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Spencer Branch

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South Carolina, United States

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Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

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General info

Spencer Branch is a stream located in Charleston County, South Carolina, United States. It is also intersecting with Dorchester County, South Carolina. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass, Bluegill, and Spotted bass.

Location

32°58′55.6″N 80°07′13.7″W
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Fishing regulations at Spencer Branch, SC

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.

Regulations for top species

Season open: year-round
Largemouth bass

Largemouth bass

Regulation boundarySC State Waters
Bag limit5

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Aggregate limit5

The maximum number of individual fish across an aggregate group of species legally harvested per harvester per day.

RequirementKeep intact

In waters where minimum-length or slot-size limits apply, game fish may not be filleted, nor their head or tail fin removed until the angler has completed fishing for the day.

Restrictions & requirements

SC Gamefish Gear

Game fish may be caught with only hook and line, pole, artificial pole, or rod and reel. Not more than 4 of these devices may be used by any fishermen at the same time, except when fishing in a boat.

Keep Intact

In waters where minimum-length or slot-size limits apply, game fish may not be filleted, nor their head or tail fin removed until the angler has completed fishing for the day.

Additional information
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. 
Edibility
Very good Catch, Clean, Cook Largemouth Bass by BlueGabe
Synonyms
Micropterus nigricans
Season open: year-round
Bluegill

Bluegill

Regulation boundarySC State Waters
Bag limit30

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Aggregate limit30

The maximum number of individual fish across an aggregate group of species legally harvested per harvester per day.

RequirementKeep intact

In waters where minimum-length or slot-size limits apply, game fish may not be filleted, nor their head or tail fin removed until the angler has completed fishing for the day.

Restrictions & requirements

SC Gamefish Gear

Game fish may be caught with only hook and line, pole, artificial pole, or rod and reel. Not more than 4 of these devices may be used by any fishermen at the same time, except when fishing in a boat.

Keep Intact

In waters where minimum-length or slot-size limits apply, game fish may not be filleted, nor their head or tail fin removed until the angler has completed fishing for the day.

Additional information
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.  Special limits and regulations apply to SCDNR managed lakes. Check with state parks, city reservoirs, or county parks for special limits and regulations that apply to those areas.
Edibility
Catch, Clean, Cook Bluegill
Synonyms
Lepomis macrochirus
Season open: year-round
Spotted bass

Spotted bass

Regulation boundarySC State Waters
Bag limit15

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Aggregate limit15

The maximum number of individual fish across an aggregate group of species legally harvested per harvester per day.

RequirementKeep intact

In waters where minimum-length or slot-size limits apply, game fish may not be filleted, nor their head or tail fin removed until the angler has completed fishing for the day.

Restrictions & requirements

SC Gamefish Gear

Game fish may be caught with only hook and line, pole, artificial pole, or rod and reel. Not more than 4 of these devices may be used by any fishermen at the same time, except when fishing in a boat.

Keep Intact

In waters where minimum-length or slot-size limits apply, game fish may not be filleted, nor their head or tail fin removed until the angler has completed fishing for the day.

Additional information
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: Chattooga River: no size limit; bag limit = no more than 10 combined total of black bass;Hartwell Lake: no size limit; bag limit = no more than 10 combined total of black bass;Keowee Lake: no size limit; bag limit = no more than 10 combined total of black bass;Russell Lake (including Lake Hartwell Tailwater): no size limit; bag limit = no more than 10 combined total of black bass;Savannah River: no size limit; bag limit = no more than 10 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: no size limit; bag limit = no more than 10 combined total of black bass;Thurmond Lake: no size limit; bag limit = no more than 10 combined total of black bass;Tugaloo Lake: no size limit; bag limit = no more than 10 combined total of black bass;Yonah Lake: no size limit; bag limit = no more than 10 combined total of black bass;For more information, see SCDNR website.  Check with state parks, city reservoirs, or county parks for special limits and regulations that apply to those areas.
Edibility
Very good
Synonyms
Micropterus punctulatus
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FAQ about Spencer Branch fishing

📍 Where is the Spencer Branch located?
the Spencer Branch is a stream located in Charleston County, South Carolina, United States. It is also intersecting with Dorchester County, South Carolina. Its coordinates are:
32°58′55.6″N 80°07′13.7″W
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🎣 Where on the Spencer Branch is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on the Spencer Branch by looking at where other anglers have caught fish. This can easily be done in the where it is also possible to see big fish potential and how good fishing is right now along with Garmin® depth maps.
🐟 What species are in the Spencer Branch?
The most common species in the Spencer Branch are:
📢 What are the latest Spencer Branch fishing reports?
The latest Spencer Branch fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at the Spencer Branch right now?
According to fishing regulations at the Spencer Branch, some of the species in season this October include: Northern red snapper, Gag grouper, Atlantic bluefin tuna, and Black grouper. For full details on other species — including bag limits, minimum and maximum size limits, and seasonal closures — download the .
🪪 Do I need a fishing license to fish at the Spencer Branch?

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

In South Carolina, no fishing license is required for anglers under 16. Residents 64 and older qualify for a discounted license. A few other exceptions worth knowing:

  • Free fishing days — most states designate 1–2 weekends a year where anyone can fish without a license

  • Tribal waters — tribal members fishing on tribal land operate under separate tribal regulations

  • Private ponds — landowners fishing their own water typically don't need a license

Non-residents usually pay more for a license than residents. Some species also require an extra stamp or endorsement on top of your base license.

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