Can I Keep?Spanish Mackerel Regulations in South Carolina (2026)
Recreational spanish mackerel rules in South Carolina saltwater, as published by the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources. Last checked November 7, 2026.
Size limit
12-inch FL
Bag limit
15 per person per day
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Recreational Spanish Mackerel rules in South Carolina
- Where
- Ocean
- Size limit
- 12-inch FL
- Bag limit
- 15 per person per day
- For-hire vessels must have a Coastal Migratory Pelagics permit to fish for this species in federal waters.
- SCDNR 2026-2027 South Carolina Hunting & Fishing guide (Rules & Regulations), printed page 49 (PDF page 51), table "FINFISH: INSHORE & OFFSHORE", section "OFFSHORE FINFISH".
Quick answers
What is the spanish mackerel size limit in South Carolina?
12-inch FL.
How many spanish mackerel can I keep in South Carolina?
15 per person per day.
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- Atlantic Sharpnose
- Bigeye Tuna
- Blue Marlin
- Bluefin Tuna
- Bluefish
- Bonnethead
- Cobia
- Dolphin
- Great White Shark
- King Mackerel
- Longbill Spearfish
- Roundscale Spearfish
- Sailfish
- Sharks
- Swordfish
- Wahoo
- White Marlin
- Yellowfin Tuna
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Source: South Carolina Department of Natural Resources. Most anglers need a South Carolina saltwater license or registry: get one here.