Sight Casting Charters In South Carolina

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Flats, Inshore Fishing Charter in Hilton Head Island

Backcountry Light Tackle & Fly

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18 ft 1 - 2 People From $248 / person

Flats, Inshore, River Fishing Charter in North Charleston

Charleston Inshore Excursion

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17 ft 1 - 2 People From $225 / person

Flats, Inshore, River Fishing Charter in Charleston

Reds On The Fly And Light Tackle

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Inshore Fishing Charter in Hilton Head Island

Hilton Head On Artificials

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22 ft 1 - 4 People From $88 / person

Flats, Inshore, Jetty, River Fishing Charter in Mount Pleasant

4hr Inshore

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23 ft 1 - 6 People From $125 / person

Flats, Inshore, River Fishing Charter in Mount Pleasant

Seasonal Inshore Action

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22 ft 1 - 6 People From $100 / person

Most Popular Types of Sight Casting Trips in South Carolina

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Come fish Charleston's beautiful coastal waters and prepare for an action-packed day of fishing in the South Carolina flats! With so many endless waterways, Charleston makes for great inshore fishing all year long. Mrs. Kendra, your contact listed here, runs all the scheduling for the outfit and handles most of the communication in the days leading up to the trip. On this half-day trip, our captains will take you up the river inlets and creeks, to the grass lines and docks, or out to the harbor where you'll be targeting Flounder, Redfish, and Speckled Trout. You'll be sight casting right to where the fish are on light tackle. Whether you're an expert or a beginner, our captains will show you some expert tips to help get one on the line! We have three 25' SeaPro 248s. These vessel allows up to six anglers to move around the deck with ease, and provides ample seating and a stable and flat casting deck. She boasts a top speed of 50 knots to get you skipping from spot to spot in no time, and comes equipped with everything you will need for the perfect day on the water! This vessel has fantastic shallow water capability, and with a 14” draft that allows it to access areas that most cannot. We provide all rods, reels, tackle, bait, fishing licenses and an ice box to store your catches. He'll even clean any keepers for you to take home. All you need to bring is any food or drinks you might want. Tight lines! Read More

Flats, Inshore, River Fishing Charter in Mount Pleasant

Low Country Inshore Slam

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25 ft 1 - 6 People From $138 / person

Hop on board with Captain Conner for an exciting day of fishing the shallow tidal creeks, and low country marshland around Kiawah SC! Conveniently located between the bountiful Kiawah River and the open Atlantic Ocean, it's safe to say there's no shortage of fish! On this 4 to 8-hour trip, Captain Conner is based out of the John's Island/Folly beach area but loves picking up his clients down in Kiawah to explore the local waters. Stalking the myriad of fingers and shallow creeks of the Kiawah River you can expect to sight fish Redfish, Speckled Trout, Black Drum, Blacktip Shark, Bonnethead Shark, Flounder, and much more! You can use light tackle with artificial lures or live bait, or even fly fish if you want to. Captain Conner will get your rod set up with what the fish are biting for whichever method you choose! Whether you're a beginner or experienced angler, Captain Conner will give you all the instruction you need to attract some fish. You’ll be fishing aboard a maneuverable skiff boat that can fit up to 2 anglers. Equipped with a wireless trolling motor, this vessel will have no problem getting you into hard-to-reach waters. Captain Conner will provide all rods, reels, tackle, fishing licenses, water, and snacks. He'll have an ice-filled cooler ready to go and will even do some photography for you! All you need to bring is sunscreen, polarized sunglasses, and a hat if you need one. Come aboard with Captain Conner and catch some fish! Read More

Flats, Inshore, River Fishing Charter in Folly Beach

Folly Beach On Light Tackle

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18 ft 1 - 2 People From $250 / person

Head out with Captain David to explore the complex web of small creeks and expansive marsh flats that line South Carolina's dynamic coast. This tidal ecosystem provides some of the best saltwater inshore fishing in the country. Often sheltered from the wind and waves these low country tidal waters are often characterized by crystal clear water and piles of happy fish. Captain David specializes in running light tackle and fly fishing charters for redfish, speckled trout and flounder. Whether you're an experienced angler or a beginner, USCG licensed Captain David customizes each inshore fishing charter to his client's level of experience, and of course, kids are always welcome. The South Carolina coast consists of a network of bays, rivers, creeks, marshes and flats creating a. His charters are convenient to Charleston, Mount Pleasant, Isle of Palms and Sullivans Island. Customers will fish out of Captain David's 17' Mitzi Skiff which is specifically designed to be able to chase inshore sportfish up into shallow water creeks and on the flooded marsh flats. Penn Conflict reels and Shimano rods are provided for spinning gear while Ross reels and G-Loomis rods are provided for fly fishing charters. Depending on the season and customer preference, Redfish, Speckled Trout and Flounder can be caught by utilizing an array of tactics including live bait and artificial lures. Whether you're wanting to cast a fly for a tailing red or a just looking to relax and catch fish, David will customize your trip to ensure your fishing experience in Charleston will be a memorable one. Read More

