Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

April 5, 2017

Hilton Head Island

INSHORE – The Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) fishing has been good, especially on topwaters. They are just about everywhere, but haven’t made it oceanside yet. Fishing rivers has been most productive. They are biting just about any time of day if you have some water movement and can find a place where they are holding up. Redfish (Drum, Red) are typical of the season. They aren’t as aggressive at this point as they are more scattered. There are still a few schools but not nearly as large as the Winter time. Chartreuse and White will be your best colors to throw this week. Flounder (Flounder, Southern) have also been caught here and there. We hope to see this continue into the weekend.



BAIT REPORT – There has been a ton of bait (Menhaden & Mullet) swimming this week.


Capt. Mark LoCo Fly Charters
843-540-7302
locoflycharters@gmail.com www.locoflycharters.com

March 29, 2017

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – Anyone that wants to do a little inshore day fishing and just wants a tug on their line well, the Whiting (Kingfish, Southern) bite is on wide open! And the inshore fishermen are catching some nice Spotted Seatrout (Seatrout, Spotted), Redfish (Drum, Red) and Flounder (Flounder, Southern)! So the bottom line is if one fish doesn’t find your bait offering interesting another might! Please remember that to catch a Whiting you need to lightly set the hook between this fish’s first and second hit. And I am sorry to say that there is much time between its one two bite patterns. It’s best described as a quick two drill bite event. The Whiting hits and then hits the bait again in quick session. If you don’t set the hook in between hits, you might as well reel in and reload! Because your bait will be missing! The good news is once you get it, you got it!

OFFSHORE – This week the artificial reefs are holding some serious Sheepshead fish. Purple Back Fiddlers on a customized Carolina bottom rig is the ticket. Anglers are finding it only takes one cast. Farther out there has also been catches of White Grunt (Grunt, White), Sea Bass (Sea Bass, Black) and Hog Nose Snapper

BAIT REPORT – As far as bait, I always suggest when available to purchase/catch some live Shrimp, because all fish will eat it! While fishing with live Shrimp I suggest keeping any leftovers included parts and pieces, because this makes for great bait when target whiting! Best place to store this bait is in an empty water bottle. All you need is small pieces of shrimp, small hooks; small sinkers, light tackle, and give them time to eat.


Captain Judy Helmey Miss Judy Charters
912-897-4921
www.missjudycharters.com

March 29, 2017

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – Speckled Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) and Redfish (Drum, Red) continue to turn up into this week. Bull Reds and cold water Sharks (Dogfish, Spiny) are showing up nearshore. Fishing with cut bait through a moving tide has been most productive.






Blue Water Marine – Tackle Shop
843-671-3060

March 23, 2017

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – The Speckled Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) on live Shrimp is killer during the day this week. They are in deeper water around the marsh edges and bluffs. There are a lot of Sheepshead being caught on Fiddler Crabs along with some nice Black Drum (Drum, Black) around. Search structure on the inside to find them. Sheepshead are inshore on structure and off the shore swimming the nearshore reefs.

OFFSHORE – It has still been a bit rough to get outside however when anglers can get to the ledge they were high speed trolling for Wahoo during the day. Not many fish have been caught as of late. We are still expecting things to pick up once we see more ideal conditions for the season.

BAIT REPORT – Bait is beginning to show up. Mullet has moved in. Shrimp are in the deep holes. Search roughly 35 feet of water with a deep hole net.


Bluffton Marine
843-757-7593

March 14, 2017

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – The fish were responding well to the warmer weather so the recent front will turn them off for a few days. The drop in temperature shuts the metabolism down in the Drum (Drum, Red) so they won’t be feeding. They will be quite lethargic. Winds are up to 30 mph. We hope to see things clear up for the weekend.






Baystreet Outfitters
843-524-5250
www.baystreetoutfitters.com

March 7, 2017

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – The warm Winter has enabled anglers to fish all year. The Spring bite is a little bit slower but there are still plenty of Redfish (Drum, Red) eating. Schools are beginning to break up slightly so anglers are changing tactics to find them. This doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll need to cover more water yet. There are still some Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) around, we were lucky to avoid the Trout kill that can happen with fluctuating weather, numbers are still good.






Capt. Mark LoCo Fly Charters
843-540-7302
locoflycharters@gmail.com www.locoflycharters.com

March 1, 2017

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – Black Drum (Drum, Black) have moved in recently. Redfish (Drum, Red) are mixed in. Reports on Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are quiet. Both artificial and live bait are working well to hook them. Most of the action is coming from the morning bite. We hope to see this continue into the weekend. We expect that with all the recent warm weather the Spring bite should arrive in no time!






Shelter Cove Harbour
843-842-7001
www.palmettodunes.com

February 21, 2017

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – Inshore has been good and the weather is warming up. The fish are a lot more active than they would be during this time of year. They are still in their winter patterns, schooled up on the flats. Live bait, artificials and flies are working well while fishing the moving tide. Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are consistently biting with the nice weather.






Southern Drawl Outfitters
843-705-6010
www.southerndrawloutfitters.com

February 14, 2017

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – Redfish (Drum, Red) and small Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are turning up during the day this week. Bigger sizes are taking cut bait on the bottom. The smaller fish have been preferring Mud Minnows. A high slack tide is the key time to fish. As the tide moves out smaller sizes are showing up around the creek mouths.






