Carolina Rig
Carolina Rig
Come visit South Carolina and have a true fishing adventure with Carolina Rig! Whether you’re a beginner or a more experienced angler, the inshore and nearshore waters of Hilton Head Island will give you loads of opportunity to reel in various sorts of fish and have a fun day on the water. Join Captain David Spahr and start your next angling journey in Hilton Head Island!
You’ll fish from a 22’ Maycraft center console powered by a 200 HP Mercury engine that can reach a maximum cruising speed of 28 knots. The boat can sit up to 4 guests, uses quality GPS, fishfinder, and radio technology for navigation, and has a livewell to supply you with live bait.
Some of the prized species you can catch include Jack Crevalle, Cobia, Redfish, as well as various types of Shark. You’ll be bottom fishing, trolling, and spinning to catch them, with the option to keep your catch if you wish so. Kids are welcome to join your trip so be free to bring them as well.
Captain David will provide you with all the rods, reels, and tackle, as well as with fishing licenses. He’ll also provide live bait when it’s available. Pack your favorite food and drinks before you leave and you’re all set for the trip.
Join Carolina Rig and have a great fishing experience on the waters of Hilton Head Island!
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (301)
+298Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
95%
Appropriate for children
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
97%
Caught fish
83%
Jul 30, 2025
3 Hour Trip – Inshore PM
Fin-tastic Time
What a trip. We did the 3-hr as we were uncertain how it would go with a small kid. Captain Dave made us feel at ease from the start. My wife was a nervous Nancy bringing her 5YO baby on his first fishing trip, but it was smooth sailing from go. We saw about 10 dolphins as we started the trip, dropped the anchor down and very quickly wrestled with a 3ft Bonnethead, Dave was right there coaching our boy through his first catch. After snagging some pictures and catching our breath, we took off to a few additional stops. Dave was very educational with his explanations of the local geography and providing insights on local cuisine during downtime. Towards the tail end of the trip, they started to bite. Jack wrestled down his second shark on the trip, an Atlantic Sharpnose. Shortly after that, the fight was on again, this time with another bonnet head that had some spunk to it. While Jack was reeling him in, another line got a hit. We got the wife involved at the end and she reeled in a 4ft Blacktip. Everybody left exhausted yet ready for more. 10/10 would recommend the Carolina Rig and Captain Dave
What a trip. We did the 3-hr as we were uncertain how it would go with a small kid. Captain Dave made us feel at ease from the...
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Jun 26, 2025
4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore AM
Great experience…would book with CPT David again
Our fishing excursion experience was great! CPT David arrived ahead of schedule. His boat and equipment were very clean and in excellent condition. From the start it was apparent he takes care of his equipment, from the fishing hooks to the boat and outboard. We started by making a run to open water in the sound to net bait fish. One cast and we had all the bait we needed. Fished two spots. The first produced a 3’ bonnet head shark and then the bite went dry, expect for a 4’ gar that seemed to be snacking on our bait. We fished it for a little while then moved on. The second spot was a honey hole! Multiple bull sharks including one too large to bring in the boat. Multiple large red fish including a complete TANK!!! Tagged one for fish and wildlife conservation tracking. It was fun learning about that process. I think the best part of the experience with CPT David is that he encouraged us to do everything; cut the bait, prepare bait on the hooks, cast, reel, net the fish, etc. As experienced freshwater fisherman it made our excursion enjoyable knowing the Captain trusted us to care for his equipment and to fish safely. With that said, if you don’t have experience fishing, CPT David is a great coach and will guide you to success even with the most basic fishing principles. So, I would recommend him for all experience levels.
Our fishing excursion experience was great! CPT David arrived ahead of schedule. His boat and equipment were very clean and in...
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Jul 9, 2025
3 Hour Trip – Inshore PM
Tarpon and Shark
Me my wife and one of our sons had a blast. My wife’s first trip off shore fishing and she caught a 5 foot black tip shark. I caught 2 4 to 5 foot small tooth sharks. My son has talked about catching a tarpon for years. Well he caught his first one at 105 pounds. Took him 45 minutes to get it to the boat. He is the champion of the family now. Capt. Dave is the best he knows his stuff.
Me my wife and one of our sons had a blast. My wife’s first trip off shore fishing and she caught a 5 foot black tip shark. I...
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Aug 25, 2025
4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore AM
Great experience on the Carolina Rig
Caught plenty of sharks and red drum for the time we were out there. Dave was very knowledgeable of the local spots and it did not take long to catch stuff once we stopped by different spots.
Caught plenty of sharks and red drum for the time we were out there. Dave was very knowledgeable of the local spots and it did...
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Aug 14, 2025
4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore AM
Had a great time and would recommend.
Captain David is very knowledgeable and we had a lot of fun. He took us around to a few spots and we caught different kinds of fish. Can't wait to go fishing with him again!
