Ware Shoals, SC Fishing Trip — July

Your Ware Shoals, SC Fishing Trip

July2 peopleFamily Trip
High 93°F / Low 74°F2.7" rain · 12 rainy daysHot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.

What’s Biting in July

White BassGood
White Bass
Various
Striped BassGood
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Spotted BassFair
Spotted Bass
Casting · Jigging

July Weather in Ware Shoals

93°F
Avg High
74°F
Avg Low
2.7"
Rainfall
12
Rainy Days

Hot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.

11 Guides Near Ware Shoals

No guides are based in Ware Shoals, 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 freshwater Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear

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

White Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
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.

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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