Angling Records of Local Fisherman

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, S.C.

#4: Black DrumWeight: 89 poundsYear: 1978Angler: William Buquet, Port Royal

#5: African PompanoWeight: 44 pounds, 3 ouncesYear: 2011Angler: Courtland Babcock III, Hilton Head Island, S.C.

Next time you are out on the water don't forget to read up on the SCDNR's rules on S.C. game fish here. And book a Hilton Head Island fishing trip with our experts or rent a boat to fish on your own and maybe even you might beat one of these records!