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Ocean Creek Beach

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South Carolina, United States

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Great white shark

100 in · 1067 lb

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Pinfish

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General info

Ocean Creek Beach is an inshore water located in Horry County, South Carolina, United States. It is most popular for fishing Pinfish, Summer flounder, and Red drum.

Location

33°47′27″N 78°44′14″W
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Fishing regulations at Ocean Creek Beach, SC

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in South Carolina can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

Regulations for top species

Season open: year-round
Summer flounder

Summer flounder

Regulation boundarySC State Waters
Bag limit5

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Min size16" (Total Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish less than the minimum size limit.

Total length means the straight line distance from the most forward point of the head with the mouth closed, to the farthest tip of the tail with the tail compressed or squeezed, while the fish is lying on its side.

Vessel limit10

The maximum number of individual fish legally possessed aboard any vessel.

Additional information
The bag limit of 5 flounder per person or 10 per vessel includes Southern Flounder, Summer Flounder, and Gulf Flounder. Bag limits apply to rod and reel or gig. It is unlawful to gig for flounder in salt waters during daylight hours.
Edibility
Excellent
Season open: year-round
Red drum

Red drum

Regulation boundarySC State Waters
Bag limit1

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Min size18" (Total Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish less than the minimum size limit.

Total length means the straight line distance from the most forward point of the head with the mouth closed, to the farthest tip of the tail with the tail compressed or squeezed, while the fish is lying on its side.

Max size25" (Total Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish greater than the maximum size except as permitted.

Total length means the straight line distance from the most forward point of the head with the mouth closed, to the farthest tip of the tail with the tail compressed or squeezed, while the fish is lying on its side.

Vessel limit2

The maximum number of individual fish legally possessed aboard any vessel.

Additional information
May only be taken by rod and reel and gig.Cannot be harvested by gig in January, February, or December.May not be harvested from federal waters. When using a 4/0 or larger hook and natural bait, hook must be an inline circle hook. There are no restrictions on hooks smaller than 4/0 and when using artificial lures.
Edibility
Very Good
Synonyms
Channel Bass, Redfish, Sciaenops ocellatus, Spottail Bass
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FAQ about Ocean Creek Beach fishing

📍 Where is Ocean Creek Beach located?
Ocean Creek Beach is an inshore water located in Horry County, South Carolina, United States. Its coordinates are:
33°47′27″N 78°44′14″W
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🎣 Where on Ocean Creek Beach is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on Ocean Creek Beach by looking at where other anglers have caught fish. This can easily be done in the where it is also possible to see big fish potential and how good fishing is right now along with Garmin® depth maps.
🐟 What species are in Ocean Creek Beach?
The most common species in Ocean Creek Beach are:
  • Pinfish - 6 members reported to have caught this fish
  • Summer flounder - 5 members reported to have caught this fish
  • Red drum - 2 members reported to have caught this fish
📢 What are the latest Ocean Creek Beach fishing reports?
The latest Ocean Creek Beach fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at Ocean Creek Beach right now?
According to fishing regulations at Ocean Creek Beach, some of the species in season this November include: Striped bass, Northern red snapper, Gag grouper, Atlantic bluefin tuna, and Black grouper. For full details on other species — including bag limits, minimum and maximum size limits, and seasonal closures — download the .
🪪 Do I need a fishing license to fish at Ocean Creek Beach?

Fishing in South Carolina requires a valid state fishing license for anglers. Licenses include resident and non-resident, annual and short-term options, available online or at authorized vendors.

In South Carolina, no fishing license is required for anglers under 16. Residents 64 and older qualify for a discounted license. A few other exceptions worth knowing:

  • Free fishing days — most states designate 1–2 weekends a year where anyone can fish without a license

  • Tribal waters — tribal members fishing on tribal land operate under separate tribal regulations

  • Private ponds — landowners fishing their own water typically don't need a license

Non-residents usually pay more for a license than residents. Some species also require an extra stamp or endorsement on top of your base license.

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