Bay Runner Sportfishing 

4.8/5 (17 reviews)
 1 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928, United States
4.8/5 (17 reviews)
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1 Shelter Cove Lane
Hilton Head Island, SC, United States

Owned and operated by Captain Miles Altman since 1972!

Fishing around here will often see you targeting Blacktip Shark, Black Drum, Kingfish, Jack Crevalle, Speckled Trout, Bonnethead Shark, Flounder, Tarpon, Bluefish, Bull Shark, Redfish, Cobia, and more, depending on the season. For these species, you’re likely to spin using light tackle. You get to keep some of the catch, ask the captain for details.

You’ll be fishing aboard a 24’ Bay boat with a capacity for 4 passengers. Your captain will provide rods and reels for you, along with lures. Live bait is available, but be sure to ask about it so you know if you’ll be catching it yourself. Kids are welcome aboard!

Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, just show up ready for a good time! Have in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.

It’s always wise to bring snacks, bottled water, sunblock (non-spray), and sunglasses. If you’d like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

And that’s it! Your fishing trip with Bay Runner Sportfishing is just a click away.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 17 reviews
Boat
4.8/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (10)

Captain Caleb
Captain Caleb
4 hour trip with BayRunner Sport Fishing
+7

Angler rating

16
0
1
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

83%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

94%

Caught fish

100%

Showing 1 - 5 of 17 reviews
Showing: 5 of 17 reviews
Kent L.
Kent L.
5.0/5

Apr 15, 2025

Half day

Great captain

VERIFIED

Captain John certainly knew the local waters. He adapted quickly as the day was very windy. He taught me a ton about inshore low-country fishing. Though we caught a couple, but a couple bigger ones broke the line; my learning curve went up exponentially. Even if we didn’t catch anything, the time and money was well spent. Learned a lot.

Captain John certainly knew the local waters. He adapted quickly as the day was very windy. He taught me a ton about inshore low-country...  

 Kent L. recommends Bay Runner Sportfishing
2 persons find this review helpful
 Kent L. recommends Bay Runner Sportfishing
2 persons find this review helpful

Eric S.
Eric S.
5.0/5

Jun 16, 2025

4 Hour Trip

Great day on the water!

VERIFIED

Had a great day on the water. Our guide, Caleb, took care of us and put us on some nice fish. We got to experience catching reds and a black drum in the creek and a couple of sharks, sharpnose and black tips, out in open water. Had a wonderful time. Highly recommend!

Had a great day on the water. Our guide, Caleb, took care of us and put us on some nice fish. We got to experience catching reds...  

 Eric S. recommends Bay Runner Sportfishing
1 person finds this review helpful
 Eric S. recommends Bay Runner Sportfishing
1 person finds this review helpful

Joshua D.
Joshua D.
5.0/5

Jun 19, 2025

4 Hour Trip

Great Family Trip

VERIFIED

Captain John provided us with a great trip. We stopped at two locations during the trip that were providing lots of action. He was great with our kids, helping them learn the basics and showing them each catch up close. Highly recommend.

Captain John provided us with a great trip. We stopped at two locations during the trip that were providing lots of action. He...  

Captain replied
 Joshua D. recommends Bay Runner Sportfishing
1 person finds this review helpful
 Joshua D. recommends Bay Runner Sportfishing
1 person finds this review helpful
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on June 20, 2025
Thank you for fishing with us!

Paul B.
Paul B.
5.0/5

Apr 18, 2025

4 Hour Trip

Great morning on the water

VERIFIED

Nothing but top level guiding from John during on our trip. He is very knowledgeable, put us on the fish, and was patient with our kids. Would highly recommend him for your next charter.

Nothing but top level guiding from John during on our trip. He is very knowledgeable, put us on the fish, and was patient with...  

 Paul B. recommends Bay Runner Sportfishing
 Paul B. recommends Bay Runner Sportfishing

Chris D.
Chris D.
5.0/5

Jul 19, 2025

4 Hour Trip

Fishing with Joseph

VERIFIED
NEW

 

 Chris D. recommends Bay Runner Sportfishing
 Chris D. recommends Bay Runner Sportfishing

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3 Hour Trip – Shark
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3 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
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US $495 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour Trip
Low rate deposit non-refundable
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
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US $595 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half day
Low rate deposit non-refundable
4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 17 reviews
Boat
4.8/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (10)

Captain Caleb
Captain Caleb
4 hour trip with BayRunner Sport Fishing
+7

Angler rating

16
0
1
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

83%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

94%

Caught fish

100%

Showing 1 - 5 of 17 reviews
Showing: 5 of 17 reviews
Kent L.
Kent L.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great captain

VERIFIED

Half day on April 15, 2025

Captain John certainly knew the local waters. He adapted quickly as the day was very windy. He taught me a ton about inshore low-country fishing. Though we caught a couple, but a couple bigger ones broke the line; my learning curve went up exponentially. Even if we didn’t catch anything, the time and money was well spent. Learned a lot.

Captain John certainly knew the local waters. He adapted quickly as the day was very windy. He taught me a ton about inshore low-country fishing. Though we caught a couple, but a couple bigger ones broke the line; my learning curve went up exponentially. Even if we didn’t catch anything, the time and money was well spent. Learned a lot.  

 Kent L. recommends Bay Runner Sportfishing
2 persons find this review helpful

Eric S.
Eric S.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great day on the water!

VERIFIED

4 Hour Trip on June 16, 2025

Had a great day on the water. Our guide, Caleb, took care of us and put us on some nice fish. We got to experience catching reds and a black drum in the creek and a couple of sharks, sharpnose and black tips, out in open water. Had a wonderful time. Highly recommend!

Had a great day on the water. Our guide, Caleb, took care of us and put us on some nice fish. We got to experience catching reds and a black drum in the creek and a couple of sharks, sharpnose and black tips, out in open water. Had a wonderful time. Highly recommend!  

 Eric S. recommends Bay Runner Sportfishing
1 person finds this review helpful

Joshua D.
Joshua D.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Family Trip

VERIFIED

4 Hour Trip on June 19, 2025

Captain John provided us with a great trip. We stopped at two locations during the trip that were providing lots of action. He was great with our kids, helping them learn the basics and showing them each catch up close. Highly recommend.

Captain John provided us with a great trip. We stopped at two locations during the trip that were providing lots of action. He was great with our kids, helping them learn the basics and showing them each catch up close. Highly recommend.  

 Joshua D. recommends Bay Runner Sportfishing
1 person finds this review helpful
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on June 20, 2025
Thank you for fishing with us!

Paul B.
Paul B.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great morning on the water

VERIFIED

4 Hour Trip on April 18, 2025

Nothing but top level guiding from John during on our trip. He is very knowledgeable, put us on the fish, and was patient with our kids. Would highly recommend him for your next charter.

Nothing but top level guiding from John during on our trip. He is very knowledgeable, put us on the fish, and was patient with our kids. Would highly recommend him for your next charter.  

 Paul B. recommends Bay Runner Sportfishing

Chris D.
Chris D.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fishing with Joseph

VERIFIED
NEW

4 Hour Trip on July 19, 2025

 

 Chris D. recommends Bay Runner Sportfishing

FAQs about Bay Runner Sportfishing

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2008
Boat manufacturer
Pathfinder
Boat type
Bay boat

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots
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