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Recently Booked Kingfish Fishing Charters In Johns Island, Sc

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Fishing in Destin
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Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Johns Island

VIP Offshore - Up To 6 Anglers

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36 ft 1 - 12 People From $1,400
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Johns Island

Deep Sea Trolling & Bottom Fishing

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46 ft 1 - 6 People From $2,700
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in North Charleston

Reef & Bottom Fishing Trip

100% (13)
26 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,425
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Mount Pleasant

Ocean Trophy Quest

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32 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,575
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Nearshore Fishing in Mount Pleasant

SC Nearshore Reef Run

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35 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,850
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Mount Pleasant

Deep Sea Grocery Store

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26 ft 1 - 10 People From $1,400

Top Types of Kingfish Trips in Johns Island

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More Kingfish Fishing Charters In Johns Island, Sc

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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Mount Pleasant

Offshore Reef Fishing

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26 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,100
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Nearshore Fishing in Charleston

4 Hour Charleston Nearshore

100% (8)
26 ft 1 - 6 People From $850
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Nearshore Fishing in Charleston

Charleston Nearshore Fishing

100% (13)
27 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,250
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Deep Sea Fishing in Mount Pleasant

8 Hour Blackfin Tuna

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26 ft 1 - 10 People From $1,800
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Jetty, River in Mount Pleasant

4hr Mount Pleasant Inshore

100% (18)
23 ft 1 - 6 People From $550
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Deep Sea Fishing in North Charleston

Dusk Till Dawn Trip - 26' Mako

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26 ft 1 - 6 People From $2,100
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Everything to Know About Booking a Johns Island kingfish fishing charter

Why should I book a kingfish fishing charter in Johns Island with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 17 kingfish trips in Johns Island, and the most popular trips in the area are VIP Offshore - Up To 6 Anglers guided by Gregg, Deep Sea Trolling & Bottom Fishing guided by Robert, and Reef & Bottom Fishing Trip guided by Tj.

Our guides in Johns Island are rated a 4.83 out of 5 based on 5945 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 kingfish guides / fishing lessons in Johns Island? Check out our beginner and family friendly kingfish guides in Johns Island.

What types of kingfish fishing charters are common in Johns Island?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for kingfish in Johns Island as well as deep sea fishing, nearshore fishing, and inshore fishing.

The most common fishing techniques in Johns Island are artificial lure fishing, bottom fishing, and cut bait fishing but deep dropping and drift fishing are popular as well.

How much do Johns Island kingfish fishing charters cost?

Prices for kingfish in Johns Island can range anywhere from about $750 to $3,600, but the average price for a half day trip for kingfish in Johns Island is $973. The average price for a full day trip for kingfish in Johns Island is $2,489.

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 kingfish fishing in Johns Island?

The most popular season for kingfish fishing in Johns Island is summer, and most anglers book their trips 25 days in advance.

Do I need a Johns Island fishing license for kingfish and what are the bag limits for kingfish in Johns Island?

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    TJ is your guy if you want good vibes and the full fishing experience!! We were on the 6 hour offshore reef fishing! He was on top of everything from guiding us reeling in the fish to filleting them! Great experience 1000 times over recommend!!!

    Haley D. | July 14, 2025

    Trip: Offshore Reef Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Great time and put us on the fish!

    Kody | July 14, 2025

    Trip: Carolina Offshore Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    Start to finish it was a great trip. Caught so many fish i was exhausted from reeling them in..I highly recommend.

    James B. | June 24, 2025

    Trip: 8 Hour Blackfin Tuna

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

    Austin S. | July 5, 2024

    Trip: Charleston Nearshore Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Tim was great got us live bait and we got into a spot and each one of us brought in a large red drum

    Eric B. | July 3, 2024

    Trip: 4hr Mount Pleasant Inshore

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