Myrtle Beach, SC Fishing Trip — August

Your Myrtle Beach, SC Fishing Trip

August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 84°F / Low 72°F6.8" rain · 20 rainy daysWarm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.

What’s Biting in August

8 species
Spanish MackerelExcellent
Spanish Mackerel
Casting · Trolling
King MackerelGood
King Mackerel
Various
RedfishGood
Redfish
Bottom fishing · Trolling
CobiaGood
Cobia
Various
Black Sea BassGood
Black Sea Bass
Bottom Fishing · Jigging
Spotted SeatroutGood
Spotted Seatrout
Various
FlounderFair
Flounder
Various
SheepsheadFair
Sheepshead
Various

August Weather in Myrtle Beach

84°F
Avg High
72°F
Avg Low
6.8"
Rainfall
20
Rainy Days

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

3 Guides Matched

Prepare for Your Trip

Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

What to Bring

Check with your guide about gear. Here's a recommended packing list:

Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
Polarized sunglasses
Hat or visor
Weather-appropriate clothing
Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
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)
Light rain jacket
$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.

Things to Do in Myrtle Beach

Activities for your non-fishing days

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

Spanish Mackerel
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:15 per person per day
Size Limit:12-inch fork length minimum
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.

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