Crappie

Hodges, South Carolina offers some fantastic crappie fishing opportunities, particularly in the numerous private ponds and smaller lakes dotting the landscape. While public access may be limited, securing permission to fish private waters can unlock a crappie goldmine. The Saluda River also holds crappie, especially in the backwater areas and near submerged structure. Spring is undoubtedly the best time to target crappie, as they move shallow to spawn. Focus your efforts around brush piles, docks, and fallen trees in 5-10 feet of water. A local tip: try using small minnows or jigs tipped with crappie nibbles under a slip bobber. The crappie in this region are known for their good size, and a stringer full of slabs is definitely within reach if you put in the time and effort.