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Folly Beach fishing is great through Nov

August 5, 2023

Charleston fishing Charters and Folly Beach fishing trips have been good recently as weeks of good weather and calm conditions provided some excellent fishing conditions. There is plenty of fun to be had for anglers of every age and skill level. Bait is flush in the system and now through the end of December we typically experience the best fishing of the year. The big Bull Redfish are hanging around the jetties and deep holes in the harbor. Those fish will be here until early fall. So if you want to fight big fish, book an inshore trip and lets get after them! We are catching those Bull Reds on Blue Crab, Menhaden, Mullet and cut Bluefish. Shark fishing has been a crowd pleaser as these predators hug the beaches and prowl the inlets in search of an easy meal. These fish are strong and fast, and this time of year we get some big ones near our inlets. Inshore Speckled Trout, Flounder and Redfish remain a favorite target. We have been casting assorted live bait such as finger mullet, mud minnows and shrimp to our inshore fish while some schools of inshore Redfish seem to favor cut baits. We have had luck in shallow areas of the marsh either a few hours before low tide, or just as the tide is coming in. Deep Sea trips are finding King Mackerel, Triggerfish, Cobia, Snapper, Grouper and Amberjack, Sea Bass and assorted Snapper. These trips are a lot of fun and you will never truly know what you will run into out there in the deep!

Cobia bite is on fire!

July 27, 2023

Non stop action. Limited out on cobia along with a few kingfish and bottom fish as well.

Heat is on!

July 26, 2023

It has definitely been hot but the fish are still biting! Trips this week have produced a lot of redfish, flounder and some big trout as well as giant lady fish. Getting out early has been the ticket to success.

Summer Fishing

July 21, 2023

Its been hot but the bite has been good! Next week’s tide is good for a morning charter. Lets go fishing!

Cobia is here

July 8, 2023

Great time with these guys in the deep blue on this 8hr nearshore reef trip. Cobia are plentiful this time of year and super fun to catch!

Summer Bull Reds

July 6, 2023

Bull Reds are extremly productive this time of year and a blast to catch. These guys landed there PB on this trip!

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What anglers said about fishing in Cooper River

Captain Karen is the best, you'll have the best time if you choose any trip with her.

5.0 / 5

Captain Karen is the best, you'll have the best time if you choose any trip with her.

Tammy P. Roanoke, Virginia

Keep an eye on the weather. Other than that come as you are and enjoy time on the water with a professional, personable and knowledgeable guide.

5.0 / 5

Keep an eye on the weather. Other than that come as you are and enjoy time on the water with a professional, personable and knowledgeable guide.

James J. Lexington, SC

Captain Joe was very knowledgeable. He also told us where to go to get our fish cleaned and cooked. It was amazing.

5.0 / 5

Captain Joe was very knowledgeable. He also told us where to go to get our fish cleaned and cooked. It was amazing.

Jennifer C.

Fishing here in august is very dependent on water temperatures and tides, be mindful of the dates before planning a charter!

5.0 / 5

Fishing here in august is very dependent on water temperatures and tides, be mindful of the dates before planning a charter!

Aidan T. Mount Pleasant, SC

The inland waters are great fishing. Plenty of fish, calm waters and easy to locate.

5.0 / 5

The inland waters are great fishing. Plenty of fish, calm waters and easy to locate.

Stephen B. Oro Valley, AZ

If you are not used to the heat and sun, make sure you have the right protective clothing, sun screen and drink water.

5.0 / 5

If you are not used to the heat and sun, make sure you have the right protective clothing, sun screen and drink water.

Edward B. Charleston, South Carolina

Bring plenty of BAIT ! Plenty of fishing all around shore line many species of fish available all day lone.

5.0 / 5

Bring plenty of BAIT ! Plenty of fishing all around shore line many species of fish available all day lone.

Robert G. Gastonia, NC

Lots of fun. Caught a Cobia and a stingray. Catching lots of fish in the heat of July could be hard and day to day.

5.0 / 5

Lots of fun. Caught a Cobia and a stingray. Catching lots of fish in the heat of July could be hard and day to day.

Dean C. Woodstock, GA

If you're coming in July, be prepared for some hot fun! Be patient, as the heat effects the fishing and its hit or miss. Pick a highly recommended guide, like Brian at Heritage Charters, to ensure you have the trip possible and a fun guide to keep ya going, even if the fishings slow!

4.7 / 5

Josh G. El Paso, IL

Fish early or late. It gets hot if there isn’t a breeze or cloud cover. Spring and fall appear to be peak for most fish in backwaters of the river systems.

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Fish early or late. It gets hot if there isn’t a breeze or cloud cover. Spring and fall appear to be peak for most fish in backwaters of the river systems.

Brady M.

Go for the trophy fish in the summer months, shark and bull reds. It is too hot to fish the creeks necessary for trout or smaller reds suitable for eating. The water temperature makes the fish sluggish. Save that type of fishing for colder months.

5.0 / 5

Sonny A. Spartanburg, SC

Be aware of limited passenger car parking at the ramp. And be prepared for the heat.

5.0 / 5

Be aware of limited passenger car parking at the ramp. And be prepared for the heat.

Dustin B. Johns Island, South Carolina

Go with Sea Breeze Charters! It was a fantastic adventure. We caught fish, had fun, and the Captain Doug was very kind, knowledgeable, and ensured we had a great time and made a fabulous family memory!

5.0 / 5

Jon T. Charlotte, North Carolina

The weather might be touch and go bc of all the different weather at this time around

5.0 / 5

The weather might be touch and go bc of all the different weather at this time around

Samuel S. Louisville, GA

Go to a local bait shop and interact with the locals they’ll give you the tips you need to have a great experience.

5.0 / 5

Go to a local bait shop and interact with the locals they’ll give you the tips you need to have a great experience.

Rachan S. A. McDonald, TN

Listen to your captain if you want to catch the fish. It’s called fishing, not catching!

5.0 / 5

Listen to your captain if you want to catch the fish. It’s called fishing, not catching!

Dan A. Evansville, IN

The weather can be a windy and there was some scattered rain but over all not too hot.

4.7 / 5

The weather can be a windy and there was some scattered rain but over all not too hot.

Maggie M. Charleston, South Carolina

My first time fishing in Mount Pleasant was great. Try it and you won't be let down.

5.0 / 5

My first time fishing in Mount Pleasant was great. Try it and you won't be let down.

Cedric W. Clinton, MD

Enjoy the experience with each other. Whether you catch none or a dozen, it's the time together that counts!

5.0 / 5

Enjoy the experience with each other. Whether you catch none or a dozen, it's the time together that counts!

Timothy M. Alden, NY

May is a little tough for some species of fish but Captain Chris will get you on fish. So knowledgeable of the area, tides, fish and when and where to find them.

5.0 / 5

May is a little tough for some species of fish but Captain Chris will get you on fish. So knowledgeable of the area, tides, fish and when and where to find them.