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Inshore, River, Flats in Charleston

Charleston Inshore Fishing Charter

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Nearshore Fishing in Charleston

4 Hour Charleston Nearshore

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Charleston Deep Sea

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Inshore, River, Flats in Charleston

Reds On The Fly And Light Tackle

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Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty in Charleston

4 HR Inshore/Harbor/Jetties AM

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6 HR Reef/Nearshore/Jetties/Harbor

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Deep Sea, Nearshore, Jetty in Charleston

8 HR Offshore Reef/Harbor/Jetties

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Offshore/Bottom Fishing

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4 HR Inshore/Harbor/Jetties PM

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Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty in Charleston

3 HR Inshore 24.5' Bay Boat 7AM

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Inshore, River Fishing in Charleston

4-6 Hour Inshore Fishing Trip

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4 HR Inshore 24.5' Bay Boat 7AM

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Everything to Know About Booking a Charleston bottom fishing charter

What are the best bottom fishing charters in Charleston?

The best bottom fishing charters in Charleston are:

Why should I book a bottom fishing charter in Charleston with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 49 bottom fishing trips in Charleston, and the most popular trips in the area are Charleston Inshore Fishing Charter guided by Kendra, 4 Hour Charleston Nearshore guided by Chris, and Charleston Deep Sea guided by Chris.

Our guides in Charleston are rated a 4.99 out of 5 based on 8293 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 bottom fishing guides / fishing lessons in Charleston? Check out our beginner and family friendly bottom fishing guides in Charleston.

What types of bottom fishing charters are common in Charleston?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for bottom fishing in Charleston as well as nearshore fishing, inshore fishing, and jetty fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for bottom fishing in Charleston are: 1. red snapper, 2. black seabass, 3. cobia, 4. redfish, and 5. black drum.

How much do Charleston bottom fishing charters cost?

Prices for bottom fishing in Charleston can range anywhere from about $550 to $3,280, but the average price for a half day trip for bottom fishing in Charleston is $940. The average price for a full day trip for bottom fishing in Charleston is $2,328.

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 on a bottom fishing charter in Charleston?

The most popular season to go on a bottom fishing charter in Charleston is summer, and most anglers book their trips 43 days in advance.

Do I need a Charleston fishing license and what are the bag limits in Charleston?

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Carlo was an amazing guide. He worked his tail off keeping us on fish . Super knowledgeable about fishing and the history of Charleston. I will definitely be back to fish with him.

    Michael S. | July 1, 2026

    Trip: Besting Charleston's Beasts

  • ★★★★★
    Carlo was a great guide! Wouldn’t have asked for anything better. He put us on the best spots to catch and had a great sense of humor. We will be booking Carlo again!

    Michelle N. | June 27, 2026

    Trip: Besting Charleston's Beasts

  • ★★★★★
    We very much were looking forward to our trip. It was a bummer we did not catch anything at all (with the exception of a small bass). We did try all of the methods to catch them, but it just didn’t happen. We thought our guide did a good job. Except his playlist could have been more geared towards a family, not the profanity that he had on. Not a huge deal to us but you should cater towards your audience. Also the boat we were told we’d be on was suppose to have a bathroom, which we could have used.

    Kathi W. | June 27, 2026

    Trip: 4 HR Inshore 24.5' Bay Boat 7AM

  • ★★★★★
    Wonderful experience. Captain Foster was patient with kids and worked hard to find us fish. Would recommend 1000%

    John D. | June 25, 2026

    Trip: 3 HR Inshore 24.5' Bay Boat 7AM

  • ★★★★★
    Capt. Scott was great. My son and I had a great time with our trip and would definitely use Capt. Scott again. Thanks for the great day of fishing!

    Eddie L. | June 22, 2026

    Trip: 4 Hr Bull Redfish And Shark Trip

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