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Redbreast sunfish

5 in · 2 oz

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Redbreast sunfish

5 in · 2 oz

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Redbreast sunfish

6 in · 2 oz

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Redbreast sunfish

5 in · 2 oz

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Warmouth

4 in · 2 oz

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Redbreast sunfish

5 in · 2 oz

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General info

Clark Fork is a stream located in York County, South Carolina, United States. It is also intersecting with Cleveland County, North Carolina. It is most popular for fishing Bluegill, Redbreast sunfish, and Black crappie.

Location

35°04′14.9″N 81°23′21.8″W
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Fishing regulations at Clark Fork, 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
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
Redbreast sunfish

Redbreast sunfish

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.

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
Very good
Synonyms
Lepomis auritus, Redbreast, Sunfish
Season open: year-round
Black crappie

Black crappie

Regulation boundarySC State Waters
Bag limit20

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.

Min size8" (Total Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish less than the minimum size limit.

Total length means the straight line distance from the most forward point of the head with the mouth closed, to the farthest tip of the tail with the tail compressed or squeezed, while the fish is lying on its side.

Aggregate limit20

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

Restrictions & requirements

Keep-Whole

Must remain in whole condition until landed ashore - head and tail must be intact.

Additional information
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 to SCDNR managed lakes. Check with state parks, city reservoirs, or county parks for special limits and regulations that apply to those areas.
Edibility
Excellent! Catch, Clean, Cook Black Crappie aka Speckled Perch
Synonyms
Calico bass, Pomoxis nigromaculatus, Speckled Perch
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Cities nearby

Smyrna

2.3 miles away

Grover

7.9 miles away

Blacksburg

8.1 miles away

Sharon

8.6 miles away

Clover

10.0 miles away

York

10.2 miles away

Kings Mountain

11.6 miles away

Gaffney

15.1 miles away

McConnells

16.7 miles away

Gastonia

16.9 miles away

Shelby

17.5 miles away

Lake Wylie

18.3 miles away

Lockhart

19.7 miles away

Boiling Springs

19.9 miles away

Tega Cay

21.5 miles away

Cherryville

21.7 miles away

Belmont

22.3 miles away

Rock Hill

22.5 miles away

Jonesville

23.2 miles away

Central Pacolet

23.4 miles away

Mooresboro

23.5 miles away

Cowpens

23.7 miles away

Clifton

25.2 miles away

Monarch Mill

26.9 miles away

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FAQ about Clark Fork fishing

📍 Where is the Clark Fork located?
the Clark Fork is a stream located in York County, South Carolina, United States. It is also intersecting with Cleveland County, North Carolina. Its coordinates are:
35°04′14.9″N 81°23′21.8″W
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🎣 Where on the Clark Fork is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on the Clark Fork 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 Clark Fork?
The most common species in the Clark Fork are:
📢 What are the latest Clark Fork fishing reports?
The latest Clark Fork fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at the Clark Fork right now?
According to fishing regulations at the Clark Fork, some of the species in season this November 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 Clark Fork?

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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