{"id":12399,"date":"2020-02-04T15:34:00","date_gmt":"2020-02-04T14:34:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/blog\/?p=12399"},"modified":"2026-04-06T16:33:03","modified_gmt":"2026-04-06T16:33:03","slug":"myrtle-beach-fishing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/blog\/myrtle-beach-fishing\/","title":{"rendered":"Myrtle Beach Fishing: The Complete Guide for 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 8<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><p>Few places in the country can compare to the fishing Mecca that is <a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/destinations\/location\/us\/SC\/myrtle-beach\/?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=12399\">Myrtle Beach<\/a>. Located on a stunning 60-mile-long coastal strip on the Atlantic, this place is perfectly suited for an angling adventure. The city might be just over 60 years old, but fishing in Myrtle Beach has already reached legendary heights. What is it that makes this place so special?<\/p><script src=\"https:\/\/fast.wistia.com\/player.js\" async><\/script><script src=\"https:\/\/fast.wistia.com\/embed\/gx6t656j3m.js\" async type=\"module\"><\/script><style>wistia-player[media-id='gx6t656j3m']:not(:defined) { background: center \/ contain no-repeat url('https:\/\/fast.wistia.com\/embed\/medias\/gx6t656j3m\/swatch'); display: block; filter: blur(5px); padding-top:56.25%; }<\/style><wistia-player media-id=\"gx6t656j3m\" aspect=\"1.7777777777777777\"><div class=\"wistia_preload_transcript_outer_wrapper\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 100%; display:flex; justify-content:center; align-items: center; margin-top:-56.25%;\"><div class=\"wistia_preload_transcript_inner_wrapper\" style=\" overflow: auto;\"><p class=\"wistia_preload_transcript_text\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\" style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 5px !important;\">Hey guys, it&rsquo;s Mark, and today we&rsquo;ll be heading down to the world-famous &ldquo;Grand Strand&rdquo; to check out one of the hottest fishing spots in South Carolina.\r\n\r\nThis video will focus on the northern part of&nbsp;the state, specifically the region between Little&nbsp;River and Murrells Inlet. We&rsquo;ll highlight some of the key features of fishing in South Carolina. We&rsquo;ll hear from some of our local captains who will give us the inside scoop on what to expect, what you can catch, and how to best plan for your trip.\r\n\r\nWith over 180 miles of subtropical coastline, South Carolina is determined to uphold its reputation as one of America&rsquo;s top fishing destinations. From Myrtle Beach to Charleston and all the way down to Hilton Head Island, this state has a little bit of everything for every type of angler.\r\n\r\nOur first stop along the &ldquo;Grand Strand&rdquo; is Little River. It&rsquo;s a historic fishing village and one of the oldest communities on the Strand.\r\n\r\nIt&rsquo;s a nice, quiet area, things move a bit slower here, and people are typically friendly, laid back, and easy going. It&rsquo;s the ideal spot for a relaxing inshore fishing trip. You can also do things like sightseeing on horseback or take a nice boat cruise along the coast. There are also a bunch of cool events you can check out like the Blue Crab Festival, Shrimp and Jazz Festival, and Little River Oktoberfest.\r\n\r\nSo there are a ton of things to do with the family and it&rsquo;s definitely worth checking out on a day trip or even a couple of days if you have the time.\r\n\r\nLittle River is great for fishing, we&rsquo;re a short little ride out to the jetties. We have great backcountry estuaries, as you can see. It&rsquo;s great for offshore fishing as well.\r\n\r\nHere at Any Tide, we definitely just concentrate on all the inshore stuff but you know, if you want to do the inshore thing and the offshore, that&rsquo;s great as well. Little River is a small town with a proud fishing tradition. The Intracoastal Waterway and its many winding creeks create a sheltered environment for many types of gamefish. The Little River, the river that carries the town&rsquo;s name, holds a wide range of inshore species as well.\r\n\r\nHere, you can hook up with Redfish, Speckled Trout, Striped Bass, and many more.\r\n\r\nNow, if you move just a few miles down the coast, you&rsquo;ll hit North Myrtle Beach. This town is known for its great beaches, beautiful scenery, awesome nightlife, and quite frankly some of the best fishing along the East Coast. You&rsquo;ve&nbsp;got over 15 miles of beach, three popular piers, and a boatload of charters this town&rsquo;s&nbsp;got a little bit of everything for everyone.\r\n\r\nThe backwaters and inlets of North Myrtle Beach host a variety of fish year-round, including Flounder, Redfish, and Trout. Further out into the ocean&nbsp;you can pursue even bigger game, such as&nbsp;Sharks, Kingfish, Barracuda, and Cobia.\r\n\r\nAbout 16 miles south of North Myrtle, you&rsquo;ve got Myrtle Beach, which is right at the center of the &ldquo;Grand Strand.&rdquo; It&rsquo;s one of the most&nbsp;popular tourism hubs of South Carolina and has over 14 million visitors each year.\r\n\r\nThere&rsquo;s tons of stuff to do like check out the boardwalk, restaurants, bars, you name it. Like its neighbor to the North, it also has a great nightlife and bar scene as well. In terms of fishing, diversity is the name of the game. Inshore, you can expect to catch a lot of the same species we mentioned earlier, including Pompano and Tarpon.