What would you recommend to anglers fishing in Edisto Beach, South Carolina for the first time?

Inshore bite was good but had to look for them as the creeks were simply awash in bait. Shrimp were jumping everywhere. If possible pick a non windy day and you'll be up to your eyeballs in speckled trout. Probably would be better fishing in a couple weeks when it cools a bit more and the bait volume declines more, the fish were spoiled for choice.

Knowledgeable guide is almost a given if you’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. It’s like the marsh is breathing - recirculating the fresh and salt water the fish thrive in.

Absolutely! Beautiful area without all the boaters you find in Charleston. Just keep in mind that it is still winter and water temperatures haven't quite warmed up yet so fishing anywhere in South Carolina is a bit more challenging. Generally speaking, IMO, fishing improves when water temperatures reach 60 degrees but you can still catch a lot of fish and have a great time with a good guide. We went out with Capt. Zach and he was awesome!

Only downside was that the noseeums were brutal. A light wind would have cured that, but we happened to pick the stillest day all week.

Try and go in the spring or fall when water temperatures are more suited for fishing in this area. Yes you can catch in the summer but it's much harder.

It’s hot this time of year. Make sure to hydrate. Besides the heat this was a top ten all time fishing experience.

Be patient and listen to the suggested times. It's not all about seeing how many fish you catch. You're on vacation. HAVE FUN!

Go in the morning before it gets too hot! It’s very peaceful early in the morning too. Fishing with live shrimp is where it’s at.

Great weather, Captain took me around. Couple in the slot. Parker was great, highly recommend