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Get a South Carolina Fishing License

Buy your South Carolina fishing license, check the SC fishing regulations, and then head to a spot like Santee State Park where you can cast a line out on Lake Marion to catch a largemouth bass or crappie. Or, if saltwater fishing is your preference, you can take the kids to fish from the pier at Hunting Island State Park and see if the spotted sea trout or flounder are biting.

SOUTH CAROLINA FISHING LAWS AND REGULATIONS

Accurate fish species identification is very important when it comes to abiding by the fishing regulations and following conservation-friendly practices. If you don’t know the different types of species that you might catch in a particular area, be sure to study a fish identification guide since you will need to follow certain length limits and bag limits that apply to each species. There may also be laws pertaining to certain types of fishing gear or specific waterways.

IT’S NOT A FEE, IT’S A CONTRIBUTION

Your fishing license purchase helps to protect and preserve the sport of fishing for years to come. The fees collected from South Carolina fishing licenses go toward fishery management, habitat development, endangered species programs, and conservation education.

SOUTH CAROLINA FISHING LICENSE INFORMATION

You can quickly purchase your fishing license online or over the phone to save time. A valid fishing license is required for all types of fishing on state waters.
South Carolina offers an annual, 3-year, or lifetime fishing license. Licenses are issued every month and expire one year or three years from the date of purchase.
A fishing license is required for all people age 16 and older.

SC FISHING LAWS & REGULATIONS

South Carolina has its own set of fishing laws and regulations that need to be followed in order to protect their fish populations

SC FISHING REGULATIONS

RESPONSIBLE FISHING STARTS WITH YOU

Learn how you can start protecting our aquatic natural resources.

LEARN MORE ABOUT CONSERVATION

THE IMPORTANCE OF FISHING REGULATIONS

CATCH AND RELEASE BEST PRACTICES

SC FISHING RESOURCES/INFO

Additional resources and information can be found directly on the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources site.

FISHING TYPES & LICENSE FEES

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