Scup Fishing Charters In South Carolina

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Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Charleston

Charleston Deep Sea Offshore

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24 ft 1 - 6 People From $171 / person

Nearshore Fishing Charter in Mount Pleasant

Bottom Fishing With Captain Brad

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26 ft 1 - 6 People From $167 / person

Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Charleston

Deep Sea Quest: Reel & Explore

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26 ft 1 - 6 People From $200 / person

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Mount Pleasant

Combo Trolling And Bottom Fishing

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26 ft 1 - 6 People From $208 / person

Most Popular Types of Scup Trips in South Carolina

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Launch aboard Captain Brad's fully decked out 26' Center Console for a first-class Atlantic Coast fishing experience out of historic Charleston SC. With a background in the US Coast Guard and a resulting 10+ years of experience fishing the Atlantic Coast all the way from Maine down to the Florida Keys, Captain Brad will put all of his knowledge toward getting you on the fish safely and in style! Captain Brad usually likes to launch from the WO Thomas Jr. Boat Landing by the Westmoreland bridge, but there is no need to waste your time hailing an uber or fretting showing up on time, if transportation is a problem Brad is more than happy to come to pick you up! Just let us know where you'd like to be picked up from. Either way, after you get settled in, and Captain brad starts up his twin 150 Yamahas, you will motor out a couple of miles offshore to do some trolling, bottom fishing, and fish catching! For these Combo Trolling and Bottom fishing trips you can expect to hook into the likes of Wahoo, King Mackerel, Snapper, Sharks, Mahi Mahi, Bonita, Amber Jack, and Cobia just to name a few, and there are plenty more species the productive waters of the Atlantic can offer up! You are welcome to get as involved as you would like with your adventure as well, whether you'd rather lounge until the reel starts screaming or if you want your hand on the rod the whole time, Captain Brad can make it happen! Beyond superior service and luxurious amenities, Captain Brad also provides the best rods, reels, tackle, bait, and fishing licenses you could possibly need for a successful day out on the water. Thus, all you need to bring is your favorite lunch, snack, and drink, your sun protection, maybe a towel, and your camera! Otherwise, Captain Brad will take care of the rest to make the most of your Charleston offshore adventure! Read More

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Mount Pleasant

Combo Trolling And Bottom Fishing

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26 ft 1 - 6 People From $208 / person

Come explore the depths of the Atlantic with Captain Chris out of Charleston, South Carolina. His decked out 26’ Center Console has an assortment of amenities, and the twin 150 Yamahas power you through the offshore chop. The trip has several options in terms of time and distance: you can go 12-20 miles offshore on a 6 hour trip, 25-15 miles on an 8 hour trip, or anywhere between 25-75 miles on a 10 hour, all day adventure. On this 6-10 hour, full day trip you can practice several fishing techniques. Trolling offshore allows you to sit back and enjoy the cool sea breeze and smooth ride while waiting for your reel to scream, when you know you’ve got something good! Captain Chris has extensive knowledge of these waters, and his quick decision making, backed by experience, makes him a great captain who will do his best to help you try and find fish. On this trip, you will be looking for Amberjack, Black Seabass, Cobia, Gag Grouper, Red Snapper, and Triggerfish, but who knows what else you might pull out of the depths? This trip accepts up to six guests, and Captain Chris is very accommodating to all levels of experience, which makes for a great family adventure. He will help you as much as you need, and is very communicative. This trip has the potential to be very productive since the waters off Charleston are so bountiful and Captain Chris has been fishing them for years, so prepare yourself to spend a wonderful day out on the ocean. Read More

Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Charleston

Deep Sea Quest: Reel & Explore

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26 ft 1 - 6 People From $200 / person

