Burnettown, SC Fishing Trip — May
Your Burnettown, SC Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 81°F / Low 63°F5.5" rain · 14 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in May
ExcellentLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
ExcellentBlue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
ExcellentStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
May Weather in Burnettown
81°F
Avg High
63°F
Avg Low
5.5"
Rainfall
14
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
5 Guides Near Burnettown
No guides are based in Burnettown, but these guides operate 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's Biting By Month
Peak
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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.
Species 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.
Blue Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Anglers are encouraged to harvest as many blue catfish as possible to help control the population.
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.