SlotGaugeCheck a catchWeakfish regulations in South Carolina
· Saltwater · 2026 season
Weakfish size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| SC state waters (to 3 mi) | Open year-round | 12 inch minimum | 1 per person per day |
Exact South Carolina Department of Natural Resources wording
- Season
- Open year-round
- Size
- 12-inch TL
- Limit
- 1 per person per day
- statewide — as printed
- “Weakfish | | 1 per person per day | 12-inch TL”
Source: South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, captured 2026-10-01 (2026 season).
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About the weakfish
Genus of fishes
Cynoscion is a genus of marine ray-finned fish belonging to the family, Sciaenidae, the drums and croakers. These fish are found off the coasts of North and South America in the western Atlantic and eastern Pacific Oceans. Many fish in this genus have been given the common name weakfish.
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Weakfish in South Carolina?
12 inch minimum in South Carolina state waters.
How many Weakfish can you keep per day in South Carolina?
1 per person per day.
When is Weakfish season in South Carolina?
Open year-round.
Is my Weakfish a keeper today?
A weakfish is a keeper today if it measures at least 12 inches, with a daily limit of 1.