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May 1, 2026

The author battles a redfish he hooked on a fly.

Redfish on the fly

It stretches the imagination that a feather-adorned fish hook dropped in front of a redfish looks like an irresistible morsel. […]

Late fall is probably the easiest time to catch redfish

Fast or slow? Just fool them – Which retrieve is the best to catch late-fall Carolina redfish

John Gribb

You’ve read the articles, watched fishing shows and videos and fished with guides or other so-called experts, and they give conflicting advice on how to catch redfish. […]

Cape Romain redfish biting spinnerbaits on incoming tide

Jeff Burleson

Many inshore haunts heat up during the summer, but Cape Romain’s incoming tides bring cooler water and a smorgasbord of baitfish, triggering spinnerbait bites by hungry redfish. […]

Bull redfish are biting in Charleston Harbor, and these tips will help you catch your share.

Top tips for catching bull redfish in Charleston Harbor

Brian Cope

Bull redfish are a popular prize among anglers this month, and one of the best places to find them is in the Charleston Harbor. These aren’t eating-sized fish, but true trophy fish. […]

Guide Stephen Fields takes his time this month fishing Stono River docks, which hold redfish because of the shade and structure.

Freshwater anglers love to chase largemouth bass around docks this time of year, and anglers targeting redfish could learn from their strategies. It’s plenty hot out, and any type of shade is a reprieve so concentrating on docks makes sense. That makes the Stono River a July hot spot. […]

According to the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission, anglers are catching too many redfish in the region from South Carolina to the northern part of Florida.

Changes to redfish regulations looming

Brian Cope

One of South Carolina’s most sought-after saltwater species – redfish – have taken a beating due to overfishing for the past 6 years. […]

Catch your biggest redfish in the Hilton Head lagoon

Brian Cope

Redfish are biting all up and down the Carolina coastlines, but if you’d like a uniquely challenging experience that’s akin to hand-to-hand combat, hook one of these in Hilton Head Island’s lagoon. […]

Encasing chunks of blue crab in a panty hose will keep bait usable for several fish.

Little River reds feeling crabby

Jeff Burleson

Redfish are South Carolinas most-treasured fish, year-round residents that are always worthwhile opponents for inshore anglers. As the dogwoods begin to bloom in April, they become extremely discriminating in their food choices because of a flood of molting blue crabs that usually lasts two to three weeks. […]

Don’t put too much pressure on a school of winter reds

Jeff Burleson

There are few times of the year when anglers can stake up on a big school of reds and pull in fish until their arms get worn out, especially when live or cut bait is used. […]

A good pair of polarized sunglasses, like these worn by guide Garrett Lacy, makes seeing schools of reds much easier in January.

Checklist for January redfish

Brian Cope

Anglers who hit the water in January often say it’s easy to catch redfish, and for those with the right ingredients, it might be. Stock up with these key items, and it can be easy for you too. […]