Meet the Guide
Guide Gage Vaughn
Tarpon Springs, FL Guided Fishing Trip
Southern Cut Charters is a top-rated fishing charter based in Tarpon Springs, FL, offering expert-guided inshore adventures specializing in light tackle and fly fishing. Led by Captain Gage Vaughn, who has years of experience fishing the Gulf Coast, each trip is tailored to deliver a personalized, productive day on the water. Whether you're targeting Redfish along the flats, stalking Snook under mangroves, or sight-casting for Tarpon in the summer months, Captain Gage brings the knowledge and skill to get you hooked up. His shallow-draft 18' Ankona skiff is ideal for navigating local waters and provides a smooth ride for up to two anglers.
Southern Cut Charters offers half-day, full-day, and evening dock light trips for anglers of all experience levels—from beginners to seasoned fly fishers. The Tarpon Springs fishery is rich with opportunity, and species like Tripletail, Mangrove Snapper, Black Drum, Ladyfish, and Sheepshead are common catches, depending on season and conditions. All gear, licensing, and essentials are included, so you can focus on fishing. With a local captain who knows every inch of the flats and backcountry, Southern Cut Charters delivers an authentic Gulf Coast fishing experience built on expertise, professionalism, and passion for the water.