Captain Steve Roll Seas So Shallow Guide Service & Guest House
843-252-3882
captainsteve@seassoshallow.com www.seassoshallow.com

February 8, 2017

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – Things are a bit slower with the Winter(ish) weather. There has been a few Redfish (Drum, Red) and Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) being caught lately. You can find them in the creeks or the Sound. Live Shrimp or soft plastics with a jighead are your best bet to hook them. Natural colors have been the key.






Shelter Cove Harbour
843-842-7001
www.palmettodunes.com

January 31, 2017

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – The Redfish bite is tough some days as the fish are a bit spooky. Black Drum (Drum, Black) can still be caught. Bull Reds (Drum, Red) are swimming the nearshore structure. Sheepshead are hanging around the pilings inshore and structure nearshore. They are usually a great winter fish and have good food value. Fiddler Crabs and small Shrimp will hook them.

OFFSHORE – Black Sea Bass (Sea Bass, Black) are on the nearshore reefs. Sheepshead are on the wrecks and reefs.




Blue Water Tackle Shop
843-671-3060
www.bluewaterhhi.com

January 24,2017

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – Plenty of Trout (Seatrout, Spotted), Redfish (Drum, Red) and Sheepshead have been caught inshore. Zman Trout Tricks in various colors as well as Opening Night Bass Assassin Sea Shads are working well. Electric Chicken has also been productive. Live Shrimp and live Minnows are your best bet in terms of bait.

OFFSHORE – Blackfin (Tuna, Blackfin) and Wahoo have been the hot tickets offshore this week.




Bluffton Marine
843-757-7593

January 18, 2017

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – Recently the Redfish (Drum, Red) and Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) have been good with the weather warming up. Creeks and the flats are your best places to look. The outgoing tide is generally most productive.



BAIT REPORT – Mullet and Mud Minnows are around this week.


Blue Water Tackle Shop
843-671-3060
www.bluewaterhhi.com

January 11, 2017

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – Hey anglers! In order to bring you valuable, up to date content such as regulations, GPS Hotspots, and BRAND NEW features the Pro Angler App Pro Reports will be returning the week of January 16, 2017. Please feel free to take a look at last week’s reports for an idea of what’s biting or give your favorite local bait shop a shout! The Pro Angler App looks forward to bringing you lots of exciting changes as we kick off 2017!






Pro Angler Team

January 3, 2017

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – Reds (Drum, Red) are still hanging around this week. The Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) bite is slacking off as the temperature cools. A few scattered Flounder (Flounder, Southern) have also been caught. Search the creeks and backwater using Mud Minnows and Shrimp. Reds are the most prominent bite. You might even find a Black Drum (Drum, Black). You can catch Sheepshead if you know of some inshore structure. Nearshore the big Bull Redfish and Black Drum are biting well. Search around 40 ft or less.



BAIT REPORT – The Shrimp are quite scattered this week. You may be better of buying bait.


Blue Water Tackle Shop
843-671-3060
www.bluewaterhhi.com

December 27, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – Speckled Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) have been hot as of late. They are in the creek mouths over oyster shells as well as moving water over oyster points. They are preferring artificials this week. You can sight cast for Redfish (Drum, Red) on the low tide. This is very productive using Berkley Gulp or Zman. DOA Shrimp is also working well. Shrimp and Crab patterns on the fly rod is a great alternative. This bite should hold steady into the new year pending any unexpected weather. We would like to wish all of our anglers a safe and happy holiday season and look forward to catering to all your fishing needs come 2017.






Baystreet Outfitters
843-524-5250
www.baystreetoutfitters.com

December 20, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – Speckled Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) have been hot as of late. They are in the creek mouths over oyster shells as well as moving water over oyster points. They are preferring artificials this week. You can sight cast for Redfish (Drum, Red) on the low tide. This is very productive using Berkley Gulp or Zman. DOA Shrimp is also working well. Shrimp and Crab patterns on the fly rod is a great alternative. This bite should hold steady into the new year pending any unexpected weather. We would like to wish all of our anglers a safe and happy holiday season and look forward to catering to all your fishing needs come 2017.






Baystreet Outfitters
843-524-5250
www.baystreetoutfitters.com

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – Speckled Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) have been hot as of late. They are in the creek mouths over oyster shells as well as moving water over oyster points. They are preferring artificials this week. You can sight cast for Redfish (Drum, Red) on the low tide. This is very productive using Berkley Gulp or Zman. DOA Shrimp is also working well. Shrimp and Crab patterns on the fly rod is a great alternative. This bite should hold steady into the new year pending any unexpected weather. We would like to wish all of our anglers a safe and happy holiday season and look forward to catering to all your fishing needs come 2017.






Baystreet Outfitters
843-524-5250
www.baystreetoutfitters.com

December 15, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – Speckled Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) and Redfish (Drum, Red) are the main bites inshore this week. Anywhere back in the creeks along the South end and around Harbortown or Baynard Cove are great. Live bait is your best bet to hook them. Shrimp or Mullet are the preference. Bull Reds are on the reefs and along Savannah Shipping Channel. There hasn’t been much on Sheepshead.