\r\n\r\nThere are also plenty of reefs dotted along the coast that are teeming with lots of bottom species. Here, you can catch Snapper, Spanish Mackerel, and the list goes on. If you&rsquo;re up for an even tougher challenge, you can head 40 miles off the coast and hit the Gulf Stream for an epic offshore adventure. This powerful current funnels in enormous migratory fish, making the chase that much more exciting.\r\n\r\nYou can troll for Mahi Mahi,&nbsp;Wahoo, Tuna, and many other large pelagic species.\r\n\r\nOur last stop along the &ldquo;Grand Strand&rdquo; is Murrells Inlet. It&rsquo;s described by locals as &ldquo;a small drinking town with a big fishing problem.&rdquo; Basically, a drinking village with a fishing problem.\r\n\r\nIt&rsquo;s a popular family destination, famous for its great air quality, beaches, and supposedly for being home to the best seafood in South Carolina. On top of that, the fishing is phenomenal just as it is on the rest of the &ldquo;Grand Strand,&rdquo; so it&rsquo;s definitely worth checking out if you&rsquo;re already in the area or passing by.\r\n\r\nWhat sets us apart from everybody else is the fact that there&rsquo;s so much to do. People come here on vacation to sit on the beach, they come here to fish, we have great offshore fishing.\r\n\r\nWe&rsquo;re famous for, you know, Blue Marlin tournaments, back in the day. Also, our inshore fishing is incredible. There are local Redfish tours and stuff like that, so we&rsquo;ve got a little bit of a mixture of inshore and offshore which makes us very unique over, you know, other fishing destinations. With access to a wide network of rivers, creeks, and inlets, you can experience some of the most scenic backcountry fishing that South Carolina has to offer.\r\n\r\nSince these are some of the only waters along the coast that aren&rsquo;t connected to the Intracoastal Waterway, they are especially clean and healthy. After a long day of fishing, you can check out the famous Marsh Walk and enjoy the local cuisine, have a few drinks, and mingle with the friendly locals. If one thing is for sure, South Carolinians know how to show their visitors a heck of a good time. No matter where you choose to go fishing in South Carolina you can&rsquo;t go wrong.\r\n\r\nThe &ldquo;Grand Strand&rdquo; is no exception, it&rsquo;s incredibly diverse and has tons of options and opportunities to get hooked up. With about 150 charters to choose from on FishingBooker, you can plan your adventure without the hassle.\r\n\r\nAll fishing charters in South Carolina are licensed to cover everyone on board, so there&rsquo;s no need to purchase a license on your own. Bait and tackle are usually included in the price as well, so just be sure to bring some sunscreen, a hat, and snacks and drinks for the ride.\r\n\r\nYou&rsquo;re also covered if you&rsquo;re fishing off a pier, however, if you&rsquo;re fishing from the beach you will need to purchase a license.\r\n\r\nFishingBooker makes planning your trip extra easy &ndash; with hundreds of local guides, verified reviews, and hassle-free online bookings, you&#039;ll save time and money, and experience an exciting day on the water. So go ahead and visit fishingbooker.com, take a look at the charters in the area, and start planning your adventure today!<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/wistia-player><p>Well, for one, being on a strip of land right on the Atlantic certainly helps. The Gulf Stream passes just close enough for the city to experience the best of what the Atlantic has to offer. Things are equally as exciting in inshore waters. Here, the local bays, inlets, and rivers keep the bite going throughout the year.<\/p><p>Fishing in Myrtle Beach has so much to offer, it can make your head spin. With this guide, we&rsquo;ll make things a bit easier for you. You&rsquo;ll learn about the area&rsquo;s top species and where to catch them. You&rsquo;ll also see what types of fishing Myrtle Beach has to offer, as well as what the current fishing regulations are. Let&rsquo;s dive in.<\/p><h2 id=\"best-fish-to-catch-in-myrtle-beach\">Best Fish to Catch in Myrtle Beach<\/h2><p>When it comes to fishing in Myrtle Beach, variety is the name of the game. From the grassy flats to the open ocean, the options are seemingly endless. Here are some of the best species you can catch.<\/p><h3 id=\"red-drum\">Red Drum<\/h3><p>A true staple in these parts, <a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/fish\/redfish\/us\/SC\/myrtle-beach?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=12399\">Red Drum<\/a> is an inshore fisher&rsquo;s favorite. These guys are abundant, and you can catch them pretty much year-round. Reds will eagerly take your bait, but they&rsquo;ll also put up a good fight at the same time.&nbsp;<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/08\/14140853\/26aab457e4b1ff65c2f964d014e016dd-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"Three anglers standing on a fishing boat, each holding a large Redfish, with water behind them.