Charleston, SC Fishing Trip — August
Your Charleston, SC Fishing Trip
August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 85°F / Low 73°F10.7" rain · 20 rainy daysHot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.
What’s Biting in August
74 speciesAugust Weather in Charleston
85°F
Avg High
73°F
Avg Low
10.7"
Rainfall
20
Rainy Days
Hot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.
24 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.
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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 / fly fishing Fishing
- Waders (if not provided)
- Wading boots with felt or rubber soles
- Bug spray
- 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
Spanish Mackerel
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:15 per person per day
Size Limit:12-inch fork length minimum
Yelloweye Snapper
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:10 per person per day within the Snapper Grouper aggregate
Size Limit:12-inch minimum total length
Yellowtail Snapper are included in the 10-snapper grouper aggregate bag limit. Check SCDNR regulations for any potential changes.
Needlefish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Mahi Mahi
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per person or 15 per boat, whichever is more restrictive.
Size Limit:No size limit
Check for any Highly Migratory Species (HMS) permit requirements if fishing in federal waters.











































































