Hi locals, just need a few quick pointers. I’ll be in Hilton Head Oct 17-24 and plan to do some yak fishing. I’m an avid kayak angler from Tennessee but haven’t fished for redfish in quite a long time. I’ll be staying at the Barony Beach Club resort so hopefully I can find good water close to there.
What is the difference in areas to fish if I’m fishing a low and rising tide vs a high and falling tide? On higher water should I focus on those winding canals leading into the marshes that I can see from Google Maps or focus on the much larger main canals near the grass? I know what lures to use, all I need is a little location advice for falling or rising tides depending on what time of day I go.
I’m targeting mainly redfish and specks and don’t care at all about trophy sized fish, I’d be plenty happy with slot sized fish for the table. Same with trout, so I’m not looking for anyone’s secret trophy waters. I just want to give my drag a good workout and put a few meals on the table while we’re there. Also, do I primarily want to fish falling tides or can rising tides be productive too?
If anyone wants to do some yak fishing during that time and wants a fishing buddy, feel free to hit me up.
