Can I Keep?Sheepshead Regulations in South Carolina (2026)
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Recreational sheepshead rules in South Carolina saltwater, as published by the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources. Last checked November 7, 2026.
Size limit
14-inch TL
Bag limit
10 per person per day not to exceed 30 per boat per day
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Recreational Sheepshead rules in South Carolina
- Where
- All waters
- Size limit
- 14-inch TL
- Bag limit
- 10 per person per day not to exceed 30 per boat per day
- Possession
- not to exceed 30 per boat per day
- SCDNR 2026-2027 South Carolina Hunting & Fishing guide (Rules & Regulations), printed page 48 (PDF page 50), table "FINFISH: INSHORE & OFFSHORE", section "INSHORE FINFISH".
- Statutory basis (S.C. Code of Laws, https://www.scstatehouse.gov/code/t50c005.php): S.C. Code § 50-5-1705(I); S.C. Code § 50-5-1710(B)(6)
Quick answers
What is the sheepshead size limit in South Carolina?
14-inch TL.
How many sheepshead can I keep in South Carolina?
10 per person per day not to exceed 30 per boat per day.
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More inshore in South Carolina
- American and Hickory Shad
- Atlantic Croaker
- Black Drum
- Flounder
- Gafftopsail Catfish
- Hardhead Catfish
- Herring
- Red Drum
- Spot
- Spotted Seatrout
- Striped Bass
- Tarpon
- Tripletail
- Weakfish
- Whiting
All South Carolina saltwater fishing regulations →
Source: South Carolina Department of Natural Resources. Most anglers need a South Carolina saltwater license or registry: get one here.