Mudbug Charters offers inshore and nearshore fishing trips out of Johns Island, South Carolina, led by Captain Danny Carrier, who grew up on a small Lowcountry island and has spent his life pursuing fish in both the local marshes and the mountains. After a decade working the corporate side of the fishing and outdoor industry, Danny transitioned to guiding full-time to spend more of his working hours on the water and more time with his young family afterward.

With a strong fly fishing background, Danny focuses primarily on shallow water fishing, even when bait fishing from the comfort of his larger boat — most of the time, guests can actually see the fish before they catch them. Trips target Redfish, Spotted Seatrout, Flounder, Sheepshead, King Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel, Cobia, and Black Sea Bass in the marshes and nearshore reefs around Charleston and the surrounding waters.

Teaching is one of Danny’s favorite parts of the job, and he genuinely enjoys having kids and beginners aboard alongside seasoned anglers looking to branch out and learn something new. With 25 five-star reviews, Mudbug Charters has built a strong local reputation for a personable, education-focused fishing experience.

For anglers looking for a shallow-water, sight-fishing-focused inshore or nearshore charter around Johns Island and Charleston, Mudbug Charters offers a highly reviewed operation with Captain Danny Carrier.