South Carolina Fishing Charters

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South Carolina: 310 fishing charters available
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4.9 / 5
(343 reviews)
Mount Pleasant
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trips from US $500
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(371 reviews)
Mount Pleasant
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trips from US $400
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(71 reviews)
Johns Island
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trips from US $350
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(42 reviews)
Folly Beach
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trips from US $350
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(177 reviews)
Mount Pleasant
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trips from US $500
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(16 reviews)
Mount Pleasant
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trips from US $450
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(59 reviews)
Mount Pleasant
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trips from US $325
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(13 reviews)
Edisto Beach
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trips from US $250
Excellent
4.8 / 5
(386 reviews)
Mount Pleasant
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trips from US $400
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(47 reviews)
Folly Beach
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Frequently Asked Questions about Fishing Charters in South Carolina

According to customer reviews, some of the most popular fishing charters in South Carolina are: Full list of top fishing charters in South Carolina

The average price for a private 4 hour South Carolina fishing trip is US $539, while an 8 hour private trip will cost you US $1,004 based on prices on FishingBooker.com.

Fishing charters in South Carolina that received great reviews from families are:

The top 3 fish species targeted on guided fishing trips in South Carolina are:

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Many fishing charters in South Carolina provide rods, reels and tackle. Some of the top rated are:

According to customer reviews on FishingBooker.com, some of the best rated charter captains in South Carolina are:

Who are the top awarded captains in South Carolina?

Some of the fishing trips offered by fishing charters in South Carolina are:
  • 2-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $363
  • 3-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $386
  • 4-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $492
  • 5-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $525
  • 6-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $757
  • 8-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $1,050
  • 9-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $1,400

Fishing in South Carolina

Home to some of the finest and most varied fishing on the East Coast, the Palmetto State’s waters are an angler's dream. From marshes and backwaters teeming with Redfish to the deep blue seas where big game fish roam, you'll find them all out here. All you need to do is hop on one of the many South Carolina fishing charters, and you'll be ready to start the adventure of a lifetime.

Besides year-round populations of Redfish, South Carolina's inshore waters house a range of other species. These include Speckled Trout, Black Drum, Flounder, Sheepshead, and even Tarpon in the lowcountry.

If you head a little into the ocean, you'll start seeing Spanish and King Mackerel, as well as Cobia. Along the reefs, there are also Grouper, Snapper, Spadefish, and tasty Triggerfish for you to reel in. Of course, the deeper you go, the bigger the fish. About 50 miles offshore, in the Gulf Stream, you can catch Marlin, Tuna, Sailfish, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, and big bottom dwellers.

Naturally, there are also plenty of freshwater fishing opportunities, too. Lakes such as Santee Cooper, Murray, and Hartwell offer epic Bass, Crappie, and Catfish angling. Lake Jocassee, on the other hand, has Brown and Rainbow Trout swimming in it. Another solid choice if you want to catch Gar, Bowfish, Bass, or Catfish is the Waccamaw River.

Some charter fishing hubs include Murrells Inlet, Myrtle Beach, Charleston, and Hilton Head Island. Half day outings will give you enough time to explore the inshore waters or lakes. For offshore fishing, you'll need 8 or more hours on the water.

Rules & Regulations

Anglers aged 16 and older need to have South Carolina fishing licenses to fish legally. There are separate freshwater and saltwater permits, so make sure to get the correct one. However, you won't need a license when fishing aboard saltwater charter boats.

South Carolina
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Based on 28558 reviews by FishingBooker anglers

South Carolina Fishing Seasons

January

For Striped Bass fans, Lake Hartwell is a productive spot to go to in January. Striped Bass. Tidal Redfish are excellent targets inshore, while big Bluefins can be caught in the Gulf Stream.

February

It's still Bluefin season offshore! Along the coast, the waters should be clear, meaning sight fishing is an excellent option. If you’re a Catfish fan, you’ll want to target giant Blue Catfish that love this weather.

March

This is the month Crappie anglers have been waiting for in South Carolina. The water is still clear in the shallows so sneaking up on large schools of Redfish is very productive. Try poling for extra stealth!

April

Spanish Mackerel and Cobia start moving into the waters of South Carolina in force during April. For freshwater fishermen, Largemouth Bass action is all the rage during April.

May

Cobia action gets serious during May, especially in the area around Beaufort. They like structures, so keep an eye on things like bridge supports, buoys, or clusters of seaweed.

June

Redfish extravaganza! As the waters warm up, Redfish start hunting in earnest, so this is the perfect time to go after some Bulls in the lowcountry. Mahi Mahi start moving offshore, too, making for interesting targets.

