--- title: "Florence SC Hunting Report" url: https://www.hereflorence.com/hunting-hereflorence-sc/ date: 2026-06-04T13:38:34+00:00 modified: 2026-06-04T13:38:34+00:00 author: "" site: "HERE Florence" attribution: "HERE Florence" --- # Florence SC Hunting Report *Source: [HERE Florence](https://www.hereflorence.com/hunting-hereflorence-sc/) β€” June 4, 2026 by * HEREFlorence # Florence Hunting Report Live conditions, season status, solunar ratings, WMA profiles, and community hunting coverage for Florence and Game Zone 2. Hog: UNK Turkey: UNK Dove: UNK Deer: UNK Game Zone 2 **6** WMAs Profiled **Live** Hunt Conditions **Solunar** Rating **2026** Season Guide First Look β€’ Hunt Conditions πŸŒ– Waning Gibbous Illumination: 69% Sunrise 10:06 am Sunset 12:28 am Temp 84Β°F Wind 0 mph Weather as of 9:25 PM ET Improving β€” deer activity picks up as moonlight decreases. 76 GOOD Good conditions. Plan your approach and be patient. Game Zone 2 β€’ Florence ## Florence Hunting Season Status Whitetail Deer UNK **Season Dates**UNK β€” verify with SCDNR. **Bag Limit:**UNK β€” verify with SCDNR. No verified Whitetail Deer season data seeded for this clone. Contact your operator to load SCDNR canonical dates. Do not hunt without confirmed regulations from SCDNR. Feral Hog UNK **Season Dates**UNK β€” verify with SCDNR. **Bag Limit:**UNK β€” verify with SCDNR. No verified Feral Hog season data seeded for this clone. Contact your operator to load SCDNR canonical dates. Do not hunt without confirmed regulations from SCDNR. Spring Turkey UNK **Season Dates**UNK β€” verify with SCDNR. **Bag Limit:**UNK β€” verify with SCDNR. No verified Spring Turkey season data seeded for this clone. Contact your operator to load SCDNR canonical dates. Do not hunt without confirmed regulations from SCDNR. Mourning Dove UNK **Season Dates**UNK β€” verify with SCDNR. **Bag Limit:**UNK β€” verify with SCDNR. No verified Mourning Dove season data seeded for this clone. Contact your operator to load SCDNR canonical dates. Do not hunt without confirmed regulations from SCDNR. Season dates shown are for Game Zone 2 private lands. WMA dates, license requirements, and antlerless regulations may differ. Always verify current regulations with SCDNR before hunting. [Report a Season Update](/submit-a-tip/?topic=report-a-season-update) Hunting Report Partners [Dick's Sporting Goods](https://www.dickssportinggoods.com/c/hunting) [Bass Pro Shops](https://www.basspro.com/shop/en/hunting) [Cabelas](https://www.cabelas.com/shop/en/hunting) [Academy Sports](https://www.academy.com/hunting) First Look ## Florence Hunting Weather Now 84F Clear Feels like 82Β°F as of 9:25 PM ET Wind 0 mph N Humidity 28% Pressure 1020 hPa Moon Waning Gibbous Location Florence, SC Field Scout Tips - Nothing is in season today β€” pure scouting window. Walk property lines, check trail cams, and hang stands for the opener. - Warm day β€” scout creek bottoms and water sources where game will hold once seasons reopen. - Use closed season to inventory deer, locate gobblers on the roost, and pattern hog sign for when seasons return. Solunar Index ## Florence Hunt Conditions Today Temperature 84Β°F Too Warm Wind Speed 0 mph Ideal β€” Calm Barometric 1020 hPa High β€” Active Moon Phase πŸŒ– Fair GOOD Good conditions. Plan your approach and be patient. Extended Outlook ## Florence Hunt Forecast β€” 5 Days TODAY Sunny 86Β° / 60Β° 3 mph wind β€’ 0% humidity FAIR FRI Sunny 90Β° / 65Β° 3 mph wind β€’ 0% humidity FAIR SAT Mostly Sunny 92Β° / 68Β° 5 mph wind β€’ 0% humidity FAIR SUN Mostly Sunny 94Β° / 72Β° 7 mph wind β€’ 0% humidity FAIR MON Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 94Β° / 68Β° 5 mph wind β€’ 0% humidity STAY IN Public Hunting Lands ## Florence South Carolina Wildlife Management Areas Six public hunting areas within reach of Florence β€” from in-county dove fields to mountain bear country an hour west. Pee Dee Station Site WMA UNK acres STATE WMA Florence County β€’ In County Whitetail Deer Small Game Pee Dee Station Site WMA is a SCDNR-managed public hunting tract in Florence County, the closest named WMA to the City of Florence. Archery, primitive weapon, and limited still-hunt opportunities for whitetail deer follow Game Zone 4 dates. Small game seasons run late November through February. Hunters must sign in and out at the kiosk; no buckshot or dogs allowed. Public access. Visitors sign