\" class=\"wp-image-39022\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/08\/14140853\/26aab457e4b1ff65c2f964d014e016dd-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/08\/14140853\/26aab457e4b1ff65c2f964d014e016dd-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/08\/14140853\/26aab457e4b1ff65c2f964d014e016dd-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/08\/14140853\/26aab457e4b1ff65c2f964d014e016dd-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/08\/14140853\/26aab457e4b1ff65c2f964d014e016dd-2048x1536.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div><p>You can catch Red Drum in waters as shallow as 5 feet. Look for them around creeks, shallow bays, and oyster bars. <strong>Light spinning tackle<\/strong> is all you need for these guys, but you can also try to catch them on the fly.&nbsp;<\/p><div class='featured-charters-container' data-trigger='featured-charters' data-destination-id='199' data-destination-title='Myrtle Beach' data-perpage='4' data-currency='USD'data-filter-field='fishFilter'data-filter-value='redfish'data-headline='Top Redfish Fishing Charters in Myrtle Beach'data-add-type='m'><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p><h3 id=\"tarpon\">Tarpon<\/h3><p>Some say that catching a Tarpon is the ultimate <a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/fishing-type\/inshore\/us\/SC\/myrtle-beach?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=12399\">inshore fishing<\/a> achievement. Known for its leaping acrobatics, the &#8220;Silver King&#8221; is one of the hardest-fighting fish out there. Myrtle Beach Tarpon average around 100 pounds, but they can often top the 150-pound mark.<\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/fish\/tarpon\/us\/SC\/myrtle-beach?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=12399\">Tarpon fishing<\/a> heats up around <strong>late May<\/strong> when the schools of baitfish draw the Silver King to the shallows. The bite continues all <strong>summer<\/strong>, <strong>ending in mid-September<\/strong>. They have another shorter run in <strong>winter<\/strong>, during <strong>January<\/strong> <strong>and<\/strong> <strong>February<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/08\/14140850\/Tarpon-1024x768.png\" alt=\"A man on a boat pulling out a large Tarpon out of the water, Myrtle Beach.\" class=\"wp-image-39024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/08\/14140850\/Tarpon-1024x768.png 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/08\/14140850\/Tarpon-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/08\/14140850\/Tarpon-768x576.png 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/08\/14140850\/Tarpon-1536x1152.png 1536w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/08\/14140850\/Tarpon-2048x1536.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div><p>Tarpon tend to keep away from busy waters, so it&rsquo;s best to look for them around beaches and estuaries to the south. To find the best spots, an experienced local guide is essential.<\/p><h3 id=\"spanish-mackerel\">Spanish Mackerel<\/h3><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2019\/06\/14152434\/spanish-mackerel-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"An angler at the back of a fishing boat holding up an Atlantic Spanish Mackerel. The waves from the boat's wake are visible behind him.\" class=\"wp-image-7812\"><\/figure><\/div><p>For anglers looking to hook as many fish as possible, <a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/fish\/spanish-mackerel\/us\/SC\/myrtle-beach?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=12399\">Spanish Mackerel<\/a> are the ideal choice. They like to swim in groups, so find one, and you&rsquo;ll be in for a treat. They are fantastic light tackle fish, with a penchant for inhaling sardines and shrimp.<\/p><p>Spaniards aren&rsquo;t huge, but they make up for it with numbers and a lively attitude. They feed near the surface, meaning that you&rsquo;ll be able to see all the action as it unfolds. If you happen to land a legally-sized Spaniard, you&rsquo;ll be in for a tasty meal.<\/p><h3 id=\"cobia\">Cobia<\/h3><p>Fishing for Cobia is on top of many <a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/blog\/south-carolina-fishing\/\">South Carolina<\/a> anglers&rsquo; lists, and it&rsquo;s easy to see why. Number one, they&rsquo;re incredibly stubborn fighters. Number two, they are aggressive feeders, taking pretty much anything you throw at them. Last but not least, they make for excellent table fare.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"680\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2019\/12\/14151406\/Hilton-Head-Cobia-2-1024x680.jpg\" alt=\"A man and a boy standing on a fishing boat, holding a Mahi Mahi, with open waters and blue skies behind them\" class=\"wp-image-11428\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2019\/12\/14151406\/Hilton-Head-Cobia-2-1024x680.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2019\/12\/14151406\/Hilton-Head-Cobia-2-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2019\/12\/14151406\/Hilton-Head-Cobia-2-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2019\/12\/14151406\/Hilton-Head-Cobia-2.jpg 1100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><p>Cobia like to swim around nearshore reefs, looking around underwater structure for bait fish. That means you can catch these guys within just a few miles off the coast. The best time to catch Cobia is <strong>late spring through the end of summer<\/strong>.