{"id":32058,"date":"2021-11-12T14:30:00","date_gmt":"2021-11-12T13:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/blog\/?p=32058"},"modified":"2026-04-02T13:01:47","modified_gmt":"2026-04-02T13:01:47","slug":"murrells-inlet-fishing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/blog\/murrells-inlet-fishing\/","title":{"rendered":"Murrells Inlet 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\"> 9<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><p>Murrells Inlet is a charming village where fishing is a way of life. Dubbed the &#8220;seafood capital of <a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/blog\/south-carolina-fishing\/\">South Carolina<\/a>,&#8221; it&rsquo;s a fantastic destination to visit, whether you&rsquo;re the outdoorsy type or simply planning some family time. Of course, if you&rsquo;re looking to do some <a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/destinations\/location\/us\/SC\/murrells-inlet?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=32058\">fishing<\/a> in Murrells Inlet, rest assured it&rsquo;s the kind of place where angling dreams come true.<\/p><script src=\"https:\/\/fast.wistia.com\/player.js\" async><\/script><script src=\"https:\/\/fast.wistia.com\/embed\/lcu7mq5frg.js\" async type=\"module\"><\/script><style>wistia-player[media-id='lcu7mq5frg']:not(:defined) { background: center \/ contain no-repeat url('https:\/\/fast.wistia.com\/embed\/medias\/lcu7mq5frg\/swatch'); display: block; filter: blur(5px); padding-top:56.25%; }<\/style><wistia-player media-id=\"lcu7mq5frg\" 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;\">Nestled\r\n\r\non South Carolina&#039;s Grand Strand,&nbsp; Murrells Inlet was once infamous as a pirate&nbsp;&nbsp; cove. Fearsome captains such as Blackbeard&nbsp; and Stede Bonnet cruised its waters,&nbsp;&nbsp; using the village to repair their ships and,&nbsp; according to some folk tales, hide their treasure.&nbsp;&nbsp; Nowadays, though, it&#039;s the fishing in&nbsp; Murrells Inlet that&#039;s the stuff of legends,&nbsp;&nbsp; and in this video, we&#039;ll&nbsp; present it in its full glory. To begin with, we&#039;ll cover all the amazing species&nbsp; you can catch out here.\r\n\r\nThen, we&#039;ll dive into the&nbsp;&nbsp; best fishing spots near Murrells Inlet and a&nbsp; few ways to explore these bountiful waters.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWith different creeks, sandbars, and salty marshes&nbsp; making up its coast, Murrells Inlet is an inshore&nbsp;&nbsp; fishing heaven.\r\n\r\nBeautiful Redfish prowl its waters&nbsp; year-round, providing non-stop rod-bending action.&nbsp;&nbsp; Visit during fall, and you&#039;ll get a special treat,&nbsp; as that&#039;s when big Bull Reds make an appearance.\r\n\r\nClose to shore, you&#039;ll also come across Speckled&nbsp; Trout, Black Drum, Flounder, and different types&nbsp;&nbsp; of Sharks. In summer, the action gets even&nbsp; hotter. Hungry Tarpon show up in the area,&nbsp;&nbsp; giving you a rare chance to experience the&nbsp; battle of a lifetime. You&#039;ll also see Spanish&nbsp;&nbsp; Mackerel race along the coastline, signaling&nbsp; that it&#039;s time to break out the trolling gear.\r\n\r\nNaturally, the list of species you can catch in&nbsp; Murrells Inlet only grows longer the further you&nbsp;&nbsp; ride into the Atlantic. Within a few miles from&nbsp; the coast, there are numerous reefs and sunken&nbsp;&nbsp; wrecks where you can reel in the likes of Black&nbsp; Seabass, Triggerfish, Amberjack, and Snapper.&nbsp;&nbsp; The reefs are also a great option during winter&nbsp; as there&#039;ll be tasty Sheepshead hiding about.\r\n\r\nMeanwhile, offshore fishing starts&nbsp; to pick up in June.\r\n\r\nAt that time,&nbsp;&nbsp; fish such as Mahi Mahi, Cobia, and King&nbsp; Mackerel make their way to this part of&nbsp;&nbsp; the East Coast and you can typically find&nbsp; them once you&#039;re about 20 miles from land.&nbsp;&nbsp; Of course,\r\n\r\nif you&#039;re interested in wrestling&nbsp; even bigger game, the Gulf Stream lies about 60&nbsp;&nbsp; miles offshore. There, fierce Wahoo, Billfish,&nbsp; and Tuna roam the deep seas all summer long. But whether you want to battle offshore&nbsp; giants or reel in something for dinner,&nbsp;&nbsp; you&#039;ll find a suitable fishing charter&nbsp; in Murrells Inlet.\r\n\r\nThe local captains&nbsp;&nbsp; specialize in everything from inshore to deep&nbsp; sea angling, and to find them all you need to&nbsp;&nbsp; do is head over to FishingBooker.com or download&nbsp; our app. Before you do that, let&#039;s go over some&nbsp;&nbsp; of the top fishing spots in Murrells\r\n\r\nInlet.