Hilton Head Island Fishing
In the warm ocean waters around Hilton Head Island, anglers can catch snapper, grouper, kingfish, cobia, bluefish, spot tail bass, swordfish and shark, while flounder, sea trout and croakers are found inshore.
Fishing licenses are needed for saltwater and freshwater fishing for anyone 16 years or older. Individuals recreationally fishing in saltwater and freshwater from shore (beach, bank, private dock, free public pier, etc.) and those recreationally shrimping and crabbing will be required to have a saltwater recreational fishing license. A freshwater fishing license is required for those who want to cast a line in any of the Island's lagoons and ponds, and throughout Beaufort County.
The following is a list of license prices:
Annual Resident License: $10
Resident 14-day License:$5
Annual Non-resident License: $35
Non-resident 14-day License: $11
Shrimp Baiting License: $25
You can obtain a license at a DNR authorized agent, bait and tackle shops or major retailers. Call 1-866-714-3611 for more details or to obtain a license by phone. Licenses can also be purchased online by clicking here.
Visit the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources for more detailed information on fishing licenses and regulations.
Aqua Sports-Sea Wolf Charters
T: (843) 525-1174View Website
Address: 1 Landing Drive Port Royal Landing Marina, Port Royal, SC 29935
Broad Creek Marina
T: (843) 681-3625View Website
Address: 18 Simmons Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
Bulldog Fishing Charters
T: (843) 422-0887View Website
Address: 19 Myrtle St, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
Capt. Hook Party Fishing Boat
T: (843) 785-1700View Website
Address: 1 Sea Trout Court, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
Drifter Excursions, Inc.
Drifter Excursions offers a wide variety of fishing, dolphin watching, nature and educational children's cruises. Our fleet of boats is located at South Beach Marina, in Sea Pines Plantation, on Hilton Head Island. Come join us and let our experiencedT: (843) 363-2900View Website
Address: 11 Braddock Cove, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
Fishin' Coach Charters, Inc.
T: (843) 757-2126View Website
Address: 16 Rainbow Road, Bluffton, SC 29910
Hilton Head Outfitters at Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort
T: (866) 380-1783View Website
Address: 80 Queens Folly Rd., Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
Live Oac
Live Oac was founded with the intention of sharing this fascination with others. Whether you're looking for a relaxing sunset boat cruise, an educational dolphin eco tour, some shark fishing excitement, watersports fun, or perhaps an entire day of....Read More
T: (888) 254-8362View Website
Address: 43 Jenkins Road, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
Lowcountry Charter Fishing
T: (843) 816-4441View Website
Address: 405 Squire Pope Road, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
Off The Hook Fishing Charters
Come fish the beautiful inshore waters of the Lowcountry with Captain Brian Vaughn, a native of Hilton Head Island with over 25 years experience guiding inshore, offshore, light tackle and fly fishing charters.
You will be fishing in a 2010 19ft.....Read More
T: (843) 298-4376View Website
Address: 68 Helmsman Way, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
Outside Hilton Head/Outside Daufuskie
For more than 30 years, Outside Hilton Head has been providing fun and memorable outdoor activities to Hilton Head Island residents and visitors. Back in 1979, we were a fledgling windsurfing school operating off the beach in Sea Pines Plantation. Since....Read More
T: (843) 686-6996View Website
Address: Plaza at Shelter Cove Ln., Ste. H, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
Papa Bear Charters
T: (843) 816-3474View Website
Address: 87 Point Comfort Road, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
Runaway Fishing Charters
T: (843) 384-6511View Website
Address: 2 Hudson Road, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
Shelter Cove Marina at Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort
T: (843) 842-7001View Website
Address: 1 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
Southern Drawl Outfitters
T: (843) 705-6010View Website
Address: 1533 Fording Island Road, Suite 316, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926