<\/p><h3 id=\"mahi-mahi\">Mahi Mahi<\/h3><p><a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/fishing-type\/offshore\/us\/SC\/myrtle-beach?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=12399\">Offshore fishing in Myrtle Beach<\/a> is all about big tasty fish. For anglers looking to complete their outing with a memorable seafood dinner, there&rsquo;s simply nothing better. If this is you, look no further than the colorful <a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/fish\/dolphin-mahi-mahi\/us\/SC\/myrtle-beach?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=12399\">Mahi Mahi<\/a>. Mahi (Dolphin) is not only a beautiful fish, but it&rsquo;s also fun to catch, and it&rsquo;s perfect on the grill.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"765\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150825\/mahi-myrtle-beach-1024x765.jpg\" alt=\"A boy and a young angler holding a Mahi Mahi on a fishing boat\" class=\"wp-image-12413\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150825\/mahi-myrtle-beach-1024x765.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150825\/mahi-myrtle-beach-300x224.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150825\/mahi-myrtle-beach-768x574.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150825\/mahi-myrtle-beach-1536x1147.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150825\/mahi-myrtle-beach-2048x1530.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><p>To find Mahi, you&rsquo;ll need a bigger boat, because you&rsquo;ll be going at least 15 miles offshore. You can catch them in a variety of ways, but most people like to troll with artificial lures. The best time to catch these boys is <strong>from early May through September<\/strong>.<\/p><p>These are just some of the species you can catch in Myrtle Beach. In truth, we could write a whole book on all the fish you can catch here. Before we move on, let&rsquo;s give out a few honorable mentions. Inshore species: Speckled Trout, Flounder, Pompano, Whiting. Offshore: Wahoo, Blackfin Tuna, Yellowfin Tuna, and Sailfish.&nbsp;<\/p><h2 id=\"how-to-go-fishing-in-myrtle-beach\">How to Go Fishing in Myrtle Beach<\/h2><p>Myrtle Beach is blessed with an array of plentiful waterways. Depending on where you&rsquo;re wetting your line, you&rsquo;ll have three types of fishing to choose from. Here&rsquo;s what you can expect from each one.<\/p><h3 id=\"charter-fishing\">Charter Fishing<\/h3><p>Hopping on a <a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/charters\/search\/us\/SC?search_location=myrtle-beach&amp;utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=12399\">fishing charter in Myrtle Beach<\/a> is the best way to get your hands on the fish of your dreams. You&rsquo;ll not only be able to reach deeper waters and bigger fish, but you&rsquo;ll also have your guide&rsquo;s expertise. That means no time wasted guessing where the productive spots are. It also means that you&rsquo;ll have all the gear you&rsquo;ll need, as well as all the amenities the boat has to offer.&nbsp;<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150828\/boat-myrtle-beach-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"A center console fishing boat moored near Myrtle Beach, with two men on it, and houses in the background \" class=\"wp-image-12407\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150828\/boat-myrtle-beach-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150828\/boat-myrtle-beach-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150828\/boat-myrtle-beach-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150828\/boat-myrtle-beach-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150828\/boat-myrtle-beach-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><p>There are two types of fishing charters you can get: shared and private. A shared fishing charter is a lot more affordable and is the cheapest way to try deep sea fishing. It comes at a price, however. You&rsquo;ll be sharing the boat with a number of other people, and your guide will have limited time to show you the ropes.&nbsp;<\/p><p>A private charter is a pricier option, but it gives you quality gear and plenty of room on board, as well as your guide&rsquo;s undivided attention. If you want to experience fishing in Myrtle Beach at its fullest, this is the way to go.<\/p><div class='featured-charters-container' data-trigger='featured-charters' data-destination-id='199' data-destination-title='Myrtle Beach' data-perpage='4' data-currency='USD'data-filter-field=''data-filter-value=''data-headline='Top Fishing Charters in Myrtle Beach'data-add-type='m'><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p><h3 id=\"kayak-fishing\">Kayak Fishing<\/h3><p>Kayak fishing trips are becoming increasingly popular around Myrtle Beach, and it&rsquo;s easy to see why. Kayaks allow you to experience South Carolina&rsquo;s beautiful inshore waterways up close. They also let you slip into some of the best fishing spots completely unnoticed.