\r\n\r\nBetween the inshore waters and the open ocean,&nbsp;&nbsp; there are countless places to fish around Murrells&nbsp; Inlet.\r\n\r\nTo begin with, there&#039;s the inlet itself,&nbsp;&nbsp; along with numerous creeks feeding into it. These&nbsp; waters are secluded from the ocean swell, making&nbsp;&nbsp; them a great option for family trips or whenever&nbsp; the weather gets too dodgy to go offshore. The local jetties are a great spot to hit if&nbsp; you&#039;re looking to reel in the likes of Redfish,&nbsp;&nbsp; Flounder, Sheepshead, or even an occasional Shark.&nbsp;&nbsp; They&rsquo;re located in Huntington Beach State&nbsp; Park and you can fish them either from&nbsp;&nbsp; shore or boat.\r\n\r\nIf you&#039;re looking for an&nbsp; alternative, Morse Park Landing will serve&nbsp;&nbsp; as a fantastic starting point and give you&nbsp; access to all the surrounding hidey-holes. If you venture into the ocean instead, there&#039;ll&nbsp; be a number of reefs for you to explore. Some&nbsp;&nbsp; of the popular ones include Paradise, Ten, and&nbsp; Eleven Mile Reefs, all of which provide a home&nbsp;&nbsp; to various types of fish. Beyond them, in the&nbsp; deep ocean waters, lies the Gulf Stream.\r\n\r\nIt&#039;s&nbsp;&nbsp; the ultimate fishing destination if you&#039;re&nbsp; looking for big game. Just get ready for a&nbsp;&nbsp; ride as you&#039;ll need to spend at least 8 to 10&nbsp; hours on the water to ensure a productive trip.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWhen it comes to fishing in Murrells&nbsp; Inlet, there&#039;s more than one way to&nbsp;&nbsp; approach its waters. If you already&nbsp; have your gear and, more importantly,&nbsp;&nbsp; some angling experience under your belt, you can&nbsp; head out on your own and fish from shore.\r\n\r\nThe&nbsp;&nbsp; Huntington State Park jetty we mentioned&nbsp; before is a great shore fishing option,&nbsp;&nbsp; but there are also a few piers&nbsp; in the area where you can set up. You can also try fishing the Murrells Inlet&nbsp; waters from a kayak. It&#039;s an excellent way&nbsp;&nbsp; to tackle the local creeks and channels and get to&nbsp; all the secluded spots where fish might be hiding.&nbsp;&nbsp; There are rental shops in the village itself and&nbsp; even a few guides that offer kayak fishing tours.\r\n\r\nBut what really sets Murrells Inlet apart&nbsp; is its selection of fishing charters. The&nbsp;&nbsp; village serves as a hub for captains offering&nbsp; everything from family-friendly inshore tours&nbsp;&nbsp; to adrenaline-fueled deep sea adventures. So&nbsp; while you can certainly fish here on your own,&nbsp;&nbsp; going out with a pro is your ticket to a&nbsp; true-blue South Carolina fishing experience.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAs you&#039;re getting ready to set out, there are&nbsp; a few rules and regulations you should keep in&nbsp;&nbsp; mind.\r\n\r\nFirst, it&#039;s important to pay attention to&nbsp; fish seasons, as well as size and bag limits,&nbsp;&nbsp; especially if you plan on fishing&nbsp; solo. Nearly all the fish you&#039;ll&nbsp;&nbsp; see are subject to some kind of regulations,&nbsp; and these can change from season to season,&nbsp;&nbsp; so it&#039;s always a good idea to get&nbsp; familiar with them before your trip. Secondly, you&#039;ll also need to get a fishing&nbsp; license if you plan on heading out on your own.&nbsp;&nbsp; This applies to all anglers aged 16 and older,&nbsp; whether you intend to fish from land, kayak,&nbsp;&nbsp; or a boat.\r\n\r\nHowever, if you&#039;re fishing&nbsp; aboard a charter, your captain will&nbsp;&nbsp; cover you with his permit, saving you&nbsp; the trouble of having to get a license. For more information, you can check out our full&nbsp; blog article on South Carolina fishing licenses&nbsp;&nbsp; or you can pay a visit to the South Carolina&nbsp; DNR website for the most up-to-date info.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAnd when you&rsquo;re ready to check out Murrells&nbsp; Inlet for yourself, download the FishingBooker&nbsp;&nbsp; app or visit us online. You&rsquo;ll be able&nbsp; to browse and compare fishing charters,&nbsp;&nbsp; read customer reviews, and book your trip in just&nbsp; a few taps.\r\n\r\nSo, what are you waiting for? Head&nbsp;&nbsp; over to the app store or go to FishingBooker.com&nbsp; to experience fishing in Murrells Inlet today!<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/wistia-player><p>Featuring jetties, shallow creeks, and plenty of hidden spots, Murrells Inlet is an inshore fishing heaven. But if you move a few miles from the coast, you&rsquo;ll find some reefs and wrecks, abundant with food fish. Even further offshore, in the depths of the ocean, lies the Gulf Stream. Out there, you could find yourself fishing as if on an episode of Wicked Tuna, with monster pelagics biting the end of your line.