🐟 What fish can you catch in Salem?

Most commonly caught species around Salem , SC : Largemouth bass - 4,770 reported catches Spotted bass - 2,566 reported catches Rainbow trout - 1,248 reported catches Bluegill - 1,025 reported catches Channel catfish - 704 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Salem fishing reports?

The latest Salem , SC fishing reports are: @calvin.hamilton reported a nice Largemouth bass . @Natethefisherman5 reported a nice Largemouth bass . @brycek99 reported a nice Spotted bass at Lake Hartwell . @brycek99 reported a nice Spotted bass at Lake Hartwell . .

Fishing in Salem, SC

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Salem, South Carolina?

Anglers in Salem , SC recommend these top fishing spots: Lake Hartwell , Lake Keowee , Lake Jocassee , Chattooga River , South Saluda River .

Q: 📅 What is the best time to go fishing in Salem?

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Q: What's the biggest Spotted bass caught in Salem?

The biggest Spotted bass (by length) reported in Salem , SC was a 4 ft / 11 lbs caught by Fishbrain user @Travis_jones.05 at Lake Hartwell on March 19, 2022 .

Q: What's the biggest Rainbow trout caught in Salem?

The biggest Rainbow trout (by length) reported in Salem , SC was a 20.5 lbs caught by Fishbrain user @christianthecreator at Yonah Lake on June 12, 2020 .

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Top fish species in Salem

Latest Salem fishing reports

Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

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Spotted bass

Lake Hartwell

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Spotted bass

Lake Hartwell

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Great barracuda

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Largemouth bass

Black Rock Lake

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Largemouth bass

Black Rock Lake

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Channel catfish

Lake Keowee

15 in · 2 lb

Spotted bass

Lake Keowee

15 in · 1 lb 6 oz

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Fishing regulations in Salem

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in South Carolina can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching Largemouth bass as of May 6th, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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Largemouth bass

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No size limit.

A total of 40 game fish may be kept in any one day. This total shall not exceed more than the limits or exceptions listed below. Any game fish or species with a size limit listed must be landed with head and tail fin intact.

Special limits and regulations apply in:

Blalock Lake: minimum size = 14- inches; bag limit = no more than 5 combined total of black bass;
Chattooga River: minimum size = 12- inches; bag limit = no more than 10 combined total of black bass;
Greenwood Lake: minimum size = 14-inches; bag limit = no more than 5 combined total of black bass;
Hartwell Lake: minimum size = 12- inches; bag limit = no more than 10 combined total of black bass;
Jocassee Lake: minimum size = 14- inches; bag limit = no more than 5 combined total of black bass;
Keowee Lake: minimum size = 12- inches; bag limit = no more than 10 combined total of black bass;
Marion Lake: minimum size = 14- inches; bag limit = no more than 5 combined total of black bass;
Monticello Lake: minimum size = 14- inches; bag limit = no more than 5 combined total of black bass;
Moultrie Lake: minimum size = 14- inches; bag limit = no more than 5 combined total of black bass;
Murray Lake: minimum size = 14- inches; bag limit = no more than 5 combined total of black bass;
Robinson Lake: minimum size = 12- inches; bag limit = no more than 5 combined total of black bass;
Russell Lake (including Lake Hartwell Tailwater): minimum size = 12-inches; bag limit = no more than 10 combined total of black bass;
Saluda River (middle reach): minimum size = 14-inches; bag limit = no more than 5 combined total of black bass;
Santee River (upper reach): minimum size = 14-inches; bag limit no more than 5 combined total of black bass;
Savannah River: minimum size = 12- inches; bag limit = no more than 10 combined total of black bass;
Secession Lake: minimum size = 14- inches; bag limit = no more than 5 combined total of black bass;
Slade's Lake: minimum size = 12- inches; bag limit = no more than 2 combined total of black bass;
Stevens Creek Reservoir: minimum size = 12-inches; bag limit = no more than 10 combined total of black bass;
Thurmond Lake: minimum size = 12- inches; bag limit = no more than 10 combined total of black bass;
Tugaloo Lake: minimum size = 12- inches; bag limit = no more than 10 combined total of black bass;
Wateree Lake: minimum size = 14- inches; bag limit = no more than 5 combined total of black bass;
Wylie Lake: minimum size = 14- inches; bag limit = no more than 5 combined total of black bass;
Yonah Lake: minimum size = 12- inches; bag limit = no more than 10 combined total of black bass;

Check with state parks, city reservoirs, or county parks for special limits and regulations that apply to those areas. For more information, see SCDNR website.

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FAQ about Salem fishing

Anglers in Salem, SC recommend these top fishing spots: Lake Hartwell, Lake Keowee, Lake Jocassee, Chattooga River, and South Saluda River.

Most commonly caught species around Salem, SC:

Largemouth bass - 4,770 reported catches
Spotted bass - 2,566 reported catches
Rainbow trout - 1,248 reported catches
Bluegill - 1,025 reported catches
Channel catfish - 704 reported catches

The latest Salem, SC fishing reports are:

@calvin.hamilton reported a nice Largemouth bass.
@Natethefisherman5 reported a nice Largemouth bass.
@brycek99 reported a nice Spotted bass at Lake Hartwell.
@brycek99 reported a nice Spotted bass at Lake Hartwell.

Download the and see today's Fishing and Weather Forecast for Salem, SC. We give you weather trends and help you find the perfect window to catch your next personal best. With Fishbrain Pro, you will get the following capabilities:

Plan smarter: Get hour-by-hour fishing weather conditions.
Fish at peak times: Use BiteTime™ predictions to maximize catches.
Stay ahead of the weather: Get hyper-local, real-time updates.

The biggest Spotted bass (by length) reported in Salem, SC was a 4 ft / 11 lbs caught by Fishbrain user @Travis_jones.05 at Lake Hartwell on March 19, 2022.