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"869\" height=\"652\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150826\/kayak-fishing-1.jpg\" alt=\"An angler holding a rod and a net, fishing from a kayak, with water and greenery behind him\" class=\"wp-image-12411\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150826\/kayak-fishing-1.jpg 869w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150826\/kayak-fishing-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150826\/kayak-fishing-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 869px) 100vw, 869px\" \/><\/figure><p>Some of the species you can catch from a kayak include <strong>Croaker<\/strong>, <strong>Red Drum,<\/strong> <strong>Flounder<\/strong>, <strong>Whiting<\/strong>, and <strong>Bluefish<\/strong>. There are plenty of kayak rentals around town, but if you want the complete experience, seek out a kayak fishing guide, and fish the day away!<\/p><h3 id=\"shore-fishing\">Shore Fishing<\/h3><p>Shore angling is the easiest and cheapest way to experience fishing around Myrtle Beach. It also gives you the flexibility to fish on your own terms. You can choose to escape the crowds and wet a line from one of the many beaches and estuaries.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"668\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150823\/myrtle-beach1-1024x668.jpg\" alt=\"A view of the empty Myrtle Beach Fishing Pier 14\" class=\"wp-image-12415\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150823\/myrtle-beach1-1024x668.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150823\/myrtle-beach1-300x196.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150823\/myrtle-beach1-768x501.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150823\/myrtle-beach1-1536x1002.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150823\/myrtle-beach1-2048x1335.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><p>Alternatively, you can try fishing from one of the local <a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/blog\/myrtle-beach-fishing-piers\/\">fishing piers<\/a>. The good thing about pier fishing is that it&#8217;s a combination of flexibility and comfort. Most piers are open day and night, so you can fish whenever you want. More importantly, a lot of them offer well-equipped bait and tackle shops, so your gear needs are covered, too.<\/p><div class='reviews-fetcher-container' data-destination-id='199' data-destination-title='Myrtle Beach' data-category-title='' data-category='' data-category-id='' data-trigger='reviews-fetcher' data-viewport-event='view_reviews_fetcher' data-action='In viewport' data-viewport-category='Reviews' data-label=''>\n                    <h3>What anglers said about fishing in Myrtle Beach<\/h3>\n                <\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p><h2 id=\"myrtle-beach-fishing-spots\">Myrtle Beach Fishing Spots<\/h2><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150831\/anglers-with-fish-myrtle-beach-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"A group of anglers holding King Mackerel of all sizes on a fishing boat near Myrtle Beach.\" class=\"wp-image-12405\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150831\/anglers-with-fish-myrtle-beach-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150831\/anglers-with-fish-myrtle-beach-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150831\/anglers-with-fish-myrtle-beach-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150831\/anglers-with-fish-myrtle-beach-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150831\/anglers-with-fish-myrtle-beach-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Jim Caudle Reef:<\/strong> Covering several acres in just 30 feet of water, the Jim Caudle is the largest artificial reef in South Carolina. It&rsquo;s made from hundreds of steel and concrete objects, making it a bonafide fish magnet. You can catch Flounder, Cobia, King Mackerel, and Wahoo to name a few. The best part is, that the reef is just over two miles from the coast.<\/li>\n<\/ul><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Pawley&rsquo;s Island:<\/strong> A barrier island 20 miles south of town, this is the perfect spot for kayak fishing. It&rsquo;s also great for shore fishing away from the crowds. Catches include Spot, Flounder, Speckled Trout, Weakfish, and Spanish Mackerel.<\/li>\n<\/ul><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Apache Pier:<\/strong> A 1,206&#8242; pier, giving access to the Atlantic. The pier features a tackle shop, a restaurant, restrooms, and a concession store. The pier has its own parking lot. Catches include Spot, Black Drum, and the occasional Spanish Mackerel.<\/li>\n<\/ul><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Pier 14:<\/strong> Great fishing right in the middle of the city. You can catch Spot and Black Drum. There&rsquo;s a fish cleaning station on the pier, as well as restrooms and a tackle shop. The pier is home to one of the best seafood restaurants in town, with a comfortable lounge area.<\/li>\n<\/ul><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The Gulf Stream:<\/strong> You can&rsquo;t have a list of places to fish in Myrtle Beach without mentioning the Gulf Stream. While technically not a &ldquo;spot,&#8221; the Gulf Stream is the place to go if you&rsquo;re serious about offshore fishing. You&rsquo;ll be going at least 40 miles out, hunting Mahi, Wahoo, Yellowfins, Sailfish, and others.<\/li>\n<\/ul><h2 id=\"when-to-go-fishing-in-myrtle-beach\">When to Go Fishing in Myrtle Beach<\/h2><p>Fishing in Myrtle Beach is always a good idea. Whenever you hit these waters, a fish will bite. However, if you want to boost your odds of reeling in the exact fish you had in mind or landing a trophy, align your fishing trip with your target&rsquo;s high season.