Captain
Thomas Melton

Member since June 2025 Mount Pleasant, United States
Background
Captain Tom Melton was born and raised in Charleston, South Carolina, and has spent most of his life fishing the local waters. With a deep knowledge of Charleston’s waterways and a true passion for the sport, Captain Tom enjoys sharing his expertise and helping others experience the excitement of fishing. Dedicated to delivering both success and enjoyment on the water, he proudly offers a full money-back guarantee if no fish are caught during a guided trip. Guests will fish from a brand-new Pathfinder bay boat designed specifically for inshore and nearshore fishing adventures and use top-quality equipment, including St. Croix rods and Shimano reels. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or new to the sport, Captain Tom ensures every trip is an opportunity to explore Charleston’s scenic marshes, learn new skills, and most importantly, catch fish.
Techniques
Captain Toms favorite style of fishing is Spotted Seatrout fishing in the cooler months with light tackle. He also loves sightfishing Redfish on light tackle.

Hey, I'm Captain Thomas Melton

Mount Pleasant, United States
Background
Captain Tom Melton was born and raised in Charleston, South Carolina, and has spent most of his life fishing the local waters. With a deep knowledge of Charleston’s waterways and a true passion for the sport, Captain Tom enjoys sharing his expertise and helping others experience the excitement of fishing. Dedicated to delivering both success and enjoyment on the water, he proudly offers a full money-back guarantee if no fish are caught during a guided trip. Guests will fish from a brand-new Pathfinder bay boat designed specifically for inshore and nearshore fishing adventures and use top-quality equipment, including St. Croix rods and Shimano reels. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or new to the sport, Captain Tom ensures every trip is an opportunity to explore Charleston’s scenic marshes, learn new skills, and most importantly, catch fish.
Techniques
Captain Toms favorite style of fishing is Spotted Seatrout fishing in the cooler months with light tackle. He also loves sightfishing Redfish on light tackle.

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Kris F.
Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina
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Great day on the water!

Half Day Trip Multi Species on September 13, 2024
Captain Thomas really knows where the fish are! We caught a ton of redfish we lost count. He has a great boat and really knows...
Kris F. recommends Melton Angling Charters
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