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Johns Island, SC Fishing Trip — May

Your Johns Island, SC Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 83°F / Low 68°F4.9" rain · 17 rainy daysWarm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.

What’s Biting in May

8 species
RedfishExcellent
Redfish
Bottom fishing · Trolling
King MackerelExcellent
King Mackerel
Various
CobiaExcellent
Cobia
Various
Black Sea BassExcellent
Black Sea Bass
Bottom Fishing · Jigging
Spotted SeatroutExcellent
Spotted Seatrout
Various
SheepsheadExcellent
Sheepshead
Various
Spanish MackerelExcellent
Spanish Mackerel
Casting · Trolling
FlounderExcellent
Flounder
Various

May Weather in Johns Island

83°F
Avg High
68°F
Avg Low
4.9"
Rainfall
17
Rainy Days

Warm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.

6 Guides Matched

CITADEL FISHING - CITADEL FISHING
CITADEL FISHING

CITADEL FISHING

5(91)Top Rated

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.

RedfishTarpon
Johns Island, South Carolina
Tidal Waters Guide Service, LLC - Tidal Waters Guide Service, LLC
Tidal Waters Guide Service, LLC

Tidal Waters Guide Service, LLC

5(40)Top Rated

Tidal Waters Guide Service, LLC is a Fly Fishing and Light Tackle Fishing Charter in Charleston, SC

Johns Island, South Carolina
Lowcountry Inshore Charters - Lowcountry Inshore Charters
Lowcountry Inshore Charters

Lowcountry Inshore Charters

4.9(42)Top Rated

Capt Rob Bennett specializes in fishing and nature tours around Kiawah and Seabrook islands. Perfect for the fisherman or the whole family.

Johns Island, South Carolina
Affinity Charleston Fishing Charters - Affinity Charleston Fishing Charters
Affinity Charleston Fishing Charters

Affinity Charleston Fishing Charters

5(27)Top Rated

Affinity charters offers fishing charters in Charleston, SC. Light tackle and fly-fishing is our specialty. All tackle, bait, ice and fishing equipment are provided.

Johns Island, South Carolina
Mudbug Charters - Mudbug Charters
Mudbug Charters

Mudbug Charters

5(25)Top Rated
Johns Island, South Carolina
Full Circle Fishing Charters - Full Circle Fishing Charters
Full Circle Fishing Charters

Full Circle Fishing Charters

5(10)Top Rated
Johns Island, South Carolina
$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

Peak
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Redfish

saltwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

King Mackerel

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Cobia

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Black Sea Bass

saltwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

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South Carolina Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$10
Non-Resident$35
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Freshwater and saltwater licenses sold separately.

Buy License Online — South Carolina

Species Regulations

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.

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.

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.

Black Sea Bass
Season:May 15 - Dec 31
Bag Limit:7 per person per day
Size Limit:13-inch minimum

Check current regulations as seasons and limits can change.

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