<\/p><p>Let&#8217;s take Redfish as an example to give you an idea of what we&rsquo;re talking about. You can go Redfish fishing in Myrtle Beach <strong>year-round<\/strong>, and the chances are that you&rsquo;ll score whenever you wet your line. But if you are after Bull Reds, then late <strong>fall<\/strong> is your best bet. Trophy Red Drum are getting ready for winter, and the hefty fellas are common, which is usually not the case with spring Reds.<\/p><h2 id=\"myrtle-beach-fishing-regulations\">Myrtle Beach Fishing Regulations<\/h2><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1011\" height=\"674\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14135001\/Myrtle-Beach-Fishing-Regulations.jpg\" alt='An infographic featuring the flag of South Carolina along with text that says \"Myrtle Beach Fishing Regulations What You Need to Know\" against a dark blue background' class=\"wp-image-45930\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14135001\/Myrtle-Beach-Fishing-Regulations.jpg 1011w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14135001\/Myrtle-Beach-Fishing-Regulations-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14135001\/Myrtle-Beach-Fishing-Regulations-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14135001\/Myrtle-Beach-Fishing-Regulations-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1011px) 100vw, 1011px\" \/><\/figure><h3 id=\"licenses\">Licenses<\/h3><p>If you&rsquo;re fishing from a licensed commerical pier or you&rsquo;re under the age of 16, you don&rsquo;t need a license to fish in South Carolina. However, if you&rsquo;re 16 or older and fishing from a boat, kayak, or the surf, you will need a permit. Prices vary depending on your residency and the type of license you want, and you can get a full list of license fees in our dedicated <a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/blog\/south-carolina-fishing-license\/\">South Carolina fishing license article<\/a>.<\/p><h3 id=\"bag-limits-and-size-requirements\">Bag Limits and Size Requirements<\/h3><p>Now let&rsquo;s cover the fishing regulations for some of the most important species.&nbsp;<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150827\/inshore-fishing-myrtle-beach-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Two anglers standing on a dock with fish they caught in Myrtle Beach\" class=\"wp-image-12410\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150827\/inshore-fishing-myrtle-beach-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150827\/inshore-fishing-myrtle-beach-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150827\/inshore-fishing-myrtle-beach-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150827\/inshore-fishing-myrtle-beach.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><p><strong>Flounder<\/strong> fishing is limited to 5 per person per day and may not exceed 10 per boat per day. The minimum size for Flounder is 16 inches (total length).&nbsp;<\/p><p>For <strong>Tarpon<\/strong>, the limit is one per person per day, with a 77-inch fork length requirement. Meanwhile, you can keep two <strong>Red Drum<\/strong>, or six per boat, between 15 and 23 inches in total length. Keep in mind that gigging for Redfish is banned from December 1 to February 28.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150832\/anglers-with-fish-myrtle-beach-1-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Five fishermen standing on a fishing boar, each holding a fish they caught on the waters near Myrtle Beach\" class=\"wp-image-12404\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150832\/anglers-with-fish-myrtle-beach-1-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150832\/anglers-with-fish-myrtle-beach-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150832\/anglers-with-fish-myrtle-beach-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150832\/anglers-with-fish-myrtle-beach-1-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150832\/anglers-with-fish-myrtle-beach-1-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">It&#8217;s important to know which species you can keep<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><p>For <strong>Mahi Mahi<\/strong>, the limit is 10 per person per day and 54 per boat per day. The minimum required size is 20 inches fork length. You can also keep 15 <strong>Spanish Mackerel,<\/strong> with a minimum requirement fork length of 12 inches, while Kingfish are subject to stricter regulations &ndash; three fish per day, with a fork length limit of 24 inches.<\/p>    <h2 id=\"fishing-in-myrtle-beach-faqs\">Fishing in Myrtle Beach FAQs<\/h2>\n<div id=\"fbgb-faq-69f99a30d5418\" class=\"fbgb-faq-block aligncenter fbgb-faq-style-accordion\">\n    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-container\">\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-item \" data-faq-item=\"0\">\n                <div class=\"fbgb-faq-question\" \n                     role=\"button\" \n                     tabindex=\"0\" \n                     aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                     aria-controls=\"fbgb-faq-69f99a30d5418-item-0\">\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-question-text\">Can you surf fish in Myrtle Beach?