Clinton, SC Fishing Trip — May

Your Clinton, SC Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 78°F / Low 61°F6.3" rain · 17 rainy daysWarm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.

What’s Biting in May

BluegillExcellent
Bluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Channel CatfishExcellent
Channel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing

May Weather in Clinton

78°F
Avg High
61°F
Avg Low
6.3"
Rainfall
17
Rainy Days

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

11 Guides Near Clinton

No guides are based in Clinton, 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

Bluegill
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:30 per person per day
Size Limit:No size limit

No limit on private ponds less than 100 acres.

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.

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

No limit on private ponds less than 100 acres.

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