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New Ellenton, SC Fishing Trip — May

Your New Ellenton, SC Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 81°F / Low 63°F5.7" rain · 14 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in May

CrappieExcellent
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
BluegillExcellent
Bluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Flathead CatfishExcellent
Flathead Catfish
Various

May Weather in New Ellenton

81°F
Avg High
63°F
Avg Low
5.7"
Rainfall
14
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

5 Guides Near New Ellenton

No guides are based in New Ellenton, but these guides operate nearby.

Taylor Outdoors - Taylor Outdoors
Taylor Outdoors

Taylor Outdoors

5(71)Top Rated
Prosperity, South Carolina
Saluda John Fishing Guide - Saluda John Fishing Guide
Saluda John Fishing Guide

Saluda John Fishing Guide

5(36)Top Rated

Professional fishing charter service in Leesville, South Carolina. Contact us to book your next fishing adventure!

Leesville, South Carolina
Mason's Guide Service - Mason's Guide Service
Mason's Guide Service

Mason's Guide Service

5(28)Top Rated
Modoc, South Carolina
Crockett Rocket Striper Fishing - Crockett Rocket Striper Fishing
Crockett Rocket Striper Fishing

Crockett Rocket Striper Fishing

5(1)Top Rated

Lake Thurmond Fishing at it's Best with Professional Guide Dave Willard

freshwater
Clarks Hill, South Carolina
Bottom Time Charters - Bottom Time Charters
Bottom Time Charters

Bottom Time Charters

Lexington, South Carolina

inshore
Lexington, 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

Crappie

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

Largemouth Bass

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

Flathead Catfish

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

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Prosperity3 guides · 51 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

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

No limit on private ponds less than 100 acres.

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.

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