South Carolina · Grand Strand
WAHOO FISHING
IN GEORGETOWN
Georgetown is a solid destination for wahoo fishing. Book a charter and target wahoo with local experts.
About Wahoo Fishing in Georgetown
One of the fastest fish in the ocean. Prized for firm, white flesh and blistering runs.
Wahoo are one of the fastest fish in the ocean, capable of bursts over 60 mph. These torpedo-shaped predators have a sleek, elongated body with vivid blue-black vertical bars on a bright silver-blue background. The bars become more vivid when the fish is excited or feeding. Their narrow, beak-like snout is filled with razor-sharp triangular teeth that can slice through bait (and fingers) instantly. When hooked, the initial run is blistering — often stripping 200+ yards of line in seconds before the fish slows.
Scientific name: Acanthocybium solandri
Wahoo Seasonal Calendar — Georgetown
Month-by-month availability for wahoo in Georgetown, SC.
How to Catch Wahoo in Georgetown
Techniques & Bait
High-speed trolling (12-18 knots) with skirted lures, Rapala Magnums, and wahoo bombs behind a planer is the most effective technique. Slow-trolling live blue runners or bonito on wire leaders near temperature breaks and current edges produces trophy fish. Deep-dropping live bait on a downrigger to 100-200 feet under the boat when wahoo are marked on the sonar accounts for many large fish. The key is wire leader — wahoo teeth cut anything else instantly.
Recommended Tackle
Heavy trolling rod, 50 lb class reel, 60-80 lb monofilament or braid, #7-#10 single-strand wire leader or heavy cable (wahoo teeth require wire). For live bait: medium-heavy spinning with wire leader.
Best Deep Sea Fishing Fishing Spots in Georgetown
Top spots where local captains target wahoo and other deep sea fishing species.
Georgetown Hole
Georgetown Hole is a deep-water depression on the outer continental shelf roughly 40 miles southeast, where the bottom drops well below typical shelf depth. The feature concentrates baitfish and pelagic predators including yellowfin tuna, wahoo, mahi-mahi, and sailfish. It is the primary offshore waypoint for Georgetown's charter fleet targeting bluewater species.
The Vermilion Ledges
The Vermilion Ledges are a system of natural limestone drop-offs roughly 35 miles offshore where the bottom transitions from flat sand to vertical relief. Vermilion snapper, triggerfish, gag grouper, and scamp stack along the ledge faces. The area is named for the prolific vermilion snapper catch rates that make it a favorite among Georgetown's deep-bottom fishing enthusiasts.
The Gulf Stream Edge
The Gulf Stream's western wall passes within 50 miles of Georgetown, making it one of the closer Gulf Stream access points along the South Carolina coast. Yellowfin tuna, mahi-mahi, wahoo, sailfish, and blue marlin are targeted along the current edge. Georgetown's location gives charter boats a shorter run to bluewater compared to ports farther north on the Grand Strand.
Winyah Scarp
Winyah Scarp is a significant bottom feature approximately 25 miles offshore where the continental shelf shows a notable change in depth and structure. Grouper, amberjack, red snapper, and large black sea bass hold along the hard-bottom ridges, while king mackerel and cobia patrol above. The scarp serves as a transition zone between nearshore reef fishing and the deep offshore grounds.
Other Species in Georgetown
More fish you can target while visiting Georgetown.
Wahoo Fishing in Georgetown — FAQ
Wahoo fishing in Georgetown is productive during .
Wahoo fishing charters in Georgetown are typically deep sea fishing trips. Prices vary by trip duration and group size. Most charters include all gear, bait, licenses, and fish cleaning.
High-speed trolling (12-18 knots) with skirted lures, Rapala Magnums, and wahoo bombs behind a planer is the most effective technique. Slow-trolling live blue runners or bonito on wire leaders near temperature breaks and current edges produces trophy fish. Deep-dropping live bait on a downrigger to 100-200 feet under the boat when wahoo are marked on the sonar accounts for many large fish. The key is wire leader — wahoo teeth cut anything else instantly.
No — when you book a charter in Georgetown, your captain provides all required South Carolina fishing licenses as part of the trip.
Wahoo regulations in South Carolina include minimum size limits and bag limits that vary by season. Your captain will know the current regulations and ensure compliance.
While targeting Wahoo in Georgetown, you may also catch Redfish, Sheepshead, Cobia, Black Drum, Black Sea Bass. Many charter trips target multiple species for the best action.
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