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Everything to Know About Booking a Murrells Inlet live bait fishing charter

Why should I book a live bait fishing charter in Murrells Inlet with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 40 live bait fishing trips in Murrells Inlet, and the most popular trips in the area are Gulf Stream - 26' Mako guided by Austin, 1/2 Day - 26' Mako guided by Austin, and 1/2 Day - 29' SeaVee guided by Austin.

Our guides in Murrells Inlet are rated a 4.86 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 live bait fishing guides / fishing lessons in Murrells Inlet? Check out our beginner and family friendly live bait fishing guides in Murrells Inlet.

What types of live bait fishing charters are common in Murrells Inlet?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for live bait fishing in Murrells Inlet as well as inshore fishing, nearshore fishing, and jetty fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for live bait fishing in Murrells Inlet are: 1. black drum, 2. black seabass, 3. blacktip shark, 4. bluefish, and 5. bonnethead shark.

How much do Murrells Inlet live bait fishing charters cost?

Prices for live bait fishing in Murrells Inlet can range anywhere from about $550 to $3,000, but the average price for a half day trip for live bait fishing in Murrells Inlet is $918. The average price for a full day trip for live bait fishing in Murrells Inlet is $2,044.

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 live bait fishing charter in Murrells Inlet?

The most popular season to go on a live bait fishing charter in Murrells Inlet is summer, and most anglers book their trips 24 days in advance.

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

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    My second trip with Carlo, and another fantastic time! I highly recommend Carlo for Charleston fishing, he knows his way around!

    James R. | October 25, 2025

    Trip: Besting Charleston's Beasts

  • ★★★★★
    Cpt Daniel is a great guide. He put us on fish at every location, meaning he worked hard to get fish in the box. We ended the morning with a nice catch of reds and specs, exactly what we were targeting. A veteran, we also got to chatting about our years of service and experiences. It was a great morning, indeed!

    Isaac G. | October 18, 2025

    Trip: (4hr) Inshore Seatrout/Redfish

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great charter with Matt. Clearly knowledgeable of the local waterways. Very personable and easy to talk with. Comfortable boat. Would highly highly recommend chartering with Matt.

    Chris C. | October 13, 2025

    Trip: Inshore Fishing On Our New Boat!

  • ★★★★★
    Had an excellent morning inshore trip with Chris! Nice boat, very friendly, great conversation, music, and put us on some fish right away! Would absolutely recommend and will absolutely be calling them again when we’re in town again!

    Kenneth W. | September 13, 2025

    Trip: Low Country Inshore Slam

  • ★★★★★
    Justin was great! My son and I had an amazing time fishing with him. He will be our first call when return back in town to go fishing. The fishing trip over the summer is all my son talks about!

    Patrick A. | August 29, 2025

    Trip: Shark Fishing With Captain Justin

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