<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-icon\">\n                        <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M6.5 12.4L12 8l5.5 4.4-.9 1.2L12 10l-4.5 3.6-1-1.2z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n                    <\/span>\n                <\/div>\n                <div id=\"fbgb-faq-69f99a30d5418-item-0\" \n                     class=\"fbgb-faq-answer \"\n                     aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-answer-content\">\n                        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Yes, surf fishing is allowed in Myrtle Beach, but be sure to follow local rules. You\u2019ll need a <\/span><b>South Carolina saltwater fishing license<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> and you must stay at least <\/span><b>50 feet away from swimmers or lifeguard areas<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. Many anglers fish early morning or evening when beaches are less crowded.<\/span><\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-item \" data-faq-item=\"1\">\n                <div class=\"fbgb-faq-question\" \n                     role=\"button\" \n                     tabindex=\"0\" \n                     aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                     aria-controls=\"fbgb-faq-69f99a30d5418-item-1\">\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-question-text\">Can you Shark fish in Myrtle Beach?<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-icon\">\n                        <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M6.5 12.4L12 8l5.5 4.4-.9 1.2L12 10l-4.5 3.6-1-1.2z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n                    <\/span>\n                <\/div>\n                <div id=\"fbgb-faq-69f99a30d5418-item-1\" \n                     class=\"fbgb-faq-answer \"\n                     aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-answer-content\">\n                        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Yes, Shark fishing is very popular in Myrtle Beach. There are many species chomping at the bit and some of them reach truly monstrous proportions \u2013 making this one<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> jaw<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">some experience! Just some of the Sharks you might encounter are Sharpnose, Hammerhead, Bull, and Tiger Sharks. Anglers wrangle these powerful fish on heavy tackle with large cut bait, and release most of them to support conservation.<\/span><\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-item \" data-faq-item=\"2\">\n                <div class=\"fbgb-faq-question\" \n                     role=\"button\" \n                     tabindex=\"0\" \n                     aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                     aria-controls=\"fbgb-faq-69f99a30d5418-item-2\">\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-question-text\">Do you need a fishing license in Myrtle Beach?<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-icon\">\n                        <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M6.5 12.4L12 8l5.5 4.4-.9 1.2L12 10l-4.5 3.6-1-1.2z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n                    <\/span>\n                <\/div>\n                <div id=\"fbgb-faq-69f99a30d5418-item-2\" \n                     class=\"fbgb-faq-answer \"\n                     aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-answer-content\">\n                        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Yes, <\/span><b>you generally need a South Carolina saltwater fishing license<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> to fish in Myrtle Beach, whether from shore or a boat. One <\/span><b>exception<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> to this is if you decide to fish from a <\/span><b>public fishing pier<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, in which case the pier\u2019s blanket license will apply to you.<\/span><\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-item \" data-faq-item=\"3\">\n                <div class=\"fbgb-faq-question\" \n                     role=\"button\" \n                     tabindex=\"0\" \n                     aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                     aria-controls=\"fbgb-faq-69f99a30d5418-item-3\">\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-question-text\">What fish can you catch in Myrtle Beach?<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-icon\">\n                        <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M6.5 12.4L12 8l5.5 4.4-.9 1.2L12 10l-4.5 3.6-1-1.2z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n                    <\/span>\n                <\/div>\n                <div id=\"fbgb-faq-69f99a30d5418-item-3\" \n                     class=\"fbgb-faq-answer \"\n                     aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-answer-content\">\n                        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Myrtle Beach offers a wide variety of saltwater species depending on the season. Anglers commonly catch <\/span><b>Flounder, Red Drum, Black Drum, Spanish Mackerel, King Mackerel, Bluefish, and Speckled Trout<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, along with smaller species like <\/span><b>Whiting and Spot<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> from the surf and piers.