Folly Beach Fishing

If you enjoy fishing, the Charleston region offers an impressive variety and abundance of aquatic life. The possibilities here are endless; from deep sea fishing to fly fishing in backwater estuaries to shrimping and oyster harvesting.

folly beach oceanfront deep sea fishing charters If you are planning on fishing in South Carolina, state law requires that you have a fishing license. A Resident Freshwater Fishing License (required for all public freshwaters when using manufactured equipment and/or artificial bait). The cost is $10 for a 1 year license. Residents have the option of choosing a 14-day license for $5. Annual resident Saltwater Fishing License (required to harvest oysters or clams or to fish for marine finfish from privately owned boats) is $10. $5 for a14-day license. A Shrimp Baiting License (required to take shrimp by cast net over bait during set season) is $25.

South Carolina residents also have the terrific savings option by purchasing a Lifetime Freshwater or Saltwater Fishing License for only $300. Annual Non-Resident Freshwater or Saltwater License fee is $35. $11 for a 7-day license. A Non-Resident Shrimp Baiting License is $500. Please be aware that fishing is NOT permitted off highway bridges unless otherwise posted.

If you’re looking for an experienced local fisherman to show you the ropes, the Charleston region offers a great selection fishing charters:

• Boatyard Blue Charters
• Capt. Rick Hiott’s Inshore Fishing Charters
• Charleston Charter Fishing
• Hot Shot Charters
• Palmetto Charters
• Squid Row Deep Sea Fishing Charters
• World Music Charters of Folly Beach

These are just a few of the fine fishing charters in the area. To help preserve the region’s precious coastal ecosystem, some local fishing charters practice (CPR) Catch, Photograph, and Release.

fishing from the folly beach pier One of the best fishing spots in the area is the pier on Folly Beach. The Edwin S. Taylor Folly Beach Fishing Pier is 25 feet wide and extends more than 1,045 feet into the Atlantic Ocean. The pier is situated 23 feet above sea level and features a 1,400 square foot covered shelter. Rental rods are available at the Gangplank Gift & Tackle Shop. The pier also has restrooms and if you’re hungry or thirsty you can visit Locklear’s Beach City Grill located at the mouth of the pier.

If you’re looking for a new rod, reel, lures or tackle, the Charleston Angler has everything you could imagine for your fishing needs. They are the premier saltwater fishing and fly fishing tackle shop in the area. Charleston Angler is opening a new store in Mount Pleasant in late spring of 2006.

If competition is your thing, the Charleston Trident Fishing Tournament may be for you. The Charleston Trident Fishing Tournament annually recognizes outstanding saltwater and freshwater catches made in the tri-county area. Yearly winners receive plaques acknowledging their catches. The tournament runs from March 1 to October 1.

Enjoy the abundance and variety of maritime life in the Lowcountry. In flats and rivers around Charleston, fishermen can expect to encounter Flounder, Red Drum, Black Drum, Bluefish, Speckled Trout and Sheepshead. The shore water and harbors provide the opportunity to catch King Mackerel, Channel Bass, Spanish Mackerel, Tarpon and a variety of shark species.

Buy a license, follow the rules, grab a pole and enjoy the wonders of fishing in the Charleston area.