{"id":41041,"date":"2022-11-09T12:30:00","date_gmt":"2022-11-09T11:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/blog\/?p=41041"},"modified":"2026-02-11T13:15:01","modified_gmt":"2026-02-11T13:15:01","slug":"fishing-in-north-myrtle-beach","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/blog\/fishing-in-north-myrtle-beach\/","title":{"rendered":"Fishing in North Myrtle Beach: 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>Almost five decades after four communities blended into one city, North Myrtle Beach continues to flourish. &nbsp;Firstly, it&#8217;s a great tourist destination on the Grand Strand with its nine-mile-long beach. Secondly, it&#8217;s one of the best angling spots on the East Coast. Yes, <a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/destinations\/location\/us\/SC\/north-myrtle-beach?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=41041\">fishing in North Myrtle Beach <\/a>is nothing short of great.&nbsp;Check out our video for all the info you need to start planning your trip!<\/p><script src=\"https:\/\/fast.wistia.com\/player.js\" async><\/script><script src=\"https:\/\/fast.wistia.com\/embed\/qazx6qd201.js\" async type=\"module\"><\/script><style>wistia-player[media-id='qazx6qd201']:not(:defined) { background: center \/ contain no-repeat url('https:\/\/fast.wistia.com\/embed\/medias\/qazx6qd201\/swatch'); display: block; filter: blur(5px); padding-top:56.25%; }<\/style><wistia-player media-id=\"qazx6qd201\" 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;\">In today&#039;s video, we&#039;re heading down to South Carolina&#039;s Grand Strand to go fishing in North Myrtle Beach. Its combination of productive inshore and offshore fishing grounds makes this town one of the best places along the East Coast to plan your next trip.\r\n\r\nWe&#039;ll show you some of our customers&#039; prized catches, go over top spots, seasonality, and everything else you need to know before heading out.\r\n\r\nThe Lowcountry region of the United States is characterized by its biodiverse marshlands, tidal creeks, and estuaries. Fishing in North Myrtle Beach perfectly exemplifies this extraordinary angling scene.\r\n\r\nIts flat low lying terrain allows for species such as Redfish and Spotted Seatrout to thrive here. Both of them are top inshore catches in the southeast and prized for both their fight and taste. The best part is they&#039;re available throughout most of the year with some varying peaks in between. Target them around shallow structures like oyster bars as well as submerged vegetation like grass flats, which serve as feeding grounds for many of these types of fish.\r\n\r\nMoving a bit further off the coast, you&#039;ll have the chance to go after some of the Western Atlantic&#039;s most voracious predators. Among them are King Mackerel, an aggressive species known for their size, speed, and strength. The best time to target them is between June and September, making them a great addition to your summer vacation plans. Their smaller, yet just as feisty counterpart, Spanish Mackerel, are also an exciting target during this time of year.\r\n\r\nThey&#039;re known for their fast runs and acrobatic leaps, which adds to the challenge of catching one. Another huge benefit of fishing in North Myrtle Beach is the fact that you&#039;ve got several artificial reefs located just a few miles offshore. Not only will you find lots of King and Spanish Mackerel here, but you can also go after delicious bottom dwellers such as Triggerfish and Black sea bass. Deeper reefs, located a bit further out, contain quite a few Grouper species, including Gag, which is a top catch throughout the Atlantic and Gulf.\r\n\r\nYou&#039;ll also find plenty of large Amberjack, as well as Mahi Mahi, several Tuna species from False Albacore to Blackfin, and even a few types of Billfish, Sailfish being the most common one.\r\n\r\nTo catch some of these fish located at greater depths, you&#039;ll need to find a boat that&#039;s up for the task, and that&#039;s where Fishing Booker comes in. Just download our app or visit us online to browse the largest selection of fishing charters and book your trip. But before you do, let&#039;s take a look at some of the best spots to cast a line from.\r\n\r\nNorth Myrtle Beach is home to extensive backcountry waters, including tidal creeks, estuaries, and salt marshes that provide rich ecosystems for most of the fish we mentioned just a moment ago. Spots like Cherry Grove Marsh contain oyster beds and grass flats that are excellent for targeting both redfish and trout. You&#039;ve also got areas along both the Little River and Intracoastal Waterway, which you can fish from both land and boat. They&#039;re connected to one another, offering access to various fishing spots and recreational opportunities in the region, making it popular among boaters and anglers.\r\n\r\nThere are a bunch of excellent piers in and around North Myrtle Beach that are worth mentioning as well.