Greenwood Reservoir Fishing in Greenwood County, South Carolina

• Overview

  The Greenwood County end of South Carolina holds Greenwood Reservoir. Land around it is oak and grass. The water covers some 50 acres, so pick a bank rather than trying to cover it all. The town to know is Greenwood, 5 miles out. The big place round here is Columbia, 65 miles distant. It sits near the edge of the county, so check which rules apply.

• Where to Fish on Greenwood Reservoir

  Depth is unknown to us, and the shoreline is the better guide. Inflow corners move water, and moving water gathers fish. Points where the flooded channel swings in are the reliable ones. Open occurrence data for the surrounding area lists striped bass, green sunfish and pumpkinseed. The records cover the area rather than this water alone. Anyone new to Greenwood Reservoir should walk it once before setting up.

• Seasonal Patterns

  The seasonal spread runs 42°F to 80°F. Fish stay active all year, but they move with the heat. March through May is the strongest run, with autumn a second stretch. April and May are the settled weeks, with October close behind. Keep it in mind when planning a trip to Greenwood Reservoir.

• Tackle & Baits

  Public data does not answer the access question here. Parking is not close: half a mile from the bank, and no nearer option is mapped. For the bass here, soft plastics worked slow along cover and a spinnerbait for searching do most of the work. Sort the permit out before you load the car. Signs go up and come down, so check on the day. Failing this one, try Doctor Scurrys Pond, 4.9 miles away. Signs at Greenwood Reservoir carry more weight than any list.