Salem, SC Fishing Trip — January
Your Salem, SC Fishing Trip
January2 peopleFamily Trip
High 48°F / Low 30°F2.4" rain · 6 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
What’s Biting in January
GoodBlue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
FairCarp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
FairLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
FairChannel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
January Weather in Salem
48°F
Avg High
30°F
Avg Low
2.4"
Rainfall
6
Rainy Days
Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
1 in Salem + 4 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
South Carolina Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$10
Non-Resident$35
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Freshwater and saltwater licenses sold separately.
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.
Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
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.
Channel Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
No limit on private ponds less than 100 acres.