in/out at the on-site kiosk. WMA permit required in addition to a South Carolina hunting license. Refer to the current SCDNR Rules & Regulations for parking, scouting days, and hunt-day specifics. Field Tip Scouting days are designated in late September and again before primitive-weapon and gun seasons β€” use them to set stands before opening day. Archery-only and primitive-only segments keep pressure low compared to county-wide private land. Game Zone 4 [Field Guide](/field-guides/pee-dee-station-site/) [PDF](/wp-content/uploads/here-field-guides/pee-dee-station-site-field-guide.pdf) Great Pee Dee Heritage Preserve WMA UNK acres SCDNR HERITAGE PRESERVE / WMA Darlington County β€’ Adjacent county β€” ~20 minutes NW of Florence Whitetail Deer Feral Hog Raccoon Opossum Small Game Great Pee Dee Heritage Preserve WMA sits along the Great Pee Dee River corridor in Darlington County, just across the river from Florence. Bottomland hardwoods, river swamp, and pine uplands hold deer, feral hog, and small game. Archery deer opens September 15 and still-gun deer hunts run through late November per Game Zone 4 dates. Public access via SCDNR-marked entrances off river-access roads. WMA permit and South Carolina hunting license required. Hog hunts (still-gun and with-dog seasons) operate under SCDNR Reg. 2.16; confirm current dates and tagging requirements before each trip. Field Tip Wet years push deer to the higher pine ridges β€” scout edges where bottomland meets upland. Hog sign is heaviest near oxbows and along the riverbank. Game Zone 4 [Field Guide](/field-guides/great-pee-dee-heritage-preserve/) [PDF](/wp-content/uploads/here-field-guides/great-pee-dee-heritage-preserve-field-guide.pdf) Woodbury WMA / Heritage Preserve 25,668 acres STATE WMA / HERITAGE PRESERVE / CLASS II WATERFOWL AREA Marion County β€’ ~45 minutes east of Florence Whitetail Deer Feral Hog Wild Turkey Wood Duck Small Game Dove At 25,668 acres between the Little Pee Dee and Great Pee Dee Rivers, Woodbury is the largest public hunting tract in the Pee Dee. The complex spans pine flats, hardwood bottoms, and managed dove fields. Designated as a Class II Waterfowl Management Area, it offers some of the region's best public-land hog hunting alongside deer, turkey, and small game. Primary entrance ~2.8 miles southeast of Daviston, SC off US 378 (Woodbury Road / Pet Larrimore Road, brown reflective signs). WMA permit and South Carolina hunting license required. Youth dog hunts and lottery still-gun hunts have additional restrictions β€” review the SCDNR Rules & Regulations annually. Field Tip Woodbury's size rewards hunters who scout deep β€” pressure concentrates near road access. For hogs, work the river bottoms and creek confluences. Dove fields here are SCDNR-managed; field status rotates year to year. Game Zone 4 [Field Guide](/field-guides/woodbury-wma/) [PDF](/wp-content/uploads/here-field-guides/woodbury-wma-field-guide.pdf) Little Pee Dee River Heritage Preserve WMA 9,000 acres SCDNR HERITAGE PRESERVE / WMA / CLASS II WATERFOWL AREA Dillon, Marion, and Horry Counties β€’ ~45 minutes east of Florence Black Bear Whitetail Deer Feral Hog Wood Duck Raccoon Opossum Small Game The Little Pee Dee Heritage Preserve River Complex is a series of state-owned tracts (Little Pee Dee River HP, Tilghman HP, Dargan HP, Ward HP, plus the Upper Gunters Island and Huggins tracts) totaling ~9,000 acres along the Little Pee Dee Scenic River. The complex offers limited bear still-hunts (October), archery and primitive-weapon deer hunts, hog hunts, and small game. Designated Class II Waterfowl area. Multiple river-access entrances upstream of US 378. From Mullins, SC, travel southeast on SC 917 ~5 miles, cross the Little Pee Dee River bridge, then turn left at the first entrance road. Maps strongly recommended β€” the complex consists of multiple non-contiguous tracts. WMA permit and SC hunting license required; bear hunts require tagging and reporting. Field Tip Bottomland hardwoods adjacent to the river hold the heaviest deer sign. Bear sightings concentrate near abandoned farm sites and oak ridges in the eastern tracts. Game Zone 4 [Field Guide](/field-guides/little-pee-dee-heritage-preserve/) [PDF](/wp-content/uploads/here-field-guides/little-pee-dee-heritage-preserve-field-guide.pdf) Sand Hills State Forest WMA 46,838 acres STATE FOREST WMA Chesterfield / Darlington Counties