South Channel

Fishing spots, fishing reports, and regulations in

South Carolina, United States

5.0·92 catches

Logged catches

5.0

Top fish species at South Channel

King mackerel

Blacktip shark

Atlantic sharpnose shark

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South Channel fishing reports

Pinfish

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Grey triggerfish

length · weight

length · weight

King mackerel

17 in · 2 lb

King mackerel

15 in · 1 lb

Sandbar shark

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Fishing regulations at South Channel, 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.

Local laws and licenses

South Carolina fishing license

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Regulations for top species

Season open: year-round

King mackerel

Regulation boundarySouth Atlantic Federal Waters

Bag limit3

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 size24" (Fork Length)

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

Fork Length means the length of a fish as measured from the most forward point of the head to the rear center edge of the tail.

Additional information

Allowed to keep cut-off (damaged) Atlantic king mackerel caught under the recreational bag limit and complies with the minimum size limits. A person who is on a trip that spans more than 24 hours may possess no more than two daily bag limits, provided: such trip is aboard a vessel operating as a charter vessel or headboat; the vessel has two licensed operators aboard; and each passenger is issued and has in possession a receipt issued on behalf of the vessel that verifies the length of the trip. ----------Federally Permitted Charter/Headboats: -If a federally permitted vessel fishing in federal waters catches a species that is closed to harvest in federal waters, the vessel is not allowed to retain that fish. -If a federally permitted vessel fishing in state waters catches a species that is closed to harvest in federal waters but open in state waters, the vessel is not allowed to retain that species. -If a federally permitted vessel fishing in federal waters catches a species that is closed to harvest in state waters but open to harvest in federal waters, they may retain that fish if they do not stop to fish in state waters when returning to port. All gear must be stowed. For more information on management of South Atlantic federal fisheries, please visit SAFMC or NOAA Fisheries. To see commercial regulations, download Fish Rules Commercial App for iOS devices or Android devices.

Edibility

Very good, but may contain elevated mercury levels. Watch Deer Meat for Dinner's Kingfish Catch, Clean, Cook. It's very good!

Synonyms

Scomberomorus cavalla, Smoker, kingfish

Season open: year-round

Blacktip shark

Regulation boundaryHighly Migratory Species

Bag limit1

Min size54" (Fork Length)

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

Fork Length means the length of a fish as measured from the most forward point of the head to the rear center edge of the tail.

Aggregate limit1

The maximum number of individual fish across an aggregate group of species legally harvested per harvester per day.

Vessel limit1

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

Special gear

HMS Shark

No person issued an HMS Angling permit or an HMS Charter/Headboat permit under may possess a shark if the shark was taken from its management unit by any gear other than rod and reel or handline.

Restrictions & requirements

Gigging

Harvest by gigging prohibited.

Snagging

Harvest of this species by snagging (snatch hooking) is prohibited.

Spears

Harvest of this species by "spearing" is prohibited. Spearing includes the catching or taking of a fish by bow hunting, gigging, spearfishing, or by any device used to capture a fish by piercing the body.

Multiple Hooks

Harvest of this species by or with the use of any multiple hooks in conjunction with live or dead natural bait is prohibited.

Required licenses

Atlantic Highly Migratory Species Angling Permit with shark endorsement

Additional information

Recreational shark anglers aboard federally permitted vessels are required to use non-offset, non stainless steel circle hooks in federal waters (3 – 200 miles offshore) when fishing with baited hooks. All sharks must be landed intact with the head, tail, and all fins naturally attached. The shark may be gutted and bled at sea (e.g., by making an incision at the base of the tail). You must report recreational landings of shark in Maryland by calling 1-410-213-1531. Sharks harvested but not retained must be released in a manner that will ensure maximum probability of survival. Do NOT remove the fish from the water. Sharks can be difficult to ID. Remember: If you don't know, let it go. For help with shark identification, download the Recreational Atlantic HMS Shark ID Placard (http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/sfa/hms/species/sharks/documents/shark_id_placard_532017_web.pdf) or the Prohibited Shark ID Placard (http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/sfa/hms/species/sharks/documents/prohibited_shark_id_placard_5302017_web.pdf) All highly migratory species require an HMS Angling Permit from NOAA Fisheries. Permits are available by calling 1-888-872-8862, or by visiting hmspermits.noaa.gov. No sale permitted for HMS species caught under an HMS Angling Permit. For complete HMS regulations contact NOAA Fisheries HMS Management Division at 1-301-427-8503 or visit www.fisheries.noaa.gov/topic/atlantic-highly-migratory-species

