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Steady Summer Bite for Reds, Trout & Flounder Along Georgia’s Coastal Creeks
Midway Historic District - Liberty, GA
The inshore bite around Midway, GA is heating up with the summer pattern settling in. Anglers fishing the creeks, marsh edges, and deeper bends of the Medway and Jerico Rivers are seeing solid action—especially during the early morning or late evening tides when water temps are cooler.
Speckled trout are biting well on live shrimp under popping corks, particularly around grassy points and oyster bars on a moving tide. Most of the catches are in the 14–18” range, with some larger ones mixed in. Soft plastics in natural colors are also producing, especially during the outgoing tide.
Redfish (slot and over-slot) are cruising the flooded grass on higher tides. Sight fishing has been productive for those using gold spoons, Gulp shrimp, or cut mullet fished near the grass edges. Lower tides are also revealing tailing reds in the creeks and mud flats, offering great opportunities for casting artificials or soaking bait.
Flounder have made a steady showing, especially near creek mouths and along sandy drop-offs. Finger mullet and mud minnows on a Carolina rig have been the top producers, with most flatfish falling in the 14–18” range.
Water clarity has been decent with the tides settling down, but recent afternoon storms can still stir things up—so check your timing. Mosquitoes and no-see-ums are out in force, so bring spray and stay prepared.
Overall, the inshore action is strong and should remain solid through the rest of June. This is a great time to fish Midway’s scenic tidal waters before the peak heat of July rolls in.