Blue Water Tackle Shop
843-671-3060
fish@saltydog.com www.bluewaterhhi.com

December 7, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – The wind and cool temperature has slowed the bite down a bit this week. The Redfish (Drum, Red) are decent. They are swimming in roughly a foot of water. You can sight cast for them. Mud Minnows and Shrimp are your best bet to hook them. We’ve been catching a lot of fish on flies lately too. Crab and Shrimp patterns are best. The cooler water is clearer so Bonefish patterns are productive in natural colors. The Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are the best we have seen in years. There are lots of fish up 24 inches in the backcountry. Baystreet Outfitters is fully stocked for the Christmas season with tons of new products






Baystreet Outfitters
843-524-5250
www.baystreetoutfitters.com

December 1, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – The Redfish are still biting. Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are doing well too. Trout are along grass lines and oyster beds. Minnows or Shrimp under a cork are productive along with soft plastics such as Gulp Shrimp or anything that looks like a minnow or shrimp. Nearshore the Bull Reds (Drum, Red) and Weakfish are swimming bottom structure. Generally cut Mullet will work well to hook them. You can find them in 30 ft or less.






Blue Water Tackle Shop
843-671-3060
fish@saltydog.com www.bluewaterhhi.com

November 22, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – Inshore fishing is great right now. The fish are beginning to settle into the Winter routine as the water cleans up. Fish will begin to school up on the flats. Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are taking Zman Trout Tricks. There has been a huge emphasis on topwater for bigger Trout in the low light, early morning or late afternoons. MirrOlure She Dog is a great topwater choice. The big Bull Reds (Drum, Red) are off the beach a few miles. Look for Gannets and Loons diving. Cast bait or drop bucktail jigs to find them. Southern Drawl Outfitters is closed Thursday and open on Friday!

OFFSHORE – Wahoo are biting but you’ll have to go far out to the gulf stream to find them.

BAIT REPORT – Menhaden have been swimming.


Southern Drawl Outfitters
843-705-6010
www.southerndrawloutfitters.com

November 16, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – This week we are seeing Drum (Drum, Black), Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) and Weakfish just off the shore. Bull Reds (Drum, Red) are biting well so far. Most anglers are heading out in the morning. The best bite seems to last until about noon. The moving tide is most productive.

OFFSHORE – If you can get to the Gulf Stream, anglers to the north are reporting some good Wahoo fishing. Most fish have been caught high speed trolling dark lures during the day. Pro Angler Team




Shelter Cove Harbour
843-842-7001

November 9, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – The Redfish (Drum, Red) and Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) bite has been strong in the backwater and the creeks. Look for moving tide for the best bite using Mud Minnows or cut Mullet under a float. We are also seeing Bull Reds out in the deep water around 40 ft in the Sound and nearshore.

OFFSHORE – A few Sharks (Shark, Blacktip & Shark, Bull) have been caught offshore/nearshore.

BAIT REPORT – Anglers are netting Mullet this week. If you spend some time in the creeks with a cast net, you should be able to load up on bait.


Blue Water Tackle Shop
843-671-3060
fish@saltydog.com www.bluewaterhhi.com

November 9, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – The Redfish (Drum, Red) and Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) bite has been strong in the backwater and the creeks. Look for moving tide for the best bite using Mud Minnows or cut Mullet under a float. We are also seeing Bull Reds out in the deep water around 40 ft in the Sound and nearshore.

OFFSHORE – A few Sharks (Shark, Blacktip & Shark, Bull) have been caught offshore/nearshore.

BAIT REPORT – Anglers are netting Mullet this week. If you spend some time in the creeks with a cast net, you should be able to load up on bait.


Blue Water Tackle Shop
843-671-3060
fish@saltydog.com www.bluewaterhhi.com

November 2, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – Most of the bite is tide dependent into this week. The big tides are creating good flood tide fisheries. Anglers are getting up onto the flats for Big Reds that will taper off soon. Low tide fishing is still good for Redfish (Drum, Red) as well. Black Drum (Drum, Black) and Sheepshead are mixed in on the flats.






Baystreet Outfitters
843-524-5250
www.baystreetoutfitters.com

October 26, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – With the recent weather there hasn’t been too much to report as of late. The Redfish (Drum, Red) and Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) bite is picking up again. We suspect there are some nice Bull Reds around as well. Everything is tide dependent. Outgoing tide is best, especially for the Reds. There are still some Blacktip Sharks (Shark, Blacktip) biting although it is late in the season. They are off the beaches and in the deeper water.






Blue Water Tackle Shop
843-671-3060
fish@saltydog.com www.bluewaterhhi.com

October 19, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – Anglers are targeting tailing Redfish (Drum, Red) in the morning and switching the attention in the afternoon. High tides have created great conditions now that the water is clearing up. The Reds are driving up onto the flats. Low tide hasn’t been bad either. This should continue to get better as conditions settle down.



BAIT REPORT – Bait is difficult to sight fish this week. Search the mouths of the creeks for Shrimp and Mullet.


Baystreet Outfitters
843-524-5250
www.baystreetoutfitters.com

October 12, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – Trips are still on hold from the recent storm. The water is a bit mixed up and murky this week. Most anglers are staying inside to avoid the wind. We expect it to be a few more days before we see more favorable fishing conditions.






Baystreet Outfitters
843-524-5250
www.baystreetoutfitters.com

October 5, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – Due to coastal evacuations in South Carolina we were unable to reach anyone for a fishing report nor do we recommend planning a fishing trip here in the next few days. Be safe!






Pro Angler Team

September 28, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – The inshore anglers are still picking up Redfish (Drum, Red) and Trout (Seatrout, Spotted). Drum (Drum, Black) are still showing up as well. Shrimp has been working to catch Reds, Trout and Drum. Bull Reds are in the Sound. They’ve improved quite a bit and can be caught on Mullet.



BAIT REPORT – Mullet are running this week.


