Crappie

If you're looking to fill your cooler with crappie, Cayce, South Carolina, offers some fantastic opportunities. The Congaree River and Lake Murray, both easily accessible from Cayce, are prime crappie habitats. Anglers find success around submerged structure like fallen trees, bridge pilings, and brush piles. Spring is undoubtedly the peak season, as crappie move into shallower waters to spawn. However, the fall can also be productive as they fatten up for the winter. A local tip: Lake Murray can get crowded, so consider fishing the early mornings or weekdays for less competition. The crappie here tend to run on the smaller side, but what they lack in size, they make up for in numbers. Tipping your jigs with minnows can significantly increase your hook-up rate. Remember to check the SCDNR website for the latest creel limits and regulations before heading out.