South Carolina Bag Limits
Complete daily limits, possession limits, and season limits for hunting and fishing in South Carolina.
South Carolina Bag Limits
Complete guide to daily limits, possession limits, season limits, and size restrictions for hunting and fishing in South Carolina. Updated for the current season.
Big Game
2 species
Game Birds
5 species
Fish Species
4 species
Total Species
14
Big Game
2 species in South Carolina
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White-tailed Deer | 2 | - | Zone-dependent | Varies 5-10 total by zone |
| Wild Hog | No limit | - | - | Year-round on private land |
Upland Birds
3 species in South Carolina
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wild Turkey | 1 | - | 3 per year | Gobblers only |
| Dove | 15 | 45 | - | - |
| Quail | 12 | 36 | - | Mainly plantation hunting |
Fish
4 species in South Carolina
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Size Limit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Largemouth Bass | 5 | - | - | 14" minimum | - |
| Striped Bass | Varies | - | - | - | Lake-specific regulations |
| Channel Catfish | No limit | - | - | - | - |
| Redfish | 2 | - | - | 15-23" slot limit | 6 per boat max |
Other Species
1 species in South Carolina
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alligator | Per permit | - | - | Public lottery and private permits |
South Carolina Special Notes
South Carolina has four deer zones with different limits. Verify your zone regulations.
South Carolina Regulations Overview
State wildlife agency and regulations information
- Species Covered
- 14 species with regulations
- Big Game Species
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- White-tailed Deer
- Wild Hog
- Wildlife Agency
- South Carolina Department of Natural Resources
This information is for reference only. Always verify regulations with your state wildlife agency before hunting or fishing.
Last verified: January 2026
South Carolina Bag Limits FAQ
Common questions about harvest limits in South Carolina
What is the deer bag limit in South Carolina?
In South Carolina, the daily deer limit is 2 with a season limit of Zone-dependent. Varies 5-10 total by zone
What are the headline fishing limits in South Carolina?
Top species in South Carolina: Largemouth Bass 5/day (14" minimum); Striped Bass Varies/day; Channel Catfish No limit/day. Water-body-specific regs can override the statewide line.
Are there South Carolina-specific regulations to flag?
South Carolina has four deer zones with different limits. Verify your zone regulations.
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