\r\n\r\nThese include Cherry Grove, Apache, Myrtle Beach State Park, and the Fourteenth Avenue Pier. At the time of recording this video, Cherry Grove is still under reconstruction due to Hurricane Ian, but is set to reopen by the end of two thousand twenty three, so just be sure to check before you head out. And, of course, all the artificial reefs located just a few miles off the coast are nothing but a short boat ride away. You&#039;ll have to travel a bit further to reach the deeper reefs, but with a charter boat, you can access all these and more. Other deepwater structures you should keep on your radar that produce great numbers of fish include the Steeples, Blackjack Hole, and the Wreck of the Sherman.\r\n\r\nNow that\r\n\r\nyou know where to go and what to catch, let&#039;s take a look at some of the different ways to go fishing in North Myrtle Beach. If you&#039;ve got your own gear, the most straightforward way to cast a line would be either pier or surf fishing. Just find a free spot along the beach or one of the piers we listed off earlier and fish until your heart&#039;s content. Another fantastic option is kayak fishing, offering a fun and environmentally friendly way to access some of the best inshore spots in the area. Many outfitters and local businesses offer rentals and guided services equipped with rod holders and other fishing gear.\r\n\r\nFinally, there&#039;s charter fishing. This is perhaps the most hassle free way to go about fishing in North Myrtle Beach, especially if you&#039;re a beginner or you don&#039;t have your own gear. It&#039;s also the only option if you wanna go deep sea fishing unless you&#039;ve got your own offshore boat.\r\n\r\nAdditionally,\r\n\r\nyou don&#039;t have to worry about purchasing a fishing license before your trip since the captain&#039;s license covers everyone on board. Rods, reels, and bait are included as well, plus you&#039;ve got the crew there to help put you on fish. However, no matter which option you choose, it&#039;s almost guaranteed that you&#039;ll have a great time on the water.\r\n\r\nWith great fishing comes great responsibility. That&#039;s why it&#039;s important to familiarize yourself with the local rules and regulations before you head out. First and foremost, if you&#039;re over the age of sixteen, you&#039;ll need to get a fishing license unless you&#039;re casting from a licensed public pier, saltwater charter, or other rental service that has a blanket license covering everyone on board. You&#039;ll also need to pay attention to size and bag limits as well as seasonality for specific species. For example, you can usually only target Gag Grouper from May through December, while other species like Black Sea Bass can vary depending on whether you&#039;re fishing in federal or state waters.\r\n\r\nThese dates can change from year to year, so it&#039;s always important to check before you go fishing. For more information on South Carolina fishing licenses, you can check out our full blog article or head to dnr.\r\n\r\nSc dot gov for the most up to date fishing regulations.\r\n\r\nAnd when you&#039;re ready to check out North Myrtle Beach for yourself, download the FishingBooker app or visit us online. You&#039;ll be able to browse and compare fishing charters, read customer reviews, and book your trip in just a few taps. So what are you waiting for? Head over to the App Store or go to fishing booker dot com to experience fishing in North Myrtle Beach today.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/wistia-player><p>So, what do anglers get in North Myrtle Beach? From easy access to the Gulf Stream and deep seas of the Atlantic Ocean to the inland marshes, backwater creeks, and the Intracoastal Waterway, your choice is impressively broad. You can enjoy some family fun inshore or take your adventure to the bluewater fishing grounds. You can even try it all over one weekend.<\/p><p>This guide will help you decide what fishing species to look for, which spots to check out first, and when&#8217;s the best time to go fishing in North Myrtle Beach. Let&#8217;s begin with the top catches in the inshore, nearshore, and offshore waters.<\/p><h2 id=\"best-fish-to-catch-in-north-myrtle-beach\">Best Fish to Catch in North Myrtle Beach<\/h2><h3 id=\"inshore\">Inshore<\/h3><p><a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/fishing-type\/inshore\/us\/SC\/north-myrtle-beach?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=41041\">North Myrtle Beach&#8217;s inshore fishing <\/a>grounds include a generous variety of spots. Anglers can explore beaches, piers, rocky shorelines, backwater creeks, inlets, jetties, estuaries, flats, and islands.&nbsp;<\/p><p>The inshore waters are usually calm, so fishing season here is possible pretty much year-round. But it all depends, of course, on which exact species you&#8217;re after. Let&#8217;s talk about the top three inshore targets in North Myrtle Beach.<\/p><h4 id=\"black-drum\">Black Drum<\/h4><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\/11\/14140119\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Black-Drum-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"A picture showing two male anglers of different ages, both holding a freshly caught Black Drum, while standing on a boat in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.