Edibility

Catch, Clean, Cook Blacktip Shark

Synonyms

Carcharhinus limbatus

Season open: year-round

Atlantic sharpnose shark

Regulation boundaryHighly Migratory Species

Bag limit1

Special gear

HMS Shark

No person issued an HMS Angling permit or an HMS Charter/Headboat permit under may possess a shark if the shark was taken from its management unit by any gear other than rod and reel or handline.

Restrictions & requirements

Gigging

Harvest by gigging prohibited.

Snagging

Harvest of this species by snagging (snatch hooking) is prohibited.

Spears

Multiple Hooks

Harvest of this species by or with the use of any multiple hooks in conjunction with live or dead natural bait is prohibited.

Required licenses

Atlantic Highly Migratory Species Angling Permit with shark endorsement

Additional information

No minimum size limit. Recreational shark anglers aboard federally permitted vessels are required to use non-offset, non stainless steel circle hooks in federal waters (3 – 200 miles offshore) when fishing with baited hooks. All sharks must be landed intact with the head, tail, and all fins naturally attached. The shark may be gutted and bled at sea (e.g., by making an incision at the base of the tail). You must report recreational landings of shark in Maryland by calling 1-410-213-1531. Sharks harvested but not retained must be released in a manner that will ensure maximum probability of survival. Do NOT remove the fish from the water. Sharks can be difficult to ID. Remember: If you don't know, let it go. For help with shark identification, download the Recreational Atlantic HMS Shark ID Placard (http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/sfa/hms/species/sharks/documents/shark_id_placard_532017_web.pdf) or the Prohibited Shark ID Placard (http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/sfa/hms/species/sharks/documents/prohibited_shark_id_placard_5302017_web.pdf) All highly migratory species require an HMS Angling Permit from NOAA Fisheries. Permits are available by calling 1-888-872-8862, or by visiting hmspermits.noaa.gov. No sale permitted for HMS species caught under an HMS Angling Permit. For complete HMS regulations contact NOAA Fisheries HMS Management Division at 1-301-427-8503 or visit www.fisheries.noaa.gov/topic/atlantic-highly-migratory-species

Synonyms

Rhizoprionodon terraenovae

Local laws and licenses

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FAQ about South Channel fishing

📍 Where is South Channel located?

South Channel is a water located in Beaufort County, South Carolina, United States. Its coordinates are:

32°05′52.8″N 80°37′26.4″W

🎣 Where on South Channel is it best to fish?

Find the best fishing spots on South Channel 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 South Channel?

The most common species in South Channel are:

King mackerel - 11 members reported to have caught this fish
Blacktip shark - 8 members reported to have caught this fish
Atlantic sharpnose shark - 7 members reported to have caught this fish

📢 What are the latest South Channel fishing reports?

The latest South Channel fishing reports are:

@Michaelcar830 reported a nice Pinfish.
@levinewman9188 reported a nice Grey triggerfish.
@MattJR12 reported a nice King mackerel.
@MattJR12 reported a nice King mackerel.

🗓️ What species are in season at South Channel right now?

According to fishing regulations at South Channel, some of the species in season this November include: Red grouper, Atlantic bluefin tuna, Greater amberjack, Black grouper, and Yellowfin 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 South Channel?

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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South Channel

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South Channel fishing reports

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Fishing regulations at South Channel, SC

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King mackerel

Blacktip shark

Atlantic sharpnose shark

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