Fall Fishing Feels Just Right
There’s just something special about October on the Hammock Coast.
The mornings start cool and quiet, the marsh grass turns that golden fall color, and the fish start feeding like they know winter’s coming.
For us here in Murrells Inlet, it’s prime time for redfish and speckled trout — and the bite has been steady and strong.
Redfish Patrolling the Creeks and Flats
October redfish fishing is as good as it gets.
The water’s cleared up, the bait’s thick, and the reds are schooling tight along oyster beds and shallow flats.
We’ve been finding solid fish on live mullet, shrimp, and soft plastics worked slow along the bottom.
Cooler temps mean you can fish longer without the heat, and that’s a big win for families and first-timers. Watching those copper-colored tails push through the skinny water never gets old — it’s classic Lowcountry fishing at its best.
Speckled Trout Are Firing Up
If you love the light-tackle action, October’s also trout season. Speckled trout have been showing up strong around drop-offs and grassy points on the rising tide.
Popping corks and small live shrimp are doing the trick — and we’re seeing both numbers and size right now.
It’s that perfect mix of fun and challenge. The trout hit hard, jump often, and keep the rods bending all morning long.
Why Fall Fishing Here Hits Different
There’s nothing quite like fall fishing in Murrells Inlet. The air’s crisp, the crowds thin out, and the marsh lights up at sunrise. You might even spot dolphins cruising alongside the boat or herons stalking bait along the grass lines.
Whether you’re an experienced angler or it’s your first trip out, October is when everything comes together — the weather, the fish, and those Lowcountry views.
Let’s Get You on the Water
Redfish and trout are stacked up and hungry right now — it’s the perfect time to fish Murrells Inlet. Grab the crew, bring the kids, and come make some fall fishing memories with our team.
Call or text today to book your trip and let’s go fishing.
