Best fishing in South Carolina
25 fishing spots · 25 ranked · updated 2026-08-10 · off-season
Explore the best fishing in South Carolina — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 15 of 25 fishing spots · best 15 shown on the map
G⛰
#1
Guilliard Lake
Good
· Nearby flows above normal· Mostly Clear · 73°F
Guilliard Lake is a prime fishing destination in South Carolina, USA. The lake is home to a variety of fish species including largemouth bass, bluegill, redear sunfish, black…
Why 100: species variety
100Elite
S⛰
#2
Sedalia Lake
Fair
· Water 47°F · too cold, fish lethargic· Clear · 72°F
Sedalia Lake is a popular fishing destination located in South Carolina, USA. The lake is home to a variety of fish species, including largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill, and…
Why 75: species variety
75Top-rated
B⛰
#3
Bluebird Pond
Good
· Water 86°F · a bit warm· Low water · fish concentrated· Partly Cloudy · 74°F
Bluebird Pond is a popular fishing destination located in South Carolina, USA. The pond is known for its abundant population of largemouth bass, which can be caught throughout the…
Why 63: species variety
63Solid
C⛰
#4
Co-op Pond
Fair
· Water 86°F · a bit warm· Rising fast · likely muddy· Blown out · high & rising
Co-op Pond is a popular fishing spot located in South Carolina, USA. The pond is teeming with a variety of fish species including largemouth bass, bluegill, catfish, and crappie…
Why 63: species variety
63Solid
J⛰
#5
J. Strom Thurmond Reservoir
Good
· Nearby flows above normal· Clear · 74°F
The J Strom Thurmond Reservoir in South Carolina offers a variety of fish species including largemouth bass, crappie, catfish, and striped bass. Nearby activities include camping…
Why 63: species variety
63Solid
J⛰
#6
Jackie Pond
Good
· Nearby flows above normal· Mostly Clear · 73°F
Jackie Pond is a beautiful fishing lake located in South Carolina, USA. The pond is home to several species of fish, including largemouth bass, bream, and catfish. The pond is…
Why 63: species variety
63Solid
L⛰
#7
Lick Fork Lake
Good
· Nearby flows above normal· Clear · 74°F
Lick Fork Lake is a popular fishing destination located in McCormick County, South Carolina. The lake has an abundance of fish species including largemouth bass, crappie…
Why 63: species variety
63Solid
L⛰
#8
Lower Nebo Pond
Good
· Water 86°F · a bit warm· Low water · fish concentrated· Partly Cloudy · 74°F
Lower Nebo Pond is a popular fishing spot in South Carolina, USA. The pond covers an area of 15 acres and has an average depth of 6 feet. It is located near the town of Marion and…
Why 63: species variety
63Solid
M⛰
#9
Macedonia Lake
Fair
· Water 47°F · too cold, fish lethargic· Clear · 72°F
Macedonia Lake in South Carolina is a popular fishing destination for anglers who are looking to catch a variety of fish species. The lake is located near the town of Abbeville…
Why 63: species variety
63Solid
M⛰
#10
Middle Nebo Pond
Good
· Water 86°F · a bit warm· Low water · fish concentrated· Partly Cloudy · 74°F
Middle Nebo Pond is a popular fishing area located in South Carolina, USA. The pond is home to a variety of fish species, including largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, and…
Why 63: species variety
63Solid
N⛰
#11
New Hope Pond
Fair
· Water 86°F · a bit warm· Rising fast · likely muddy· Blown out · high & rising
New Hope Pond is a fantastic fishing area located in South Carolina, USA. This beautiful pond is home to some of the most sought-after fish species in the region, including…
Why 63: species variety
63Solid
O⛰
#12
Old Georgetown Road Pond
Good
· Water 86°F · a bit warm· Low water · fish concentrated· Partly Cloudy · 74°F
Old Georgetown Road Pond is a popular fishing spot located in South Carolina, USA. The pond is home to various fish species, including largemouth bass, bluegill, catfish, and…
Why 63: species variety
63Solid
P⛰
#13
Parsons Mountain Lake
Fair
· Rising fast · likely muddy· Blown out · high & rising· Clear · 72°F
Parsons Mountain Lake is a popular fishing destination located in south-carolina, USA. The lake is a great spot for both novice and experienced anglers looking to catch a variety…
Why 63: species variety
63Solid
Fishing in South Carolina
South Carolina has 26 fishing spots on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best fishing in South Carolina
How are these fishing spots ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.
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