Flats, Inshore, River Fishing Charter in Mount Pleasant

Inshore Saltwater

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17 ft 1 - 2 People From $225 / person

Enjoy the low country waters of Charleston, Folly Beach, and Kiawah Island with Captain Brian as you chase down all kinds of inshore species. Trips start at 7 am for morning trips and 1-2 pm for afternoon trips. With over three decades of experience Captain Brian and his team offer unparalleled knowledge and experience of the unique river systems of Charleston and surrounding inshore waters. While enjoying all that the rivers have to offer you will have the unique opportunity to catch fish ranging from Redfish, Trout, Flounder, Black Drum, Sheepshead, or Shark. Captain Brian will provide all the bait, tackle, rods, reels, bottled water, and fishing licenses you will need for an awesome adventure. Depending on where your staying, Captain Brian can often pick you up closer to home base if that makes it easier for you. He will often venture north from Folly Beach to fish closer to Charleston in the Stono river tributary or move south to fish closer to Kiawah. Let us know where you're staying and we'll see if Captain Brian can accommodate you! Captain Brian loves to practice catch and release to benefit his local fishery, but is more than happy to clean your catch for you as well if you'd like to keep some slot fish to take home for dinner! ​All he recommends is that you dress appropriately for the weather and bring non-aerosol sunscreen, sunglasses, and any food or drinks you'd like to enjoy onboard. If you plan to take home your catch, you can also bring a personal cooler with ice that you can leave in your car for after the trip. Read More

Flats, Inshore, River Fishing Charter in Folly Beach

Low Country Exploration Trip

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22 ft 1 - 4 People From $163 / person

Head out on South Carolina's lowcountry tidal flats for an epic fishing adventure with your guide, Captain Ryan. He loves fishing this beautiful area, and knows the water like the back of his hand. The inshore water here is famous for its Redfish, Flounder, and Speckled Trout, which congregate in the backwaters here to hunt for crabs, shrimp, baitfish, and other forage. You'll have plenty of opportunities to sight cast directly to tailing Reds on the flats, or to practice your cast-and-retrieve techniques while looking for Flounder. All of these fish are a real blast to hook up, and are a great time for anglers of all levels. Plus, Redfish are top-notch table fare as well! You'll get after it aboard Captain Ryan's 18' Maverick HPX-S skiff, a perfect craft for fishing shallow backwater areas. She runs a 70-HP Yamaha outboard, and has a bunch of gear and amenities to enhance your trip. The fish are biting—what are you waiting for?! Read More

Inshore, River Fishing Charter in Folly Beach

Charleston Light Tackle Trip

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18 ft 1 - 2 People From $275 / person

Captain Justin offers multiple different inshore fishing packages to fit your needs! Whether it's using light tackle in the back creeks targeting the many different species of fish or going after a trophy bull redfish, various species of sharks, or even stingrays in the harbor! Step aboard this beautiful Sportsman 214 Tournament Bay boat. She comes fully equipped with the latest top-of-the-line equipment, such as a 12" Simrad EVO3 depth finder, Minn Kota Terrova trolling motor with spot lock and Power Pole shallow water anchor, allowing the opportunity to get to the fish in even the trickiest of areas! Other features include a premium sound system with Bluetooth, 3 live wells, and plenty of storage. Powered by the strong and ever-dependable Yamaha VMAX 150 you are sure to get to the fish fast and back to port safe! Captain Justin will provide all the rods, reels, tackle, licenses, tackle, bait, an ice cooler, and bottled water. Feel free to bring your own equipment if you'd like, your favorite food and drinks, and don’t forget sunscreen, a hat, and some sunglasses! Read More

Flats, Inshore, River Fishing Charter in Mount Pleasant

Captain Justin's Inshore Special

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22 ft 1 - 6 People From $117 / person
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Everything to Know About Booking a South Carolina sight casting charter

What are the best sight casting charters in South Carolina?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 15 sight casting trips in South Carolina, and the most popular trips in the area are Backcountry Light Tackle & Fly guided by Graham, Reds on the Fly and Light Tackle guided by Adam, and Charleston Inshore Excursion guided by Carlo.

Our guides in South Carolina are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 2414 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 Sight Casting charter in South Carolina are Mount Pleasant, Folly Beach and Hilton Head Island.

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

What types of sight casting charters are common in South Carolina?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular for sight casting in South Carolina as well as inshore fishing, river fishing, and flats fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for sight casting in South Carolina are: 1. redfish, 2. speckled trout, 3. flounder, and 4. bonnethead shark.

How much do South Carolina sight casting fishing charters cost?

for sight casting in South Carolina prices can range anywhere from an affordable $350 to $1,775, but the average price for a half day trip for sight casting in South Carolina is $566. The average price for a full day trip for sight casting in South Carolina is $973.

What month is best for on a sight casting charter in South Carolina?

The most popular season to go on a sight casting charter in South Carolina is summer, and most anglers book their trips 19 days in advance.

Do I need a South Carolina fishing license and what are the bag limits 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

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great trip!

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

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    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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