Shelter Cove Blog

Have fun fishing with the entire family and climb aboard the world's largest & most comfortable Party Fishing Boat on Hilton Head Island with Capt. Hook Fishing Charters starting March 2 at Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina ! Captain Hook Fishing Charters has been a Family Owned & Operated Business Since 1996 Captain Hook Fishing Charters is a family owned and operated business, serving Hilton Head Island visitors since 1996! Captain Brian Gale (Pictured Above) was born in Mi

The Island Packet and Beaufort Gazette's 2023 Lowcountry's Best awards were recently announced and Shelter Cove Marina won several awards! Lowcountry’s Best had over 1,400 businesses, organizations, and individuals competing to be named in the top three spots of 198 categories. Thanks to everyone who voted us Best! Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina wins Gold for Best Marina In addition to its central location in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, Shelter Cove Marina boasts state

Experiencing the Hilton Head fishing season in August waters means trophy fish are coming close to shore. These trophy fish include tarpon, the blacktip shark and jack crevalle. Captain Miles Altman of Bayrunner Fishing Charters call this trio of fish biting right now, “The Big Dogs.” Captain Miles told Island Events, “Two of these fish, the tarpon and the blacktip shark, often weigh over 100 pounds and put on awesome aerial displays. People usually catch the blacktip shark w

National Fishing Week is Saturday, June 4 - Sunday, June 12 and what better way to celebrate than with a fishing charter in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. Now is the best time to enjoy the outdoors and spend quality time with your family. Whether you are an experienced angler or are new to sport fishing, our experienced fishing captains can customize your fishing adventure. Hilton Head Island Inshore Fishing Climb aboard with our experienced captains and explore Hilton H

The Hilton Head fishing season is heating up, with March expecting to bring an exceptional amount of sheepshead fish. Captain Miles Altman of Bayrunner Fishing Charters told Island Events, “Having fished for everything from bream in small ponds to blue marlin in the deep blue of the Gulf Stream, I can say with confidence that one fishery in particular always shines this month, and it’s near the top of my favorites: Sheepshead.” Sheepshead are a common North American marine sp

There is no one better to turn to than the “Natives” when looking to discover the best adventures of Hilton Head Island, SC. Native Son Adventures is the Island’s best light tackle fishing, surf lessons, and eco boat tours destination. With several package options available, locals and guests to the island can experience the stunning nature of Hilton Head from either boat or surfboard. Native Son Adventures offers near-shore and off-shore fishing charters, eco adventure and s

Hilton Head Island boasts some of the best inshore and offshore fishing in the nation and was recently named as the top destination for family fishing in South Carolina by FishingBooker. Whether you are an experienced angler or are new to sport fishing, a fishing charter with Captain Hook is one of the best ways to explore Hilton Head Islands waterways with guidance from experienced captains sure to show you a fishing trip that you will be talking about for years to come! Cap

With picturesque lakes and beaches, charming towns, and unforgettable sunsets, South Carolina is every traveler’s ultimate fishing fantasy. South Carolina boasts some truly spectacular reel action! And that's why FishingBooker recently named Hilton Head Island as the top destination for family fishing in South Carolina. Hilton Head boasts some of the best inshore fishing in the nation. And Autumn marks the start of the inshore fishing season, with species ranging from Red Dru

Not only does Hilton Head Island and the surrounding salt waters and brackish waters have some of the best fishing in the South, but it's also the place of some amazing record holders! Take a look: #1: Bluefin TunaWeight: 396 pounds, 14 ounces Year: 2006 Angler: Jim Middleton III, Bluffton, S.C. #2: TarponWeight: 154 pounds, 10 ouncesYear: 1987Angler: S.B. Kiser, Hilton Head Island, S.C. #3: CobiaWeight: 92 pounds, 10 ouncesYear: 2009Angler: Robby Maroudas, Hilton Head Island

One must love March or at least I do. The cold winter gloomy weather is passing and the promise of new life signs are showing. The crazy deep freeze we had this winter ended the best trout fishing spree we have seen in probably ten years. Limits of large speckled trout were being caught easily and many anglers finished their trips with the legal limit. Our Department of Natural Resources is asking anglers to release any trout they may catch through September in an effort to h

From a leisurely sail to a custom cruise, and everything in between, the perfect day on the water is waiting for you on Hilton Head Island. Find out what type of boating excursion best suits you: Leisurely Sail There’s nothing more relaxing than setting sail on the sea to simply take in Hilton Head Island’s picturesque scenery. Cruising our blue waters surrounded by nature, you can’t help but discover the true definition of low country life on a leisurely catamaran tour. F