Fort Mill, SC Fishing Trip — October
Your Fort Mill, SC Fishing Trip
October2 peopleFamily Trip
High 71°F / Low 53°F2.4" rain · 7 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in October
8 species
GoodStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
GoodCatfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
GoodLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
GoodBluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
GoodCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
GoodCarp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
FairWhite Bass
Various
FairHybrid Striped Bass
Various
October Weather in Fort Mill
71°F
Avg High
53°F
Avg Low
2.4"
Rainfall
7
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
1 in Fort Mill + 13 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.
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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
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.
Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Certain lakes and rivers may have specific regulations regarding the use of jugs or trotlines; consult the SC Department of Natural Resources 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.
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.