North Myrtle Beach Fishing Charters & Captain Keith Logan
Quick Fishing Report
Fishing around North Myrtle Beach, Little River, Cherry Grove, and the north end of the Grand Strand has moved into a strong early-summer pattern. Morning surface water temperatures around Little River Inlet were reported near 75 degrees, with usable mullet and shrimp showing up in the creeks — a good sign for inshore, nearshore, shark, and offshore fishing.
North Myrtle Beach Inshore Fishing Report
The inshore bite has been improving over the last two weeks, especially for redfish, flounder, trout, and black drum. Local reports show red drum scattering along shorelines, with flounder beginning to show up on the same banks where anglers are fishing baits along the bottom.
This is the time of year when moving water matters. Creek mouths, grass edges, oyster banks, docks, and deeper bends are all worth attention. With shrimp and mullet becoming more available inside, live bait is getting more consistent. SCDNR’s June North Myrtle Beach-area trend report also points to redfish, trout, black drum, and flounder feeding on shrimp, mud minnows, menhaden, finger mullet, and artificial lures.
For family trips, inshore fishing remains one of the best options because the ride is shorter, the water is usually calmer, and kids can stay involved without a long run offshore.
Shark Fishing Report
Shark fishing has been one of the strongest bites around North Myrtle Beach and Little River. Public charter reports from the area listed big sharks biting well on 4- and 6-hour trips, with North Myrtle Beach reports also mentioning big sharks along the beach, including a spinner shark.
Early summer is a very good time for shark trips because bait is moving along the beaches, inlets, and nearshore waters. These trips are a good fit for families, groups, and anglers who want steady action without committing to a full offshore day.
The best shark fishing has been around the beach zone, inlets, nearshore structure, and bait-heavy areas. Conditions can change fast with wind, tide, and water clarity, but overall the shark bite is in good shape right now.
Nearshore Fishing Report
The nearshore fishing bite is active, especially for Spanish mackerel, bluefish, sharks, cobia, spadefish, and scattered king mackerel. Reported good numbers of Spanish mackerel along the beach for boats, pier anglers, and surf anglers.
SCDNR’s June coastal trend report also shows Spanish mackerel, king mackerel, cobia, and spadefish as strong nearshore targets when boats can get out.
Just north of Little River, Ocean Isle/Sunset Beach reports show Spanish mackerel in the 20–40 foot range, king mackerel scattered in the 40–70 foot range, and menhaden becoming more common — all patterns that line up well with what we expect along the North Myrtle Beach nearshore grounds.
For most guests, a 4- or 6-hour nearshore charter is a smart choice right now. It gives enough time to work the beach, reefs, wrecks, and bait pods without making the longer run required for offshore or Gulf Stream fishing.
Offshore and Deep Sea Fishing Report
The offshore and deep sea bite remains productive, especially for bottom fishing. Recent Myrtle Beach-area guide reports showed strong black sea bass action, including a 9-hour trip reporting a limit of big sea bass.
Bottom fishing in deeper water is producing the typical early-summer mix: black sea bass, vermilion snapper, triggerfish, porgies, grunts, grouper, amberjack, and other reef fish, depending on depth, structure, weather, and current regulations. Nearby Ocean Isle/Sunset Beach reports also show bottom fishing in the 100-foot range producing triggerfish, gag grouper, black sea bass, and vermilion snapper.
These trips are best for anglers who want a longer day, more time over structure, and a better shot at filling the cooler when conditions line up.
Gulf Stream Fishing Report
The Gulf Stream and bluewater bite is still worth watching closely. Late May and early June are prime transition weeks for mahi, wahoo, blackfin tuna, and occasional billfish activity along the Carolina coast. North Myrtle Beach public reports included a late-May wahoo caught while trolling for mahi.
Reports just north of the Grand Strand show Gulf Stream trolling producing mahi, blackfin tuna, and wahoo, especially around temperature breaks, color changes, weed lines, and bait-holding edges. Carolina Sportsman also notes that late May and June are strong dolphin/mahi months off the Carolinas, with blackfin tuna, wahoo, and possible billfish often in the same general offshore pattern.
Gulf Stream trips are always weather-dependent. When seas allow the run, this is one of the most exciting options for experienced anglers or groups wanting a full offshore adventure.
Captain Keith’s Local Takeaway
The last two weeks show a classic early-June North Myrtle Beach pattern:
Inshore: redfish, flounder, black drum, and trout are improving as bait fills in.
Shark fishing: one of the most reliable action trips right now.
Nearshore: Spanish mackerel, bluefish, sharks, cobia, and scattered kings are in play.
Offshore/deep sea: bottom fishing remains productive around structure.
Gulf Stream: mahi, wahoo, and blackfin tuna are possible when weather and water conditions line up.
For most families visiting North Myrtle Beach right now, the best choices are inshore, shark, and nearshore trips. For more experienced anglers, longer offshore, deep sea, and Gulf Stream trips offer the bigger-water opportunity.
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North Myrtle Beach Fishing Charters is led by Captain Keith Logan, a USCG-licensed captain with 40+ years of local fishing experience along the Grand Strand.
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