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Little River, SC Fishing Trip — May

Your Little River, SC Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 79°F / Low 66°F7" rain · 11 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in May

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

May Weather in Little River

79°F
Avg High
66°F
Avg Low
7"
Rainfall
11
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

13 Guides Matched

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Captain Smiley Fishing Charters - Captain Smiley Fishing Charters
Captain Smiley Fishing Charters

Captain Smiley Fishing Charters

5(192)Top Rated
Little River, South Carolina
Hurricane Fishing Fleet And Dolphin Cruises - Speroes, Steven
Speroes, Steven

Hurricane Fishing Fleet And Dolphin Cruises

3.9(160)

Myrtle Beach's Original Deep Sea Fishing Head Boat, the Hurricane Fleet has been servicing the area since 1948. Head Boats, Dolphin Adventure Cruises, or Private Fishing Charters. Trips Daily, Rod, Reel, Bait, & Tackle Included. Family Friendly Trips Available. Check Our Schedule Online Now.

offshore
Little River, South Carolina
Coastal Marsh Adventures - Coastal Marsh Adventures
Coastal Marsh Adventures

Coastal Marsh Adventures

5(42)Top Rated

Coastal March Adventures offers nearshore and group fishing charters near Myrtle Beach in Little River, South Carolina.

Little River, South Carolina
Fisher of Men Inshore Charters - Fisher of Men Inshore Charters
Fisher of Men Inshore Charters

Fisher of Men Inshore Charters

4.9(35)Top Rated

Welcome to Fisher of Men Inshore Charters, one of the best choices for inshore fishing adventures near Myrtle Beach and North Myrtle Beach.

Little River, South Carolina
Fine Catch Fishing Charters - Fine Catch Fishing Charters
Fine Catch Fishing Charters

Fine Catch Fishing Charters

5(30)Top Rated
Little River, South Carolina
Tidal Inshore Fishing Charters - Tidal Inshore Fishing Charters
Tidal Inshore Fishing Charters

Tidal Inshore Fishing Charters

5(29)Top Rated

Tidal is a Myrtle Beach Inshore Fishing Charter located in Little River, South Carolina. We offer the best inshore fishing charters in Myrtle Beach.

Little River, South Carolina
Flying Fish Charters SC - Flying Fish Charters SC
Flying Fish Charters SC

Flying Fish Charters SC

4.9(24)Top Rated

Book Private North Myrtle Beach Fishing Charters. We Customize Full and Half Day Fishing Trips out of North Myrtle beach, SC. Veteran Owned and Operated, www.flyingfishcharterssc.com

Little River, South Carolina
Chilly Water Fishing Charters - Chilly Water Fishing Charters
Chilly Water Fishing Charters

Chilly Water Fishing Charters

5(18)Top Rated

Family friendly fishing located just outside of Myrtle Beach

Little River, South Carolina
Fish Screamer Charters - Fish Screamer Charters
Fish Screamer Charters

Fish Screamer Charters

4.8(19)Top Rated
Little River, South Carolina
Longway Charter Fishing - Chris Long
Chris Long

Longway Charter Fishing

4.6(19)Top Rated
inshore
Little River, South Carolina
Big O's Fishing Charters - Big O's Fishing Charters
Big O's Fishing Charters

Big O's Fishing Charters

5(8)Top Rated

Little River Fishing Charters - Nearshore and Offshore Fishing Trips

Little River, South Carolina
Salty Fin Charter - Salty Fin Charter
Salty Fin Charter

Salty Fin Charter

5(4)Top Rated
Little River, South Carolina
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$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
1 / 2

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

Spotted Seatrout

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

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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 offshore / inshore Fishing

  • Rain jacket or windbreaker
  • Layered clothing (it gets cooler offshore)
  • 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.

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.

Spotted Seatrout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:10 per person per day
Size Limit:14-inch minimum
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