Shelter Cove Harbour
843-842-7001

September 21, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – The Redfish (Drum, Red) bite has been really good. The big fish are mixed in with a lot of small sizes. There are some Seatrout (Seatrout, Spotted) and Flounder (Flounder, Southern) that should heat up as the Fall progresses. Bull Reds are consistent in the deeper water holding up in the holes. They are around 30 ft. A fair number of Sharks (Shark, Blacktip) are still being caught as well.






Blue Water Tackleshop
843-671-3060
fish@saltydog.com www.bluewaterhhi.com

September 14, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – Everything is picking up this time of year. Redfish (Drum, Red), Tarpon, Jacks (Jack, Crevalle), Ladyfish, Bluefish, and Flounder (Flounder, Southern) are all doing well. Artificials are working well to hook them this week. We’ve been getting lots of fish on both light tackle and on the fly. We hope to see this bite continue into the weekend.






Capt. Mark LoCo Fly Charters
843-540-7302
locoflycharters@gmail.com www.locoflycharters.com

September 6, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – Redfish (Drum, Red) have picked up along with the Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) bite. Search the creek mouths to find them. Small Sharks (Shark, Blacktip & Shark, Bonnethead & Shark, Nurse) are on the beach with a few Whiting (Kingfish, Southern). Cut bait and Squid are working well to hook them.

OFFSHORE – Offshore has slowed down and there haven’t been many reports yet.

BAIT REPORT – There is a bit of Shrimp in the creeks. We’re still waiting for the Shrimp to really pick up.


Shelter Cove Harbour
843-842-7001

August 31, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – We are fishing for tailing Reds (Drum, Red) that are biting very well, especially in the evening during flood tide. Shrimp or Crab are the key patterns this week for the Redfish. You can find them tailing in the grass on the big tides. The Tarpon fishing has been great this year. They are in the sound and off the beaches – weather allowing. They are up the rivers very well too. Jack, Crevalle have been caught as well. Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) fishing improves as we move closer to fall. Fish the flood tide to find them.






Baystreet Outfitters
843-524-5250
www.baystreetoutfitters.com

August 24, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – The Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish) bite has been good. Anglers are trolling spoons off the beach. The King (Mackerel, King) bite has been slow over the reefs. Cobia can be caught on live bait farther out. Keep in mind that they are catch and release. Tons of Sharks (Shark, Atlantic Sharpnose & Shark, Bull & Shark, Tiger & Shark, Dusky & Shark, Blacktip), Stingrays, Croaker and Whiting (Kingfish, Southern) are on the beach. The Sharks are big and always a fun catch. The Tigers and Dusky are farther out. They are taking cut Mullet.






Blue Water Tackleshop
843-671-3060
fish@saltydog.com www.bluewaterhhi.com

August 17, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – Anglers are targeting Redfish (Drum, Red) this week. They are swimming the low tide all schooled up. They seem to love Shrimp which should be the pattern into the fall. On the high tide they are tailing in the grass flats. It has been most productive to get out on the water as early as possible. Jacks (Jack, Crevalle) and Tarpon are around as well. Specks (Seatrout, Spotted), Flounder (Flounder, Southern), Ladyfish and Tripletail have also turned up.






Baystreet Outfitters
843-524-5250
www.baystreetoutfitters.com

August 9, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – The Tarpon bite has been on fire this week. The Redfish (Drum, Red) bite has been solid on cut bait. Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are good on artificials in the early mornings to stay out of the heat.



BAIT REPORT – A lot of Shrimp are coming in shallower for anyone looking to net some.


Baystreet Outfitters
843-524-5250
www.baystreetoutfitters.com

August 3, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – A lot of Sharks (Shark, Blacktip & Shark, H.H. Great) have been hitting well this week. Hammerheads are coming out of the Tire Reef. The weather is warm so they are following all the Mullet. The Spanish Mackerel (Mackerel, Spanish) bite has been good as well.



BAIT REPORT – Mullet are running well this week.


Blue Water Tackle Shop
843-671-3060
fish@saltydog.com www.bluewaterhhi.com

July 27, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – There has been very good fishing, especially during the early morning low tide to avoid the heat. Redfish (Drum, Red) are loving Shrimp in the shallow water. The flood tides are producing tailing Reds in the early morning and late evening and they are hot as well. Falling and rising tides are producing well using cut Mullet or light tackle topwaters. The mid day bite is slow. Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are turning up on Mud Minnows and soft plastics. They are smaller sizes from 15-16 inches however the bite is good!






Baystreet Outfitters
843-524-5250
www.baystreetoutfitters.com

July 20, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – Redfish (Drum, Red) and Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are great in the morning this week. Anglers are finding plenty of success using Carolina rigged or float rigged Shrimp. Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish) have been biting for anglers pulling Menhaden.






Shelter Cove Harbour
843-842-7001

July 15, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – It has been hot and muddy this week. Fishing has been a bit slow because of this, however it’s not all horrible. Redfish (Drum, Red) are chasing Shrimp during the low tide. During a flood tide we are seeing tailing fish in the flats. Cut Mullet and live Shrimp are the best baits. This has been the best bite this week. Dark patterns in the muddy water will be the ticket. Speckled Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are chasing baitfish outside creek mouths and anywhere with moving water. The Flounder (Flounder, Southern) bite has been good as well. Small creek mouths and mud flats are the best place to look for them using Fluke rigs or Mud Minnows. Jigheads with paddle tails will work too. A fair amount of Jack, Crevalle have turned up as well in varying sizes. Look for them busting the surface or under the birds.






