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Relaxed Retreat Weekly Fishing Report: Apr 05 – 12, 2026

Catch the Latest Fishing Buzz!

Welcome to another exciting week of fishing on the Santee Cooper Lake System! With a mix of warm sunny days and occasional thunderstorms, anglers can expect variable fishing conditions. The week begins with some wet weather, transitioning to clearer and warmer days, perfect for targeting species like largemouth bass and channel catfish. The water will range from choppy to calm, offering various fishing experiences! Make sure to pack your tackle for this week’s fishing adventures!

Weather and Water Conditions: A Weekly Outlook

Sunday, April 05:

Daytime: A slight chance of rain showers between 10am and 11am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 11am and 2pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 2pm and 3pm, then showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 82. Southwest wind 6 to 10 mph.
Night: Showers and thunderstorms likely before 7pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 7pm and 2am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 52. Northwest wind 3 to 8 mph.
On the Water: Water temp rising. Water conditions choppy with clarity decreasing. Sunrise 6:28 AM, sunset 7:44 PM.

Monday, April 06:

Daytime: Partly sunny, with a high near 68. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 48. Northeast wind around 3 mph.
On the Water: Water temp steady. Conditions somewhat rough with moderate clarity. Sunrise 6:27 AM, sunset 7:45 PM.

Tuesday, April 07:

Daytime: Partly sunny, with a high near 73. Northeast wind 2 to 9 mph.
Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 46.
On the Water: Water temp rising. Conditions calming with improved clarity. Sunrise 6:26 AM, sunset 7:46 PM.

Wednesday, April 08:

Daytime: Partly sunny, with a high near 68.
Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 48.
On the Water: Water temp steady. Conditions stable with good clarity. Sunrise 6:25 AM, sunset 7:47 PM.

Thursday, April 09:

Daytime: A slight chance of rain showers after 2pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 72.
Night: A slight chance of rain showers before 8pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 51.
On the Water: Water temp rising. Conditions getting slightly rough with clarity dropping. Sunrise 6:24 AM, sunset 7:48 PM.

Friday, April 10:

Daytime: Mostly sunny, with a high near 78.
Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 53.
On the Water: Water temp rising. Conditions calm with improved clarity. Sunrise 6:23 AM, sunset 7:49 PM.

Saturday, April 11:

Daytime: Sunny, with a high near 82.
Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 55.
On the Water: Water temp rising. Conditions calm with excellent clarity. Sunrise 6:22 AM, sunset 7:50 PM.

Best Species to Target: Get Hooked!

Largemouth Bass

Fish for Largemouth Bass this week in 5-12 feet of water over a rocky bottom using a spinnerbait or worm. A slow retrieve with erratic action should encourage a strike at mid-depth.

Channel Catfish

Target Channel Catfish in 10-20 feet of water over a muddy bottom using cut bait or stink bait. A slow retrieve with a subtle action will entice a bite near the bottom.

Bluegill

Find Bluegill in shallow waters (2-5 feet) over a weedy base using small jigs or live worms. A quick, steady retrieve with a bouncing action should draw them in.

Best Times to be on the Water: Timing is Everything!

Largemouth Bass

Due to improving weather and clearing water, Largemouth Bass will be actively feeding during the early afternoon. 12 PM – 2 PM will be optimal for targeting this species.

Channel Catfish

With water temperatures rising, Channel Catfish will mainly be sheltering on the bottom. Late evening, from 6 PM to dark, will be the best time to target them.

Bluegill

In warmer conditions, Bluegill will be actively feeding in the shallows in the morning. Early morning, around 7 AM – 9 AM, will be the best time to catch them.

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