Captain David is very knowledgeable and we had a lot of fun. He took us around to a few spots and we caught different kinds of...
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (301)
+298Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
95%
Appropriate for children
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
97%
Caught fish
83%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Fin-tastic Time
3 Hour Trip – Inshore PM on July 30, 2025
What a trip. We did the 3-hr as we were uncertain how it would go with a small kid. Captain Dave made us feel at ease from the start. My wife was a nervous Nancy bringing her 5YO baby on his first fishing trip, but it was smooth sailing from go. We saw about 10 dolphins as we started the trip, dropped the anchor down and very quickly wrestled with a 3ft Bonnethead, Dave was right there coaching our boy through his first catch. After snagging some pictures and catching our breath, we took off to a few additional stops. Dave was very educational with his explanations of the local geography and providing insights on local cuisine during downtime. Towards the tail end of the trip, they started to bite. Jack wrestled down his second shark on the trip, an Atlantic Sharpnose. Shortly after that, the fight was on again, this time with another bonnet head that had some spunk to it. While Jack was reeling him in, another line got a hit. We got the wife involved at the end and she reeled in a 4ft Blacktip. Everybody left exhausted yet ready for more. 10/10 would recommend the Carolina Rig and Captain Dave
What a trip. We did the 3-hr as we were uncertain how it would go with a small kid. Captain Dave made us feel at ease from the start. My wife was a nervous Nancy bringing her 5YO baby on his first fishing trip, but it was smooth sailing from go. We saw about 10 dolphins as we started the trip, dropped the anchor down and very quickly wrestled with a 3ft Bonnethead, Dave was right there coaching our boy through his first catch. After snagging some pictures and catching our breath, we took off...
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Experience:
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Overall
Great experience…would book with CPT David again
4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore AM on June 26, 2025
Our fishing excursion experience was great! CPT David arrived ahead of schedule. His boat and equipment were very clean and in excellent condition. From the start it was apparent he takes care of his equipment, from the fishing hooks to the boat and outboard. We started by making a run to open water in the sound to net bait fish. One cast and we had all the bait we needed. Fished two spots. The first produced a 3’ bonnet head shark and then the bite went dry, expect for a 4’ gar that seemed to be snacking on our bait. We fished it for a little while then moved on. The second spot was a honey hole! Multiple bull sharks including one too large to bring in the boat. Multiple large red fish including a complete TANK!!! Tagged one for fish and wildlife conservation tracking. It was fun learning about that process. I think the best part of the experience with CPT David is that he encouraged us to do everything; cut the bait, prepare bait on the hooks, cast, reel, net the fish, etc. As experienced freshwater fisherman it made our excursion enjoyable knowing the Captain trusted us to care for his equipment and to fish safely. With that said, if you don’t have experience fishing, CPT David is a great coach and will guide you to success even with the most basic fishing principles. So, I would recommend him for all experience levels.
Our fishing excursion experience was great! CPT David arrived ahead of schedule. His boat and equipment were very clean and in excellent condition. From the start it was apparent he takes care of his equipment, from the fishing hooks to the boat and outboard. We started by making a run to open water in the sound to net bait fish. One cast and we had all the bait we needed. Fished two spots. The first produced a 3’ bonnet head shark and then the bite went dry, expect for a 4’ gar that seemed...
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Tarpon and Shark
3 Hour Trip – Inshore PM on July 9, 2025
Me my wife and one of our sons had a blast. My wife’s first trip off shore fishing and she caught a 5 foot black tip shark. I caught 2 4 to 5 foot small tooth sharks. My son has talked about catching a tarpon for years. Well he caught his first one at 105 pounds. Took him 45 minutes to get it to the boat. He is the champion of the family now. Capt. Dave is the best he knows his stuff.
Me my wife and one of our sons had a blast. My wife’s first trip off shore fishing and she caught a 5 foot black tip shark. I caught 2 4 to 5 foot small tooth sharks. My son has talked about catching a tarpon for years. Well he caught his first one at 105 pounds. Took him 45 minutes to get it to the boat. He is the champion of the family now. Capt. Dave is the best he knows his stuff.
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Great experience on the Carolina Rig
4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore AM on August 25, 2025
Caught plenty of sharks and red drum for the time we were out there. Dave was very knowledgeable of the local spots and it did not take long to catch stuff once we stopped by different spots.
Caught plenty of sharks and red drum for the time we were out there. Dave was very knowledgeable of the local spots and it did not take long to catch stuff once we stopped by different spots.
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Had a great time and would recommend.
4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore AM on August 14, 2025
Captain David is very knowledgeable and we had a lot of fun. He took us around to a few spots and we caught different kinds of fish. Can't wait to go fishing with him again!
Captain David is very knowledgeable and we had a lot of fun. He took us around to a few spots and we caught different kinds of fish. Can't wait to go fishing with him again!
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