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Lake Greenwood

Boat Ramps
6
Access Points
9
Species
28

Lake Greenwood is an 11,400-acre reservoir located in west-central South Carolina, offering anglers a diverse and thriving fishery. Created in the early 1940s by damming the Saluda River, this fertile body of water provides excellent fishing opportunities with its numerous coves, points, and underwater structures. The lake features 212 miles of shoreline and extends through portions of Greenwood, Laurens, and Newberry counties. Known for its outstanding populations of largemouth bass, crappie, catfish, and striped bass, Lake Greenwood has become a popular destination for both recreational and tournament anglers. The lake's abundant forage base, including shad and various baitfish, contributes to healthy growth rates among game fish populations.

Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Lake Greenwood. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.

Lake Greenwood State Park Pier Access

Lake Greenwood State Park Pier Access

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River Fork Road Public Fishing Pierk Access

River Fork Road Public Fishing Pierk Access

Access Point
Lake Greenwood State Park Bank Access

Lake Greenwood State Park Bank Access

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Know where you can legally fish on Lake Greenwood

See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.

South Carolina licenses and regulations

South Carolina Boating Regulations

When using any type of watercraft to access a body of water, it is important to follow all federal, state, and local rules and regulations. These rules and regulations include boat permitting and licensing, invasive species inspections and stamps, life jacket and PFD rules, motor size and horsepower restrictions, noise limitations, restrictions on personal watercraft, and many more. Visit the web link below for the most current rules and regulations for this body of water.

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South Carolina Fishing License

Children under the age of 16 are not required to purchase a hunting or fishing license unless they are engaged in commercial activity or using any non-game fish devices (traps, trotlines, gill nets, hoop nets, set hooks, jugs.)

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South Carolina Fishing Regulations

This river has a variety of species and regulations, including potential floating and/or watercraft restrictions. Because this river is specially managed for species, seasons, angling methods, and watercraft, it is strongly encouraged you check all federal, state, and local regulations before fishing. Visit any of the links below, inquire locally, or contact a local fly shop to learn current regulations and restrictions.

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South Carolina Stream Access Laws

In South Carolina, if a waterway can be floated and used as a public highway, it is navigable and open to recreational use up to the high water mark.

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Take Lake Greenwood with you

The onWater Fish app keeps this water's access points, species and conditions in your pocket, with the tools you use once you're there.

  • Use the map without signal

    Download the map around Lake Greenwood to use it offline when coverage drops.

  • Log your catches here

    Keep a private fishing journal for Lake Greenwood to find where and when fish are biting for you.

  • HD depth charts from Garmin

    Find drop offs, ledges, channels, points and shallow flats with Garmin depth charts in the app.

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