<\/p><p>If you&rsquo;d like to learn more about the type of angling this stretch of South Carolina offers, read on. We&rsquo;ll cover some of the top species to target, ways to fish, and where to start. You&rsquo;ll also be able to read a bit about local regulations. So strap in, and let&rsquo;s explore fishing in Murrells Inlet together.<\/p><h2 id=\"best-fish-to-catch-in-murrells-inlet\">Best Fish to Catch in Murrells Inlet<\/h2><p>With a vibrant inshore fishery and access to some amazing deep sea fishing, Murrells Inlet pretty much has it all. Although the species change depending on the season, fishing is good year-round. Have a look at just some of the popular fish you can catch in this area.<\/p><h3 id=\"red-drum\">Red Drum<\/h3><p>Ask the locals what their favorite fish to target is and Red Drum will probably be near the top. These fish are voracious eaters so you can fish for them using a variety of natural or artificial baits. Once you get the bite, they&rsquo;ll put up a heck of a fight, especially if you hook a big one. Also, Red Drum like to lurk close to shore, so there&rsquo;s no need to go far to catch them!<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/10\/14142624\/Red-Drum-Murrells-Inlet.jpg\" alt=\"An angler on a boat holding a big Red Drum caught in Murrells Inlet.\" class=\"wp-image-32060\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/10\/14142624\/Red-Drum-Murrells-Inlet.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/10\/14142624\/Red-Drum-Murrells-Inlet-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/10\/14142624\/Red-Drum-Murrells-Inlet-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div><p>In Murrells Inlet, you can usually find Drum hiding in the creeks and along the jetties. Every fall, Bull Reds show up, giving anglers the chance to aim for a trophy. Despite this, these fish reside in the area throughout the year and are always a popular target.<\/p><h3 id=\"king-mackerel\">King Mackerel<\/h3><p>King Mackerel are famous for their lightning-quick runs, razor-sharp teeth, and the thrilling fight they put up. They can also get pretty big, capable of reaching sizes of over 50 pounds. All of this makes them an incredibly fun fish to chase after. King Mackerel are also a good choice if you&#8217;re new to offshore fishing, as you can find them closer to shore than the likes of Tuna or Billfish.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/10\/14142623\/King-Mackerel-Murrells-Inlet.jpg\" alt=\"A man kneeling and holding a big King Mackerel with his boat in the background.\" class=\"wp-image-32062\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/10\/14142623\/King-Mackerel-Murrells-Inlet.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/10\/14142623\/King-Mackerel-Murrells-Inlet-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/10\/14142623\/King-Mackerel-Murrells-Inlet-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div><p>The best season to catch these fish in Murrells Inlet runs from spring through fall. The bite is usually the hottest during summer when they can be found within a few miles from shore, and the most effective method to fish for King Mackerel is typically trolling, followed by drifting. They like to hang around reefs, natural bottoms, or wrecks, so aim for those once you set out.<\/p><h3 id=\"flounder\">Flounder<\/h3><p>With their oddball look, Flounder are an extremely amusing species to target if you&rsquo;re on a family outing. Just imagine your kid feeling the line pull only to reel in a fish that looks nothing like what they&rsquo;ve seen in Finding Nemo! But make no mistake, Flounder may look unique but they&rsquo;re actually one of the most delicious fish you can catch.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/10\/14142623\/Boy-Holding-a-Flounder.jpg\" alt=\"A boy holding a Flounder caught in Murrells Inlet with a man kneeling alongside him. \" class=\"wp-image-32064\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/10\/14142623\/Boy-Holding-a-Flounder.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/10\/14142623\/Boy-Holding-a-Flounder-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/10\/14142623\/Boy-Holding-a-Flounder-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div><p>Flounder fishing in Murrells Inlet usually takes place around jetties, oyster bars, and creeks, as these fish like to ambush their prey. You&#8217;ll find them hiding on the bottom, lying flat, and waiting for some unsuspecting baitfish to pass by. In this part of South Carolina, Flounder start showing up as early as April. However, the best time to target them is throughout the summer months.