--- title: "Florence SC Fishing Report" url: https://www.hereflorence.com/fishing-hereflorence-sc/ date: 2026-06-04T13:38:33+00:00 modified: 2026-06-04T13:38:33+00:00 author: "" site: "HERE Florence" attribution: "HERE Florence" --- # Florence SC Fishing Report *Source: [HERE Florence](https://www.hereflorence.com/fishing-hereflorence-sc/) β€” June 4, 2026 by * {{SITE_NAME}} # {{CITY}} Fishing Report Live conditions, species status, solunar ratings, water body profiles, {{DNR}} regulations, and community fishing coverage for {{COUNTY}} lakes and rivers. Bass: Active Crappie: Active Catfish: Hot 5 Waters Profiled **5** Waters Profiled **Live** Conditions **Solunar** Rating **2026** Season First Look β€’ Fishing Conditions πŸŒ– Waning Gibbous Illumination: 70% Air Temp 72Β°F Est. Water 77Β°F Wind 8 mph Pressure 1013 Good β€” fish activity improving as moonlight decreases. Morning bites pick up. 85 EXCELLENT Excellent bite conditions. Get on the water at first light. {{COUNTY}} β€’ {{REGION}} SC Your Local *Fishing Resource* {{SITE_NAME}} is your local source for fishing reports, conditions, and {{DNR}} regulations across {{COUNTY}}. Use the waters list to find lakes, rivers, and reservoirs near you, the regulations section for current limits, and the guides directory to book a trip. Current Conditions β€’ {{CITY}} Waters Species *Status* Largemouth Bass ACTIVE Summer pattern β€” fish deep structure early and late. Frog fishing on lily pads productive at dawn. **Top Bait**Finesse Jig, Drop Shot **Depth**15-25 ft midday Smallmouth Bass HOT Prime smallmouth season on area rivers. Rocky shoals hold feeding fish. **Top Bait**Tube Jig, Crawfish Pattern, Ned Rig **Depth**Shoal tail-outs, 3-12 ft Crappie ACTIVE Pre-spawn or fall pattern. Crappie suspending over deeper structure. **Top Bait**Small Tube Jig, Live Minnow, Slip Float **Depth**12-20 ft brush Catfish HOT Catfish are highly active in warm water. Night fishing from bank is excellent β€” cut shad and chicken liver. **Top Bait**Cut Shad, Chicken Liver, Prepared Stink Bait **Depth**Channel edges, 10-30 ft Bluegill / Bream HOT Bluegill on the bed β€” largest fish of the year on spawning colonies in 1-4 ft gravel flats. Cricket fishing is magic. **Top Bait**Cricket, Worm, Small Jig (1/32 oz) **Depth**Spawning: 1-4 ft. Non-spawn: dock edges 4-10 ft Trout SLOW No summer trout stocking. Trout season paused β€” check for next stocking dates. **Top Bait**PowerBait, Night Crawler, Inline Spinner **Depth**Stocked areas β€” designated lakes and streams Species status is based on seasonal patterns and current conditions for {{COUNTY}} waters. Always verify {{DNR}} regulations for creel limits, size minimums, and any current advisories before heading out. [Report a Bite Update](/submit-a-tip/?topic=report-a-bite-update) Fishing Report Partners [Dick's Sporting Goods](https://www.dickssportinggoods.com/c/fishing) [Bass Pro Shops](https://www.basspro.com) [REI Co-op](https://www.rei.com/c/fishing) [Academy Sports](https://www.academy.com/fishing) First Look Weather & *Fishing Conditions* 72F Partly Cloudy Feels like 70Β°F Wind 8 mph S Humidity 55% Pressure 1013 hPa Est. Water Temp 77Β°F Moon Waning Gibbous Sunrise / Sunset 5:53 am / 6:03 pm Location {{CITY}}, SC On-the-Water Tips - Water temps in the prime range β€” bass are active on shallow structure. Topwater lures effective morning and evening. - Falling barometric pressure activates feeding. Fish are on the move β€” work moving baits and cover water quickly. Solunar Index Fishing *Conditions Dashboard* Air Temperature 72Β°F Optimal Bite Wind Speed 8 mph Light Breeze Barometric Pressure 1013 hPa Falling β€” Feeding! Moon Phase πŸŒ– Good EXCELLENT Excellent bite conditions. Get on the water at first light. Extended Outlook 5-Day Fishing *Forecast* MON Partly Cloudy 75Β° / 58Β° 8 mph wind β€’ 0% humidity GOOD TUE Partly Cloudy 75Β° / 58Β° 8 mph wind β€’ 0% humidity GOOD WED Partly Cloudy 75Β° / 58Β° 8 mph wind β€’ 0% humidity GOOD THU Partly Cloudy 75Β° / 58Β° 8 mph wind β€’ 0% humidity GOOD FRI Partly Cloudy 75Β° / 58Β° 8 mph wind β€’ 0% humidity GOOD Lakes & Rivers Water Body *Profiles* 5 fishing waters within {{COUNTY}} β€” with species, access, tips, and restrictions. Lake Wylie 13,443 DUKE ENERGY RESERVOIR Rock Hill / Clover, SC β€” Charlotte Metro Striped Bass Spotted Bass Largemouth