Top fish species at Catfish Creek

Ruddy bowfin
Ruddy bowfin
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Ruddy bowfin

12 in · 3 lb 6 oz

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General info

Catfish Creek is a stream located in Marion County, South Carolina, United States. It is most popular for fishing Ruddy bowfin.

Location

34°03′47.1″N 79°28′7.4″W
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Fishing regulations at Catfish Creek, 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.

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Myrtle Beach

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FAQ about Catfish Creek fishing

📍 Where is the Catfish Creek located?
the Catfish Creek is a stream located in Marion County, South Carolina, United States. Its coordinates are:
34°03′47.1″N 79°28′7.4″W
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🎣 Where on the Catfish Creek is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on the Catfish Creek 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 Catfish Creek?
The most common species in the Catfish Creek are:
📢 What are the latest Catfish Creek fishing reports?
The latest Catfish Creek fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at the Catfish Creek right now?
According to fishing regulations at the Catfish Creek, some of the species in season this June 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 Catfish Creek?

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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