<\/p><div class='featured-charters-container' data-trigger='featured-charters' data-destination-id='197' data-destination-title='Murrells Inlet' data-perpage='4' data-currency='USD'data-filter-field='fishFilter'data-filter-value='flounder'data-headline='Top Flounder Fishing Charters in Murrells Inlet'data-add-type='m'><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p><h3 id=\"black-drum\">Black Drum<\/h3><p>Another fish you can catch inshore are Black Drum. Like their cousin, Red Drum, these fish will put up a solid battle when you hook them. They can also get fairly big, adding even more excitement to the fight. Smaller Black Drum are also great table fare. Just be mindful of the size and bag limits if you decide to keep them.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"769\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/10\/14142622\/Black-Drum-Murrells-Inlet.jpg\" alt=\"A man on a boat holding a big Black Drum with a woman on his left pointing at the fish.\" class=\"wp-image-32066\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/10\/14142622\/Black-Drum-Murrells-Inlet.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/10\/14142622\/Black-Drum-Murrells-Inlet-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/10\/14142622\/Black-Drum-Murrells-Inlet-768x577.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div><p>Murrells Inlet has year-round populations of Black Drum so it&rsquo;s always possible to target them. However, the bigger ones usually show up around fall, chasing after shrimp. You&rsquo;ll find them hiding along the jetties and creeks, as well as muddy bottoms. They lurk in the same places as Red Drum, so it&#8217;s possible to reel in both on a single trip.<\/p><h3 id=\"and-more\">And More!<\/h3><p>Considering the quality of fishing Murrells Inlet has to offer, it&rsquo;s almost impossible to list all the species you can target. Besides the ones we already named, you can also find Spanish Mackerel, Speckled Trout, Sheepshead, Cobia, and Sharks prowling through the area.&nbsp;<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/10\/14142619\/Amberjack-Murrells-Inlet.jpg\" alt=\"An angler on a charter fishing boat in Murrells Inlet, holding a big Amberjack.\" class=\"wp-image-32073\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/10\/14142619\/Amberjack-Murrells-Inlet.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/10\/14142619\/Amberjack-Murrells-Inlet-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/10\/14142619\/Amberjack-Murrells-Inlet-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div><p>But the fishing doesn&rsquo;t stop inshore or nearshore. If you&rsquo;re looking to do some <a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/technique\/big-game-fishing\/us\/SC\/murrells-inlet?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=32058\">deep sea fishing<\/a> in Murrells Inlet, why not plan a visit to the Gulf Stream? Out in the ocean, you&rsquo;ll find some of the most prolific Tuna fishing grounds on the planet. You&rsquo;ll also get your shot at Marlin, Wahoo, Amberjack, Mahi, Mahi, and other prized game fish.&nbsp;<\/p><p>If you&rsquo;d like to do some freshwater fishing, you can also head to the nearby Waccamaw River. This scenic body of water passes right by Murrells Inlet and will let you target Largemouth Bass, Crappie, Bluegill, and more. With such variety in one place, all you need to do is choose how and where to fish.<\/p><div class='reviews-fetcher-container' data-destination-id='197' data-destination-title='Murrells Inlet' 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 Murrells Inlet<\/h3>\n                <\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p><h2 id=\"how-to-go-fishing-in-murrells-inlet\">How to Go Fishing in Murrells Inlet<\/h2><h3 id=\"charter-fishing\">Charter Fishing<\/h3><p>For anglers new to Murrells Inlet, hopping on a charter is a great way to get to know the fishery. The local captains are always up to date on what&rsquo;s biting and how the fish move. They&rsquo;ll also share their knowledge on which techniques work best and provide you with the appropriate equipment.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/10\/14142624\/Charter-Boat-in-Murrells-Inlet.jpg\" alt=\"A charter boat gliding through a marsh with sun setting in the background.\" class=\"wp-image-32061\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/10\/14142624\/Charter-Boat-in-Murrells-Inlet.