Bass Crappie Catfish Bluegill Lake Wylie is the premier fishery in {{COUNTY}} β€” a 13,443-acre Catawba River impoundment with 32 miles of South Carolina shoreline. The striped bass fishery is exceptional, with trophy fish caught year-round near the Wylie Dam tailrace. Spotted bass and crappie are the bread-and-butter species for local anglers. The lake straddles the NC/SC state line, providing year-round fishing variety. Multiple public ramps including Buster Boyd Bridge, Ebenezer Park boat ramp, and Allison Creek boat ramp. Duke Energy maintains shoreline access. SC fishing license required. Angler Tip Target striped bass near the dam tailrace in winter and early spring using live shad or large swimbaits. For crappie, work the deep dock lines and brush piles from Allison Creek south toward the dam in spring. Spotted bass hold on rocky points and rip-rap along the bridges β€” work crankbaits parallel to the bank. {{DNR}} statewide regulations. Duke Energy shoreline rules apply. Check current striped bass slot limits. Field Guide Coming Soon Catawba River Tailwater Fishery RIVER β€” TAILWATER Below Wylie Dam, Rock Hill / Fort Mill area Striped Bass Smallmouth Bass Catfish Largemouth Bass The Catawba River tailwater below Wylie Dam is one of the best striper fisheries in the Southeast β€” cold, oxygenated water from the dam creates year-round trophy conditions. Smallmouth bass hold in the rocky shoals downstream. Catfish are abundant throughout. The river is accessible by boat or wade fishing from multiple access points between Rock Hill and the Landsford Canal State Park area. Landsford Canal State Park boat ramp and fishing access on the Catawba. Multiple wade fishing access points off US-21 south of Rock Hill. Kayak launch available at Nation Ford Road area. Angler Tip Spring through early summer is peak time for stripers below Wylie Dam β€” schooling fish chase shad in the main channel. Use live shad, cut shad, or large white bucktail jigs. Smallmouth concentrate in the rocky shoals near Landsford Canal β€” work crawfish-pattern tube jigs along the bottom. {{DNR}} statewide regulations. Check current Catawba River striped bass regulations β€” special slot limits may apply below Wylie Dam. Field Guide Coming Soon Fishing Creek Reservoir 3,390 DUKE ENERGY RESERVOIR Chester / York County line, SC Largemouth Bass Crappie Catfish Bluegill Bream Fishing Creek Reservoir is a 3,390-acre Catawba River impoundment south of Rock Hill managed by Duke Energy. The lake is known for quality largemouth bass and excellent crappie fishing around the abundant dock structures and coves. Less pressured than Lake Wylie, it offers anglers a quieter, productive alternative within {{COUNTY}} reach. Fishing Creek Reservoir Park boat ramp off SC-72/SC-9 in Chester County. Duke Energy shoreline management. SC fishing license required. Angler Tip Crappie spawn in the shallow coves and around dock pilings in March and April when water temps reach 58-65Β°F. Work 1/16 oz jigs and small minnows at 4-8 feet. Largemouth bass hold on the deeper timber edges β€” Texas-rig a plastic worm and work the submerged structure at 12-18 feet in summer. {{DNR}} statewide regulations. Duke Energy shoreline rules apply. Field Guide Coming Soon Cedar Creek Reservoir ~1,000 RESERVOIR York County / Chester County area Largemouth Bass Bream Catfish Crappie Cedar Creek Reservoir is a productive largemouth bass and bream fishery in the {{COUNTY}} area. The lake features abundant shallow-water structure including fallen timber, cattail edges, and lily pad flats that hold largemouth throughout the season. Bream fishing with crickets or small jigs is exceptional during the spawn in May and June. Check current public access points β€” launch access may require contacting property managers. SC fishing license required. Angler Tip Work topwater lures and frogs along the lily pad edges at dawn for explosive largemouth strikes in summer. Bream spawn on shallow hard-bottom areas near points and creek mouths in late May β€” a small spinner or cricket under a bobber produces consistent catches. Catfish are abundant in the deeper channel areas at night. {{DNR}} statewide regulations apply. Field Guide Coming Soon Wateree Lake 13,710 DUKE ENERGY RESERVOIR Kershaw / Lancaster / Fairfield Counties β€” south of Rock Hill Hybrid Striped Bass