Baystreet Outfitters
843-524-5250
www.baystreetoutfitters.com

July 6, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – Redfish (Drum, Red) are great inshore. Some large fish above the slot are coming up along with some keepers. Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish) are steady this week. There are tons of Sharks (Shark, Bonnethead & Shark, Blacktip & Shark, Lemon) that have been putting up a fight on the beach and the reef this week. They are always fun to fish for.

OFFSHORE – The King (Mackerel, King) bite has been good in the ocean this week. Troll above good bottom or look for the birds.




Blue Water Tackleshop
843-671-3060
fish@saltydog.com www.bluewaterhhi.com

July 6, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – Redfish (Drum, Red) are great inshore. Some large fish above the slot are coming up along with some keepers. Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish) are steady this week. There are tons of Sharks (Shark, Bonnethead & Shark, Blacktip & Shark, Lemon) that have been putting up a fight on the beach and the reef this week. They are always fun to fish for.

OFFSHORE – The King (Mackerel, King) bite has been good in the ocean this week. Troll above good bottom or look for the birds.




Blue Water Tackleshop
843-671-3060
fish@saltydog.com www.bluewaterhhi.com

June 28, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – Redfish (Drum, Red) are biting on Spin and Fly. There were some Cobia coming out of the river on flies as well. The water is still a bit mixed but it is clearing slowly but surely. Overall the fishing is good.






Baystreet Outfitters
843-524-5250
www.baystreetoutfitters.com

June 21, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – The Redfish (Drum, Red) bite has been really good. Some large fish and plenty of slots are turning up. The creeks are holding the best fish. Live Shrimp has been the best bait however cut Mullet is also working. The Shark bite is strong on the beach along with some large Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish). Anglers can find them on the troll.



BAIT REPORT – Plenty of Finger Mullet are in the creeks this week.


Blue Water Tackleshop
843-671-3060

June 14, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) and Redfish (Drum, Red) are hitting early in the morning up to about 9am. Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish) are running up the beaches along with a few Kings (Mackerel, King) here and there.

OFFSHORE – Tarpon up to 100 lbs are coming in from offshore. They are around the 10 mile mark and the first couple of wrecks are holding Cobia.




Shelter Cove Harbour
843-842-7001

June 1, 2016

Hilton Head Island

INSHORE – Similar to last week, the fishing seems to be picking up even more and has no signs of slowing down. Near Gaskin Banks anglers have been having catching lots of Bluefish and Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish). Captain Rodney was able to catch two Cobia and a King (Mackerel, King). As the water warms up, the fishing is getting better, especially for sharks such as Blacktips (Shark, Black Tip), Sharpnose (Shark, Atlantic Sharpnose). Anglers are having the best luck using Shrimp and Whiting to catch Sharks in the area. Stingrays (Stingray, Atlantic) also seem to be benefiting from the warmer water and are out in full force. Whiting (Kingfish, Southern) are also biting, and anglers seem to be having the best luck catching them with bait such as Shrimp or small strips of Squid and Mullet.



BAIT REPORT – Shrimp numbers are really starting to pick up in close.


Blue Water Tackleshop
843-671-3060
www.bluewaterhhi.com

May 24, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – Fishing is great now that there is finally some nice weather and the numbers support that. Reds (Drum, Red) and Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are hot along with Flounder (Flounder, Southern) in full force. Jacks (Jack, Crevalle) are moving in this week. Shrimp and shrimp imitations are working best to hook most of the fish. They are the hottest bait, especially around the grass flats.



BAIT REPORT – Shrimp numbers are great this week. Contact Capt. Mark at LoCo Fly Charters now to reserve your trip!


Capt. Mark LoCo Fly Charters
843-540-7302
locoflycharters@gmail.com http://www.locoflycharters.com

May 24, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – Fishing is great now that there is finally some nice weather and the numbers support that. Reds (Drum, Red) and Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are hot along with Flounder (Flounder, Southern) in full force. Jacks (Jack, Crevalle) are moving in this week. Shrimp and shrimp imitations are working best to hook most of the fish. They are the hottest bait, especially around the grass flats.



BAIT REPORT – Shrimp numbers are great this week. Contact Capt. Mark at LoCo Fly Charters now to reserve your trip!


Capt. Mark LoCo Fly Charters
843-540-7302
locoflycharters@gmail.com http://www.locoflycharters.com

May 24, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – Fishing is great now that there is finally some nice weather and the numbers support that. Reds (Drum, Red) and Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are hot along with Flounder (Flounder, Southern) in full force. Jacks (Jack, Crevalle) are moving in this week. Shrimp and shrimp imitations are working best to hook most of the fish. They are the hottest bait, especially around the grass flats.



BAIT REPORT – Shrimp numbers are great this week. Contact Capt. Mark at LoCo Fly Charters now to reserve your trip!


Capt. Mark LoCo Fly Charters
843-540-7302
locoflycharters@gmail.com http://www.locoflycharters.com

May 18, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – The Cobia are running really well even though the season is closed. They are catch and release but continue to be fun to catch. There are both great numbers and sizes. The Redfish (Drum, Red) are steady. They are schooled up on the low tide and anglers are doing well. On the high end the tailing fish have been great as well. It’s been a good start to the tailing Redfish season. Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are also being caught. There have been no reports of Drum (Drum, Black) yet. A lot of focus is still on the Cobia. Everything looks good this week.



