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Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Hilton Head Island

Coastal Ocean / Reef & Wreck Trip

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29 ft 1 - 5 People From $1,250
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River Fishing in Mount Pleasant

Inshore Fishing With Kaleb

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22 ft 1 - 4 People From $500
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Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty in North Charleston

Screamin Reels

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22 ft 1 - 8 People From $600
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Inshore Fishing in Hilton Head Island

Inshore Fishing HHI

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24 ft 1 - 8 People From $450
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Murrells Inlet

Murrells Inlet Inshore / Nearshore

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22 ft 1 - 5 People From $495
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Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty in Charleston

6hr Inshore/Jetties 24.5' Bay Boat

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24 ft 1 - 10 People From $850

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Inshore, River, Flats in Folly Beach

Folly Beach Inshore Fishing

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20 ft 1 - 5 People From $550
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Inshore, River Fishing in Charleston

Inshore Fishing II

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24 ft 1 - 6 People From $550
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in North Myrtle Beach

7 Hour Offshore Fishing Charter

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31 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,000
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Inshore, River, Flats in Mount Pleasant

Seasonal Inshore Action

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22 ft 1 - 6 People From $500
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Inshore, Nearshore, River in Hilton Head Island

Family Shark Adventure Charter

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29 ft 1 - 6 People From $598
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Inshore, River, Flats in Folly Beach

Folly Fly Or Light Tackle

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18 ft 1 - 2 People From $525

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Everything to Know About Booking a South Carolina black drum fishing charter

What are the best black drum fishing charters in South Carolina?

The best black drum fishing charters in South Carolina are:

Why should I book a black drum fishing charter in South Carolina with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 51 black drum trips in South Carolina, and the most popular trips in the area are Coastal Ocean / Reef & Wreck Trip guided by Blair, Inshore Fishing With Kaleb guided by Kaleb, and Screamin Reels guided by Brian.

Our guides in South Carolina are rated a 4.92 out of 5 based on 9485 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.

Looking for kid friendly black drum guides / fishing lessons in South Carolina? Check out our beginner and family friendly black drum guides in South Carolina.

What types of black drum fishing charters are common in South Carolina?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for black drum in South Carolina as well as inshore fishing, nearshore fishing, and river fishing.

The most common fishing techniques in South Carolina are light tackle fishing, live bait fishing, and artificial lure fishing but bottom fishing and cut bait fishing are popular as well.

How much do South Carolina black drum fishing charters cost?

Prices for black drum in South Carolina can range anywhere from about $575 to $1,900, but the average price for a half day trip for black drum in South Carolina is $900. The average price for a full day trip for black drum in South Carolina is $1,447.

Is booking a fishing guide worth the money?

Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a fishing guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.

Working with experienced fishing guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is on the water every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of success.

Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.

Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.

What month is best for black drum fishing in South Carolina?

The most popular season for black drum fishing in South Carolina is summer, and most anglers book their trips 6 days in advance.

Do I need a South Carolina fishing license for black drum and what are the bag limits for black drum in South Carolina?

See here for more information on fishing licenses in South Carolina, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in South Carolina. When in doubt, your guide will always know all the relevant rules and regulations in South Carolina.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Jackson worked hard to put us on some fish. He was accommodating and encouraging. We had a fun day with him and would recommend using him.

    Jim S. | October 2, 2026

    Trip: Inshore Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Carlo is awesome. That’s all that needs to be said, but I will provide a little more. Carlos is very friendly, fun to talk to, knows where to catch fish all day, and keeps everything really clean and respectful. He’s also a really good time if you have a great sense of humor. My expectations were met completely on this last trip. The next time I am in South Carolina I plan to fish with Carlo again.

    Doug R. | October 2, 2026

    Trip: Besting Charleston's Beasts

  • ★★★★★
    Great Trip!

    Ryan S. | September 28, 2026

    Trip: Inshore Fishing - 24’ Blazer Bay

  • ★★★★★
    I would absolutely recommend Captain Ryan and will most definitely use him again. I am sure there are other good boat captains in the Murrells Inlet area but iam sure that they are not better than Ryan. Our group of 4 were originally scheduled for a 4-hour trip on Friday afternoon but the weather turned out to be pretty dicey. Ryan made time for us and allowed us to reschedule for Sunday morning. Ryan is extremely knowledgeable about the local area and an excellent boat handler. We all enjoyed learning from him as he taught us Pennsylvania guys how to fish the SC way. As we say in the Navy BZ Ryan for a job well done. Looking forward to fishing with you again. All the Best

    Darel L. | September 22, 2026

    Trip: Half Day Inshore/Nearshore

  • ★★★★★
    Ryan was amazing! His knowledge and attentiveness was awesome. We are definitely going to use him again!

    Andrew P. | August 24, 2026

    Trip: Half Day Inshore/Nearshore

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