\" class=\"wp-image-42271\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/11\/14140119\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Black-Drum-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/11\/14140119\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Black-Drum-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/11\/14140119\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Black-Drum-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/11\/14140119\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Black-Drum-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/11\/14140119\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Black-Drum-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div><p><a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/fish\/black-drum\/us\/SC\/north-myrtle-beach?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=41041\">Black Drum<\/a> are residents of the deep inlet channels in early <strong>spring<\/strong> and late <strong>fall<\/strong> when the water is warming up. In summer, they move to deeper waters, so you might want to take your trip further toward the nearshore waters. Meanwhile, in <strong>the<\/strong> <strong>fall<\/strong>, you can find them in shallow grass.&nbsp;<\/p><p>In general, Black Drum hang out around muddy bottoms and in the shallows. If you&#8217;re fishing from a boat, it&#8217;s always a good idea to head out to an oyster bed during some tidal movement. A lot of North Myrtle Beach anglers also fish for them along the stone walls of the <strong>Little River Inlet<\/strong> and <strong>jetties<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p><p>Black Drum fishing is a<strong> light tackle<\/strong> game. A typical combo would be a 7&#8242; spinning rod with a 15 lb test line. Natural fresh bait is the best choice &ndash; live shrimp, small pinfish, and mud minnows work well.&nbsp;<br>Keep in mind that there are specific <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eregulations.com\/southcarolina\/fishing\/general-information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">regulations<\/a> you need to follow if you&#8217;re keeping your catch. According to the SDNR, you can keep <strong>five<\/strong> Black Drum <strong>per person per day<\/strong>, within a <strong>14&ndash;27 inch limit<\/strong>.<\/p><h4 id=\"redfish\">Redfish<\/h4><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\/10\/14140427\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Reds-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Three anglers of different ages &ndash; one female and two males &ndash; each holding a freshly caught Redfish, standing on a fishing boat in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.\" class=\"wp-image-41082\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/10\/14140427\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Reds-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/10\/14140427\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Reds-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/10\/14140427\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Reds-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/10\/14140427\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Reds.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div><p>Similar to Black Drum, the success of <a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/fish\/redfish\/us\/SC\/north-myrtle-beach?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=41041\">Redfish fishing in North Myrtle Beach<\/a> heavily depends on the tides. In general, mornings are the best for young Reds, especially if you&#8217;re planning a <strong>spring<\/strong> or <strong>summer<\/strong> trip.&nbsp;<\/p><p>Younger fish hang out near the edge of marsh grasses and estuaries, snacking on minnows and crabs. Adult Reds, on the other hand, feed on sandy bottoms, oyster beds, and tidal creeks. Head to a jetty and look for a drop-off if you&#8217;re fishing from a boat, or cast in grass flats if you&#8217;re wading.<\/p><p>If you&#8217;re planning to target Redfish, feel free to pack your <strong>light tackle <\/strong>gear. A spinning rod with a 20 lb test line should do the trick, along with live bait or artificial lures. There is a limit of <strong>two fish per person per day<\/strong>. As for size limits, you can only keep &#8220;slot Redfish&#8221; within a <strong>15&ndash;23<\/strong> <strong>inch<\/strong> <strong>limit<\/strong>. <\/p><p>If you&#8217;re lucky, you can also hook into a Bull Redfish, over 39 inches. You&#8217;ll need to release those back into the water, too.