Lake Wateree, South Carolina Fishing

Location and Fishing Information: Lake Wateree was formed in 1919 with the damming of the Wateree River. It lies in Lancaster, Kershaw and Fairfield Counties. There is a maximum depth of 65 feet and an average depth of approximately 24 feet. There are multiple points of access on this body of water.

Popular fish species in Lake Wateree

There are numerous different species of fish to find on this body of water. So, what type of fish are in this lake? You can find White Crappie, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Largemouth Bass, Striped Bass, Chain Pickerel, White Bass and Channel Catfish on these waters.

Gamefish: No more than 40 fish to be kept in one day.

Blue Catfish: No more than one 36 inch Blue can be taken from Lake Marion or Moultrie in the same day.

Striped Bass: No more than 10 fish in one day.

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Marinas on this lake

Marina Name: Wateree Marina

Address: Lake Wateree, South Carolina, Camden, SC 29020

Phone: (803) 475-1224

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