06/23/2026
North Myrtle Beach Fishing Report
Week of June 15–21, 2026
Captain Keith Logan | North Myrtle Beach Fishing Charters
Fishing around the Myrtle Beach area has been very good over the past week, especially as summer patterns continue to settle in across North Myrtle Beach, Little River, Calabash, Sunset Beach, and Ocean Isle Beach. Bait is becoming more abundant in the creeks, along the beaches, and around the nearshore reefs, and that has helped improve the bite from the backwater all the way out to the Gulf Stream.
Inshore Fishing Report
The inshore bite has been steady around the Intracoastal Waterway, creeks, docks, oyster banks, grass lines, and inlet areas. Redfish, flounder, black drum, sheepshead, and scattered speckled trout have all been showing up throughout the North Myrtle Beach and Little River area.
Live shrimp, mud minnows, finger mullet, and small menhaden have been the most dependable baits. Early mornings have been good for topwater trout and redfish action, while live bait fished around structure has been better once the sun gets higher. Flounder are continuing to move inside, and the bite should keep improving as more bait pushes into the backwaters.
The same pattern is being seen across Calabash, Sunset Beach, and Ocean Isle Beach, where redfish are holding around docks, shell beds, bridges, oyster structure, and creek mouths. Flounder are becoming more common around inlets, deeper creek edges, and areas with moving water.
Nearshore Fishing Report
Nearshore fishing has been one of the better bites this week. Spanish mackerel are being caught along the beaches, around nearshore reefs, and near bait schools. Trolling Clarkspoons behind planers has been a good way to cover water, while casting to surface-feeding fish has also produced action when the fish are up and visible.
Bluefish, gray trout, black sea bass, and keeper flounder have also been showing around local artificial reefs, including areas similar to Three Mile Reef. The Ocean Isle and Brunswick County reports are showing Spanish mackerel in the 20- to 40-foot range, with king mackerel beginning to push closer in but still scattered in deeper nearshore water.
For family trips, nearshore fishing is a strong option right now because it offers a good mix of action, variety, and shorter run times when sea conditions are favorable.
Shark Fishing Report
Shark fishing has been excellent along the beaches, inlets, and nearshore structure. Recent guide reports from the North Myrtle Beach area show shark fishing has been one of the strongest bites, and Ocean Isle Beach reports are also rating shark fishing as excellent right now.
Fresh cut bait, menhaden, and other natural baits have been producing steady action. Blacktip sharks, sandbar sharks, bonnetheads, Atlantic sharpnose sharks, and other seasonal coastal sharks are all possible this time of year.
This is one of the best trips right now for families, kids, and groups looking for a fun, hard-fighting fish without having to run far offshore. Evening shark trips can also be very productive during the summer months.
Deep Sea Fishing Report
Deep sea fishing has been good when weather and sea conditions allow boats to reach the deeper structure. Bottom fishing reports from the Little River, Ocean Isle, and offshore Brunswick County areas show black sea bass, snapper, grouper, amberjack, triggerfish, vermilion snapper, and other bottom fish being caught around ledges, wrecks, and live-bottom areas.
Gag grouper have been reported in the 60- to 80-foot range off the North Myrtle/Little River area, while the Ocean Isle/Holden Beach reports show grouper activity from 60 feet out to deeper offshore structure.
Live bait, cut bait, squid, cigar minnows, and Carolina rigs have all been productive depending on the depth and target species. As summer continues, deep sea fishing should remain strong, especially on days with calmer seas.
Gulf Stream Fishing Report
The Gulf Stream bite is heating up. Reports from the Ocean Isle/Holden Beach side show trolling trips producing mahi, blackfin tuna, and wahoo along the break, especially around temperature changes, w**d lines, and better water conditions. Skirted ballyhoo has been one of the most reliable trolling setups for this bite.
Ocean Isle Fishing Center is also listing Gulf Stream charters as currently producing wahoo, blackfin tuna, and mahi-mahi.
For anglers looking for a high-energy offshore trip, this is one of the better times of year to book a Gulf Stream charter. Mahi fishing is improving, blackfin tuna are mixed in, and wahoo are still possible when conditions line up.
Overall Outlook
The fishing outlook for North Myrtle Beach and the surrounding area is strong. Inshore fishing is improving with redfish, flounder, black drum, sheepshead, and trout. Nearshore trips are producing Spanish mackerel, bluefish, black sea bass, gray trout, and flounder. Shark fishing is excellent. Deep sea trips are producing good bottom fishing, and Gulf Stream trips are seeing mahi, blackfin tuna, and wahoo.
If you’re visiting North Myrtle Beach, Myrtle Beach, Little River, Calabash, Sunset Beach, or Ocean Isle Beach, this is a great time to get on the water.
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