Salley, SC Fishing Trip — May

Your Salley, SC Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 83°F / Low 64°F7.3" rain · 15 rainy daysWarm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.

What’s Biting in May

CarpExcellent
Carp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
CrappieExcellent
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing

May Weather in Salley

83°F
Avg High
64°F
Avg Low
7.3"
Rainfall
15
Rainy Days

Warm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.

9 Guides Near Salley

No guides are based in Salley, 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 inshore / freshwater 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

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.

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.

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