Market Report · 2026
South Carolina
Hunting Market
South Carolina ranks #18 nationally by outfitter count with 18 verified operators (2% of the Search Huntr directory).
Outfitters
18
Featured
0
Species
6
National Rank
#18
Species Breakdown
| Species | Operators | Tag Cost | Avg Hunt Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitetail Deer | 17 | $200 | $NaN |
| Hog | 15 | $125 | $NaN |
| Turkey | 14 | $125 | $NaN |
| Upland Bird | 4 | $125 | $NaN |
| Waterfowl | 2 | $125 | $NaN |
| Predator | 1 | — | $NaN |
Average hunt price includes base hunt (fully guided), nonresident tag, travel, and standard guide tip. Run the cost estimator for a personalized breakdown.
Hunt Types Offered
rifle
7
operators
shotgun
2
operators
archery
2
operators
crossbow
1
operators
Top 6 Operators
Cherokee Run Hunting Lodge
Pickens County, SC
Hunt whitetails, wild boar and turkey in South Carolina's Sandhills
6 of 8 hunters had opportunities (referenced in testimonial)
Osborne Outfitters
Greenville County, SC
South Carolina hunting at its best in the low country
Buck Run Hunting Lodge
North Charleston, SC
Fair chase whitetail, velvet, and turkey hunting in South Carolina's Low Country
thousands of acres · 95% for turkey hunts
Blackwater Hunting Services
Ulmer, SC
South Carolina's premier outfitter for guided deer, turkey, hog and quail hunts since 1996.
11,000 acres
Outdoor Solutions
Lowcountry, SC
Your solution to outdoor adventures.
4,000 acres
Red Bluff Lodge
Red Bluff, SC
Full-service sporting and hunting destination specializing in deer, hog, alligator, and turkey hunts.
South Carolina Nonresident Tag Costs
| Species | Approx 2026 Tag |
|---|---|
| Whitetail Deer | $200 |
| Turkey | $125 |
| Hog | $125 |
| Upland Bird | $125 |
| Waterfowl | $125 |
Tag costs include the base nonresident hunting license plus species tag. Excludes habitat stamps, draw application fees, and trophy fees. Updated for 2026 from state Fish & Game sources.
Methodology
All data is aggregated from our directory of verified South Carolina outfitters. Hunt prices reflect Search Huntr's national model calibrated to state-specific tag and travel costs. Tag prices are updated annually from state Fish & Game departments. See full methodology for details.