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Lancaster, SC Fishing Trip — August

Your Lancaster, SC Fishing Trip

August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 83°F / Low 68°F4.7" rain · 13 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in August

5 species
Blue CatfishGood
Blue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
BluegillGood
Bluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Spotted BassFair
Spotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
CrappieFair
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing

August Weather in Lancaster

83°F
Avg High
68°F
Avg Low
4.7"
Rainfall
13
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

5 Guides Near Lancaster

No guides are based in Lancaster, but these guides operate nearby.

Hooked Up On Striper Guide Service - Hooked Up On Striper Guide Service
Hooked Up On Striper Guide Service

Hooked Up On Striper Guide Service

5(74)Top Rated

Hooked Up On Striper Guide Service LLC fishes top freshwater locations in South Carolina. Lear about fishing trips, striped bass fishing, fishing charter, freshwater fishing and more.

Striped Bass
Lexington, South Carolina
Catfish ON! Guide Service - Catfish ON! Guide Service
Catfish ON! Guide Service

Catfish ON! Guide Service

5(72)Top Rated
Rock Hill, South Carolina
Catch 22 Striper Guide Service - Catch 22 Striper Guide Service
Catch 22 Striper Guide Service

Catch 22 Striper Guide Service

5(6)Top Rated
Little Mountain, South Carolina
Rush Fishing Guide Service - Rush Fishing Guide Service
Rush Fishing Guide Service

Rush Fishing Guide Service

5(4)Top Rated

Rush Guide Service loves to take the family fishing. We fish Santee Cooper & Wateree Lakes in Central South Carolina.

freshwater
Camden, South Carolina
Carolina Hook N Reel - Carolina Hook N Reel
Carolina Hook N Reel

Carolina Hook N Reel

Fort Mill, South Carolina

Experience the ultimate in Charleston fishing charters with Carolina Hook N Reel. We provide top-notch service to help you catch the big one! Book today!

inshore
Fort Mill, South Carolina
$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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Largemouth Bass

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Blue Catfish

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Bluegill

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Spotted Bass

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Also Consider Fishing In...

Prosperity3 guides · 59 miLexington2 guides · 28 mi

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

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.

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.

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