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)
Angler's choice
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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Jim S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Limited out on Reds

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip - Inshore AM on April 25, 2025
Captain Brian worked hard and put us on the fish! Great day
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David W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Lotsa Redfish!!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip - Inshore PM on December 14, 2024
Captain Brian kept us on the fish all day and kept finding bigger fish as the trip progressed. By far the best day of redfishing...
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Jim R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip - Inshore AM on September 24, 2024
Had blast! Capt. Brian is a great guy. He is ย  knows where the fish are and works to help you catch them. Caught redfish and...
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Henry S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
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Excellent!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip - Inshore PM on August 19, 2024
We took a chance on an afternoon in August and Brian did not disappoint!ย  A wonderful boat ride and several stops so we all...
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Travis J.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip - Inshore PM on June 17, 2025
We had a great time with Brian! He was personable and a good time to be around. We would definitely recommend booking a charter...
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