Ebbs Lake Fishing in Aiken County, South Carolina

• Overview

  In South Carolina, Ebbs Lake falls inside Aiken County. What surrounds it is pine and hardwood. At roughly 17 acres, the whole thing is within casting reach of a single walk. Jackson at 6.9 miles is the nearest place to stop. Columbia sits 65 miles out, and it is the nearest city worth the name. Two sets of local rules meet not far from this water.

• Where to Fish on Ebbs Lake

  Our records hold no depth for this water. Look for where the old bank line still shows under the surface. Points where the flooded channel swings in are the reliable ones. Fish reported in the area, according to open records, include notchlip redhorse, blackbanded darter, bluegill and largemouth bass. Records show what people reported, so treat the list as a guide to what lives in the area. On Ebbs Lake the first feature you find is usually worth a session.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Temperature averages peak at 81°F in July and bottom out at 45°F in January. Heat sets the pattern from late spring onward. Shade and hour of day matter more than month. April and May are the settled weeks, with October close behind. Time your trip to Ebbs Lake by conditions rather than dates.

• Tackle & Baits

  The paperwork position is blank for this one. The closest car park is half a mile away, so pack accordingly. Largemouth respond to soft plastics tight to cover; go weedless where the growth is heavy. Look for a notice board at the entrance. Rules for boats are stricter than rules for the bank in many places. Failing this one, try Kimberly Clark Waste Water Basin, 2.3 miles away. For Ebbs Lake, the notice at the access point is the final word.