Beaufort, SC Fishing Trip — December
Your Beaufort, SC Fishing Trip
December2 peopleFamily Trip
High 62°F / Low 44°F2.1" rain · 6 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in December
8 species
FairSpotted Seatrout
Various
FairSheepshead
Various
LowKing Mackerel
Various
LowRedfish
Bottom fishing · Trolling
LowCobia
Various
LowSpanish Mackerel
Casting · Trolling
LowBlack Sea Bass
Bottom Fishing · Jigging
LowFlounder
Various
December Weather in Beaufort
62°F
Avg High
44°F
Avg Low
2.1"
Rainfall
6
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
11 Guides Matched
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.
What's Biting By Month
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What to Bring
Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:
Essentials
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
- Polarized sunglasses
- Hat or visor
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
Food & Personal
- Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
- Snacks or lunch
- Cooler for your catch
- Motion sickness medication (if needed)
- Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
- Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)
For inshore Fishing
- Light rain jacket
South Carolina Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$10
Non-Resident$35
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Freshwater and saltwater licenses sold separately.
Species Regulations
Spotted Seatrout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:10 per person per day
Size Limit:14-inch minimum
Sheepshead
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:10 per person per day
Size Limit:14-inch total length minimum
King Mackerel
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per person per day
Size Limit:24-inch fork length minimum
Vessel limit is the number of persons legally fishing from the boat, or 10, whichever is greater.
Redfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per person per day
Size Limit:15–23 inch slot limit
Only allowed to possess one over 23 inches with a valid SCDNR issued Red Drum Tag.