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Relaxed Retreat Weekly Fishing Report: Oct 05 – 12, 2025

Catch the Fun: This Week’s Fishing Forecast

As we dive into the week of October 5th to 12th, anglers can expect a delightful mix of weather and water conditions on the Santee Cooper lake system! With mostly sunny days and comfortable temperatures peaking around 85°F, it’s a fantastic time to hit the water. The fish are active, especially with the moon phase providing a boost to their feeding behavior. Whether you’re targeting bass or crappie, there’s plenty of action to be had. Just remember to check the changing weather conditions to optimize your fishing experience!

Weather Wonders: Your Daily Fishing Forecast

Sunday, October 05:

Daytime: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 83. East wind 6 to 9 mph.
Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 65. East wind 5 to 9 mph.
On the Water: Water temp 75°F. Water conditions choppy with a clarity of 3 feet. Sunrise 7:15 AM, sunset 6:45 PM.

Monday, October 06:

Daytime: Partly sunny, with a high near 84. Northeast wind around 8 mph.
Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 64. East wind 2 to 7 mph.
On the Water: Water temp 76°F. Water conditions calming with a clarity of 4 feet. Sunrise 7:15 AM, sunset 6:44 PM.

Tuesday, October 07:

Daytime: Mostly sunny, with a high near 84. East wind around 6 mph.
Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 64.
On the Water: Water temp 76°F. Water conditions calm with a clarity of 4 feet. Sunrise 7:15 AM, sunset 6:43 PM.

Wednesday, October 08:

Daytime: A slight chance of rain showers after 2pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 85.
Night: A slight chance of rain showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 63.
On the Water: Water temp 77°F. Water conditions slightly choppy with a clarity of 3.5 feet. Sunrise 7:15 AM, sunset 6:42 PM.

Thursday, October 09:

Daytime: A slight chance of rain showers before 8am, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 73.
Night: A slight chance of rain showers before 8pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 59.
On the Water: Water temp 75°F. Water conditions rough with a clarity of 3 feet. Sunrise 7:15 AM, sunset 6:41 PM.

Friday, October 10:

Daytime: Partly sunny, with a high near 73.
Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 58.
On the Water: Water temp 74°F. Water conditions calming with a clarity of 3.5 feet. Sunrise 7:15 AM, sunset 6:40 PM.

Saturday, October 11:

Daytime: Mostly sunny, with a high near 77.
Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 57.
On the Water: Water temp 75°F. Water conditions calm with a clarity of 4 feet. Sunrise 7:15 AM, sunset 6:39 PM.

Top Fish to Hook This Week

Largemouth Bass

Fish for Largemouth Bass this week in 5-10 feet of water over a rocky bottom using a spinnerbait. A slow retrieve with erratic action should encourage a strike at 5-10 feet.

Black Crappie

Target Black Crappie this week in 8-12 feet of water over submerged structure using minnows or jigs. A steady retrieve with a twitching action will work best at 8-12 feet.

Blue Catfish

Fish for Blue Catfish this week in deeper water (15-25 feet) over a muddy bottom using cut bait. A slow drift with a tight line will encourage strikes at 15-25 feet.

Optimal Fishing Times This Week

Largemouth Bass

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

Black Crappie

With the moon phase favoring feeding, Black Crappie will be active in the early morning. 7 AM to 9 AM will be the optimal time to catch them.

Blue Catfish

Given the cooler temperatures and stable water, Blue Catfish will be feeding during the evening. 6 PM to 8 PM will be the best time to target this species.

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