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Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore, Jetty Fishing Charter in Charleston

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OBX Year Round Bottom Fishing

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Everything to Know About Booking a South Carolina gag grouper fishing charter

What are the best gag grouper fishing charters in South Carolina?

Why should I book a gag grouper fishing charter in South Carolina with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 17 gag grouper trips in South Carolina, and the most popular trips in the area are 6 HR Reef/Nearshore/Jetties/Harbor guided by Chris, Charleston Nearshore Fishing guided by Brent, and Charleston Deep Sea Offshore guided by Darius.

Our guides in South Carolina are rated a 4.95 out of 5 based on 3716 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 gag grouper guides / fishing lessons in South Carolina? Check out our beginner and family friendly gag grouper guides in South Carolina.

What types of gag grouper fishing charters are common in South Carolina?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for gag grouper in South Carolina as well as nearshore fishing, inshore fishing, and jetty fishing.

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

How much do South Carolina gag grouper fishing charters cost?

Prices for gag grouper in South Carolina can range anywhere from about $820 to $2,200, but the average price for a half day trip for gag grouper in South Carolina is $575. The average price for a full day trip for gag grouper in South Carolina is $1,672.

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 gag grouper fishing in South Carolina?

The most popular season for gag grouper fishing in South Carolina is summer, and most anglers book their trips 54 days in advance.

Do I need a South Carolina fishing license for gag grouper and what are the bag limits for gag grouper 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 fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in South Carolina.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Best fishing trip ever. We caught plenty of fish and had a exciting time. I would do again in a heartbeat. Love Captain Trevor and Ryan. They are the best.

    Kimberly M. | October 5, 2024

    Trip: South Carolina Reef Run

  • ★★★★★
    This was a Christmas gift in 2023 for our Grandson. We were rescheduled due to weather the first time but the second time was worth every penny to see his smile. Darius was very quick to respond to my numerous text messages keeping us up to date with ocean conditions and we would highly recommend him to anyone and everyone that we meet. Thanks again Darius for making this trip special.

    Susan D. | September 29, 2024

    Trip: Charleston Deep Sea Offshore

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time and caught lots of different fish. Would definitely recommend!

    Rhett E. | July 8, 2024

    Trip: 6 HR Reef/Nearshore/Jetties/Harbor

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Brent was great! We had a great trip and caught lots of fish

    Austin S. | July 5, 2024

    Trip: Charleston Nearshore Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Our small group had a good day off shore with the crew. Was a safe and smooth ride both out to sea and the ride back. The crew was very good and professional. They got us onto fish very quickly.

    Adam C. | June 29, 2024

    Trip: South Carolina Reef Run

  • ★★★★★
    Dustin gave me a fabulous day on the water. I learned more about fishing today than I had ever learned before. He was incredibly helpful, extremely knowledgeable, and gave me hints about fishing in Charleston that were spot on. When Dustin told me where to cast, and how to fish based on the cast, he was right in all occasions. He went out of his way to make my trip something to remember forever

    Stephen A. | June 28, 2024

    Trip: Folly Beach Inshore Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    TJ was very knowledgeable and friendly. I highly recommend him.

    Dan P. | June 23, 2024

    Trip: Offshore Reef Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Captian Chris and TJ did a great job. They were courteous and friendly. They were slightly unprepared, both forgot their filet knives, but overall we were pleased with the trip and had a great time.

    George F. | June 11, 2024

    Trip: Deep Sea Quest: Reel & Explore

  • ★★★★★
    Great time with Captain Tim

    Todd S. | May 17, 2024

    Trip: Gulfstream 10 to 12 hr offshore

  • ★★★★★
    Absolutely Fantastic!! Captain Tim was a great Guide!!! Put us right on the fish and helped every step of the way. We caught so many we were getting exhausted just reeling them in!! Went past Fort Sumter and saw it from a totally new perspective. Great guy, great boat and fantastic experience! Marshview Fishing Charters Rock!!!

    Dan C. | May 6, 2024

    Trip: Big Fish Thrills

  • ★★★★★
    Awesome amazing ! Great guides we caught a LOT more of fish! Highly recommend!

    Carolyn L. | May 3, 2024

    Trip: Offshore Reef Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great day on the water with Captain Dustin! He was very knowledgeable and had great patience with us! We had two small kids and three adults! All of us landed Redfish! Thank you for a great time and helping us make some awesome memories!

    Meg K. | August 17, 2023

    Trip: Folly Beach Inshore Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Very nice guy great fishing really knows what he’s doing put me on sharks right away great to find some one you can actually talk to and hold a conversation

    Ryan F. | August 10, 2023

    Trip: Folly Beach Inshore Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Darius gave us a fishing trip that far exceeded our expectations. We had a great fun filled outing. We are already talking about our next fishing trip and without a doubt he will be our Captain.

    Rick J. | July 26, 2023

    Trip: Charleston Deep Sea Offshore

  • ★★★★★
    Great time, great fishing spot and amazing Captain

    Michael C. | July 1, 2023

    Trip: Deep Sea Quest: Reel & Explore

  • ★★★★★
    Thank you for everything!

    Hong T. | June 26, 2023

    Trip: Wrecks, Reefs, and Ledges

  • ★★★★★
    Dustin was great! Not the most ideal day for fishing but he made it his goal for us to enjoy ourselves and catch fish. Is extremely knowledgeable about fishing. Would highly recommend.

    Caroline N. | November 22, 2022

    Trip: Folly Beach Inshore Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Our two boat trip was absolutely electric. First off, Capt. Chris' boat was perfect. For the price point, you'd be hard pressed to find a better fishing charter deal out of Charleston. The second boat in our group was equally as nice. Both boats were super comfortable, we just sat in the back on beanbags and drank beer as we raced out about 40 miles offshore. The guides gave us an in depth safety talk before taking off and took every safety precaution available, they definitely found a happy medium between fun and safety though. They were also very well informed about what was in/out of season, and the parameters for keeper fish. On first drop, we had 2 really nice red snapper hookups. Once that bite ran cold, we wasted no time, hopping around to multiple different locations, filling the cooler up with vermillion and other good eating fish. Even got a few 5+ foot sharks for the young'n that was with us. He was so stoked! We ran into a bit of weather but that didn't phase the guides, they had contingency plans to keep us busy. We elected to run deeper to avoid the thunderstorm that formed between us and the land, which meant we got a few extra hours of fishing (no complaints). The highlight of the trip was chumming up a cobia feeding frenzy right on the surface before we booked it back to the marina. Any time you can topwater fish for cobia, you're in for a treat. We almost landed a trophy cobia before a 8+ foot shark breached the surface and completely annihilated it about 20 feet off the back of the boat. It was so primal, none of us cared that we lost the trophy. I recommend these guys to anyone, beginners or lifetime anglers. Will definitely be using them again!

    John S. | October 25, 2022

    Trip: Deep Sea Quest: Reel & Explore

  • ★★★★★
    Dustin was great. Very patient and helpful in every way. Thanks for the awsome time. Tails up

    Rock G. | September 26, 2022

    Trip: Folly Beach Inshore Fishing

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