Damn Good River Fishing Charters In Murrells Inlet

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 16 river trips in Murrells Inlet, and the most popular trips in the area are Half Day Inshore/Nearshore guided by Ryan, Inshore Light Fishing Trip guided by Adrian, and Inshore Saltwater guided by David.

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

The most common fishing techniques in Murrells Inlet are bottom fishing, jigging, and light tackle fishing but trolling is popular as well.

Prices for river fishing in Murrells Inlet can range anywhere from about $513 to $2,200, but the average price for a half day trip for river fishing in Murrells Inlet is $837. The average price for a full day trip for river fishing in Murrells Inlet is $1,579.

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.

The most popular season for river fishing in Murrells Inlet is spring, and most anglers book their trips 8 days in advance.

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.