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Relaxed Retreat Weekly Fishing Report: Mar 06 – 13, 2025

Get Ready for a Fun Fishing Week at Santee Cooper!

As we dive into the week, anglers can expect a delightful experience on the Santee Cooper lake system. With temperatures ranging from the mid-40s to the low 70s, and a mix of sunny and cloudy days, conditions seem favorable for fishing. Target species like Largemouth Bass and Crappie are actively feeding and gearing up for spawning in the shallows. Don’t forget the essential lures and techniques to maximize your catch! Water clarity is decent, and with wind conditions remaining moderate, it’s a great time to hit the water!

Weather and Water: What to Expect This Week!

  • Thursday, March 06

    Partly cloudy. High 62, low 45. 10% chance of rain. Winds out of the NE at 5 mph. Water temp 55°F. Water conditions calm with a clarity of 4 feet. Sunrise 6:34 AM, sunset 6:45 PM. Moon stage Waxing Crescent.

  • Friday, March 07

    Mostly sunny. High 66, low 46. 5% chance of rain. Winds out of the E at 7 mph. Water temp 56°F. Water conditions calm with a clarity of 4.5 feet. Sunrise 6:33 AM, sunset 6:46 PM. Moon stage Waxing Crescent.

  • Saturday, March 08

    Sunny. High 70, low 48. 0% chance of rain. Winds out of the SE at 8 mph. Water temp 57°F. Water conditions calm with a clarity of 5 feet. Sunrise 6:32 AM, sunset 6:47 PM. Moon stage Waxing Crescent.

  • Sunday, March 09

    Partly cloudy. High 71, low 49. 15% chance of rain. Winds out of the S at 10 mph. Water temp 58°F. Water conditions slightly choppy with a clarity of 5 feet. Sunrise 6:31 AM, sunset 6:48 PM. Moon stage First Quarter.

  • Monday, March 10

    Cloudy. High 68, low 50. 20% chance of rain. Winds out of the SW at 9 mph. Water temp 59°F. Water conditions choppy with a clarity of 4 feet. Sunrise 6:30 AM, sunset 6:49 PM. Moon stage First Quarter.

  • Tuesday, March 11

    Showers likely. High 65, low 51. 40% chance of rain. Winds out of the W at 8 mph. Water temp 60°F. Water conditions rough with a clarity of 3.5 feet. Sunrise 6:29 AM, sunset 6:50 PM. Moon stage Waxing Gibbous.

  • Wednesday, March 12

    Partly sunny. High 67, low 52. 10% chance of rain. Winds out of the NW at 6 mph. Water temp 61°F. Water conditions calm with a clarity of 4 feet. Sunrise 6:28 AM, sunset 6:51 PM. Moon stage Waxing Gibbous.

  • Thursday, March 13

    Mostly sunny. High 70, low 53. 5% chance of rain. Winds out of the NE at 5 mph. Water temp 62°F. Water conditions calm with a clarity of 4.5 feet. Sunrise 6:27 AM, sunset 6:52 PM. Moon stage Full Moon.

Catch the Best Fish This Week!

  • Largemouth Bass

    Fish for Largemouth Bass this week in 6-10 feet using a crankbait. A steady retrieve with a erratic action should encourage a strike in the shallows.

  • Crappie

    Target Crappie this week in 4-8 feet using a jig. A slow retrieve with a vertical jigging action should attract attention near structure.

  • Bluegill

    Fish for Bluegill this week in 2-6 feet using live worms. A slow drag along the bottom with a subtle twitch should entice bites in the shallows.

  • Catfish

    Target Catfish this week in 10-15 feet using cut bait. A slow retrieve with a bottom bumping action should work well near creek channels.

Prime Time to Reel in the Big Ones!

  • Largemouth Bass

    Due to improving weather and stable water conditions, Largemouth Bass will be feeding actively in the late afternoon. 4 PM to 6 PM will be the optimal time to target this species.

  • Crappie

    With water clarity improving midweek, Crappie will be feeding in the mornings. 7 AM to 9 AM will be the best time to target them.

  • Bluegill

    As the weather warms, Bluegill will be active in the early afternoon. 1 PM to 3 PM is the prime time to fish for them.

  • Catfish

    With stable conditions, Catfish will be feeding heavily at night. 9 PM to 11 PM will be the ideal time to catch them.

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