Launch aboard Captain Brad's fully decked out 26' Center Console for a freezer-filling fishing experience out of historic Charleston SC. With a background in the US Coast Guard and a resulting 10+ years of experience fishing the Atlantic Coast all the way from Maine down to the Florida Keys, Captain Brad will put all of his knowledge toward getting you on the fish safely and in style! Captain Brad usually likes to launch from the WO Thomas Jr. Boat Landing by the Westmoreland bridge, but there is no need to waste your time hailing an uber or fretting showing up on time, if transportation is a problem Brad is more than happy to come to pick you up! Just let us know where you'd like to be picked up from. Either way, after you get settled in, and Captain Brad starts up his twin 150 Yamahas, you will motor out a couple of miles offshore to hit the reefs, wrecks, and deepwater structures for some delicious table fare that puts up a fight! On these trip, you will be using heavy tackle rods and weighted live bait or jig hooks that you'll drop down into the murky depths of the Atlantic. You can expect to hook into a variety of Snapper and Grouper species like Red Snapper, Lane Snapper, Vermillion Snapper, Red Grouper and Gag Grouper, but you never know what the murky depths of the Atlantic will produce! Fishing the reefs you can also catch an occasional Amberjack, and Cobia just to name a few, and there are plenty more species the productive waters of the Atlantic can offer up! You are welcome to get as involved as you would like with your adventure as well, whether you'd rather lounge until Captain Brad has hooked into the fish or if you want your hand on the rod the whole time to feel the bite, Captain Brad can make it happen! Beyond superior service and luxurious amenities, Captain Brad also provides the best rods, reels, tackle, bait, and fishing licenses you could possibly need for a successful day out on the water. Thus, all you need to bring is your favorite lunch, snack, and drink, your sun protection, maybe a towel, and your camera! Otherwise, Captain Brad will take care of the rest to make the most of your Charleston offshore adventure! Read More

Nearshore Fishing Charter in Mount Pleasant

Bottom Fishing With Captain Brad

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26 ft 1 - 6 People From $167 / person

Head out with Captain Darius for an action-packed day of fishing on the beautiful South Carolina coast! The Gulf Stream in the offshore waters of Charleston is perfect for chasing after some prized Atlantic fish! On the 6-hour trip, Captain Darius will bring you 20-30 miles offshore to productive fishing grounds where you'll be bottom fishing for Black Sea Bass, Triggerfish, Sheepshead, Red and Vermilion Snapper, and Grouper. If you go for the 8-hour trip, you can venture 30-50 miles offshore where you'll start to see Mahi-Mahi and maybe even some billfish. Either way, you can bet on doing a lot of catching. Just let Captain Darius know what you want to catch and he'll take you to the prime spots and get you set up the best methods! You'll be aboard Captain Darius's 24' Seafox 248 Commander center console with enough room for 6 anglers. Powered by a 250 HP Yamaha engine, she'll have no problem getting you to the prime fishing spots! This vessel comes equipped with a GPS, Fishfinder, Live Bait Well, Multimedia System, on board Bathroom and Ice Box to store your catches. You'll get to take any keepers home for a tasty meal! Captain Darius will provide all rods, reels, tackle, live bait, lures and fishing licenses. He will even provide a tasty lunch for an additional fee. All you need to bring is sunglasses, sunscreen, and any food or drinks you might want out on the water. Head out to the Gulf Stream with Captain Darius! Read More

Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Charleston

Charleston Deep Sea Offshore

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24 ft 1 - 6 People From $171 / person
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Everything to Know About Booking a South Carolina scup fishing charter

What are the best scup fishing charters in South Carolina?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 4 scup trips in South Carolina, and the most popular trips in the area are Charleston Deep Sea Offshore guided by Darius, Bottom Fishing with Captain Brad guided by Brad, and Deep Sea Quest: Reel & Explore guided by Chris.

Our guides in South Carolina are rated a 4 out of 5 based on 2410 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are licensed, insured, and 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.

The most popular cities to book a Scup charter in South Carolina are Mount Pleasant and Charleston.

Looking for kid friendly scup guides in South Carolina? Check out our beginner and family friendly scup guides in South Carolina.

What types of scup fishing charters are common in South Carolina?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular for scup in South Carolina as well as nearshore fishing.

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

How much do South Carolina scup fishing charters cost?

for scup in South Carolina prices can range anywhere from an affordable $1,000 to $1,750, but the average price for a full day trip for scup in South Carolina is $1,336.

What month is best for scup fishing in South Carolina?

The most popular season for scup fishing in South Carolina is summer, and most anglers book their trips 27 days in advance.

Do I need a South Carolina fishing license for scup and what are the bag limits for scup in South Carolina?

