FISHING CHARTERS & PRIVATE BOAT TOURS
Family-friendly fishing, eco tours, and coastal adventures led by a local captain in Folly Beach | Charleston | Kiawah Island
Tight Line Outfitters offers premier inshore and nearshore fishing charters plus specialty trips departing from Folly Beach, SC. We welcome anglers of all experience levels and focus on light-tackle, hands-on adventures through the Lowcountry’s unique waterways.
Every charter includes a guided eco experience highlighting local wildlife and coastal history — delivering a personalized, unforgettable day on the water.
Choose Your Adventure
Private fishing charters and coastal excursions throughout the Charleston Lowcountry.
Inshore Fishing Charters
Fish the creeks, rivers, and salt marshes targeting redfish, trout, flounder, and other seasonal species.
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Nearshore Fishing Charters
Explore nearshore waters, reefs, and wrecks just off the Charleston coast for cobia, Spanish mackerel, redfish, and more.
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Sunset Eco Cruises
A relaxed evening cruise through scenic waterways highlighting salt marsh ecology, wildlife, and Lowcountry views at sunset.
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Shark Teeth & Fossil Charters
Visit remote barrier islands to search for fossilized shark teeth and Ice Age remains with a knowledgeable guide.
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Bachelor/Bachelorette, Custom & Specialty Charters
Fully customized private trips including group outings, bachelor and bachelorette parties, and specialty experiences tailored to your needs.
NEW: Hook & Feast Fishing Experience
Our signature all-in-one adventure combining a guided fishing charter, waterfront dining, and a sunset eco cruise. Fish Charleston waters, enjoy a coastal meal, and cruise home at golden hour — all in one unforgettable trip.
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Catch of the Day
Real guests. Real catches. Every trip is private and fully guided.
What Guests Are Saying About Us
★★★★★ 5.0 Rating on Google
“My son (9) and I fished with Will just yesterday and the memories of that day will last a lifetime. Capt. Will is a Captain's Captain. A doctor's doctor. A renaissance man in every sense of the word. He not only loves what he does, he knows and shares his love of the deep biology and instills the importance of keeping it all going through conservation by making it a fun subject. We caught plenty of fish, including spotted sea trout and redfish and now that I see he's doing shark tooth trips on his website, I'm planning that next date with my wife.”
— Jackson W., Google Review
CAPTAIN
William McKenzie
Meet Captain “Redfish Wild” Bill — Your Charleston Fishing Guide
Captain Bill is a licensed U.S. Coast Guard captain and the full-time owner and operator of Tight Line Outfitters in Folly Beach, SC. CPR and Wilderness First Aid certified, he runs safe, professional trips for anglers of all experience levels.
Born in the foothills of North Carolina, Bill started fishing early on his grandfather’s farm. After moving to South Florida at age 12, his passion accelerated — especially after landing his first tarpon at 13.
He later studied Outdoor Education and Wilderness Leadership and spent his free time guiding fly fishing trips for wild brook, brown, and rainbow trout. That background eventually brought him to Charleston’s inshore waters, where he founded Tight Line Outfitters in 2015.
Captain Bill isn’t a part-time guide — fishing is his career and lifelong pursuit. With experience across freshwater and saltwater fisheries and a strong focus on conservation and local ecology, every trip delivers more than just fish: it’s a true Lowcountry on-the-water experience.
Goose
The Goose is a comfortable 25-foot Sea Hunt BX BR bay boat powered by a Yamaha 300 and equipped with a Minn Kota trolling motor and 12-foot Minn Kota Talon shallow water anchor system. This setup allows us to position quietly and precisely, putting anglers on fish faster.
Designed for a smooth, confident ride, the Goose handles a wide range of conditions with ease — from inshore creeks and flats to nearshore reefs. With generous casting space at both the bow and stern, anglers fish comfortably and safely.
The boat features ample storage for gear and personal items, along with an onboard cooler for drinks and snacks. Water and ice are always provided on Folly Beach fishing charters and other excursions.
FISHING IN THE LOWCOUNTRY
Top Inshore & Nearshore Fishing Charters in Charleston, Folly Beach & Kiawah
Charleston’s creeks, rivers, marshes, and nearshore waters create one of the East Coast’s most productive fisheries. Tight Line Outfitters offers guided inshore and nearshore fishing charters departing from Folly Beach, with access to Charleston and Kiawah Island waters.
- Inshore trips target red drum (redfish), black drum, spotted sea trout, flounder, and more—plus trophy bull reds when conditions align.
- Nearshore trips explore reefs, wrecks, and structure that hold cobia, amberjack, Spanish mackerel, false albacore, and spadefish.
- Every trip is hands-on and guided, with local insight into the Lowcountry’s wildlife and coastal history.
Whether you’re new to fishing or chasing a bucket-list catch, we’ll tailor the day to your group and the conditions.
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