<\/p><div class='featured-charters-container' data-trigger='featured-charters' data-destination-id='232' data-destination-title='North Myrtle Beach' data-perpage='4' data-currency='USD'data-filter-field='fishFilter'data-filter-value='redfish'data-headline='Top Redfish Fishing Charters in North Myrtle Beach'data-add-type='m'><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p><h4 id=\"spotted-seatrout\">Spotted Seatrout<\/h4><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/08\/14145121\/7f2c7c0f109184a1d44ea2e43c762553.jpg\" alt=\"A man holding a Spotted Seatrout in Florida.\" class=\"wp-image-17315\"><\/figure><\/div><p>Our top North Myrtle Beach inshore species list wouldn&#8217;t be complete without <a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/fish\/spotted-seatrout\/us\/SC\/north-myrtle-beach?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=41041\">Spotted Seatrout<\/a>. These beautiful creatures are in the area <strong>all year round<\/strong>. However, only local Spotted Seatrout anglers know where are the best places to find them.<\/p><p>During summer, you can look for fish in the lower parts of the estuaries. Oyster bars, pilings, rocks, and other areas with the structure are perfect for a spring or fall trip. Anglers sometimes cast artificial lures for Seatrout, although live bait works best in the summer months.&nbsp;<\/p><p>You won&#8217;t need heavy tackle to fish for Spotted Seatrout, either. You can fish your bait from a float rig or on the bottom with a slip sinker and a 20 lb test monofilament leader. The Seatrout limit is pretty generous &ndash; you&#8217;re allowed to keep <strong>ten fish per person per day<\/strong> with a maximum total length of <strong>14 inches<\/strong>.<\/p><h3 id=\"nearshore\">Nearshore<\/h3><p>While it&#8217;s hard enough already to draw up a list of potential inshore catches, the nearshore waters offer even more fish. <strong>Spanish Mackerel, Barracuda, Bluefish<\/strong>, and other exciting species patrol the waters <strong>within ten miles<\/strong> of shore. There are, however, certain species that hold a special place on the nearshore fishing menu. <\/p><h4 id=\"sharks\">Sharks<\/h4><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\/10\/14140426\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Shark-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"A picture showing two male anglers holding a freshly caught Shark while on a fishing boat with the open waters behind them in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.\" class=\"wp-image-41085\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/10\/14140426\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Shark-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/10\/14140426\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Shark-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/10\/14140426\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Shark-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/10\/14140426\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Shark.jpg 1125w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div><p>We&#8217;re talking about Sharks, of course! There are multiple spots up and down the Grand Strand that are perfect for a Shark expedition. Such trips are reserved for the <strong>summer<\/strong> and <strong>early fall<\/strong>. If you&#8217;re after the biggest catch around, head out anytime in June, July, and August.<\/p><p>To catch Sharks, you don&#8217;t need to book a full-day charter. A shorter, four-hour trip is more than enough to get your hands on whatever&#8217;s willing to bite. The Shark menu includes <strong>Dog<\/strong>, <strong>Blacktip<\/strong>, <strong>Dusky<\/strong>, <strong>Tiger<\/strong>, <strong>Spinner<\/strong>, and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/fish\/shark-bull\/us\/SC\/myrtle-beach?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=41041\">Bull Sharks<\/a><\/strong>. These species are bigger than your average inshore catch. Some Sharks weigh up to 300 pounds and are in the 4&ndash;6&#8242; range.&nbsp;<\/p><p>Live and dead bait are essential if you&#8217;re looking for a successful trip. Some anglers also use flies and artificial lures, so you might want to check with your captain about what kind of bait to expect before the trip. As well as that, get ready to release all Sharks back into the water alive and unharmed. While you&#8217;re allowed to keep certain Shark species, catch-and-release is standard practice.<\/p><h3 id=\"offshore\">Offshore<\/h3><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\/10\/14140426\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Fishing-1-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"An image of a male angler from behind with sunglasses and a hat on, facing the water, with a fishing rod in his hand in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.\" class=\"wp-image-41086\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/10\/14140426\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Fishing-1-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/10\/14140426\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Fishing-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/10\/14140426\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Fishing-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/10\/14140426\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Fishing-1.