The Lure of Hilton Head Island Fishing
While a great deal vacationers come to Hilton Head each year to bathe in the sun or to take advantage of the island’s tennis and golf courses, many others may be passionate about the thorough Hilton Head Island fishing scene which offers more options than the average fishing trip. The island enjoys the most superior of all worlds, with fishing opportunities ranging from the deep ocean to estuaries, lagoons, and even freshwater lakes. The vast majority of the available fishing is saltwater, with options of fishing from the land or going out to sea for more mysterious deep sea fishing. You can also collect oysters, go crabbing, or try to fetch shrimp—provided you follow regulations and go to the right places. The Hilton Head Island fishing scene offers a great enough variety of fishing venues and options to satisfy any fishing addict.
Before going fishing on Hilton Head, the first thing you need if you’re over 16 is a South Carolina state fishing license. Without this, almost all fishing is illegal at any location. There are several spots on the island where you can obtain them, including True Value and Wal-Mart.
The primary fishing spots include the Calibogue Sound, estuaries, tidal lagoons, freshwater lagoons, brackish lagoons, and the Atlantic Ocean. There are also some manmade freshwater lakes, many of them primarily holding rainwater as part of the island’s drainage system. Any lagoons or lakes located in the private gated community may be fished without a license if community policy allows it—check ahead of time to be sure. If the freshwater lagoon or lake is located outside of a private plantation, you must have a state license in order to fish it.
The bulk of the Hilton Head fishing scene, however, consists of the saltwater fishing. Those who desire to fish onshore from a dock, pier, the beach, or the bank of an estuary may do so as long as they do not catch sharks (they must be released if caught) and do not intend to fish in an area set aside for swimming. There are also many charter fishing boats readily available from various Hilton Head fishing companies, some of which only go a short ways out and some of which emphasize shark fishing opportunities. Deep sea fishing lovers will head out to the Gulf Stream, about 70 miles from the island shore, for exceptional fishing and a fabulous round trip on the boat of their choice.
Hilton Head Island fishing delivers a wide selection of fishing locales for casual fishers and angling enthusiasts alike.
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Melrose: DAUFUSKIE ISLAND
Melrose derives its name from the rose brought to Daufuskie from Scotland by Captain Mongin. In Melrose you'll find a combination of single family residences, oceanfront villas, and low rise condominiums all in the Lowcountry tradition. The active ... More On This Community
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Forest Gardens: FOREST BEACH
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The Cottages: SHIPYARD
The Cottages Villas is a private community located in Shipyard Plantation on Hilton Head Island, SC. Shipyard Plantation stretches across over 800 wooded and fairway-lined acres off Highway 278, between Palmetto Dunes and Sea Pines. Shipyard offers ... More On This Community
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Brighton Bay: Brighton Bay
Brighton Bay consists of 153 luxury condos. The one, two, and three-bedroom units are situated near Palmetto Bay Marina on Paddle Boat Lane offering fantastic views of Broad Creek. The facility has a shared swimming pool, a well-equipped fitness cent... More On This Community
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Sandy Lane: DAUFUSKIE ISLAND
Sandy Lane with spectacular views of beautiful Daufuskie Island and minutes from the beach is located on six acres of natural beauty. Villas are located just steps from the Bloody Point Golf Club (a Weiskopf / Morrish designed golf course). Just hop ... More On This Community
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Pine Forest Village: Pine Forest Village
Pine Forest Village boasts the safety of streetlights throughout the community, a playground area, and picnic grounds with a pool complex. With 117 single family homes, this is well-situated to Hilton Head, Bluffton schools, and shopping.... More On This Community
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Ocean Dunes Villas: FOREST BEACH
Ocean Dunes Villas is a private ocean side community located in South Forest Beach on Hilton Head Island, SC. Much like its sister community to the north, South Forest Beach is just a short walk to the ocean and just minutes away from the dining and ... More On This Community
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Three Mast Lane: Three Mast Lane
Three Mast Lane is a private town home style neighborhood located in the community of Broad Creek on Hilton Head Island Island, SC. It is quietly snuggled among tall pines and features calming lagoons and a community pool. Other features include mars... More On This Community
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Ocean Cove Club: PALMETTO DUNES/SHELTER COVE
Ocean Cove Villas is luxurious community with in steps to the beach and to all the amenities located in Palmetto Dunes on Hilton Head Island, SC. This popular resort and residential community is located mid-island on 1,800 well-preserved acres. Ins... More On This Community
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