Edgefield, SC Fishing Trip — January

Your Edgefield, SC Fishing Trip

January2 peopleFamily Trip
High 51°F / Low 31°F2.4" rain · 8 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in January

5 species
Striped BassFair
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
Flathead CatfishFair
Flathead Catfish
Various
Hybrid Striped BassFair
Hybrid Striped Bass
Various
CarpFair
Carp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting

January Weather in Edgefield

51°F
Avg High
31°F
Avg Low
2.4"
Rainfall
8
Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

11 Guides Near Edgefield

No guides are based in Edgefield, 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 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.

Buy License Online — South Carolina

Species Regulations

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.

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

Only 2 can be greater than 24 inches.

Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
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