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div><p>Offshore and deep sea fishing in North Myrtle Beach offers all sorts of possibilities. You can venture anywhere from 20 up to 80 miles into the blue waters of the Gulf Stream. In fact, some captains go even further out.&nbsp;<\/p><p>The further you go, the bigger the fish you can expect. <strong>Wahoo, Mahi Mahi, Blackfin<\/strong> and <a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/fish\/tuna-yellowfin\/us\/SC\/north-myrtle-beach?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=41041\"><strong>Yellowfin Tuna<\/strong><\/a>, <strong>Marlins<\/strong>, <strong>Snapper<\/strong>, <strong>Grouper<\/strong> &ndash; anything is in the cards here. The bounty of the Gulf Stream can be pretty rewarding, especially in <strong>late spring<\/strong> and <strong>early fall<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p><p>In fact, if we were to compile a list of all top offshore fish species, we&#8217;d need a separate post with a few parts! In this section, we&#8217;ll stick with our favorite targets &ndash; the hard-fighting <strong>Billfish<\/strong>.<\/p><h4 id=\"billfish\">Billfish<\/h4><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\/10\/14140425\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Sailfish-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Two anglers, one male with sunglasses and a hat on, and one female with sunglasses on, both holding a large Sailfish while standing on a fishing boat in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.\" class=\"wp-image-41087\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/10\/14140425\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Sailfish-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/10\/14140425\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Sailfish-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/10\/14140425\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Sailfish-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/10\/14140425\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Sailfish-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/10\/14140425\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Sailfish-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div><p>Any deep sea fishing captain in North Myrtle Beach knows that Billfish are among the most prized catches around. Anytime throughout the year, but especially<strong> from April to August<\/strong>, you can fish for the mighty <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/fish\/marlin-blue\/us\/SC\/north-myrtle-beach?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=41041\">Blue Marlin<\/a><\/strong>. Alternatively, you can try your luck and look for <strong>White Marlin <\/strong>or even their cousins, the beautiful <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/fish\/sailfish\/us\/SC\/north-myrtle-beach?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=41041\">Sailfish<\/a><\/strong>. Sails bite best in <strong>July<\/strong> and <strong>August<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p><p>If you&#8217;re willing to go all in and go beyond the Gulf Stream, you can look for <strong>Swordfish<\/strong>, too. In fact, you can even keep <strong>one fish per day <\/strong>or four per boat, although catch-and-release is encouraged for all of these creatures.&nbsp; Even <strong>Spearfish<\/strong> are available for those willing to go the extra mile. With those, however, you&#8217;ll need to be extra careful. While you can target <strong>Roundscale<\/strong> varieties, <strong>Longbills <\/strong>must be released immediately.<\/p><h3 id=\"what-about-freshwater-fishing-in-north-myrtle-beach\">What about freshwater fishing in North Myrtle Beach?<\/h3><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\/10\/14140421\/South-Carolina-Freshwater-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"A picture showing two male anglers, each wearing a hat and a pair of sunglasses, smiling and holding two fish each, Murrells Inlet, South Carolina.\" class=\"wp-image-41094\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/10\/14140421\/South-Carolina-Freshwater-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/10\/14140421\/South-Carolina-Freshwater-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/10\/14140421\/South-Carolina-Freshwater-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/10\/14140421\/South-Carolina-Freshwater-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/10\/14140421\/South-Carolina-Freshwater.jpg 2044w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div><p>As if inshore, nearshore, and deep sea fishing wasn&#8217;t enough, anglers can also enjoy some great freshwater fishing opportunities. The North Myrtle Beach area is blessed with inland waters, although you might want to sit in the car and drive a little bit if you&#8217;re looking for diversity.