Central Pacolet, SC Fishing Trip — August

Your Central Pacolet, SC Fishing Trip

August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 82°F / Low 67°F6.7" rain · 21 rainy daysWarm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.

What’s Biting in August

5 species
Hybrid Striped BassGood
Hybrid Striped Bass
Various
Blue CatfishGood
Blue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
White BassGood
White Bass
Various
Spotted BassFair
Spotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting

August Weather in Central Pacolet

82°F
Avg High
67°F
Avg Low
6.7"
Rainfall
21
Rainy Days

Warm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.

6 Guides Near Central Pacolet

No guides are based in Central Pacolet, 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 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 inshore Fishing

  • Light rain jacket

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

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

Only 2 can be greater than 24 inches.

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.

White Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Spotted Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
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