BAIT REPORT – Baitfish are showing up in the river. Porgy and Greenies (Pilchards) are swimming.


Baystreet Outfitters
843-524-5250
www.baystreetoutfitters.com

May 12, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – The Cobia have not heated up but Sharks and Black Sea Bass (Sea Bass, Black) have been the main focus. They are just off the beach and you won’t have to go too far to find them. There are also some big Reds (Drum, Red) that are hot this week as well. The sizes are varied so far. Live or fresh Shrimp are the key to hooking them. We expect this bite to continue into the weekend.






Shelter Cove Harbour
843-842-7001

May 6, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – We are seeing some Sharks (Shark, Atlantic Sharpnose) turn up. They are fairly recent. Bull Reds (Drum, Red) are hitting on the 40 ft reefs. Near Port Royal we are finding some inshore Cobia as well. They have not yet heated up for the season however we expect this soon.



BAIT REPORT – The bait fish are slowly beginning to pick up this week.


Shelter Cove Harbour
843-842-7001

April 26, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – We have not seen any Cobia as of yet however there are some schools of Menhaden swimming. Anglers are eagerly awaiting on this. Bull Reds (Drum, Red) continue to bite in the backwater creeks. Surf Package combo deals are available for under $50. They are everything you need, you can’t beat Blue Water Tackle Shop’s deals!

OFFSHORE – Sea Bass (Sea Bass, Black) are all over the wrecks and reefs this week. They are fairly small so far however they bite is great. This should continue into the weekend.

BAIT REPORT – Start keeping an eye out for Menhaden this week as sporadic schoools have been spotted.


Blue Water Tackle Shop
843-671-3060
fish@saltydog.com www.bluewaterhhi.com

April 20, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – Fishing has been great when the wind isn’t up. The recent weather has made fishing difficult. We are seeing lots of active fish when the weather allows that are loving Crab so far. Drum (Drum, Black), Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) and Redfish (Drum, Red) continue to bite this week. We hope to see conditions settle down so anglers can get back on the water for the weekend.






Baystreet Outfitters
843-524-5250
www.baystreetoutfitters.com

April 12, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – We are seeing a lot of Red Drum (Drum, Red) and Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) and the occasional Drum (Drum, Black). Generally Shrimp is a great bait to use to catch any of these species. Crab will also work well for the Drum. The sizes are fair and the bite is consistent. We expect these conditions to carry into the weekend.

OFFSHORE – The Bonnetheads (Shark, Bonnethead) are picking up and there are some Blacktips (Shark, Blacktip) here and there. Anglers will be heading out to search for Wahoo soon but they have not been too active out from this area.




Blue Water Marine – Tackle Shop
843-671-3060
fish@saltydog.com www.bluewaterhhi.com

April 5, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – Bull Reds and some Redfish (Drum, Red) are turning up inshore so far. This has been the main focus as things have not quite heated up for the Spring bite yet. Generally they prefer to eat live or fresh Shrimp this time of year. Similar artificials such as a Vudu Shrimp by Egret will be productive. We hope to see this continue into the weekend.

OFFSHORE – Recently things have been a bit slow. We are seeing some Sea Bass (Sea Bass, Black) from offshore. Anglers are searching from structures around 100 ft to find them. Squid has been the most productive bait this week. The wind has made things tough for anglers to get out this week.




Shelter Cove Harbour
843-842-7001

March 29, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – Fishing is picking up so far. This time of year the tailing Redfish (Drum, Red) are hot. Bait is moving in and livening things up. Every bait and lure is working well, if they see it, they eat it. Fish the tides for the best catches so far. This has been the main focus for most anglers until we see a Spring pattern set in. Anglers gearing up for the hot bite can check out our Fish feature which provides tons of tips and tricks to help keep your line tight.






Capt. Mark LoCo Fly Charters
843-540-7302
locoflycharters@gmail.com http://www.locoflycharters.com

March 21, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – The biggest news has been the tailing Redfish (Drum, Red) which are almost a month early. Anglers are really excited about this and fishing has been good. They are moving into the flats and breaking out of the bigger schools. They are feeding on crabs in shallow water this week so similar bait or artificials will do well. Things have been really windy as of late however we hope to see things die down a bit so anglers can get out.






Baystreet Outfitters
843-524-5250
www.baystreetoutfitters.com

March 16, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – Things have slowed down a touch but the grass is picking up so the fish will be doing well. Fishing is picking up during the higher tide and the water is warming up so bait is moving back in. Reds (Drum, Red) continue to fish well along with the Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) which are sitting a bit deeper. The Reds are schooling up on the flats this week as the water gets warmer. The water is clear and the bite is consistent so far. The sizes are varied however the soft plastics such as Vudu Shrimp by Egret seem to be working for them all.



BAIT REPORT – We are starting to see some bait come in this week.


Capt. Mark LoCo Fly Charters
843-540-7302
locoflycharters@gmail.com http://www.locoflycharters.com/

March 2, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

OFFSHORE – The Reds (Drum, Red) are beginning to heat up this week and we are finding a consistent bite with decent sizes so far. We are seeing a few Sheepshead however the Reds have a far hotter bite. Soft plastics such as a Vudu Shrimp by Egret are working wonders.




