Mississippi · Gulf Coast
FLOUNDER FISHING
IN BILOXI
Biloxi is a solid destination for flounder fishing, with peak season in October and good catches in March, April, May. Book a charter and target flounder with local experts.
About Flounder Fishing in Biloxi
A prized flatfish found along sandy bottoms and structure. Excellent table fare and fun to catch on light tackle.
Flounder are unique flatfish that lie camouflaged on sandy or muddy bottoms, ambushing prey from below. Gulf flounder and Southern flounder are the primary species in southern waters, while Summer Flounder (fluke) dominates from the Carolinas northward. Both eyes migrate to the top (left) side as juveniles, creating their distinctive flat profile. The "eyed" side is brown-green with irregular spots and blotches that change to match the surrounding bottom — a remarkable camouflage ability.
Scientific name: Paralichthys albiguttata
Flounder Seasonal Calendar — Biloxi
Month-by-month availability for flounder in Biloxi, MS.
How to Catch Flounder in Biloxi
Techniques & Bait
Drifting live bull minnows (finger mullet or mud minnows) on a Carolina rig or knocker rig along sandy channel edges and drop-offs is the most productive method. Bounce a 1/4-3/8 oz jighead with a live minnow or Gulp! swimming mullet along the bottom near structure transitions (sand to mud, channel edges). "Flounder gigging" at night with underwater lights is popular in shallow bays. In passes and inlets, fishing the outgoing tide with live bait near the bottom produces the largest fish.
Recommended Tackle
Medium-light spinning rod (7 ft), 2500 reel, 10-15 lb braid, 20 lb fluorocarbon leader, 1/4-1/2 oz jig heads or Carolina rig with 1/0-3/0 wide-gap hooks. Patience is key — flounder often mouth the bait before committing, so wait for the second thump before setting the hook.
Best Inshore Fishing Spots in Biloxi
Top spots where local captains target flounder and other inshore species.
Back Bay of Biloxi
The Back Bay of Biloxi is a shallow tidal estuary stretching north behind the city, offering year-round inshore fishing for speckled trout, redfish, and flounder along its oyster-lined shorelines. The bay's grass beds and dock pilings concentrate baitfish on moving tides, creating prime ambush zones for predators. Fall and spring produce the most consistent action as fish push onto the flats to feed during mild water temperatures.
Deer Island Grass Flats
Deer Island sits just south of Biloxi's shoreline in Mississippi Sound, and its surrounding grass flats hold excellent populations of speckled trout, redfish, and flounder. The island's protected lee side provides calm-water fishing even when winds build across the open sound. Sight-casting to tailing redfish on the shallow sand and grass bottom around Deer Island is one of the premier inshore experiences on the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
Biloxi River Mouth
The Biloxi River empties into the Back Bay of Biloxi through a series of marshy bends and tidal creeks that hold redfish, speckled trout, and sheepshead year-round. The freshwater outflow creates a nutrient-rich mixing zone that sustains large populations of shrimp and mullet. Anglers work the river mouth's deeper bends and oyster shell points during falling tides when gamefish ambush baitfish flushing out of the marsh.
Point Cadet Harbor
Point Cadet Harbor at the eastern tip of the Biloxi peninsula provides sheltered inshore fishing around the marina docks, rock jetties, and bridge pilings that hold sheepshead, flounder, redfish, and black drum. The harbor's proximity to Mississippi Sound means fresh tidal water flushes through on each cycle, keeping baitfish populations healthy. Winter sheepshead fishing around the barnacle-crusted pilings is a local favorite that produces reliable catches.
Other Species in Biloxi
More fish you can target while visiting Biloxi.
Flounder Fishing in Biloxi — FAQ
The peak months for Flounder fishing in Biloxi are October. During these months, Flounder are most active and abundant in the Biloxi area.
Flounder fishing charters in Biloxi are typically inshore trips. Prices vary by trip duration and group size. Most charters include all gear, bait, licenses, and fish cleaning.
Drifting live bull minnows (finger mullet or mud minnows) on a Carolina rig or knocker rig along sandy channel edges and drop-offs is the most productive method. Bounce a 1/4-3/8 oz jighead with a live minnow or Gulp! swimming mullet along the bottom near structure transitions (sand to mud, channel edges). "Flounder gigging" at night with underwater lights is popular in shallow bays. In passes and inlets, fishing the outgoing tide with live bait near the bottom produces the largest fish.
No — when you book a charter in Biloxi, your captain provides all required Mississippi fishing licenses as part of the trip.
Flounder regulations in Mississippi include minimum size limits and bag limits that vary by season. Your captain will know the current regulations and ensure compliance.
While targeting Flounder in Biloxi, you may also catch Redfish, Sheepshead, Speckled Trout, Black Drum, Red Snapper. Many charter trips target multiple species for the best action.
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