Charleston Fishing

Charleston may be known as the Holy City, but it is also known for its excellent fishing. With legendary low country inshore fishing, plentiful nearshore reefs, and access to the Gulf Stream, Charleston makes a top destination for many anglers.

Inshore fishing around Charleston provides excellent Red Drum fishing year round. The Speckled Trout fishing is also great a good portion of the year, as well as Flounder fishing. With the exception of the coldest months, Cobia can be found inshore and nearshore most of the year.

Perhaps the best fishing can be found on the numerous artificial and natural reefs nearshore of Charleston. Bottom fishing and trolling around these reefs will produce good catches of a variety of reef fish, including Grouper, Snapper, King Mackerel, Black Sea Bass, Barracuda, and Sharks.

Offshore fishing Charleston can produce a variety of different tuna, including Blackfin, Skipjack, and Yellowfin. There are also many Blue Marlin, White Marlin, and Sailfish that move through during the summer months, along with the Mahi-mahi (Dolphinfish). While Wahoo can be found year round, most are caught in the Spring or during the Fall.

Charleston Fishing Forecast

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Latest Charleston Fishing Reports

• Dock Fishing
  Every year Ray and Marv drive up from Florida for three days of fishing. Despite all the options available they want one thing: big redfish under docks. So bring out... The p

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• Charleston Fishing Report – September 2025
  Fantastic fall fishing is about to begin thanks to a perfect storm of conditions. The combination of lower water temperatures tons of bait and fewer fishermen on the water ma

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• Sullivan’s Island Fishing
  Under dark skies and with lightening cells off in the distance we met early in the morning to fish the rising tide. While the clouds hung around for the duration... The post

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• Fishing Charleston Harbor
  Headed off to Ranger school on Monday Luke and his family wanted to get some fishing in before he left home. Started the charter watching bluefish and smaller trout mess... T

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• Charleston Fishing Report – August 2025
  Our fishery is in full swing with lots of bait and an incredibly diverse mixture of fish to target. During August it will be key to get out early to... The post Charleston Fi

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• Kiawah Fishing Charters
  Tried fishing the big water as well as popping corks to start the charter without much luck. Fortunately the tide was dropping out quick and let us get up onto... The post Ki

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• Folly Beach Fishing Charters
  After catching one shark after another Ryland decided he would like to spend the rest of the charter casting. We switched over to popping corks and mud minnows and let... The

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• Charleston Fishing Report – July 2025
  While the weather has been quite hot it hasn’t slowed the fishing down. Fishermen can try starting early in the morning where they can find fish chasing bait on the... The po

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• Folly Beach Fishing
  Found a few seams of calm weather in an otherwise windy stretch of days. We were able to pole on the flats and the redfish clearly did not mind the... The post Folly Beach Fi

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• Fishing Kiawah Island
  The Hable family joined me again this year for a morning of family fishing. As the tide fell we worked grassy banks with mud minnows under popping corks and quickly... The po

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Top Charleston Bait & Tackle Stores

1. Haddrell's Point Tackle
   Haddrell's Point Tackle is located in Charleston and Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. Locally owned and operated since 1983.
   

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2. FinAddict Fly & Light Tackle Charters
   
   

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Top Charleston Fishing Charters & Guides

1. Charleston Charter Fishing
   Led by Charleston fishing guide Capt. Geoff Bennett, Charleston Charter Fishing provides fly fishing and light tackle fishing charters in beautiful historic Charleston, South Carolina. During your Charleston fishing charter, you will fish the many bo
   

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2. Charleston Fish Rod Bending Company
   Deep Sea fishing charters and Inshore fishing charters in Charleston's calm waters for Redfish, Shark, Speckled Trout, Flounder and a host of other seasonal species. We are family friendly and fish year round! Our goal is to create a custom trip
   

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3. FishWater Outfitters
   FishWater Outfitters provides expert fly fishing guides and inshore fishing charters throughout the Charleston area. We specialize in Inshore Light Tackle and Fly Fishing in the beautiful lowcountry waters surrounding Charleston, SC.
   

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4. Exclusive Fishing Charters Charleston SC
   Our guide service provides year round action and excitement to all skill levels of anglers in Charleston, SC. Exclusive Fishing Charters specializes in fishing charters in the Charleston, SC area. We specialize in catching year round inshore and n
   

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5. Fly Right Fishing Charters
   Captain John Irwin of Charleston’s premier light tackle and fly-fishing charter service has been an expert area guide for over 10 years. Fly Right charters caters to serious anglers, including experienced fly-fisherman. Fly Right Charter’s also offer
   

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6. Knot Stressed Charters
   We are currently fishing out of a 2007 20′ Pathfinder loaded with all the equipment needed to fish in the back waters of the low country.
   

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7. Charleston Saltwater Fishing
   We offer year round charter fishing in the Charleston area. Inshore fishing can be an exciting and rewarding experience. Our ecosystem provides us with the opportunity to fish for many different species. Make a fishing charter part of your weekend pl
   

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8. Fin Stalker Charters
   Fin Stalker Charters is owned and operated by Capt. Chris Chavis, a native of Charleston, he has been guiding on the waters in and around Charleston for 16 years. He is dedicated to making your trip productive, memorable, and safe. We cater to the wa
   

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9. Charleston Fishing Adventures
   Throughout the miles of Spartina Grass and collections of oyster bed ecosystems the South Carolina Lowcountry is teeming with life! Our goal at Charleston Fishing Adventures is to bring you a fun filled and productive day of fishing in the unique coa
   

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10. Charleston Fish Finder
    Hello, I am Captain Ben Floyd and I can show you a great time on the water while you are in the Charleston area. Our Charleston Fishing Charters offer excellent fishing opportunities available year round. My goal is to provide my clients with a safe,
    

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Top Charleston Marinas

1. Ashley Marina
   The Harborage at Ashley Marina is a large, professionally managed marina capable of accommodating vessels up to 150 feet in length. The marina consists of approximately 230 wet slips and is located in historic downtown Charleston. Among Ashley Marina
   

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2. Safe Harbor Charleston City
   Previously named ‘Marina of the Year’ by Marina Dockage magazine, Safe Harbor Charleston City is home to the famed Mega Dock which hosts some of the most prestigious yachts in the world. As a premier boating destination, the marina’s state-of-the-art
   

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3. Safe Harbor Bristol
   Sitting on a quiet stretch of the Ashley River neighboring Charleston's historic district, Safe Harbor Bristol bestows boaters with easy access to open water and the rich culture of one of the top cities in the country. Take your boat out for a d
   

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Bouy Conditions

Station 41004 - EDISTO - 41 NM Southeast of Charleston, SC
September 18, 2025 12:30 am EDT
Location: 32.502N 79.099W
Wind Direction: SW (230°)
Wind Speed: 9.7 knots
Wind Gust: 11.7 knots
Atmospheric Pressure: 30.03 in (1016.9 mb)
Air Temperature: 80.6°F (27.0°C)
Dew Point: 69.3°F (20.7°C)
Water Temperature: 81.9°F (27.7°C)

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