Guilliard Lake fishing
Guilliard Lake
Apart from fishing, Guilliard Lake offers visitors plenty of activities to enjoy. Hiking, camping, and picnicking are all popular activities in the area. The lake is also close to the Santee State Park, which is a great place to explore nature and take in the beautiful scenery.
Fishing tips for Guilliard Lake include using live bait such as worms or minnows when targeting largemouth bass or crappie. Topwater lures can also be effective during the early morning and late afternoon hours. When targeting catfish, using stink bait or chicken liver can be very productive.
The best time of year to visit Guilliard Lake is during the spring and fall months when the weather is mild and the fish are most active. The average temperature during the spring (March to May) is around 70°F, while the average temperature during the fall (September to November) is around 75°F.
Overall, Guilliard Lake is a fantastic fishing destination with plenty of fish species to target. Visitors can also enjoy a variety of other activities in the area, making it a great place for a family vacation or a weekend getaway.
What's biting at Guilliard Lake
Species commonly reported here -- tap any card for techniques, target seasons, and other waters where it's been caught.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Guilliard Lake -- updated continuously from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Santee River Nr Jamestown | 2,070 cfs | → |
| Turkey Creek Near Maryville | 0 cfs | → |
| Lake Moultrie Tailrace Canal At Moncks Corner | 1,010 cfs | → |
| Back River At Dupont Intake Nr Kittredge | 3,150 cfs | → |
| Black River At Kingstree | 52 cfs | → |
| Santee River Near Pineville | 620 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest campgrounds, parks, boat launches, and reservoirs so a fishing run can grow into a weekend.
Campgrounds
- Guilliard Lake
- Honey Hill Recreation Area
- Honey Hill
- Elmwood
- Elmwood Recreation Area
- Halfway Creek Trail Camp
Parks
- Wilderness Hell Hole Bay
- Wilderness Wambaw Swamp
- Wilderness Wambaw Creek
- Francis Marion National Forest Huger Recreation Area
- Wilderness Little Wambaw Swamp
- National Wildlife Refuge Francis Marion
Reservoirs
- Andrews Sewer Pond Dam
- Ackerman Pond Dam
- Billy Cox Upper Dam
- Billy Cox Lower Pond Dam
- Little Hell Hole Dam
- Lucille Shepard Dam
Angling safety & ethics
- Know the regulations
- Check local fishing rules, seasons, size limits, and license requirements to ensure legal and sustainable angling.
- Handle fish responsibly
- Use wet hands, minimize air exposure, and release fish gently to improve survival rates when practicing catch-and-release.
- Choose the right gear
- Match your rod, line, and tackle to the species and conditions to increase success and reduce unnecessary harm to fish.
- Respect the waterway
- Avoid disturbing habitat, prevent bank erosion, and keep a safe distance from spawning areas to protect ecosystems.
- Keep it clean
- Pack out all line, hooks, bait containers, and trash. Discarded gear can injure wildlife and degrade waterways.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Guilliard Lake as a favorite, set a custom threshold (water temperature, streamflow, snowpack), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Guilliard Lake
What fish species are found at Guilliard Lake?
Snoflo tracks the species commonly reported at Guilliard Lake -- see the Fish Species panel above for the live list with images and links to per-species pages.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data comes live from USGS streamgauges, also refreshed continuously.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this area, set a threshold (water temperature, streamflow, snowpack), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Do I need a fishing license?
Yes. Check your state agency's regulations for license requirements, seasons, size limits, and any waterbody-specific rules before fishing Guilliard Lake.
How do I get to Guilliard Lake?
Tap Open in map in the hero above to center the Snoflo interactive map on this area, or grab the coordinates from the location facts panel.
Other angling spots near here
Snoflo-tracked fishing areas within driving distance of Guilliard Lake.