β€’ ~1 hour NW of Florence Whitetail Deer Wild Turkey Bobwhite Quail Wild Boar Small Game Sand Hills State Forest spans over 46,000 acres across Chesterfield and Darlington Counties, making it one of the largest contiguous public hunting tracts in the Pee Dee. The longleaf-pine sandhill ecosystem holds federally endangered red-cockaded woodpeckers (protected) and a healthy deer, turkey, and quail population. Archery deer opens September 15; still-gun deer hunts run mid-October through January 1. Multiple access points along US 1 and SC forest roads. Managed cooperatively by the SC Forestry Commission and SCDNR. WMA permit and South Carolina hunting license required; no man-drives permitted. Check seasonal closures for prescribed burn operations. Field Tip The sandhill terrain rewards scouting on foot β€” look for hardwood drains cutting through pine. Quail hunting has improved with longleaf restoration; designated quail-focal areas hold the best coveys. Game Zone 4 [Field Guide](/field-guides/sand-hills-state-forest/) [PDF](/wp-content/uploads/here-field-guides/sand-hills-state-forest-field-guide.pdf) Wee Tee WMA UNK acres STATE WMA Williamsburg and Georgetown Counties β€’ ~1 hour south of Florence Black Bear Whitetail Deer Feral Hog Raccoon Opossum Small Game Wee Tee WMA, formerly known as Wee Tee State Forest, is enrolled entirely in SCDNR's WMA program. The tract spans Williamsburg and Georgetown Counties along the lower Pee Dee River system and offers a regulated bear still-hunt season (October), archery and still-gun deer hunts, and hog hunts. Marked SCDNR entrances. WMA permit and South Carolina hunting license required. Bear hunts require tagging and reporting; sows with cubs and bears under 100 lbs are protected. Hog hunts (still and with-dog) follow SCDNR Reg. 2.16. Field Tip Bear activity tracks oak mast β€” scout white oak ridges in early October. The river-bottom hardwoods hold the heaviest deer sign during the rut. 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Originally developed with NASA-grade materials and tested by MLB pitchers for 30+ years. Waterproof, chemical-resistant, and puncture-proof. Applies in 30 minutes, cures in 24 hours. One kit covers both boots. Available in black, brown, and tan to match your leather. Made in USA Boot Care Lifetime Guarantee β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜† 4.5 / 5 $29.99 Best for: Any hunter tired of replacing boots every season Kenetrek Mountain Extreme 1000 Mountain Hunting Boot Italian-made mountain hunting boot built for heavy loads over rough terrain. 1000g Thinsulate insulation handles SC piedmont cold snaps through January gun season. K-73 outsole grips wet rock and creek crossings. Reinforced toe rand and full-grain leather upper. The go-to boot for serious mountain-zone hunters packing out heavy game. 1000g Insulated Waterproof Mountain β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜† 4.7 / 5 $450 Best for: Mountain hunters, heavy pack-outs, cold weather Crispi Nevada GTX All-Around Hunting Boot Consistently rated the best overall hunting boot year after year. The ankle bone support system (ABSS) prevents rolling on uneven WMA trails. Gore-Tex waterproof lining keeps feet dry through creek crossings and morning dew. Zero break-in time out of the box. Available in uninsulated or 200g insulated for early-to-mid season versatility across Game Zone 2. Gore-Tex ABSS Ankle Support Zero Break-In β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜† 4.8 / 5 $399 - $429 Best for: All-season, all-terrain β€” the one-boot solution Sitka Equinox Turkey Vest Turkey Hunting Vest Purpose-built for spring gobbler season with Optifade Subalpine camouflage pattern. Multiple call pockets keep mouth calls, box calls, and slates organized and accessible. Flip-down padded seat cushion for long sits against hardwoods. Lightweight mesh construction stays cool during April mornings that warm up fast in the SC piedmont. Optifade Camo Call Storage Padded Seat β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜† 4.6 / 5 $249 Best for: Spring turkey hunters who sit and call Danner Sharptail Snake Boot Snake-Proof Hunting Boot Full snake-proof protection from sole to shin β€” essential for spring turkey and early-season dove hunts in Florence when copperheads and timber rattlers are active. 