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Fishing in South Carolina

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Top fishing waters in South Carolina

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Lake Hartwell

South Carolina, United States

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Lake Murray

South Carolina, United States

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J. Strom Thurmond Reservoir (SC)

South Carolina, United States

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Horry County Coast

South Carolina, United States

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Lake Marion

South Carolina, United States

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Lake Wateree

South Carolina, United States

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About South Carolina fishing

South Carolina fishing includes bass-filled lakes, trout streams, and coastal waters with redfish, spotted seatrout, and flounder. Anglers enjoy freshwater and inshore saltwater opportunities year-round.

South Carolina fishing license

South Carolina requires a fishing license for anglers 16+. Licenses include resident and non-resident, annual and short-term options, available online or at authorized vendors.

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Top fish species caught in South Carolina

Bass
Bass
Sunfish
Sunfish
Catfish
Catfish
Drum
Drum
Crappie
Crappie
Weakfish
Weakfish
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Biggest catches in South Carolina

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State records of caught fish in South Carolina

SpeciesWeightBlue catfish113.8 lbsChannel catfish58 lbsLargemouth bass16.1 lbsSpotted bass8.3 lbsBluegill3.3 lbs

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Largemouth bass

Andrews Millpond

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Spotted bass

J. Strom Thurmond Reservoir (SC)

13 in · 2 lb

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Largemouth bass

Berry Shoals Pond

19 in · 4 lb

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Berry Shoals Pond

13 in · 1 lb

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Berry Shoals Pond

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Berry Shoals Pond

22 in · 6 lb

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Bay Lake

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Old Rice Retreat (Black Tom Bay)

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Old Rice Retreat (Black Tom Bay)

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Old Rice Retreat (Black Tom Bay)

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Fishing regulations in South Carolina

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FAQ about South Carolina fishing

Fishing regulations in South Carolina, United States vary by location, species, and season. Rules may include size limits, bag limits, licensing requirements, and protected areas. Because regulations are managed locally and can change throughout the year, it's important to check the latest official guidance before fishing.

To stay up to date and avoid guesswork, use the to explore local rules, discover popular waters, and see what other anglers are catching across United States.
Some of the most popular species anglers target in South Carolina, United States include Channel catfish, Blue catfish, and Red drum. The best species often depend on season, water type, and location within the country.

For more detailed, real-time insights, the shows which species are being caught near you and what baits are working best across United States.
Some of the most popular fishing spots in South Carolina, United States include Lake Hartwell, Lake Murray, and J. Strom Thurmond Reservoir (SC). Anglers across the country fish a wide range of waters, with opportunities varying by region and season.

With the , you can explore local hotspots anywhere in United States, see recent catches, and find out what's working near you.
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Cities in South Carolina
CharlestonColumbiaGreenvilleMyrtle BeachSpartanburgMauldinRock HillNorth CharlestonFlorenceMount PleasantAndersonHilton Head IslandSumterBeaufortSummervilleGoose CreekGreenwoodGreerAikenOrangeburg
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