Fishing Hammett Lake in Cherokee County, South Carolina

• Overview

  The Cherokee County entry here is Hammett Lake, in South Carolina. It lies 597 feet above sea level. Around 26 acres of surface means several distinct areas to work. The closest town, Cowpens, is 5.3 miles distant. Pacolet lies 5.8 miles off, Gaffney another 7.8 miles. Local rules may differ a few miles either side of here. It suits a short session as much as a full day.

• Where to Fish on Hammett Lake

  No depth figure appears in our records, so the bank has to tell you. The old creek line under the surface is the feature worth finding. Points where the flooded channel swings in are the reliable ones. Reported across Cherokee County: striped jumprock, flat bullhead, redbreast sunfish and seagreen darter. Read it as a county summary, not a water-by-water list. On Hammett Lake the obvious spot is not always the productive one.

• Seasonal Patterns

  July runs about 78°F on average, January about 40°F. Winter here means light layers, not lost months. Spring and autumn carry the fishing; summer squeezes it into the edges of the day. June to September is hot work, so the first and last hours are what count. Keep it in mind when planning a trip to Hammett Lake.

• Tackle & Baits

  No public source sets out the position on this bank. The map shows no ramp or car park nearby, so this is a walk-in water. Catfish want bait on the bottom: cut bait or worms, a simple running rig, and patience after dark. Local rules can differ across the county line, so check where you stand. Access can change hands, so last year's answer may not hold. Should this one be busy, Thicketty Creek Watershed 25 Reservoir is 2.4 miles off. Check the position on Hammett Lake before loading the car.