I 95 Rest Area Lagoon in Florence County: How and When to Fish It

• Overview

  Set in Florence County, I 95 Rest Area Lagoon is a South Carolina water. It lies 49 feet above sea level. Surface area runs to about 8 acres — small enough to read in one session. Supplies mean a trip to Florence, 7.5 miles off. The nearest city of size is Fayetteville, 70 miles away. A county boundary sits nearby, which can matter for local access rules.

• Where to Fish on I 95 Rest Area Lagoon

  Depth here is unknown, so count the lead down before committing. The arms fish better than the open middle whenever the water is up. Look for where the old bank line still shows under the surface. Public wildlife records from this area list channel catfish, dollar sunfish and flathead catfish. Presence in the area does not guarantee a fish on the day. On this water the obvious spot is not always the productive one.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Expect July to average close to 80°F, with January the cold end at about 44°F. The season runs year-round, with the peak either side of summer. The cooler months are the comfortable ones to be out. April and May are the settled weeks, with October close behind. It holds true on this water more years than not.

• Tackle & Baits

  The rules here are undocumented as far as public sources go. Parking is not close: half a mile from the bank, and no nearer option is mapped. Mapping records toilets within half a mile. Catfish want bait on the bottom: cut bait or worms, a simple running rig, and patience after dark. Check locally before you travel, because a wasted drive is a long one. Some water is controlled locally without a sign saying so. Lanford Pond sits 0.4 miles off and takes the overflow. Ask locally about this water if anything is unclear.