<\/span><\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-item \" data-faq-item=\"4\">\n                <div class=\"fbgb-faq-question\" \n                     role=\"button\" \n                     tabindex=\"0\" \n                     aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                     aria-controls=\"fbgb-faq-69f99a30d5418-item-4\">\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-question-text\">Where to fish in Myrtle Beach?<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-icon\">\n                        <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M6.5 12.4L12 8l5.5 4.4-.9 1.2L12 10l-4.5 3.6-1-1.2z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n                    <\/span>\n                <\/div>\n                <div id=\"fbgb-faq-69f99a30d5418-item-4\" \n                     class=\"fbgb-faq-answer \"\n                     aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-answer-content\">\n                        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Some of the best fishing spots around Myrtle Beach include well-known piers and coastal areas with access to deep water. <\/span><b>Apache Pier, 2nd Ave Pier, Cherry Grove Fishing Pier,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> and <\/span><b>Myrtle Beach State Park Pier <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">are a few worth mentioning. These are all great places to cast a line for Mackerel, Flounder, and Drum.<\/span><\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-item \" data-faq-item=\"5\">\n                <div class=\"fbgb-faq-question\" \n                     role=\"button\" \n                     tabindex=\"0\" \n                     aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                     aria-controls=\"fbgb-faq-69f99a30d5418-item-5\">\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-question-text\">Can you fish off the pier in Myrtle Beach?<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-icon\">\n                        <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M6.5 12.4L12 8l5.5 4.4-.9 1.2L12 10l-4.5 3.6-1-1.2z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n                    <\/span>\n                <\/div>\n                <div id=\"fbgb-faq-69f99a30d5418-item-5\" \n                     class=\"fbgb-faq-answer \"\n                     aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-answer-content\">\n                        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Why, yes!<\/span><b> Pier fishing is one of the most popular ways to fish in Myrtle Beach<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. Here you\u2019ll have access to water that holds Flounder, Drum, and Mackerel. Many public piers rent rods, sell bait, and you can even fish from them without buying a personal license because the pier\u2019s permit covers visitors.<\/span><\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n    \n    <\/div>\n\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Can you surf fish in Myrtle Beach?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes, surf fishing is allowed in Myrtle Beach, but be sure to follow local rules. You&rsquo;ll need a South Carolina saltwater fishing license and you must stay at least 50 feet away from swimmers or lifeguard areas. 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And just like the action onshore, Myrtle Beach&#8217;s fishing scene has something for every fisher. Whether it&#8217;s wrestling one inshore fish after another or chasing giants out in the ocean, fishing in Myrtle Beach is an angler&rsquo;s dream.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"646\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150830\/boat-myrtle-beach-2-scaled-e1580237838967-1024x646.jpg\" alt=\"A center console fishing boat on the calm waters near Myrtle Beach at sunset, with greenery in the background\" class=\"wp-image-12406\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150830\/boat-myrtle-beach-2-scaled-e1580237838967-1024x646.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150830\/boat-myrtle-beach-2-scaled-e1580237838967-300x189.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150830\/boat-myrtle-beach-2-scaled-e1580237838967-768x484.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150830\/boat-myrtle-beach-2-scaled-e1580237838967-1536x969.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150830\/boat-myrtle-beach-2-scaled-e1580237838967-2048x1291.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><p><em>So there you have it. Have you ever been fishing in Myrtle Beach? If so, what did you catch? What would you recommend to someone fishing here for the first time? Let us know in the comments below.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Few places in the country can compare to the fishing Mecca that is Myrtle Beach. Located on a stunning 60-mile-long coastal strip on the Atlantic, this place is perfectly suited for an angling adventure. The city might be just over 60 years old, but fishing in Myrtle Beach has already reached legendary heights. 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