Striped Bass Crappie Largemouth Bass Catfish Lake Wateree is a 13,710-acre Catawba River impoundment approximately 45 miles south of Rock Hill β€” a day-trip destination for serious anglers. The hybrid striped bass fishery is among the best in South Carolina, with fish regularly exceeding 10 lbs. Crappie fishing around the dock structures and standing timber is excellent. The lake also hosts major tournament circuits for largemouth bass. Wateree State Park boat ramp and campground. Multiple public ramps maintained by Duke Energy. SC fishing license required. Angler Tip Hybrid stripers school in open water over the channel in fall β€” find the baitfish schools on your depth finder and you will find the hybrids. Umbrella rigs and large swimbaits are the go-to presentations. For crappie, work the standing timber in 12-20 feet of water with live minnows or 2-inch tube jigs year-round. {{DNR}} statewide regulations. Check current hybrid striped bass regulations at dnr.sc.gov. Field Guide Coming Soon Did We Miss a Spot? Know a {{CITY}}-area fishing lake, pond, or river stretch that should be on this list? Let us know. [Report a Fishing Spot](/submit-a-tip/?topic=report-a-fishing-spot) Local Experts Field *Guides* Hire a local fishing guide and put your line on the right water in {{CITY}}. Expert captains who know {{COUNTY}} waters. CP Cliff Pitts Veteran Lake Wylie guide specializing in striped bass and crappie. 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SCII Graphite Lifetime Warranty Medium-Light β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜† 4.6 / 5 $130 Best for: Crappie, panfish, light bass on local lakes Abu Garcia Revo Beast 41 Baitcaster Baitcasting Reel Built for big bass applications β€” punching mats, deep cranking ledges, and flipping heavy cover. The D2 gear design and 41mm spool handle 65-lb braid with no complaints. Carbon matrix drag delivers 25 lbs of stopping power to keep a river smallmouth out of the rocks. Infini brake system simplifies cast adjustment in variable wind conditions. Baitcaster Heavy Cover Power Fishing β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜† 4.5 / 5 $179 Best for: Heavy cover bass, power fishing, flipping Old Town Topwater 106 Kayak Fishing Kayak The go-to sit-on-top fishing kayak for 's electric-motor-only lakes. The 360-degree ACS2 seating system keeps you comfortable on all-day floats. Gear tracks and rod holders are pre-installed. The 34-inch beam provides stability for standing casts on calm mornings. At 57 lbs it launches easily from any state-park ramp without a trailer. Sit-on-Top Electric Lakes Stand-Up Ready β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜† 4.7 / 5 $1,099 Best for: Electric-only lakes, all-day fishing comfort Berkley PowerBait Power Worm Soft Plastic Bait The classic 7-inch PowerBait worm has caught largemouth bass in lakes for 30+ years. Texas rig on a 3/0 offset hook with a 3/16 oz bullet sinker for dock fishing. The scent-infused formula triggers strikes when bass are sluggish in summer heat. Watermelon red and green pumpkin are year-round producers in tannin-stained water. Soft Plastic Scent Formula Bass β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜† 4.5 / 5 $6.99 / bag Best for: Dock fishing, summer bass, all lakes Strike King Crappie Hunter Jig Crappie Jig The top crappie jig for waters β€” especially clear lakes and bridge pilings. The 1/16 oz head with 2-inch tube body is the perfect match for suspended crappie at 8-15 feet. Chart/white and pink/white produce best in stained water. Tie directly on 4-lb monofilament and slow-troll around bridge stumps for consistent catches. Crappie Jig Bridge Fishing β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜† 4.7 / 5 $4.99 / pack Best for: Crappie on all lakes, bridge and dock fishing Tackle Shop, Guide Service, or Marina? Get featured in the Essential Gear section and reach active anglers across the HERE City Network β€” 100+ cities. [Learn About Gear Advertising](/contact/) {{STATE_NAME}} DNR {{DNR}} *Regulations* License requirements, bag limits, and size limits for {{COUNTY}} waters. Always verify current regulations at dnr.sc.gov. SC Fishing Licenses SC Resident Annual Age 16+ required to fish all public waters $10.00 SC Resident Senior (65+) Reduced rate for SC residents age 65 and over $5.00 Non-Resident