Abbeville, SC Fishing Trip — October

Your Abbeville, SC Fishing Trip

October2 peopleFamily Trip
High 71°F / Low 54°F1.5" rain · 8 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in October

Channel CatfishExcellent
Channel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
Striped BassGood
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Hybrid Striped BassFair
Hybrid Striped Bass
Various

October Weather in Abbeville

71°F
Avg High
54°F
Avg Low
1.5"
Rainfall
8
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

1 in Abbeville + 8 Nearby

$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

What to Bring

Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:

Essentials

  • Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
  • Polarized sunglasses
  • Hat or visor
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Non-marking shoes or deck shoes

Food & Personal

  • Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
  • Snacks or lunch
  • Cooler for your catch
  • Motion sickness medication (if needed)
  • Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
  • Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)

For freshwater Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear

South Carolina Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$10
Non-Resident$35
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Freshwater and saltwater licenses sold separately.

Buy License Online — South Carolina

Species Regulations

Channel Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

No limit on private ponds less than 100 acres.

Striped Bass
Season:Year-round, but closed in certain areas during spawning season.
Bag Limit:2 per person per day
Size Limit:26-inch to 31-inch slot limit. No more than one fish greater than 31 inches may be retained.

Certain areas, like the Savannah River, have different regulations. Check specific water body regulations.

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:14-inch minimum

Some lakes may have different regulations; check specific lake regulations.

Hybrid Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Only 2 can be greater than 24 inches.

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