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/10\/14142624\/Charter-Boat-in-Murrells-Inlet-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/10\/14142624\/Charter-Boat-in-Murrells-Inlet-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div><p>Charters are also a great option if you plan on taking your family fishing. The calm, inshore grounds are a great place for your little ones to reel in their first catch. Most captains love fishing with children. As long as you let them know, they&#8217;ll adjust your trip so everyone can enjoy it.<\/p><p>If you&#8217;re planning a deep sea fishing trip, you&#8217;ll have no trouble finding a captain in Murrells Inlet. Many of them specialize in long, offshore trips and are able to take you as far as the Gulf Stream. Pairing up with an expert will give you your best shot at landing a trophy.<\/p><div class='featured-charters-container' data-trigger='featured-charters' data-destination-id='197' data-destination-title='Murrells Inlet' data-perpage='4' data-currency='USD'data-filter-field=''data-filter-value=''data-headline='Top Fishing Charters in Murrells Inlet'data-add-type='m'><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p><h3 id=\"shore-fishing\">Shore Fishing<\/h3><p>Casting your line from the coast is a nice, laid-back way to spend your day. It may not give you the same amount of variety as charter fishing, but you&rsquo;ll still get plenty of action. Murrells Inlet features several spots where you can reel in some pretty amazing fish. You could be hooking into Flounder, Sharks, and even Bull Red Drum when they&#8217;re in season.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/10\/14142620\/A-man-with-a-dog-fishing-from-a-pier.jpg\" alt=\"A man with a dog fishing from a pier at sunset.\" class=\"wp-image-32072\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/10\/14142620\/A-man-with-a-dog-fishing-from-a-pier.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/10\/14142620\/A-man-with-a-dog-fishing-from-a-pier-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/10\/14142620\/A-man-with-a-dog-fishing-from-a-pier-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div><p>Of course, if you&rsquo;re fishing from shore, you&rsquo;ll need to get your equipment and bait ready. If you&#8217;re a novice, the local tackle shops can give you tips on what works best. In most cases, you&rsquo;ll also need to obtain a fishing license. Later on in this article, we&rsquo;ll cover a couple of fishing spots in Murrells Inlet. Make sure to take a look at those before you set out.<\/p><h3 id=\"kayak-fishing\">Kayak Fishing<\/h3><p>Fishing the waters surrounding Murrells Inlet aboard a kayak will let you experience the area in a unique, intimate way. Just picture all the shallow waters, creeks, and marshes that are waiting for you to explore them. Also, you&#8217;ll be able to get to all the hidden nooks and crannies and silently sneak up on your catch. <\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"769\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/10\/14142622\/Kayak-Fishing-in-Murrells-Inlet.jpg\" alt=\"An angler fishing in Murrells Inlet from a kayak with another man behind the vessel.\" class=\"wp-image-32067\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/10\/14142622\/Kayak-Fishing-in-Murrells-Inlet.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/10\/14142622\/Kayak-Fishing-in-Murrells-Inlet-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/10\/14142622\/Kayak-Fishing-in-Murrells-Inlet-768x577.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div><p>Depending on how much experience with kayak fishing you have, you may find it a bit awkward to fish from the vessel itself. However, don&rsquo;t let that discourage you. You can use your kayak to get to some of the less accessible banks along the marsh and just cast from shore. Before you go, it&rsquo;s always a good idea to check the weather and wind conditions.<\/p><h2 id=\"murrells-inlet-fishing-spots\">Murrells Inlet Fishing Spots<\/h2><p>Ranging from inshore to far offshore, there are many fishing spots in Murrells Inlet you can try out. We won&rsquo;t cover all of them as they can change with the season and the sea conditions. Instead, take a look at a few reliable starting places.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/10\/14142621\/Huntington-Beach-State-Park-Walkway.jpg\" alt=\"A photo of a walkway in Huntington Beach State Park at sunset.\" class=\"wp-image-32070\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/10\/14142621\/Huntington-Beach-State-Park-Walkway.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/10\/14142621\/Huntington-Beach-State-Park-Walkway-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/10\/14142621\/Huntington-Beach-State-Park-Walkway-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Huntington Beach State Park Jetty: <\/strong>Murrells Inlet&#8217;s jetties are some of the best spots to fish if you&rsquo;re looking for big Red Drum, Sharks, Flounder, and more. You can fish this specific area from a boat, giving you the opportunity to cast to both the jetties guarding the inlet. Or you can reach it by foot, but keep in mind you&rsquo;ll have to walk about a mile along the beach.