What would you recommend to anglers fishing in Charleston, South Carolina for the first time?

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Jonathan Pease
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Went fishing with Short Skirts Sportfishing Charters on Juli 29, 2025
Had an amazing time. Caught lots of fish and Captain Hayden Knew all the places to go. He was very friendly and my family and I had an amazing time! If you’re looking for a great time on the water in Charleston I definitely recommend booking with him! Thanks again Hayden for the amazing trip.

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Brian Walters
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Went fishing with Heritage Fishing Charters on Juli 16, 2024
It was very hot and humid in mid July. Our morning trip started earlier than originally schedule(at the recommendation of our captain) so we could get 4 hours in before it got too hot. I think if we would have gone in June instead of the middle of July we would have gone for a longer charter and maybe caught more fish.

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Free Kasler
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Went fishing with Short Skirts Sportfishing Charters on Mei 11, 2024
If you're prone to motion sickness, get the herbal non-drowsy stuff they have at Walmart. At times, we were rocking pretty hard and that med worked great for us! Also, take suntan Lotion and a long sleeve shirt.

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Josh Gray
El Paso, IL
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Went fishing with Heritage Fishing Charters on Juli 18, 2023
If you're coming in July, be prepared for some hot fun! Be patient, as the heat effects the fishing and its hit or miss. Pick a highly recommended guide, like Brian at Heritage Charters, to ensure you have the trip possible and a fun guide to keep ya going, even if the fishings slow!

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Daniel Draisen
Belton, SC
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Went fishing with Coastal Carolina Fishing Charters on April 13, 2023
Like all SC weather, it changes often. Be prepared to reschedule or to take a trip with conditions that are less favorable than you might want. If you do not get sick easily, take a chance and get your hook wet!

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Kurt Ottaway
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Went fishing with Heritage Fishing Charters on Oktober 21, 2025
After one trip I’m not really qualified to say! Beautiful area, variety of fish, regular action!

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Sonja Schmidt
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Went fishing with Heritage Fishing Charters on Oktober 15, 2025
Yes... It was perfect for first timers and those that haven't been fishing in a long time!

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Koelle McDaniel
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Went fishing with Heritage Fishing Charters on September 5, 2025
The weather here in Charleston can change quickly so consider that for your trip. Bring drinks the captain has an ice chest and provides a bag of ice for you to put your drinks in.

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Carl Carson
Moncks Corner, South Carolina
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Went fishing with Silver Beard Charters on Juni 2, 2025
Call Capt Brian with Silver Beard Charters for Redfish, black drum or sheepshead and if your lucky get offshore for bottom fishing beatdown!

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Tori Hyder
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Went fishing with Heritage Fishing Charters on Juli 24, 2025
8am-12pm ended up being very hot. Looking back I would've preferred a 6-10 or 7-11 to beat the heat.

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Nicholas Clark
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Went fishing with Short Skirts Sportfishing Charters on Juli 10, 2025
Book directly with the fishing captain. It will be cheaper and they can help you determine when a good timeframe will be to go after what you are after. Weather is chaotic during July.

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Kenneth White
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Went fishing with Four Sons Charters – 24’ Inshore #1 on Juli 8, 2025
Lots of fish available, we’ve had great results two years now on our family vacation look forward to many more.

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Jeff Johnson
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Went fishing with Short Skirts Sportfishing Charters on Juni 26, 2025
They say the fishing is better spring or fall. Our trip was good but started to get a little toasty the last hour.

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Michael Sigler
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Went fishing with Sunshine Charters of Charleston on Juni 5, 2025
Be prepared to have fun. We really enjoyed it. Even though the weather played a part in the fish not really wanting to bite. We still enjoyed every minute and the captain was a hoot.

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Buddy Robbins
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Went fishing with Heritage Fishing Charters on Mei 23, 2025
Fishing was great! Caught fish almost on every cast. There was some little nibbles stealing baits but still atleast they were biting!

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Brandon Dominguez
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Went fishing with All In One Charters on Mei 4, 2025
We had perfect weather so it was nice for us but I’d prepare for a cool morning and a potentially hot afternoon.

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Robert Placek
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Went fishing with Short Skirts Sportfishing Charters on April 20, 2025
I really can’t recommend our time in April because it is hit or miss?!?!Thats why the call it fishing. Conditions were excellent but the fish weren’t biting!

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Alex Newell
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Went fishing with Fisher Rose Angling on Maart 21, 2025
Sudden wind made the locations a challenge. But with an experienced captain you can find the right spots.

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Rebecca Geiling
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Went fishing with Sunshine Charters of Charleston on November 10, 2024
Dress in layers as the climate does change from the time you leave the dock until the time you return back. Bring a mid-sized cooler for your ride home because you will catch some nice fish.

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Stephen Bard
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Went fishing with Full Circle Fishing Charters on Augustus 20, 2024
Great for sailfish. Listening to the radio chatter, there were 12 - 16 sailfish caught the day we went out.

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Doug Blaha
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Went fishing with Mudbug Charters on Juni 6, 2024
I really can’t recommend fishing. The captain said he was one of many. I guess if you just want to fish and not keep any the it would be ok. Only thing is the price should be lowered.

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Edward Blau
Charleston, South Carolina
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Went fishing with Ceviche Charters on Juli 27, 2023
If you are not used to the heat and sun, make sure you have the right protective clothing, sun screen and drink water.

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Sherry Schatz
Atlanta, Georgia
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Went fishing with Chompin Charters - Private-Toilet & Live Bait on Juli 1, 2023
Daniel was amazing!! His communication was great! He definitely did everything in his power to make sure our trip was awesome!! We would definitely recommend!!

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Austin Allen
Hiram, GA
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Went fishing with BoSs Fishing Company on Mei 6, 2023
Get your rest before you go. you’ll be glad you did pulling those fish in gets tiring after a while

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Robert Steele
Stallings, NC
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Went fishing with Flood Tide Charters on Maart 30, 2023
If catching fish is important and you have flexibility, book charters seeking red drum during low tide. If low tide is in the morning, book morning, and vice versa if low tide is in the afternoon…

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Jessica Lloyd
COLD SPRGS HI, KY
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Went fishing with Heritage Fishing Charters on Oktober 11, 2022
I would definitely recommend this fishing charter. Our captain was super fun and very knowledgeable about the fish we caught. Kids had a blast.

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Terry Miller
Dublin, OH
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Went fishing with Olde Man Charters & Tours on Maart 14, 2022
This was our first fishing trip to Charleston. While our trip was semi-productive, I think later in the year (May-June) is a better time to go.

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Chris Harrison
United States
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Went fishing with Charleston Fishing Excursions on Juni 17, 2021
Sharks were all we caught. Which was fun. Would have liked more reel time , even if smaller. But it was a good time!

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John Garrison
Summerville, South Carolina
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Went fishing with Atlantic Breeze Offshore 35’ on Juni 18, 2019
Booking when it is this warm, book at least 6 hours so the charter can go to deeper water where the larger fish have migrated to.

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Jeffrey Smith
Mooresville, NC
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Went fishing with Fin Stalker Charters - 30' on April 17, 2019
Not all fish are running so summer is a little better but there is stil plenty to catch. Pick a calm day and go!