360-degree snake guard with lightweight polyurethane footbed. The CamoHide leather and textile upper is quieter in brush than rubber alternatives. ASTM-rated snake protection. Snake Proof ASTM Rated Lightweight β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜† 4.4 / 5 $210 Best for: Spring turkey, dove fields, and warm-weather hunts Vortex Diamondback HD 10x42 Binoculars Best-in-class optics at a price point that makes sense for deer and turkey hunters. HD optical system with anti-reflective coatings delivers sharp edge-to-edge clarity at dawn and dusk when game is most active. Fully waterproof and fog-proof with argon purging. Rubber armor absorbs impacts from tree stand drops. Backed by Vortex's unconditional VIP lifetime warranty. HD Glass Lifetime Warranty Waterproof β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜† 4.7 / 5 $229 Best for: Deer hunters glassing fields and food plots Outfitter, Guide Service, or Hunting Retailer? Get featured in the Essential Gear section and reach active hunters across the HERE City Network β€” 100+ cities. [Learn About Gear Advertising](/section-sponsorship/?section=hunting&tier=gear) Game Zone 2 Key Dates ## SC Hunting Season Calendar UKN Season calendar not yet seeded for this clone Verified dates must be loaded via the `here_hunting_seasons` WP option, sourced from SCDNR. Until then, see [dnr.sc.gov/regs/hunting](https://www.dnr.sc.gov/regs/hunting.html) for current Game Zone 2 regulations. Game Zone 2 Dates reflect 2026 South Carolina hunting regulations for Game Zone 2. Always verify with the current SCDNR Hunting and Fishing Guide. Regulations are subject to change. Hogs are legal year-round on private land with a hunting license β€” no closed season. Questions and Answers ## Florence Hunting FAQ Common questions about hunting in the Florence area, answered. - When does deer season open in Florence South Carolina? Deer season dates in Game Zone 2 vary by year and land type (private vs WMA). Specific dates for Florence have not been confirmed against current SCDNR regulations for this guide β€” see dnr.sc.gov for the current South Carolina Hunting and Fishing Guide. - Where can I hunt near Florence South Carolina? Public hunting near Florence is listed in the WMA directory above. SCDNR manages all WMAs in South Carolina; a WMA license is required in addition to a basic hunting license. - Do I need a license to hunt in South Carolina? Yes. All hunters in South Carolina need a state hunting license. Deer and turkey require an additional big game permit. Hunting on any Wildlife Management Area (WMA) requires a WMA license. Federal migratory bird hunters age 16 and older need a federal duck stamp for waterfowl. Licenses and permits are available through SCDNR at dnr.sc.gov or at authorized license agents throughout Florence. - Can you hunt on Sundays in South Carolina? Sunday hunting rules in South Carolina vary by land type and local ordinance. Verify with SCDNR and Florence before hunting on Sunday. - What is the deer bag limit in Game Zone 2? Deer bag limits in Game Zone 2 vary by land type (private vs WMA) and by antlered vs antlerless. Limits for Florence have not been confirmed against current SCDNR regulations for this guide β€” see dnr.sc.gov for the current South Carolina Hunting and Fishing Guide. - Are there bear in the Florence area? Bear hunting in South Carolina is regulated by SCDNR. Bear populations and seasons vary by Game Zone. Check the current SCDNR hunting guide for bear zones and tags relevant to Florence. Hunting in the Florence area falls within SC DNR Game Zone 4, which covers much of the Pee Dee region. The Pee Dee Station Site Wildlife Management Area (WMA) is a key public hunting ground accessible to licensed hunters pursuing deer, turkey, waterfowl, and small game in Florence County and surrounding areas. South Carolina DNR seasons and bag limits govern all hunting activity in Game Zone 4. Deer season, turkey season, and small game opportunities each follow published DNR schedules that Florence-area hunters should review each year. Public lands in the Pee Dee offer a mix of pine plantation and bottomland hardwood habitat suited to a variety of species and hunting styles. HERE Florence tracks local hunting reports, SC DNR season updates, and WMA access information relevant to hunters in Florence County and Game Zone 4. Check this page for current conditions and season status before heading to the field.