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Morse Park Landing: <\/strong>If you&rsquo;re planning to explore Murrells Inlet aboard a kayak, Morse Park Landing is a great place to launch. You can target many different species here, including Speckled Trout, Black Drum, Red Drum, and others. There&#8217;s also a boardwalk right by the marsh!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Inshore Creeks: <\/strong>The Murrells Inlet marsh features several creeks that provide a natural habitat for fish. Allston, Oaks, Whale, and Woodland Creek are all worth giving a shot. Among others, you&rsquo;ll be able to hook into Red Drum, Trout, Sheepshead, Flounder, and Black Drum.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Nearshore Reefs: <\/strong>If you head a few miles off the beach, you&rsquo;ll get the opportunity to fish some of the nearshore reefs. Paradise, Ten Mile, and Eleven Mile Reef are all good spots to hit if you&rsquo;re looking to reel in some Black Seabass, Sheepshead, and other table fare. Spanish and King Mackerel can also be found here depending on the season.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Gulf Stream: <\/strong>For experienced anglers looking to hunt their next pelagic trophy, the Gulf Stream is one of the best places to do so. Be prepared for a ride though, as you&rsquo;ll have to go around 60 miles offshore. Once you&rsquo;ve reached the prime fishing grounds, you&rsquo;ll get to fish for an incredible variety of migrating fish. These include Tuna, Marlin, Wahoo, Mahi Mahi, and Sailfish, among others.<\/li>\n<\/ul><h2 id=\"when-to-go-fishing-in-murrells-inlet\">When to Go Fishing in Murrells Inlet<\/h2><p>Generally, angling is a year-round endeavor in Murrells Inlet. However, the main fishing season takes place from spring through fall. It&#8217;s when you&#8217;ll have the most variety in terms of the species you can catch and the fishing grounds you can visit.<\/p><p>Inshore, Murrells Inlet offers productive angling just about whenever you visit, though the fall is typically lauded as the best time to fish these waters. It&#8217;s when jumbo Redfish show up in the area, offering anglers a shot at catching themselves a trophy. Fall is also the peak season for Speckled Trout and there&#8217;ll be plenty of Flounder to reel in.<\/p><p>If you&#8217;re more into deep sea fishing, we recommend visiting Murrells Inlet during summertime. The summer offers the most stable weather conditions, which are pretty much required for the long offshore journeys to the Gulf Stream. When it comes to nearshore and bottom fishing, you&#8217;ll find the fish biting along the reefs even during the depths of winter.<\/p><h2 id=\"murrells-inlet-fishing-regulations\">Murrells Inlet Fishing Regulations<\/h2><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/10\/14142613\/Murrells-Inlet-Fishing-Regulations.jpg\" alt='An infographic image that says \"Murrells Inlet Fishing Regulations\" and \"What you need to know\" below it.' class=\"wp-image-32098\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/10\/14142613\/Murrells-Inlet-Fishing-Regulations.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/10\/14142613\/Murrells-Inlet-Fishing-Regulations-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2021\/10\/14142613\/Murrells-Inlet-Fishing-Regulations-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div><p>When fishing aboard a charter in South Carolina, you won&rsquo;t need a fishing license. However, all anglers aged 16 and up will need a saltwater fishing license when fishing from shore, unless it&rsquo;s from a licensed pier. If you decide to fish the Waccamaw River, you&rsquo;ll need a freshwater permit. For more information, check out our detailed guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/blog\/south-carolina-fishing-license\/\">South Carolina fishing regulations<\/a>.<\/p><p>Once you&rsquo;re out on the water, you should keep in mind that most of the fish you&rsquo;ll catch have size and bag limits. These usually change every season and are there to help preserve the fish populations for years to come. To stay up to date, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dnr.sc.gov\/regs\/fishing.