Sheepshead

If you're looking to tangle with some sheepshead, Murrells Inlet offers a fantastic setting, particularly around the jetties and docks that are abundant in the area. These fish are structure-oriented, so focus your efforts around barnacle-encrusted pilings and rock formations. Spring and fall are prime times, as the water temperatures are moderate and sheepshead are actively feeding. A fiddler crab or small piece of shrimp presented on a Carolina rig is tough to beat. Remember to use a short-shank, stout hook to help set into their bony mouths. A local tip: try fishing the outgoing tide around the jetties near the inlet's mouth for increased current flow and feeding activity. Sheepshead in Murrells Inlet are known for their impressive size, often exceeding 5 pounds, so be prepared for a good fight!