsons and son-in-law. What a great experience. Jesse put us on fish from the very first...
Jun 30, 2025
2 Hour Trip – Shark Fishing (AM)
Great experience
Jesse was a great captain his boat is immaculate, and very well kept. We enjoyed the fishing and will return
Jesse was a great captain his boat is immaculate, and very well kept. We enjoyed the fishing and will return
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (308)
+305Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
99%
Appropriate for children
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Caught fish
93%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great Drum Day
5 Hour Trip – Inshore Fishing (AM) on October 18, 2024
Where ever I travel I try to fish. Tight Lines with Capt Jesse was amazing. We had not ideal conditions as it was windy but after our first stop Jesse moved the boat and “bang”. My rod bent. After catching a few big Drums he decided to move inside to protect us from the wind. He is extremely knowledgeable about the tides, conditions, and where the fish are located. Caught 14-15 Drums as well as a small shark, seabass and flounder. I’m hooked on Tight Lines. Capt Jesse is a true gentleman as he made sure my wife was comfortable during the trip as she just comes for the ride. Thanks again Jesse for your hospitality and making this memorable
Where ever I travel I try to fish. Tight Lines with Capt Jesse was amazing. We had not ideal conditions as it was windy but after our first stop Jesse moved the boat and “bang”. My rod bent. After catching a few big Drums he decided to move inside to protect us from the wind. He is extremely knowledgeable about the tides, conditions, and where the fish are located. Caught 14-15 Drums as well as a small shark, seabass and flounder. I’m hooked on Tight Lines. Capt Jesse is a true gentleman as...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great Experience!!
5 Hour Trip – Inshore Fishing (PM) on July 23, 2025
Jesse is a great captain and everyone had a wonderful time. Everyone caught fish and there was a variety of fish caught. We would definitely use his company again next time we are in the area!
Jesse is a great captain and everyone had a wonderful time. Everyone caught fish and there was a variety of fish caught. We would definitely use his company again next time we are in the area!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Jesse was a great Captain
4 Hour Trip – Inshore Fishing (PM) on May 17, 2025
Jesse did his best to put us on fish even though it was a tough day. None of the other boats were catching fish, but we managed to get a shark and a big Red Drum.
Jesse did his best to put us on fish even though it was a tough day. None of the other boats were catching fish, but we managed to get a shark and a big Red Drum.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great trip
4 Hour Trip – Inshore Fishing (AM) on August 31, 2024
Celebrated 75th birthday with my sons, grandsons and son-in-law. What a great experience. Jesse put us on fish from the very first time we dropped lines. He worked hard to keep up with the 6 of us. It just got better and better throughout the trip. Two big thumbs up. Definitely recommend him
Celebrated 75th birthday with my sons, grandsons and son-in-law. What a great experience. Jesse put us on fish from the very first time we dropped lines. He worked hard to keep up with the 6 of us. It just got better and better throughout the trip. Two big thumbs up. Definitely recommend him
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great experience
2 Hour Trip – Shark Fishing (AM) on June 30, 2025
Jesse was a great captain his boat is immaculate, and very well kept. We enjoyed the fishing and will return
Jesse was a great captain his boat is immaculate, and very well kept. We enjoyed the fishing and will return
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