July

The Silver Kings take court in July, especially in the lowcountry waters. Offshore, you'll get to chase after Blue Marlin, White Marlin, Sailfish, and Mahi, while bottom fishing is also as productive as always.

August

Offshore anglers can have a ton of fun going after Spanish and King Mackerel. They’ll be moving in schools, so if you’ve found one, you’ve found many. You can find them just a few miles off the coast.

September

On the mainland, freshwater anglers can look forward to some refreshing Redeye Bass action on the Chattooga River. In the Gulf Stream, you can expect the Yellowfin Tuna bite to start picking up.

October

The colder weather allows for inshore and backwater fishing to get intense during October. Redfish, Flounder, and Spotted Seatrout are all great targets for sight fishing, as the waters are much clearer than in warmer months.

November

Redfish are still champions of the catch list during this month. The marshes and tidal creeks make for good fishing grounds. Freshwater is all about schools of Striped Bass at Lake Moultrie, creating major excitement.

December

Inshore, Spotted Seatrout fishing turns from the fall feeding frenzy into a precision procedure – the right choice of bait and presentation makes or breaks the attempt. Offshore, the Bluefin Tuna season kicks off.

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What anglers said about fishing in South Carolina

Knowledgeable guide is almost a given if youโ€™re targeting Redfish or Seatrout since access to the various tidal creeks is only feasible by boat. Really need to see it to believe the maze of creeks. Oh, and the tides in the area rise and fall over 6 feet each day. Never seen that before. Itโ€™s like the marsh is breathing - recirculating the fresh and salt water the fish thrive in.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Knowledgeable guide is almost a given if youโ€™re targeting Redfish or Seatrout since access to the various tidal creeks is only feasible by boat. Really need to see it to believe the maze of creeks. Oh, and the tides in the area rise and fall over 6 feet each day. Never seen that before. Itโ€™s like the marsh is breathing - recirculating the fresh and salt water the fish thrive in.
Palm State Fishing
Palm State Fishing
Itโ€™s all about the experience! In addition to the fishing, lots of dolphins, a Bald Eagle, two Osprey on a nest, Loons, Terns and more!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Itโ€™s all about the experience! In addition to the fishing, lots of dolphins, a Bald Eagle, two Osprey on a nest, Loons, Terns and more!
Captain Kaleb Charters
Captain Kaleb Charters
Bring a light jacket for early spring mornings and listen to your captain, this person knows his stuff.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Bring a light jacket for early spring mornings and listen to your captain, this person knows his stuff.
Fishnut Charters
Fishnut Charters
Go out with David and CJ on the Salty Mistress and you will not be disappointed.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Go out with David and CJ on the Salty Mistress and you will not be disappointed.
Above & Below Charters
Above & Below Charters
Just like anything else related to fishing, you need the right equipment and the right Captain to bring you to where the fish are at. This was a great experience. The boat was very clean and full of high tech to get us to the hot spots and keep us there. Captain Lucas was great at teaching us and making sure we had a great, successful fishing experience.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Just like anything else related to fishing, you need the right equipment and the right Captain to bring you to where the fish are at. This was a great experience. The boat was very clean and full of high tech to get us to the hot spots and keep us there. Captain Lucas was great at teaching us and making sure we had a great, successful fishing experience.
Tide Chaser
Tide Chaser
I recommend that if you are considering it; JUST BOOK IT! You will not be disappointed!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
I recommend that if you are considering it; JUST BOOK IT! You will not be disappointed!
Fishnut Charters
Fishnut Charters
I highly recommend Captain Taylor and Nauti Boys fishing charters. Fun, outgoing and knowledgeable Captain and a great day of fishing the entire trip.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
I highly recommend Captain Taylor and Nauti Boys fishing charters. Fun, outgoing and knowledgeable Captain and a great day of fishing the entire trip.