&nbsp;<\/p><p>In North Myrtle Beach&rsquo;s freshwater, you can target anything from <strong>Herring, Shad, <\/strong>and<strong> Catfish<\/strong>, to <strong>Largemouth Bass,<\/strong> <strong>White Crappie<\/strong>, and more.<\/p><div class='reviews-fetcher-container' data-destination-id='232' data-destination-title='North 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 North Myrtle Beach<\/h3>\n                <\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p><h2 id=\"how-to-go-fishing-in-north-myrtle-beach\">How to Go Fishing in North Myrtle Beach<\/h2><p>Now that you know what species you can expect while fishing in North Myrtle Beach, it&#8217;s time to talk about the various angling styles at your disposal. With so many spots to discover, anglers can cast right from the beach, head to one of the fishing piers, or hop on a charter boat and conquer the seas. Below, we&#8217;ll outline some of the most common ways to fish in the area.<\/p><h3 id=\"pier-fishing\">Pier Fishing<\/h3><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"791\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150205\/Apache-Fishing-pier-1024x791.jpg\" alt=\"A a view of the Apache Fishing Pier in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina from the beach on a sunny day.\" class=\"wp-image-13625\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150205\/Apache-Fishing-pier-1024x791.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150205\/Apache-Fishing-pier-300x232.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150205\/Apache-Fishing-pier-768x593.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150205\/Apache-Fishing-pier-1536x1187.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/09\/14150205\/Apache-Fishing-pier-2048x1582.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div><p>Pier fishing is pretty popular in the area. And it&#8217;s easy to see why. Anglers can reel in trophy species right from a pier! There are various spots where you can wet a line, although the majority are located in Myrtle Beach. These include the<strong> Apache Pier<\/strong>, <strong>Myrtle Beach State Park<\/strong>, and the<strong> 14th Avenue Pier<\/strong>, which was built over a century ago.<\/p><p>Typical pier fishing catches include anything that patrols the inshore waters. Early morning or late afternoon visits might be the most productive as the moving tides bring baitfish in. This, in turn, attracts hungry fish, which can end up at the end of your line.&nbsp;<\/p><p>There are also various bait and tackle shops on-site, but you might want to check that out in advance.<\/p><h3 id=\"surf-fishing\">Surf Fishing<\/h3><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\/10\/14140424\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Surf-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"A male angler with a hat, sunglasses, and a hood on, holding a large Redfish caught in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.\" class=\"wp-image-41089\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/10\/14140424\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Surf-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/10\/14140424\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Surf-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/10\/14140424\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Surf-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/10\/14140424\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Surf-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/10\/14140424\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Surf-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div><p>It&#8217;s not a secret that North Myrtle Beach has some excellent beaches where you can enjoy surf casting. You can catch something interesting right off the shore with a basic setup. A heavy action rod with a bigger reel is more than enough to land anything from Redfish and Black Drum to Flounder, Sheepshead, and even Sharks. Some surf anglers bring shrimp, mullet, and squid as bait.&nbsp;<\/p><p>The best time for surf fishing depends on what you&#8217;re after. In general, fishing is more productive before dawn and until mid-morning, or a couple of hours before sunset.<\/p><h3 id=\"charter-fishing\">Charter Fishing<\/h3><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\/10\/14140424\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Charter-Fishing-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"A view of a saltwater fishing guide in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, standing on a charter fishing boat with trees and water behind him.