Williston, SC Fishing Trip — October

Your Williston, SC Fishing Trip

October2 peopleFamily Trip
High 72°F / Low 55°F2.2" rain · 10 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in October

5 species
Channel CatfishExcellent
Channel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
CrappieGood
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
CarpGood
Carp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
Flathead CatfishFair
Flathead Catfish
Various

October Weather in Williston

72°F
Avg High
55°F
Avg Low
2.2"
Rainfall
10
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

7 Guides Near Williston

No guides are based in Williston, 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

Channel Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
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.

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.

Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
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