Nauti Buoy Fishing Charters
Nauti Buoy Fishing Charters
Great weather, Captain took me around. Couple in the slot. Parker was great, highly recommend
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Great weather, Captain took me around. Couple in the slot. Parker was great, highly recommend
Palm State Fishing
Palm State Fishing
Had a great experienceโ€ฆ. Itโ€™s fishing โ€ฆ I learned the tide can affect the fishing considerablyโ€ฆ. Overall great experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Had a great experienceโ€ฆ. Itโ€™s fishing โ€ฆ I learned the tide can affect the fishing considerablyโ€ฆ. Overall great experience
Boogie Man Fishing Charters LLC
Boogie Man Fishing Charters LLC
Book a guide. There is a lot of local knowledge you need to enjoy the day.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Book a guide. There is a lot of local knowledge you need to enjoy the day.
Fishhound Guide Services
Fishhound Guide Services Beaufort, South Carolina
Great fishing experience but fish Size was not good to fillet and bring home.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Great fishing experience but fish Size was not good to fillet and bring home.
Performance Fishing Charters
Performance Fishing Charters
We have been skunked in April before. You need to be open to catch multiple species and be locked into one type of fish...
Excellent
5.0 / 5
We have been skunked in April before. You need to be open to catch multiple species and be locked into one type of fish...
Gone Fishing Charters
Gone Fishing Charters
You may have to go out a little farther (30-35 miles) to really get on the fish in the early spring, but itโ€™s worth it.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
You may have to go out a little farther (30-35 miles) to really get on the fish in the early spring, but itโ€™s worth it.
Above & Below Charters
Above & Below Charters
Fishing is fishingโ€ฆwhether you catch or not is subject to any # of factors. The only thing I can say for sure is that March mornings can be chilly. Other than that, fish on.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Fishing is fishingโ€ฆwhether you catch or not is subject to any # of factors. The only thing I can say for sure is that March mornings can be chilly. Other than that, fish on.
Black Diamond Inlet Backwater Fishing
Black Diamond Inlet Backwater Fishing
If booking in spring/early summer, no one can predict what weather and water conditions will be throughout the day. That being said, trust your captain and be kind if conditions turn unfavorable.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
If booking in spring/early summer, no one can predict what weather and water conditions will be throughout the day. That being said, trust your captain and be kind if conditions turn unfavorable.
Flying Fish Charters SC
Flying Fish Charters SC
If you want to catch fish give captain pat a call,you wonโ€™t be disappointed.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
If you want to catch fish give captain pat a call,you wonโ€™t be disappointed.
Boogie Man Fishing Charters LLC
Boogie Man Fishing Charters LLC
It was very chilly in the morning so come prepared with warm clothes. It wasnโ€™t peak fishing season, but our captain was able to get us on some wonderful fish!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
It was very chilly in the morning so come prepared with warm clothes. It wasnโ€™t peak fishing season, but our captain was able to get us on some wonderful fish!
Captain Buddyโ€™s
Captain Buddyโ€™s
The weather was great, and the intercoastal waterway that Folly River is was calm. The Captain knew the bathymetry and got on some sweet spots.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
The weather was great, and the intercoastal waterway that Folly River is was calm. The Captain knew the bathymetry and got on some sweet spots.
Drumroll Fishing Charters โ€“ Folly Beach
Drumroll Fishing Charters โ€“ Folly Beach
Would have loved to catch more fish, but I am sure thats what everyone wants as well!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Would have loved to catch more fish, but I am sure thats what everyone wants as well!
Keen Eye Charters Inshore/Offshore
Keen Eye Charters Inshore/Offshore
Go out on a charter if you have never done it before! My son and I had a blast!!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Go out on a charter if you have never done it before! My son and I had a blast!!
Carolina Girl Fishing Charters
Carolina Girl Fishing Charters

