Columbia, SC Fishing Trip — July
Your Columbia, SC Fishing Trip
July2 peopleFamily Trip
High 92°F / Low 75°F4" rain · 17 rainy daysHot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.
What’s Biting in July
GoodLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
GoodHybrid Striped Bass
Various
GoodBluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
FairSpotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
July Weather in Columbia
92°F
Avg High
75°F
Avg Low
4"
Rainfall
17
Rainy Days
Hot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.
9 Guides Near Columbia
No guides are based in Columbia, 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 / inshore Fishing
- Bug spray
- Rain gear
- 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.
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.
Hybrid Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Only 2 can be greater than 24 inches.
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.
Spotted Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit