Angler stands in a boat in the estuary and holds large spottail bass he caught.

Estuarine waters around Cape Romain NWR are considered to be among the best inshore saltwater fishing locations in the state.Fish the saltwater bays and creeks found within the refuge and surf-fish off of the beaches, catching spottail bass, spotted seatrout, flounder, sheepshead and black drum year-round. Go shrimping and crabbing and harvest oysters and clams when in season, which is typically September through May. You can also fish and crab on the Garris Landing pier. Fishing inside Bulls Island impoundments is prohibited. All all finfishing and shellfishing activities are allowed in accordance with state regulations.

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