Edisto Island, SC Fishing Trip — May
Your Edisto Island, SC Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 82°F / Low 69°F4.7" rain · 14 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in May
8 species
ExcellentKing Mackerel
Various
ExcellentRedfish
Bottom fishing · Trolling
ExcellentCobia
Various
ExcellentSpotted Seatrout
Various
ExcellentSheepshead
Various
ExcellentSpanish Mackerel
Casting · Trolling
ExcellentBlack Sea Bass
Bottom Fishing · Jigging
ExcellentFlounder
Various
May Weather in Edisto Island
82°F
Avg High
69°F
Avg Low
4.7"
Rainfall
14
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
6 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 freshwater Fishing
- Bug spray
- Rain gear
South Carolina Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$10
Non-Resident$35
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Freshwater and saltwater licenses sold separately.
Species Regulations
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.
Cobia
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per person per day, 3 per boat per day
Size Limit:36-inch fork length minimum
From January 1 to the last day of February, cobia fishing is only allowed from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. A harvest tag is required for each cobia kept.
Spotted Seatrout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:10 per person per day
Size Limit:14-inch minimum