Murrells Inlet, SC Fishing Trip — February

Your Murrells Inlet, SC Fishing Trip

February2 peopleFamily Trip
High 63°F / Low 44°F1.3" rain · 6 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in February

8 species
Spotted SeatroutGood
Spotted Seatrout
Various
SheepsheadGood
Sheepshead
Various
RedfishFair
Redfish
Bottom fishing · Trolling
FlounderFair
Flounder
Various
King MackerelLow
King Mackerel
Various
CobiaLow
Cobia
Various
Spanish MackerelLow
Spanish Mackerel
Casting · Trolling
Black Sea BassLow
Black Sea Bass
Bottom Fishing · Jigging

February Weather in Murrells Inlet

63°F
Avg High
44°F
Avg Low
1.3"
Rainfall
6
Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

18 Guides Matched

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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 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.

Buy License Online — South Carolina

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
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.

Flounder
Season:September 15 - December 31
Bag Limit:5 per person per day
Size Limit:16-inch total length minimum
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