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">South Carolina Department of Natural Resources<\/a> website before your trip. <\/p>    <h2 id=\"murrells-inlet-fishing-faqs\">Murrells Inlet Fishing FAQs<\/h2>\n<div id=\"fbgb-faq-6a19eb5f59fe6\" 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-6a19eb5f59fe6-item-0\">\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-question-text\">What fish are biting in Murrells Inlet?<\/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-6a19eb5f59fe6-item-0\" \n                     class=\"fbgb-faq-answer \"\n                     aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-answer-content\">\n                        <p>You can catch both inshore and offshore game fish when you fish out of Murrells Inlet. The most popular inshore catches are Red Drum, Black Drum, Flounder, and Speckeld Trout. Move further from the shore and you\u2019ll be in for a treat with King Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, and Amberjack.<\/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-6a19eb5f59fe6-item-1\">\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-question-text\">Where to fish in Murrells Inlet?<\/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-6a19eb5f59fe6-item-1\" \n                     class=\"fbgb-faq-answer \"\n                     aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-answer-content\">\n                        <p>There are a lot of fishing spots, but the best starting points are Huntington Beach State Park Jetty for shore casting, Morse Park Landing for kayak fishing, Allston, Oaks, Whale, and Woodland Creek for inshore fishing, and the Gulf Stream aboard a charter boat for deep sea pursuits.<\/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-6a19eb5f59fe6-item-2\">\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-question-text\">Can you fish from Murrells Inlet jetties?<\/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-6a19eb5f59fe6-item-2\" \n                     class=\"fbgb-faq-answer \"\n                     aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-answer-content\">\n                        <p>Absolutely! Jetty fishing is quite common in Murrells Inlet, and Huntington Beach State Park is probably the best spot to try it from. You can expect species such as Red Drums and Flounder.<\/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-6a19eb5f59fe6-item-3\">\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-question-text\">Can you fish on the MarshWalk in Murrells Inlet?<\/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-6a19eb5f59fe6-item-3\" \n                     class=\"fbgb-faq-answer \"\n                     aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-answer-content\">\n                        <p>While fishing from the MarshWalk is possible, the area isn\u2019t as famous for its shore casting as much as it is for its local charter offer.<\/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\":\"What fish are biting in Murrells Inlet?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"You can catch both inshore and offshore game fish when you fish out of Murrells Inlet. 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It&#8217;s a place where novice anglers can relax and learn while staying in calm waters close to shore. It&#8217;s also where you can hop on a charter and wrestle a Tuna till your heart&rsquo;s content. With so many options, what&rsquo;s not to love about Murrells Inlet?<\/p><p><em>Have you ever been fishing in Murrells Inlet? What&rsquo;s the catch you&rsquo;re most proud of? Hit the comment button below and let us know!<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Murrells Inlet is a charming village where fishing is a way of life. Dubbed the &#8220;seafood capital of South Carolina,&#8221; it&rsquo;s a fantastic destination to visit, whether you&rsquo;re the outdoorsy type or simply planning some family time. Of course, if you&rsquo;re looking to do some fishing in Murrells Inlet, rest assured it&rsquo;s the kind of [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":62,"featured_media":32075,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1472],"tags":[358,347,415,485],"class_list":["post-32058","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-where-to-fish","tag-beginners-advice","tag-inshore-fishing","tag-redfish","tag-south-carolina"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.3 (Yoast SEO v27.3) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Murrells Inlet Fishing: The Complete Guide (Updated 2022)<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/blog\/murrells-inlet-fishing\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Murrells Inlet Fishing: The Complete Guide for 2026\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Fishing in Murrells Inlet: - 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