Pro Angler Team

February 24, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – Fishing has been extremely good the past few days as we have finally seen some nice weather. The hot bite has been the Reds (Drum, Red) and Trout (Seatrout, Spotted). The best bite is tide dependent however the morning is better than the afternoon. The feeder zones are the best places to look, anywhere the water is going to dump or feed a changeover is holding some great sizes. Baystreet Outfitters is booking up fast so call now to make your reservation!






Baystreet Outfitters
843-524-5250
www.baystreetoutfitters.com

February 16, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – There haven’t been great conditions with the wind and rain the past few days although we do expect things to improve mid week and into the weekend. This should have the water settle down and anglers will be able to get back on the water. We expect to see some big schools of Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) and Reds (Drum, Red) hitting soft plastics. A black or dark lure his going to produce the best silhouette on the cloudy days while a lighter color on a brighter day will be your best bet to hook them. Small fish imitators are the number one choice this week. They are still fairly active at this point. The afternoon bite during high tide is the most productive so far. The low tides may be able to hold the fish in some areas for the weekend bite.






Baystreet Outfitters
843-524-5250
www.baystreetoutfitters.com

February 10, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – Typically this time of year the fish are schooling up however the water is clear. This means if you get on a fish there are likely plenty around and you can catch some great numbers. They are also easily spooked so the best things to throw is light tackle in the morning during the low tide. A Carolina rig thrown past the fish and reeled slowly is a good bet. It’s really important to lengthen your leader. This is the key. Small flies will also be productive. Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are still being caught in the pockets and holes. They are also hitting deeper jigs that are presented slow. The Trout are mostly turning up in the backwater creeks. This is a great time of year to book a trip with Capt. Mark at LoCo Fly Charters, call today to reserve a spot!






Capt. Mark LoCo Fly Charters
843-540-7302
http://www.locoflycharters.com/

February 4, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – The fishing has been good in this area. The low tide has been the best time to fish. Anglers are fishing the mud flats for Reds (Drum, Red) as long as the low tide occurs during daylight hours. Blacks and purples have been the best colors and anglers are using the fly with a lot of success as well. There have been no signs of Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) so far this week. There will be a Progressive Sale on select apparel throughout February with the discount matching the day of the month!






Baystreet Outfitters
843-524-5250
www.baystreetoutfitters.com

February 4, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – The fishing has been good in this area. The low tide has been the best time to fish. Anglers are fishing the mud flats for Reds (Drum, Red) as long as the low tide occurs during daylight hours. Blacks and purples have been the best colors and anglers are using the fly with a lot of success as well. There have been no signs of Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) so far this week. There will be a Progressive Sale on select apparel throughout February with the discount matching the day of the month!






Baystreet Outfitters
843-524-5250
www.baystreetoutfitters.com

January 28, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – Trout has begin to show up in better sizes along with the Sheepshead. They are being found on structure with live Fiddler Crabs. The Trout are taking Shrimp for the most part this week. The Reds (Drum, Red) are schooling up and when you find one you will find many. Conditions are too rough for most anglers to make it to the offshore this week.






Shelter Cove Harbour
843-842-7001

January 22, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – There are still some Reds (Drum, Red) moving throughout the backwater this week. Off the beach there are Whiting (Kingfish, Southern) as well in moderate sizes. As fish begin to school up in their winter patterns they become difficult to find but easy to catch if you get on them. Although things are becoming slow, anglers who put their time in should still be able to find a great bite in the area.






Blue Water Marine – Tackle Shop
843-671-3060
www.bluewaterhhi.com

January 15, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – There is still some decent action from the inshore this week. Reports are coming in of Reds (Drum, Red), Trout (Seatrout, Spotted), Flounder (Flounder, Southern & Flounder, Northern) and Sheepshead now that the water has cooled down. The sizes are a good mix as well however the bite has been consistent. There are no signs of Whiting (Kingfish, Northern & Kingfish, Southern) so far this week.






Shelter Cove Harbour
843-842-7001

January 6, 2016

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – The Reds (Drum, Red) bite has continued into this week. There are a mixture of sizes with very few large ones coming up. They will hit the Mullet run for anglers using live bait or alternatively live Shrimp. Artificials such as a DOA or Vudu Shrimp also work well. The Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) bite has slowed down this week. The surf is producing Whiting (Kingfish, Northern & Kingfish, Southern) along with some Stingrays (Stingray, Southern). There have also been a few Bull Reds and Bluefish caught, however the bite is spotty this week.



BAIT REPORT – Mullet are running so far this week in the bay. Anglers are cast netting them.


Blue Water Tackle Shop
843-671-3060
www.bluewaterhhi.com

December 29, 2015

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – The Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) bite has been really good on soft plastics such as a berkley gulp or live Mud Minnows or Shrimp under a popping cork. They are mostly smaller fish at this point but there are some keeper sizes mixed in too. Reds (Drum, Red) have been great so far this week although the Flounder, Southern bite has slowed down due to the colder weather. There are still some that can be found on the flats however. The best fishing is produced on the falling or rising tide. Not many anglers are heading out during a low tide. This bite is expected to continue throughout the week.



BAIT REPORT – Mud Minnows and Shrimp continue to run this week and are working great as inshore bait.


Baystreet Outfitters
843-524-5250
www.baystreetoutfitters.com

December 21, 2015

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – There is still a decent bite in the inshore this week. Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are biting well on the falling tide. Anglers are finding them on the edges of the grass or in deep holes using live Shrimp or soft plastics. Reds (Drum, Red) are schooling so they are producing higher numbers this week. So far New Penny has been a great color for artificials. When the water is clear anglers are using grays or natural colors in Shrimp or Paddle Tails on a jighead.



