You Don't Have to Travel West to Hunt the Rut
South Carolina gives Florida hunters an opportunity that's hard to find close to home: a free-range whitetail hunt during some of the most exciting weeks of the rut, with rifle hunting available throughout the season.
Williams Hunting combines South Carolina whitetail hunting with private lodging, meals, and experienced local guidance in one straightforward hunting package.
Drive North. Hunt the Rut.
Come Home with a South Carolina Whitetail Story.
Time Your Hunt Around the South Carolina Rut
October 9
November 13–24
October 16–26
Rut Activity Begins
Bucks become increasingly active as the rut develops.
October 16–26
November 13–24
October 16–26
Peak Breeding Period
A prime period for hunters looking for increased daytime buck movement.
November 13–24
November 13–24
November 13–24
Second Rut
Another excellent window of breeding activity approaching Thanksgiving.
Quality Deer Management
Williams Hunting follows a quality deer management program. Legal bucks harvested with Williams must have 8 points or more.
Our goal isn't simply to put hunters in the woods. It's to manage the property responsibly while providing hunters the opportunity to experience quality free-range South Carolina whitetail hunting.
2026 Hunt Dates are Booking Now
Williams Hunting limits the number of hunters on the property. Tell us when you're considering coming to South Carolina and we'll let you know which dates are currently available.