Daufuskie Island is blessed with a wide array of lowcountry and deep sea fishing opportunities. Locally based expert fishing guides know the best hotspots to show you.  From offshore and inshore fishing to tidal creeks and cuts, to near-shore reefs, Daufuskie Island fishing guides will show anglers an unforgettable fishing experience. Near-shore and offshore fishing varies considerably with the season in the waters off Daufuskie Island. Fishing near Daufuskie Island runs the gamut from sport fishing for Tarpon, Cobia, Spanish & King Mackeral, Bluefish, Ladyfish and even Sharks!

Anglers of every stripe will enjoy Daufuskie Island fishing.  We’ve got amazing fly fishing, shark fishing, and freshwater fishing. The most sought after species for fly anglers in the lowcountry are the Redfish, Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, Ladyfish, Jacks, and even, Cobia can be taken with the right fly. There is also amazing Sheepshead, Sea Bass, Red Fish and Trout fishing in the waters near Daufuskie Island.  Daufuskie Island also has access to amazing deep sea sport fishing.  The more eco-conscience will appreciate kayak fishing from stable pontoon style kayaks powered by whisper quiet electric motors, and equipped with Bimini tops to beat the heat.  Or you can take a paddle-powered kayak deep into oyster bars and tidal creeks, or fish the saltmarsh at places other boats can’t venture.

Awesome Daufuskie Island fishing can be had year round.  Fall brings good Redfish, Flounder and Speckled Trout fishing. Winter fishing is more tide oriented than it is at any other time of the year. However, good fishing opportunities are available under the right conditions during the winter, including bottom fishing at one of the many near shore reefs for Sheepshead, Black Sea Bass, Gray Trout, Sharpnose Shark and Spiny Dogfish. During the spring it is not uncommon to catch a Cobia weighing over 50 pounds. Bait fishing is the most common method for catching Cobia but artificial lures and flies are also used. Triple Tail, Spanish Mackerel, Blue Fish and several types of sharks are also caught in the spring. Daufuskie Island fishing in the summer means the exciting arrival of Tarpon.  These huge fish, weighing an average of 75 to 115 pounds, are one of the most exciting inshore fish to catch due to the explosive long runs and incredible leaping ability that makes them such a hard fought catch.  Other species caught during the summer include King Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel, and many different types of sharks. So, come and see for yourself why Daufuskie Island is a fisherman’s dream.