BAIT REPORT – There are still reports of Shrimp running this week working well for the inshore fish. There are also Mud Minnow swimming however the cold weather has moved the Mullet out this week.


Baystreet Outfitters
843-524-5250
www.baystreetoutfitters.com

December 14, 2015

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – The Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) and Reds (Drum, Red) continue to show up in the creeks this week. Anglers have been on the water during the outgoing tide to find the most success with them. Fresh Mullet or Shrimp have been the bait of choice so far and are working well. There have not been any reports from the beach as there is not a lot of action from the front. As usual, grassy flats are holding the best fish.



BAIT REPORT – There are no reports of bait running so far this week.


Shelter Cove Harbour
843-842-7001

December 9, 2015

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – When the weather and tide cooperate the fishing has been great throughout. Reds (Drum, Red) are the target for most anglers using fresh Shrimp or alternatively Minnows. They have been searching the deeper water for them as the cooler weather has moved the fish out of the grass flats at this point. There have been a few reports of Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) however they are spotty and have not been locked down to one specific size or location as of yet.



BAIT REPORT – The bait are beginning to thin out as there have been no reports so far this week of anything swimming in this area.


Baystreet Outfitters
843-524-5250

December 9, 2015

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – When the weather and tide cooperate the fishing has been great throughout. Reds (Drum, Red) are the target for most anglers using fresh Shrimp or alternatively Minnows. They have been searching the deeper water for them as the cooler weather has moved the fish out of the grass flats at this point. There have been a few reports of Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) however they are spotty and have not been locked down to one specific size or location as of yet.



BAIT REPORT – The bait are beginning to thin out as there have been no reports so far this week of anything swimming in this area.


Baystreet Outfitters
843-524-5250

December 3, 2015

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – The inshore Redfish (Drum, Red) bite has remained strong on live minnows and shrimp. Anglers have been having some success with frozen baits and artificials also. Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) have had a good bite this week also. Artificial minnows are working well for the Trout. There’s been some Drum (Drum, Black) and some Flounder (Flounder, Southern & Flounder, Summer (Fluke)) working inshore too. The big Bull Reds are a little further out in deeper water.






Blue Water Tackle Shop
843-671-3060
www.bluewaterhhi.com

November 17, 2015

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – The backwater lagoons and creeks have been producing a great Redfish (Drum, Red) bite. Around the Hilton Head area it has picked up as well however having a boat to fish from particularly helps here. The Seatrout, Spotted have begun to show up more prominently in the same spots using Mud Minnows are alternatively Storm Minnows as a great artificial alternative due to their similar appearance to live.



BAIT REPORT – Some Mullet are still running in the shallow water however are becoming continually more spotty.


Blue Water Marine – Tackle Shop
843-671-3060

November 10, 2015

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – The shallower water has been pretty active lately despite the rain making the water more colorful. Anglers are seeing mostly Reds (Drum, Red) on both low and high tide. Low is providing lots of schools and smaller sizes chasing Shrimp. It is still expected that there will be floating Reds and tailing Reds in the grass during high tide however they will be more difficult to find. The cooler weather has also brought an improved Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) bite. They are hitting Shrimp as well, or similar artificials such as a DOA Shrimp, berkley gulp paddle tail and split tail to match the water color. Top colors have been dark, like new penny. A lot of anglers are using a quarter ounce jig to stay weedless. Conditions should stay pretty consistent until season close barring any major weather developments.

BAIT REPORT – There are still some Finger Mullet running however they will move out pretty soon for the winter as Mud Minnows become more prominent. OF NOTE – Baystreet Outfitters provides anglers with both light tackle and fly gear as well as plenty of talented guides for your charter adventures.


Baystreet Outfitters
843-524-5250

November 6, 2015

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – The Redfish (Drum, Red) bite has been great in the backwaters and creeks. Seatrout, Spotted have been doing great as well. They have been hitting anything artificial that looks like Mullet or savage gear shrimp under a popping cork. There have been reports of some Flounder, Southern although not nearly as many as Reds or Trout.



BAIT REPORT – There are lots of Mud Minnows around as well as a few Shrimp and Mullet that have become fairly sporadic. If you are visiting the area, stop into Blue Water Tackle Shop and pick up a T-Shirt for $10 all year round.


Blue Water Tackle Shop
843-671-3060

Hilton Head Island Fishing Report

INSHORE – There is a lot going on for anglers inshore right now. The Redfish (Drum, Red) bite has been very good if you are jigging Shrimp, Cut Mullet or alternatively a DOA lure. Up to this point Flounder (Flounder, Summer) were slow but are beginning to improve. Throwing cut Mullet will be your best bet lately. Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are hitting very well right now and are expected only to improve. The same bait you use for Reds will also work well with Trout. The best water you will find right now is anything moving. Creeks pushing out from the marsh will be a great spot to find some fish, keeping in mind that the outgoing tide compliments this as well. If you are fishing structures nearshore you can expect to reel in some big Bull Reds anywhere from on the shore to 6 miles out. Don’t be surprised if you hook a Shark (Shark, Black Tip & Shark, Lemon) since there are still a few left hitting the pogies along the bottom. Trolling over the structures you can even hook Kingfish, Mackerel (Mackerel, Spanish) or Cobia if you are pulling spoons, but they’re starting to decrease at this point.

BAIT REPORT – There are a lot of big Mullet running right now so you should have no problem finding any for bait.

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