McKinley Charters 

5.0/5 (9 reviews)
 342 Jay Street, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576, United States

McKinley Charters 

Murrells Inlet, SC, United States
30 ft
6
5.0/5 (9 reviews)

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Book your next trip with McKinley Charters and find out what you're missing in Murrells Inlet. Captain Scott will be your guide, bringing aboard years of professional experience.

Depending on conditions, you might hook into Vermilion Snapper, Yellowedge Grouper, Amberjack, Gray Triggerfish, Scamp Grouper, Snowy Grouper, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, and who knows what else! On the day of your trip you're likely to troll and bottom fish using heavy tackle.

Trips with McKinley Charters are kid-friendly, so go ahead and bring the whole family along! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board. Snacks are never a bad idea so that nobody gets cranky on an empty belly!

Capt. Scott operates a 30' Grady-White center console with room for 6 passengers. It has all the essentials. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you. Live bait is on offer, but be sure to ask about it so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

Some species might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect.

A few items to bring include bottled water, sunglasses, and sunblock (non-spray). If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but you should avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Your trip with McKinley Charters is just a click away, so why not make it happen?

Book your next trip with McKinley Charters and find out what you're missing in Murrells Inlet. Captain Scott will be your guide, bringing aboard years of professional experience.

Depending on conditions, you might hook into Vermilion Snapper, Yellowedge Grouper, Amberjack, Gray Triggerfish, Scamp Grouper, Snowy Grouper, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, and who knows what else! On the day of your trip you're likely to troll and bottom fish using heavy tackle.

Trips with McKinley Charters are kid-friendly, so go ahead and bring the whole family along! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board. Snacks are never a bad idea so that nobody gets cranky on an empty belly!

Capt. Scott operates a 30' Grady-White center console with room for 6 passengers. It has all the essentials. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you. Live bait is on offer, but be sure to ask about it so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

Some species might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect.

A few items to bring include bottled water, sunglasses, and sunblock (non-spray). If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but you should avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Your trip with McKinley Charters is just a click away, so why not make it happen?

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5.0
9 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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Billy Martin
Billy Martin
Repeat angler
us
Richmond, KY, US
Member since 2022
7 trips
1
5.0
Verified
New
Great fishing trip
Full Day Trip – Shared. on June 4, 20264 adults
We had a blast. I have chartered with numerous captains while visiting Surfside and I’ve had the best opportunities with McKinley’s. We caught a variety of fish and moved when the bite slowed. My teenage boys loved it and have not stopped talking about how sore their arms were/are after catching so many fish.
Reported catch:
Gray Triggerfish
Vermilion Snapper
Scamp Grouper
Brad Holbrook
Brad Holbrook
Repeat angler
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
New
Best trip me and my son have had!
Full Day Trip – Shared. on June 9, 20262 adults
Water was terrible going out captain trudged through as others were coming back to dock got us out and poles were on fire one after another all different kinds just a great day!!
Response from Captain
June 10, 2026
Thanks Brad we really enjoyed having you guys and putting you on some fish
Eric Hale
Eric Hale
Repeat angler
us
South Carolina, US
Member since 2021
12 trips
1
5.0
Verified
New
Great trip!
Full Day Trip – Shared. on May 30, 20261 adult1 child
My son’s first deep water experience. Mahi bite was slow so we quickly pivoted. Cuaght a bunch of fish (amber jack, grouper, jolthead porgy, triggers, etc.). Would definitely do it again!
Charles Crockett
Charles Crockett
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
May fishing trip
Full Day Trip – Shared. on May 16, 20262 adults
Captain Scott put in the effort to take us out to troll and Bottom fish. Trolling we caught one Dolphin fish bite was slow so we moved closer to shore to bottom fish. We put 23 keepers in the ice and several through backs either small or fish we didn’t want to keep. Great day though, thank you
Reported catch:
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gray Triggerfish
Snowy Grouper
Brandon Garcia
Brandon Garcia
Repeat angler
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2021
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
New
great experience
Full Day Trip – Private on June 11, 20263 adults
great captain and deck hand. Made the trip worth wild. Caught a lot of fish and they made sure my son had the time of his life!
Reported catch:
Amberjack
Scamp Grouper
Vermilion Snapper

Trip availability and prices

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Full Day Trip – Shared.
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
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US $600
Shared tour: 2 people
Full Day Trip – Private
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
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US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 6 people
There are 15 people looking at this charter.

Customer reviews

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5.0
9 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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Billy Martin
Billy Martin
Repeat angler
us
Richmond, KY, US
Member since 2022
7 trips
1
5.0
Verified
New
Great fishing trip
Full Day Trip – Shared. on June 4, 20264 adults
We had a blast. I have chartered with numerous captains while visiting Surfside and I’ve had the best opportunities with McKinley’s. We caught a variety of fish and moved when the bite slowed. My teenage boys loved it and have not stopped talking about how sore their arms were/are after catching so many fish.
Reported catch:
Gray Triggerfish
Vermilion Snapper
Scamp Grouper
Brad Holbrook
Brad Holbrook
Repeat angler
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
New
Best trip me and my son have had!
Full Day Trip – Shared. on June 9, 20262 adults
Water was terrible going out captain trudged through as others were coming back to dock got us out and poles were on fire one after another all different kinds just a great day!!
Response from Captain
June 10, 2026
Thanks Brad we really enjoyed having you guys and putting you on some fish
Eric Hale
Eric Hale
Repeat angler
us
South Carolina, US
Member since 2021
12 trips
1
5.0
Verified
New
Great trip!
Full Day Trip – Shared. on May 30, 20261 adult1 child
My son’s first deep water experience. Mahi bite was slow so we quickly pivoted. Cuaght a bunch of fish (amber jack, grouper, jolthead porgy, triggers, etc.). Would definitely do it again!
Charles Crockett
Charles Crockett
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
May fishing trip
Full Day Trip – Shared. on May 16, 20262 adults
Captain Scott put in the effort to take us out to troll and Bottom fish. Trolling we caught one Dolphin fish bite was slow so we moved closer to shore to bottom fish. We put 23 keepers in the ice and several through backs either small or fish we didn’t want to keep. Great day though, thank you
Reported catch:
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gray Triggerfish
Snowy Grouper
Brandon Garcia
Brandon Garcia
Repeat angler
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2021
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
New
great experience
Full Day Trip – Private on June 11, 20263 adults
great captain and deck hand. Made the trip worth wild. Caught a lot of fish and they made sure my son had the time of his life!
Reported catch:
Amberjack
Scamp Grouper
Vermilion Snapper

FAQs about McKinley Charters

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
30 ft
Year built
2009
Boat manufacturer
Grady-White
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
2 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots
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