\" class=\"wp-image-41090\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/10\/14140424\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Charter-Fishing-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/10\/14140424\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Charter-Fishing-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/10\/14140424\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Charter-Fishing-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/10\/14140424\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Charter-Fishing-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/10\/14140424\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Charter-Fishing.jpg 1551w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div><p>It&#8217;s never a bad idea to book a trip with a local guide. Fishing with a licensed captain allows you to sit back, relax, and get ready for some action. Locals always know the area better than anyone else, and the majority of North Myrtle Beach captains have studied every inch of water from the shore all the way into the Gulf Stream.<\/p><p>Additionally, you won&#8217;t need to worry about local rules and regulations when you&#8217;re heading out with a professional crew. They also know what equipment works best to land anything from Redfish to Marlin, and will most likely take you to the most productive spots around.<\/p><p>As we mentioned before, there are many great options for any budget or time frame. Your age and experience don&#8217;t matter, either. Even first-time anglers can enjoy the thrill of the catch, especially when fishing with a knowledgeable guide.<\/p><div class='featured-charters-container' data-trigger='featured-charters' data-destination-id='232' data-destination-title='North Myrtle Beach' data-perpage='4' data-currency='USD'data-filter-field=''data-filter-value=''data-headline='Top Fishing Charters in North Myrtle Beach'data-add-type='m'><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p><h2 id=\"when-to-go-fishing-in-north-myrtle-beach\">When to Go Fishing in North Myrtle Beach<\/h2><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"834\" height=\"628\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/10\/14140423\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Mixed-Bag.jpg\" alt=\"Various types of freshly caught fish, including small Snapper and Mackerel, on a wooden fishing pier or marina in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.\" class=\"wp-image-41091\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/10\/14140423\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Mixed-Bag.jpg 834w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/10\/14140423\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Mixed-Bag-300x226.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/10\/14140423\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Mixed-Bag-768x578.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 834px) 100vw, 834px\" \/><\/figure><\/div><p>Any season is a fishing season in North Myrtle Beach. There are plenty of fish species biting any day of the year. However, you might want to tailor your trip to specific fish species. Mahi Mahi, for example, bite best from May until September.<\/p><p>In <strong>spring<\/strong>, Seatrout and Flounder show up around beaches and inlets. Late May is perfect for a nearshore trolling trip, although you can enjoy it throughout summer and early fall.&nbsp;<\/p><p>Sharks, Mackerel, Redfish, and Black Drum, along with Flounder and Seatrout bite well during the <strong>summer<\/strong> months, although it can get very hot during the day. If you&#8217;re booking a summer charter, stick to early mornings or late evenings during low tide cycles. Summer is also perfect for a deep sea fishing adventure.<\/p><p>In the <strong>fall<\/strong>, anglers switch their attention to the trophy Reds and Seatrout that gather together in the shallow waters. While temperatures get cooler towards the end of fall, <strong>winters<\/strong> are relatively mild. An afternoon trip during this time of year may result in a healthy dose of Redfish.<\/p><h2 id=\"north-myrtle-beach-fishing-regulations\">North Myrtle Beach Fishing Regulations<\/h2><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1011\" height=\"758\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/11\/16111413\/nmb-final.jpg\" alt='An infographic featuring the flag of South Carolina and text saying \"North Myrtle Beach Fishing Regulations, What You Need to Know\" above a vector of a boat against a blue background' class=\"wp-image-69687\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/11\/16111413\/nmb-final.jpg 1011w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/11\/16111413\/nmb-final-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/11\/16111413\/nmb-final-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/11\/16111413\/nmb-final-150x112.