Fishing near Charleston, SC
Charleston Harbor.
Nearest public waters
Straight-line distance from Charleston. Tap a water for its spot profile.
| Water | State | Distance | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston Harbor | SC | 2 mi | bay |
| Santee Cooper Lakes Catfish and bass. | SC | 57 mi | lake |
| Lake Murray Striped bass. | SC | 112 mi | lake |
| Lake Norman Largemouth and striped bass. | NC | 203 mi | lake |
| Lake Lanier Spotted and largemouth bass. | GA | 254 mi | lake |
| Chattahoochee River Trout below Buford Dam. | GA | 268 mi | river |
| Fontana Lake Smallmouth. | NC | 282 mi | lake |
| Lake Allatoona | GA | 290 mi | lake |
SC license & regulations
South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR)
- Resident annual: verify locally
- Non-resident annual: verify locally
- Source: verify locally — see South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) current license fees and regulations.
Species nearby
Red DrumSpeckled TroutCatfishLargemouth BassStriped BassSpotted BassCrappieRainbow TroutBrown TroutSmallmouth BassWalleye
Distances are straight-line estimates from the city center for planning only. Confirm public access, boat launches, and local rules with the managing agency before you travel.