South Carolina · Grand Strand
BLUEFISH FISHING
IN MYRTLE BEACH
Myrtle Beach is a solid destination for bluefish fishing, with good fishing in April, October, November. Book a charter and target bluefish with local experts.
About Bluefish Fishing in Myrtle Beach
Bluefish are aggressive, hard-fighting predators found along the entire Atlantic coast. Known for their razor-sharp teeth and voracious feeding frenzies, blues are exciting to catch on both bait and lures and make excellent table fare when bled immediately.
Bluefish are the most aggressive predator fish in the Atlantic — known for their ferocious feeding frenzies ("bluefish blitzes") where schools of hundreds of fish attack baitfish at the surface, chopping through schools like a chainsaw. Their blue-green back, silver sides, and razor-sharp teeth make them unmistakable. Bluefish are hard fighters on light tackle, with powerful runs and head-shaking jumps. They are found from Florida to New England, migrating along the coast in spring and fall. Caution: their teeth can cause serious injury — use a de-hooking tool.
Scientific name: Pomatomus saltatrix
Bluefish Seasonal Calendar — Myrtle Beach
Month-by-month availability for bluefish in Myrtle Beach, SC.
How to Catch Bluefish in Myrtle Beach
Techniques & Bait
Casting metal spoons (Kastmaster, Hopkins), topwater poppers, and bucktails into surface-feeding blitz is the most exciting technique. Trolling Clark spoons behind inline sinkers and planers covers water during migrations. Cut bait (bunker, mullet) on bottom rigs or fishfinder rigs is effective for larger fish. Live bait (bunker, spot) catches trophy-size blues. For surf fishing, cast metals and bucktails into breaking fish along the beach. Fly fishing with Clouser Minnows during blitzes is spectacular.
Recommended Tackle
Medium spinning rod (7 ft), 4000 reel, 15-20 lb braid, 30-40 lb fluorocarbon or wire leader (bluefish teeth cut fluorocarbon regularly — 40 lb+ or short wire bite leader recommended).
Best Nearshore Fishing Spots in Myrtle Beach
Top spots where local captains target bluefish and other nearshore species.
Myrtle Beach State Park Pier
Myrtle Beach State Park Pier extends into the Atlantic and sits over productive nearshore bottom that attracts a wide variety of species. King mackerel, Spanish mackerel, whiting, pompano, and flounder are regularly caught from the pier throughout the year. The pier's proximity to a natural rock outcropping enhances the fishing well beyond what typical piers produce.
Apache Pier
Apache Pier stretches over 1,200 feet into the Atlantic Ocean, making it one of the longest wooden piers on the East Coast. King mackerel, cobia, Spanish mackerel, and pompano are regularly caught from the end during spring and fall migrations. The pier hosts major king mackerel tournaments and is a landmark destination for pier anglers visiting the Grand Strand.
Paradise Reef (AR-330)
Paradise Reef is a well-established artificial reef site located roughly three miles offshore of Myrtle Beach in about 50 feet of water. The deployed concrete and steel structure holds black sea bass, sheepshead, spadefish, and flounder, with occasional visits from cobia and king mackerel. Its relatively shallow depth and proximity to shore make it ideal for half-day nearshore bottom-fishing trips.
Ten Mile Reef
Ten Mile Reef is a stretch of natural hard bottom and limestone ledges roughly ten miles offshore of Myrtle Beach. The reef attracts black sea bass, vermilion snapper, triggerfish, and sheepshead year-round, with king mackerel and cobia cruising overhead during warmer months. The natural ledges create prime ambush habitat that consistently produces quality bottom fish.
Other Species in Myrtle Beach
More fish you can target while visiting Myrtle Beach.
Bluefish Fishing in Myrtle Beach — FAQ
Bluefish fishing in Myrtle Beach is productive during April, October, November.
Bluefish fishing charters in Myrtle Beach are typically nearshore trips. Prices vary by trip duration and group size. Most charters include all gear, bait, licenses, and fish cleaning.
Casting metal spoons (Kastmaster, Hopkins), topwater poppers, and bucktails into surface-feeding blitz is the most exciting technique. Trolling Clark spoons behind inline sinkers and planers covers water during migrations. Cut bait (bunker, mullet) on bottom rigs or fishfinder rigs is effective for larger fish. Live bait (bunker, spot) catches trophy-size blues. For surf fishing, cast metals and bucktails into breaking fish along the beach. Fly fishing with Clouser Minnows during blitzes is spectacular.
No — when you book a charter in Myrtle Beach, your captain provides all required South Carolina fishing licenses as part of the trip.
Bluefish 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 Bluefish in Myrtle Beach, you may also catch Redfish, Sheepshead, King Mackerel, Cobia, Pompano. Many charter trips target multiple species for the best action.
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