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1011px) 100vw, 1011px\" \/><\/figure><p>Hang on! Before you start booking your angling adventure to North Myrtle Beach, there&#8217;s just one catch. Well &ndash; a few, actually! Before you cast your line here you may need a <a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/blog\/south-carolina-fishing-license\/\">SC saltwater fishing license<\/a>. The good news is that you can fish with a licensed charter or from a pier without the need for a permit. However, if you&#8217;re fishing the surf or from shore anywhere else, you&#8217;ll need to get one. <\/p><p>You&#8217;ll also want to be aware of seasonal closures for certain fish, along with the bag and size limits they&#8217;re subject to. These are to keep fish populations healthy and protect against overfishing, so they&#8217;re vital from a moral standpoint as well as to ensure you don&#8217;t end up getting a fine! Find out the latest information from the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eregulations.com\/southcarolina\/fishing\/finfish-size-catch-limits\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SC DNR<\/a>.<\/p>    <h2 id=\"north-myrtle-beach-fishing-faqs\">North Myrtle Beach Fishing FAQs<\/h2>\n<div id=\"fbgb-faq-69fb94e6a5ff0\" 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-69fb94e6a5ff0-item-0\">\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-question-text\">Are there any fishing tournaments in North 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-69fb94e6a5ff0-item-0\" \n                     class=\"fbgb-faq-answer \"\n                     aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-answer-content\">\n                        <p>There are several fishing events to put your skills to the test every year. For instance, in June and September, you can take part in the Pier King Mackerel tournaments.<\/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-69fb94e6a5ff0-item-1\">\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-question-text\">Do you need a fishing license in North 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-69fb94e6a5ff0-item-1\" \n                     class=\"fbgb-faq-answer \"\n                     aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-answer-content\">\n                        <p>If you\u2019re fishing with a licensed captain, from a pier, or a rental boat, you don\u2019t need a fishing license. Fishing from shore, however, means you need one.<\/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-69fb94e6a5ff0-item-2\">\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-question-text\">Is fishing in North Myrtle Beach child-friendly?<\/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-69fb94e6a5ff0-item-2\" \n                     class=\"fbgb-faq-answer \"\n                     aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-answer-content\">\n                        <p>Of course! You do, however, need to book a child-friendly charter. You don\u2019t have to limit your family fun to just the inshore waters, though. There are a lot of captains that cater to younger anglers on offshore trips, too.<\/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\":\"Are there any fishing tournaments in North Myrtle Beach?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"There are several fishing events to put your skills to the test every year. 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There are a lot of captains that cater to younger anglers on offshore trips, too.\"}}]}<\/script><h2 id=\"fishing-in-north-myrtle-beach-good-old-south-carolina-charm\">Fishing in North Myrtle Beach: Good Old South Carolina Charm<\/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\/2022\/10\/14140422\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Winter-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Two smiling female anglers with sunglasses on, holding a large Redfish while sitting on a fishing boat in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.\" class=\"wp-image-41093\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/10\/14140422\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Winter-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/10\/14140422\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Winter-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/10\/14140422\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Winter-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2022\/10\/14140422\/North-Myrtle-Beach-Winter.jpg 1512w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div><p>Just like its neighbor, Myrtle Beach, NMB is a fun place to cast your line. Whatever sportfishing adventure you have in mind, everything is possible here. With mild winters and action-packed summers, calm winds, and clear waters, fishing in North Myrtle Beach is an absolute must for any angler. But don&#8217;t just take our word for it, book a trip for you and your family, and hit the waters yourself!<\/p><p><em>Have you ever been fishing in North Myrtle Beach? What are your favorite fish species to target? Let us know in the comments below!<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Almost five decades after four communities blended into one city, North Myrtle Beach continues to flourish. &nbsp;Firstly, it&#8217;s a great tourist destination on the Grand Strand with its nine-mile-long beach. Secondly, it&#8217;s one of the best angling spots on the East Coast. 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