Atlantic Thread Herring Fishing in South Carolina
When atlantic thread herring are caught across South Carolina, season by season, from NOAA’s recreational catch survey (2024).
Atlantic Thread Herring catch through the year
Recreational catch in South Carolina by two-month season. The peak window is highlighted.
Seasonal catch and conditions for South Carolina
Seasonal catch, tides, and the day's conditions worth knowing for your spots, plus the occasional Pathr update. No spam.
Catching atlantic thread herring in South Carolina
Atlantic Thread Herring catches in South Carolina run hardest around May-Jun, with the strongest two-month windows in May-Jun and Sep-Oct. Anglers keep about 7% of what they catch and release the rest. All of this comes from NOAA’s recreational catch survey, so it maps the season rather than any single day.
To turn the season into a trip, line the peak window up with the daily bite. Check the South Carolina fishing times for the solunar windows, the tide charts for moving water, and the sunrise and sunset times for first and last light.
Frequently asked
When is the best time to catch atlantic thread herring in South Carolina?+
Catches peak around May-Jun (May and June). The strongest two-month windows are May-Jun and Sep-Oct. This is based on NOAA's 2024 recreational catch survey, so it reflects the typical season rather than a live report.
Do anglers keep or release atlantic thread herring in South Carolina?+
Across South Carolina, about 7% of the atlantic thread herring caught are kept and 93% are released. That works out to roughly 62K kept and 869K released in 2024.
How many atlantic thread herring are caught in South Carolina?+
NOAA's survey estimated about 931K atlantic thread herring caught by recreational anglers in South Carolina in 2024, making it the #16 most-caught species in the state. Survey estimates, so read them as the shape of the season.
Where does this atlantic thread herring data come from?+
NOAA's Marine Recreational Information Program (MRIP), 2024 estimates. Courtesy: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
