Captain
Brian Garris

Member since February 2017 Mount Pleasant, United States
Background
Captain Brian Garris grew up in the Wando River, where he used to fish the waters of the Lowcounty from his father’s dock. Brian has gained a vast knowledge about the local waters, as well as of Charleston Harbor, Cooper River, and Intercostal Waterway, living on the water as a child. He is a U.S.C.G. certified 50 Ton Master Captain and is one of the founders of the East Cooper Fishing Club, an organization founded to help others become better fishermen while giving back to the local community.

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Mount Pleasant, United States
Background
Captain Brian Garris grew up in the Wando River, where he used to fish the waters of the Lowcounty from his father’s dock. Brian has gained a vast knowledge about the local waters, as well as of Charleston Harbor, Cooper River, and Intercostal Waterway, living on the water as a child. He is a U.S.C.G. certified 50 Ton Master Captain and is one of the founders of the East Cooper Fishing Club, an organization founded to help others become better fishermen while giving back to the local community.
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(428 reviews)
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Mount Pleasant
 5 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $450

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 428 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (515)
A great morning of fishing!
Boys day out!
Boys day out!
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
98%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
93%
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Bridgette S.
Excellent
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Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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July fishing trip

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip - Inshore PM on July 3, 2025
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Jason S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Brian

VERIFIED   NEW  6 Hour Trip - Inshore AM on July 1, 2025
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Mary M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Great Day on the water

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip - Inshore AM on October 23, 2024
Captain Brian was great! He put us right on the fish. He was very patient and helpful with my grandson. His equipment is topnotch....
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Nick V.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
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5.0 / 5
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Great times tight lines

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip - Inshore AM on October 14, 2024
Captain kept us informed, we met on time, then it was time for fishing!ย  Caught a lot and kept a few, sizes had a wide range.ย ...
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Darren G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great day with a great guide

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip - Inshore AM on August 13, 2024
My 2 sons and I went on a half day morning trip with Brian. He was very knowledgeable and easy to get along with. In all, we...
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