How did anglers rate fishing charters in South Carolina?

Flying Fish Charters SC
Flying Fish Charters SC
Fishing charter in North Myrtle Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(118 reviews)
The captain and crew were great. They were able to get us to the fish and maintained a professional and friendly relationship
Mark  J.
Mark J.
Fishhound Guide Services
Fishhound Guide Services
Fishing charter in Beaufort
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(6 reviews)
Our 4 hour trip was actually 5 1/2. Jesse was determined to deliver and did just that.
Gary  B.
Gary B. Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Fish Finder I (Fish Finder Fishing Charters)
Fish Finder I (Fish Finder Fishing Charters)
Fishing charter in Murrells Inlet
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(97 reviews)
Captain Robert is a very experienced expert in fishing and boating, but even better is his personality! He will make sure you have a blast and he really knows how to put you on some real good fish!
Frank  R.
Frank R.
Silver Tuna Sport Fishing
Silver Tuna Sport Fishing
Fishing charter in Murrells Inlet
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(59 reviews)
Captain Blake and First mate Cody both did an amazing job. They listened to what we wanted to achieve and executed well. We caught 70 fish and had a blast. I highly recommend Silver Tuna to all!
Kevin  C.
Kevin C.
Nauti Buoy Fishing Charters
Nauti Buoy Fishing Charters
Fishing charter in North Myrtle Beach
Excellent
4.7 / 5
(36 reviews)
We had a great time on our trip, great seas, great fishing and a wonderful captain! Kept us on the fish the whole trip. Kid friendly and all around great time!
Jennifer  W.
Jennifer W.
Tide Chaser
Tide Chaser
Fishing charter in Murrells Inlet
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(304 reviews)
Great day with Captain Lucas. Plenty of sunshine and many fish. Wide variety. Captain worked hard to put us on fish.
Ron  E.
Ron E.
Charleston Fishing Excursions
Charleston Fishing Excursions
Fishing charter in Charleston
Excellent
4.7 / 5
(70 reviews)
Did a great job and was patient. He found the fish and we were able to catch; redfish, trout, black drum and perch.
Joe  T.
Joe T.
FishZilla Fishing Charters
FishZilla Fishing Charters
Fishing charter in Murrells Inlet
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(178 reviews)
We had a great time fishing with Will. He was very proactive in finding fish by moving around to multiple locations and was very helpful explaining techniques and helping out when needed. His filleting skills were excellent with no waste. Would recommend this charter to anyone.
Noah  C.
Noah C.
Sea Breeze Charters
Sea Breeze Charters
Fishing charter in Folly Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(118 reviews)
Although my teenage grandsons and I did not catch a slew of fish (but each of us caught some) it was a great day with Captain Doug. He made the day so much fun, and he even took time to show us some fishing tips. We will definitely book with them again!
Rhonda  T.
Rhonda T.
Salty Angler Fishing Charters
Salty Angler Fishing Charters
Fishing charter in Mount Pleasant
Excellent
4.7 / 5
(47 reviews)
Captain Mike put us onto a great fishing spot. Everyone caught fish. Highly recommend Captain Mike.
Thomas  S.
Thomas S.
Captain Buddyโ€™s
Captain Buddyโ€™s
Fishing charter in Hilton Head Island
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(715 reviews)
Everything was great! We had a great time, very relaxing and also informative trip! Would highly recommend :)
Kennedy  B.
Kennedy B.
Git R Bent Guide Service LLC โ€“ Lake Murray
Git R Bent Guide Service LLC โ€“ Lake Murray
Fishing charter in Lexington
Excellent
4.3 / 5
(1 review)
We ended up loving our guide!!! He found the fish. However, the boogers didn't wanna really bite. Out of four ppl we had about 4 keeps in 6 hours. Tim did his job. The keepers were not biting. Still had a great time!!!!!
William  P.
William P.
Aqua Excursions
Aqua Excursions
Fishing charter in Hilton Head Island
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(381 reviews)
Overall great trip. Capt. Jeter was friendly, and knowledgeable of the surrounding area.
Mike  C.
Mike C.
Still Playin Charters
Still Playin Charters
Fishing charter in Hilton Head Island
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(65 reviews)
We had a lot of fun with captain Andrew. He was really knowledgeable and got us on fish quick. He made the trip overall a great experience. 10/10 would recommend going on his boat.
Devon  C.
Devon C.
Fishhound Guide Services
Fishhound Guide Services
Fishing charter in Beaufort
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(6 reviews)
Jesse did a great job making sure we had a good time and caught fish. Great day on the water.
Guy  T.
Guy T. Fort Mill, South Carolina
Captain Buddyโ€™s
Captain Buddyโ€™s
Fishing charter in Hilton Head Island
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(715 reviews)
Had my 3 sons out there for 3 hours and they all caught multiple sharks and had an unbelievable time. Will definitely be going again.
Jason  O.
Jason O.
Capt. Crumb's Fishing Charter
Capt. Crumb's Fishing Charter
Fishing charter in Myrtle Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(438 reviews)
Captain Jerry was very helpful and informative. My wife and I were both new to catching flounder. He helped us learn how to properly bring them in and we were able to bring in a couple of our own.
Clifford  T.
Clifford T.
Legacy Charters
Legacy Charters
Fishing charter in Little River
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(73 reviews)
It was a great fishing trip out in the waters. We will definitely come back in a few months for another trip.
Qianshan  J.
Qianshan J.
Sea Breeze Charters
Sea Breeze Charters
Fishing charter in Folly Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(118 reviews)
Went out in the morning on an absolute beauty of a day for some inshore fishing. Caught a handful of Blue fish and trout. Captain Doug was very knowledgeable on the local fishing grounds and helpful with technique and instruction for some of our less seasoned fishermen!
Wyatt  M.
Wyatt M.
Palm State Fishing
Palm State Fishing
Fishing charter in Edisto Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(13 reviews)
Bluebird spring day with just a slight breeze. Beautiful ride on Low Country tidal creeks past huge beach homes - and great fishing to boot! Captain Parker is easygoing and determined to make his clients comfortable and successful. Caught a Personal Best Seatrout -21โ€. Iโ€™ve found my guide for trips back to Edisto Beach, for sure. Thanks, Parker!!
Lonnie  D.
Lonnie D.

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