Fishing Charters in South Carolina
Browse fishing charters in South Carolina that can help you catch tarpon.
Merrikohl Outfitters
Whether it's redfishing the back bay, fighting a tarpon against a spray of saltwater or taking an adventure outside of the Lowcountry, we've gotcha covered. From rigging tackle, to getting you on a sweet spot (and later cleaning the catch) Merrikohl Outfitters will take you there and show you how.
Avid Angling Fishing Charters
Avid Angling Fishing Charters offers Inshore Fishing Charters, Nearshore Fishing Charters, Fly Fishing, Flycasting Lessons, Nearshore Sight Fishing Trips, Surf Fishing, Cobia Trips, and Tarpon trips.
LoCo Fly Charters
Hilton Head Fly Fishing Charter specializing in sight casting on the fly, light tackle and lessons, chasing Redfish, Cobia, Jacks and the mighty Tarpon.
Kingfisher Guide Service
Kingfisher Guide Service specializes in inshore fly fishing & light tackle sight fishing for everything from redfish to record sized tarpon.
CITADEL FISHING
Citadel Fishing offers fly fishing charters on skiffs – inshore and nearshore trips for 1–2 anglers. Redfish, tarpon, and more along the SC and GA coast. Licensed captain offering guided trips, sightseeing, and eco-tours.
Barrier Island Guide Service
Fishing Report for the Myrtle Beach, Pawleys Island to Georgetown SC areas. Guide and Charter for Tarpon, Red Fish, Flounder and Sea Trout South Carolina.
Blue Boy Fishing Charters
The most exciting fishing in all of South Carolina - Redfish, Trout, Flounder, Tarpon and more! With Capt. Glenn Wilson.
Lowcountry Cowboy Fishing Charters
Premiere Charter Fishing at Hilton Head Island. Deep Sea, Offshore, Inshore, Near Shore. Catch: Redfish, Jack Crevelle, Tarpon, Spanish Mackerel, Cobia, Sharks!
SEA BEE FISHING CHARTERS
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Best Time to Catch Tarpon
Peak season: May, June, July, August. Also good: April, September. Right now in February, activity is poor.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Tarpon
Tarpon are known for their acrobatic leaps and impressive fighting ability, making them a favorite among sport anglers. They inhabit warm coastal waters and estuaries, often found near mangroves and coral reefs. Tarpon fishing is particularly popular during the summer months when they are more active.
How to Catch Tarpon
Detailed fishing techniques coming soon for Tarpon in James Island.
Related Species in South Carolina
Other Species to Fish in James Island
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