You’re in luck! Our fishing tours in South Carolina don’t require you to purchase a fishing license – your group is covered by your boat’s captain. See here for more information on bag limits and fishing season regulations in South Carolina.

Recent Reviews of Captain Experiences

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip with Captain Chris today! All 6 of us caught a couple including 5 nice Reds! Fun day on the water. Spring break 2024!

    Jay J. with Kendra K. of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great trip with Captain Brad! Nice boat, friendly guide, and tons of fish! Would highly recommend.

    Spencer W. with Brad B. of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina

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    Loved it. Kids had fun. Matt is very knowledgeable and nice. Can’t wait to do some deep sea fishing next summer.

    Ben B. with Matt S. of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time with Adam! He was very knowledgeable about fishing in the area. It was a very tough day for fishing but we really enjoyed being on the river.

    Dave K. with Adam L. of Charleston, South Carolina

  • ★★★★★
    Awesome trip!!

    Jonathan W. with Johnston M. of Charleston, South Carolina

  • ★★★★★
    Great time! Took my 12 yo out for few hours and Adam was extremely knowledgeable. Boat was in great condition and felt safe throughout the trip. We will definitely return in the fall!

    Randy G. with Adam L. of Charleston, South Carolina

  • ★★★★★
    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. with Dustin S. of Folly Beach, South Carolina

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Brent was amazing. He’s incredibly patient and genuinely caring to make sure you’re having a great experience If it’s your first time or 50th time, Captain Brent IS the guy in Charleston for fishing

    Matthew A. with Brent R. of Charleston, South Carolina

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    Had a great trip!

    Tyler M. with Johnston M. of Charleston, South Carolina

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    Five stars for sure! Tim was great from start to finish, had everything we needed, put us on the fish and went out of his way to make sure we enjoyed our time catching fish. Would highly recommend, and one of the unusual things about Tim is, he is a Charleston native. Joe

    Joe M. with Tim M. of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina

  • ★★★★★
    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. with Dustin S. of Folly Beach, South Carolina

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    Adrian was just awesome! He kept us up to date on weather and was flexible with date/time to make sure we went out at the best time. He got there early to make sure we were all set with plenty of bait and extra rods and reels ready to go. He even had an extra hat and sunglasses for our 16 yo who forgot his. He knew the best fishing spots and locations at each spot. He could cast within inches of his intended target, was very knowledgeable about the fish, and helped us release the sting ray and gar we accidentally caught. Very pleasant, hard working and very experienced! You can’t go wrong with Adrian!

    Cynthia B. with Adrian J. of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Bentley and Patrick were awesome. They made the experience memorable, and we plan to make this a tradition. Great boat and great crew!!

    Josnel F. with Bentley J. of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina

  • ★★★★★
    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. with Darius B. of Charleston, South Carolina

  • ★★★★★
    He was very good and tried to get us where the fish were bitting but hot weather was not our friend for this adventure but we did catch some would go with him again hands down

    Michele W. with Christopher C. of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina

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

    Michael C. with Chris A. of Charleston, South Carolina

  • ★★★★★
    Thank you for everything!

    Hong T. with Bob U. of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time. Captain Adrian was knowledgeable and interactive. One of our best trips.

    John A. with Adrian J. of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina

  • ★★★★★
    Perfect. Great weather and Brent took advantage of it. Took us to multiple spots to try to find the fish until he found one that was successful. Brent worked very well with our kids...11 and 13 year old boys. He was good at teaching them tips and was eager and fun when action was happening!! He fit right in with our family and was a great guide and leader! The boat rides were fun and he went out of his way to show my son's the jellyball and anything else outside of standard fishing that came up. Loved it!!

    Carissa S. with Brent R. of Charleston, South Carolina

  • ★★★★★
    We had an incredible day fishing with Captain Adrian! He was awesome lining up the best time of day to fish ahead of time thru great communication. While we didn't expect to catch a bunch since we were early in the season, we caught a BUNCH of fish - completely lost count it was such a good day - all catch and release. Adrian did a great job keeping our lines in the water from baiting hooks to fixing a few snags to getting fish off the hooks. Adrian was awesome! Highly recommend!! What a great day...

    Ben F. with Adrian J. of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina

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