Fishing Hotspots
May is time for trout at Lake Jocassee
In May, Lake Jocassee becomes a focal point for trout anglers seeking both consistency and trophy potential. It is usually one of the most productive periods of the year. […]
Fishing
Features
Thump up the stripers
The striper bite is still going strong this month on the Santee Cooper lakes, and anglers can catch them with multiple methods. […]
Bass
Santee Cooper gives up 113 pounds, 12 ounces to Bassmaster Elite winner
Chris Johnston won the Yokohama Tire Bassmaster Elite at Santee Cooper Lakes by catching a 4-day total of 113 pounds, 12 ounces. […]
Features
May is kickoff time for Cape Lookout Spanish Mackerel
Mention Spanish mackerel to Ralph Mason, and his eyes light up. The month of May is his time of year for these fish. […]
Cobia
Sightfishing for cobia out of Wanchese with RipTide Charters
When May arrives in the Wanchese area, so do the cobia, said Capt. Randy Thornton of RipTide Charters (252-331-3248). […]
Freshwater
11lb Brown Trout on Lake Jocassee
26.5 inch 11lb Brown Trout on Lake Jocassee
Bream
It’s shellcracker season!
The arrival of May signals one of the most anticipated panfish opportunities of the year: the shellcracker bite. […]
Freshwater Fishing
SC officials provide update on Lake Greenwood fish kill
State and local authorities are working together to investigate a recent fish kill in an area of Lake Greenwood in Greenwood County, SC. […]
Catfish
Blue catfish
Chase heard the bell on the rod going off and jumped into action to fight it all the way in! […]
Catfish
Cold water Blue cats on Lake Marion
Danikka Wolfe started 2026 off right, catching a big blue catfish at Lake Wateree during a cold-weather fishing trip. […]