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Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

Hilton Head Island Fishing Charters

18 charter captains and guides fishing from Hilton Head Island, Bluffton and Beaufort, listed A to Z with their boats, trip types and published prices. Call the captain directly – we never take a commission.

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Hilton Head Island fishing charters and guides, A to Z

Trip types, species and prices are shown as each operator publishes them. Ask the captain what fits your group, and confirm prices before you book.

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Bay Runner Charters

1 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

Capt. Miles Altman24 ft Pathfinder 2400 TE (The Bay Runner); The Phantom; The Fin-aticUp to 12 guests

InshoreOffshore

Targets: Shark, Redfish, Black drum, Cobia, Bluefish, Ribbonfish

Offshore – The Phantom (up to 4 guests, 2-10 hr), from $395Shark Fishing – The Fin-atic (up to 12 guests, 3-6 hr), from $425Inshore – The Bay Runner (up to 4 guests, 2-10 hr), from $395
(843) 290-6955Website

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Cast Away Charters

Beaufort

Capt. TimUp to 6 guests

Coast Guard license shown on their site checked October 2026

InshoreNearshoreFly fishing

Targets: Redfish, Speckled trout, Flounder, Sheepshead, Black drum, Cobia, Tarpon, Spanish mackerel

Inshore, 1 angler (4 hrs) $450Inshore, 2 anglers (4 hrs) $500Inshore, 4 anglers (4 hrs) $575+5 more on their site
(843) 592-1062Website

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Green Heron Adventures

Public boat landings in Hilton Head, Bluffton and Beaufort

Capt. RobSkiffUp to 2 guests

Coast Guard license shown on their site checked October 2026

InshoreSight fishingFly fishing

Targets: Redfish, Cobia, Tripletail, Jack crevalle, Tarpon, Speckled trout, Flounder

(843) 263-0166Website

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Capt. Hook Party Fishing Boat

1 Shelter Cove Ln, Dock C, Hilton Head, SC 29928

Captain Hook party boat; 28 ft Glacier Bay (Gale Force)Up to 6 guests

InshoreOffshoreParty boat

Targets: Redfish, Black drum, Speckled trout, Jack crevalle, Cobia, Ladyfish, Bluefish, Tarpon

5.5-Hour Offshore Fishing Charter (public), from $75Gale Force – Private Fishing Charter, from $500
(843) 785-1700Website

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Izzy-a Hilton Head Fishing Charters

Harbour Town Marina, 160 Lighthouse Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

Capt. Greg Clark25 ft Sea CatUp to 4 guests

InshoreNearshore

Targets: Redfish, Cobia, Speckled trout, Flounder, Tarpon, Bluefish, Spanish mackerel, King mackerel

(843) 298-0990Website

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Reel Easy Charters

Broad Creek Marina, 18 Simmons Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC

Capt. Jack25 ft Classic Seacat

InshoreNearshoreOffshore

Targets: Shark, Redfish, Speckled trout, Black drum, Flounder, Black sea bass, Cobia, King mackerel

3 Hour – Shark Trip $5503 Hour – Inshore Trip $5504 Hour – Nearshore Trip $700+3 more on their site
(843) 290-2932Website

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Trip types

Deep sea, inshore or party boat in Hilton Head Island?

How the 18 operators listed here split by the trips they run. Not sure which fits? Read inshore vs offshore fishing.

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Deep sea and offshore boats

Offshore and deep sea trips run past the beaches to reefs, wrecks, ledges and open water for bigger fish. Expect longer runs, more swell and longer trips – full days are common.

Usually after: Shark, Redfish, Cobia, Black drum.

Deep sea fishing in Hilton Head Island: all 6 boats →

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Inshore and bay guides

Inshore trips fish calm bays, flats, marsh and the passes close to land. Short runs, smaller boats and steady action make them the usual pick for kids and first-timers.

Usually after: Redfish, Cobia, Shark, Tarpon.

Inshore fishing charters in Hilton Head Island: all 17 guides →

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Party boats

Party boats (head boats) sell spots per person, bait and tackle included. They are the cheapest way onto the water, and the crew helps beginners.

Usually after: Shark, Black sea bass, Redfish, Black drum.

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Today on the water

Conditions in Hilton Head Island right now

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Live from NOAA tide station 8669133, NOAA station 8670870, the National Weather Service. Tide times are predictions. Sunrise and moon are calculated for Hilton Head Island.

Full tide table and what is biting: Hilton Head Island fishing report.

Seasons

What is biting in Hilton Head Island, month by month

The main months for each fish, so you can match your dates to what you want to catch.

SpeciesJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Redfish
Speckled trout
Flounder
Cobia
Spanish mackerel
Tarpon
King mackerel
Black sea bass

Shaded months are the main season or open season for each fish, from the state wildlife agency or local captains’ own published calendars. Seasons and limits change – check current rules before you go. Sources: hiltonheadisland.org.

Know before you go

Fishing in Hilton Head Island: local notes

Calibogue Sound and the Intracoastal Waterway separate Hilton Head from the mainland; Port Royal Sound lies to the north, with cobia there and in the Broad River in spring.

Source: hiltonheadisland.org

Nearshore artificial reefs and wrecks lie 5-25 miles out; the Navy Towers (R7 and R8) are about 50 miles offshore and the Gulf Stream 60-80 miles out (about 12-hour trips).

Source: hiltonheadisland.org

Anglers 16 and older need a South Carolina recreational fishing license from boat, pier or beach; state rules apply within 3 miles of shore, federal rules beyond.

Source: hiltonheadisland.org

Sharks and stingrays may not be targeted from Hilton Head beaches, and loggerhead nests are on the beaches May-October.

Source: hiltonheadisland.org

Charter fleets dock at Broad Creek Marina, Shelter Cove Harbour, Harbour Town Yacht Basin, Palmetto Bay Marina and the Skull Creek north-end fleet.

Source: straycatcharters.com

Questions

Hilton Head Island fishing charter questions

How many fishing charters are in Hilton Head Island?

We list 18 charter captains and guides fishing from Hilton Head Island, Bluffton and Beaufort, A to Z – not ranked.

How much is a fishing charter in Hilton Head Island?

5 of the 18 operators listed here publish prices – you will see them on each listing. Prices depend on trip length, the boat and how far offshore you go, so confirm with the captain.

What fish can you catch in Hilton Head Island?

The species Hilton Head Island captains list most often are Redfish, Cobia, Shark, Tarpon, Speckled trout and Flounder. In October, the season calendar above shows Redfish, Speckled trout, Flounder, Black sea bass in season.

Do I need a fishing license on a charter in South Carolina?

Ask the captain when you book: in many coastal states a licensed charter boat covers its paying passengers, but not in every state or on every trip. A South Carolina resident annual license is $10 and a nonresident annual license $35. South Carolina fishing license prices and rules.

Does Gone Fishing HQ take a commission?

No. You book with the captain directly by phone or on their own website, and they keep 100% of the trip price.

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