Annual Required for all non-SC residents age 16+ $35.00 Non-Resident 3-Day Short-term license for visiting anglers $11.00 Free Fishing Days May 25 (Memorial Weekend) and July 4 β€” no license required FREE Boating Permit (Lakes) {{CITY}} Water / SJWD permit required for Lake Bowen, Blalock, Cooley, Lyman Varies Bag & Size Limits β€” {{CITY}} Waters Largemouth Bass 5 combined black bass **Min Size:**No statewide minimum; 14" on Lake Blalock and select lakes Per {{DNR}} eRegulations. Combined limit includes smallmouth, redeye, spotted. Smallmouth Bass See black bass limit **Min Size:**12" minimum statewide Per SC Code 50-13-210. Pacolet and Tyger rivers included in 5-fish combined. Crappie (Black & White) 20 per day **Min Size:**8" minimum statewide Per SC Code 50-13-220. 8-inch size limit effective 2012. Blue Catfish 25 per day **Min Size:**Only 2 fish over 32" per person Per {{DNR}} eRegulations. Lake Edwin Johnson: 3 catfish creel limit. Bluegill / Bream 30 per day statewide **Min Size:**No minimum Per {{DNR}} eRegulations. Lake Edwin Johnson: 10 bream creel limit. Redbreast sunfish: 15/day separately. Trout (all species) 5 per day trout season **Min Size:**No minimum (stocked) Stocking schedule posted by {{DNR}} each season Special Rules & Alerts for {{CITY}} Waters - **Lake Bowen & Blalock:** Boating permit required from {{CITY}} Water. Gas motor HP restrictions β€” check current {{CITY}} Water rules before launching. - **Lake Blalock Special:** 14-inch minimum size for black bass. 5 combined black bass daily limit. Check closure status after Hurricane Helene impacts. - **Lake Craig & Edwin Johnson:** No gasoline engines β€” electric trolling motors only. Lake Edwin Johnson also enforces {{DNR}} creel limits: 10 bream, 3 bass, 3 catfish. - **Free Fishing Days 2026:** May 25 (Memorial Day weekend) and July 4 β€” no fishing license required on these two days. - **Rivers (Pacolet, Tyger, Lawson's Fork):** Statewide creel limits apply. No boating permits required. {{DNR}} fishing license required for anglers 16+. Regulations shown are for general reference. Always verify current rules with the SC Department of Natural Resources at **dnr.sc.gov** or by calling the {{DNR}} Wildlife Helpline. Regulations may change each season. Municipal reservoir rules ({{CITY}} Water, SJWD) are set separately from {{DNR}}. Spawn Timing & Key Dates Season *Calendar* Feb – Mar Crappie Pre-Spawn Begins Crappie begin staging near structure in 6-10 ft. Lake Cooley and Blalock bridge areas. All Lakes Late Mar – Apr Crappie Spawn Peak Peak spawn in shallows 2-6 ft. Lake Cooley late March through April. Best crappie fishing of the year. All Lakes Mar – May Largemouth Bass Spawn Bass move shallow when water reaches 60Β°F+. Lake Bowen docks and Blalock brush piles. All Lakes Apr – May Bluegill / Bream Spawning Bream spawn in gravel shallows. Easy catching near Lake Craig ramp and Edwin Johnson pier. All Lakes May ({{DNR}}) Spring Trout Stocking {{DNR}} stocks select {{CITY}} area waters. Check stocking schedule at dnr.sc.gov. Select Waters May 25, 2026 Free Fishing Day β€” Memorial Weekend No SC fishing license required. All public waters. Great day to introduce new anglers. Statewide June – Aug Summer Bass & Catfish Peak Fish early/late for bass. Catfish bite all night in summer heat on Lake Bowen and Pacolet. All Waters July 4, 2026 Free Fishing Day β€” Independence Day No SC fishing license required. All public waters. July 4 Family Fishing Day. Statewide Sep – Oct Fall Bass Turnover & Feed Lake turnover triggers aggressive bass feeding. Topwater produces in early morning on all {{CITY}} lakes. All Lakes Oct – Nov Fall Crappie Run Second best crappie window. Fish deeper 12-18 ft as water cools. Lake Cooley points. All Lakes Nov ({{DNR}}) Fall Trout Stocking {{DNR}} fall trout stocking program. Check dnr.sc.gov for {{COUNTY}} schedule. Select Waters Dec (TBD) Tournament Season Begins Local bass club tournaments. Check {{SITE_NAME}} for local tourney dates. Local Lakes Spawn timing is approximate and based on typical {{COUNTY}} water temperature patterns. Actual timing varies by year and water body. {{DNR}} trout stocking schedules are published annually β€” visit dnr.sc.gov for exact dates and stocking locations. Questions and Answers Fishing *FAQ* Common questions about fishing in the {{CITY}} area, answered. - Do I need a fishing license to fish in {{CITY}} SC? Yes. All anglers age 16 and older need a SC fishing license to fish public waters in {{COUNTY}}. SC residents pay $10 for an annual freshwater license. Non-residents pay $35 annually or $11 for a 3-day license. Licenses are available at {{DNR}}.sc.gov or at local sporting goods and tackle shops. Two Free Fishing Days β€” May 25 (Memorial weekend) and July 4 β€” require no license. - What are the best fishing lakes near {{CITY}} SC? {{COUNTY}} has four public fishing lakes. Lake Bowen (1,534 acres) near Inman is the largest and best for largemouth bass and crappie. Lake Blalock (1,200 acres) near Chesnee is excellent for crappie around the bridge pilings and Buck's Creek. Lake Cooley (330 acres) is the clearest and holds the county's biggest crappie. Lake Lyman (500 acres) produces high numbers of smaller crappie. Lake Craig and Lake Edwin Johnson offer peaceful fishing with electric motors only. All municipal lakes require a boating permit from {{CITY}} Water or SJWD. - When is the best time to fish for crappie in {{CITY}}? The best crappie fishing in {{COUNTY}} is during the spring spawn, which typically runs from late March through April when water temperatures reach 55-65 degrees F. Fish move into shallower water (2-6 feet) around structure, brush piles, and bridge pilings. Lake Cooley is the top pick for big crappie during the spawn. Lake Blalock's bridge area and stump flats near the dam are also productive. A second run occurs in fall (October-November) when fish stage deeper at 12-18 feet as water cools. - Can you kayak fish on {{COUNTY}} lakes? Yes β€” kayak fishing is well-suited for {{CITY}} lakes, especially the smaller electric-only lakes. Lake Craig at Croft State Park offers kayak and canoe rentals ($5 for 2 hours) β€” you can bring your own or rent on-site with no boating permit required for human-powered craft. The Pacolet River and Tyger River system are excellent for kayak fishing β€” both offer scenic float trips combining paddling and bass fishing. The Pacolet River Blueway (50+ miles) includes multiple put-in and take-out points. Electric-only rules at Lake Edwin Johnson also make it kayak-ideal. - What species can I catch in the Pacolet and Tyger Rivers? The Pacolet River is {{CITY}}'s best-kept secret β€” a diverse bass fishery with largemouth, smallmouth, spotted bass, and rock bass in rocky shoals. Catfish (channel, blue, and flathead) are abundant. The Tyger River system features smallmouth bass introduced by {{DNR}}, Alabama bass, Bartram's bass, largemouth, and various sunfish. Both rivers offer excellent catch-and-release bass fishing exceeding 18 inches. Fly fishing for bass on subsurface patterns is particularly productive on the Pacolet near Glendale Shoals. Access multiple road crossings for wade fishing or run float trips by kayak. - Do {{CITY}} lakes get trout stocked? {{DNR}} stocks select {{COUNTY}} waters with trout, typically in spring and fall when water temperatures are suitable. Stocking locations and schedules are posted annually on the {{DNR}} website at dnr.sc.gov β€” search for the freshwater trout stocking report. The standard trout bag limit is 5 per day during stocking season. Check the current {{DNR}} schedule for specific lakes and streams stocked near {{CITY}}. Lake Edwin Johnson (managed by {{DNR}}) has historically received stocking β€” verify current status with {{DNR}}. Florence, SC sits in prime fishing territory. The Great Pee Dee River, Lynches River, and Jefferies Creek offer anglers access to bass, catfish, bream, and crappie throughout the year. These waters run through or near Florence County, giving local fishers a range of options from river bottomland fishing to creek-side casts without ever leaving the Pee Dee. South Carolina DNR licenses and regulations govern fishing throughout Florence County. Seasonal patterns vary across the rivers and creeks of the region β€” spring typically brings active bass fishing on the Pee Dee and Lynches River systems, while summer and fall offer catfish and panfish action on Jefferies Creek and connected waters. HERE Florence publishes local fishing reports, water conditions, and species updates for the Florence area. Check this page before your next trip to the Great Pee Dee, Lynches River, or Jefferies Creek.