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!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    3 Hour Trip – Inshore AM
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 8:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - Dec 30 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
    US $425
    Great way to spend time with the family in and around the island fishing for inshore species. It's possible to see dolphins on the way.
    Targeted fish
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Shark (Bonnethead)
    Bonnethead Shark
    Whiting
    Whiting
  • Private trip
    3 Hour Trip – Inshore PM
    In demand! Last booked: 3 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - Dec 30 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
    US $425
    This will be the same type of trip as the morning 3 hour.
    Targeted fish
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Shark (Bonnethead)
    Bonnethead Shark
    Whiting
    Whiting
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore AM
    In demand! Last booked: 1 day ago
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - Dec 30 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
    US $525
    This trip is for more experienced anglers that have chartered before. You'll be pursuing seasonal fisheries off Hilton Head. There's opportunity for catching Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, Red Drum, and Cobia, to name a few in the sounds and closer to the ocean. Also, this trip could lead you into the “backcountry” looking for redfish,trout or flounder.
  • Private trip
    4 hour trip inshore/nearshore PM
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - Dec 30 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
    US $525
    This trip will be similar to the morning 4 hr.
    Targeted fish
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Shark (Bonnethead)
    Bonnethead Shark
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip – Nearshore
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Dec 30 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
    US $750
    Experienced anglers seeking a specific trophy fish. You'll fish nearshore reefs or drop-offs, usually with live bait. May-June is good for king mackerel, while from July to September you can chase tarpon. This trip is very weather dependent. The captain recommends contacting him before booking. Another option would be fishing “backcountry” around other islands in the area. Several spots could be fished for inshore species.
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
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FAQs about Carolina Rig

Carolina Rig offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $425 per group - 3 Hour Trip – Inshore AM (3 hours)
  • US $425 per group - 3 Hour Trip – Inshore PM (3 hours)
  • US $525 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore AM (4 hours)
  • US $525 per group - 4 hour trip inshore/nearshore PM (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Nearshore (6 hours)

When you book a trip with Carolina Rig, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well When availible
  • Ice Box Couple of six packs of cans or plastic bottles fit

Trips booked with Carolina Rig include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (When available)
  • Lures (Occasionaly used. Provided if needed)
  • Fishing License

Carolina Rig offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing (Creeks and rivers)
  • Nearshore Fishing (Sound and possibly in ocean up to about 5 miles )

Carolina Rig offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning

Top targeted fish species with Carolina Rig include:
  • Bluefish
  • Redfish
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Shark (Bonnethead)
  • Shark (Hammerhead)
  • Whiting

Meet the Captain

David Spahr
Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, United States
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Member since February 2021
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Captain David used to work for a ferry boat operation with a captain who also ran fishing charters part-time and who asked him to mate with him on those fishing charters. Captain David accepted and they started running full-day charters to the “Snapper banks”. So, about 40 miles offshore, he learned to bottom fish. It was a fast and furious way to learn but he loved it. He knew that fishing would be a way of life for him from then on. After a couple of years working there, he did a tour in the USCG. Returning to the area, he found myself back doing fishing charters as a mate. After a couple of years on deck, Captain David obtained his captain’s license and began running charters.

About this listing

Targeted species

Bluefish Bluefish
Redfish Redfish
Seabass (Black) Black Seabass
Shark (Blacktip) Blacktip Shark

Boat specs

Maycraft (Center console) originally built in 2001. Powered by a 200HP 2022 Mercury engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 28 knots.

Length
22 ft
Capacity
4 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Creeks and rivers
Nearshore Fishing
Sound and possibly in ocean up to about 5 miles

Fishing techniques

Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
When availible
Ice Box
Couple of six packs of cans or plastic bottles fit

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
When available
Lures
Occasionaly used. Provided if needed
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
There is not a fish cleaning facility at pick up
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

Cash
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 294 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
78%
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Lauren F.
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Fishing with David

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip – Inshore AM on July 8, 2023
Lauren F. recommends Carolina Rig
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Jimmy B.
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Fishing trip in June

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore AM on June 24, 2023
Jimmy B. recommends Carolina Rig
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Ann K.
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5.0 / 5
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Wonderful 3 hr trip

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip – Inshore AM on June 1, 2023
We had a GREAT time!!  The 3 hr trip was for our 12 yr old grandson.  He was so excited. Captain David took a lot of time...
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Bonnie H.
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Fishing trip in May

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip – Inshore PM on May 31, 2023
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Bill N.
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Bent Rod in Calibogue Sound

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore AM on April 5, 2023
No, not what you are thinking. Captain David set us up during slack tide to bottom fish in Calibogue Sound for possible Cobia...
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