Fishing in Jasper County, South Carolina
County seat: Ridgeland. Population 28,791 (2020). SCDNR Region 4.
- 3bank and pier sites
- 10landings
- 7river pages
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A Palmetto State angler's view of Jasper County
Census workers counted 28,791 residents across Jasper County in 2020, with county offices in Ridgeland. SCDNR numbers the majority of these access sites SCDNR Region 4.
SCDNR maps 10 landings and paddle launches and 3 piers and bank sites inside the county. River anglers can open Savannah River, Broad River and New River. Cold-water anglers look to Savannah River. Saltwater anglers find 3 saltwater piers tied to the county.
U.S. Census Bureau, 2020 Census counts (TIGERweb) and the 2023 Gazetteer, read November 9, 2026. SCDNR South Carolina Public Water Access layer (ArcGIS service, the data behind the SCDNR fishing access map), read November 9, 2026.
Pinning every SCDNR access in Jasper County
SCDNR Public Water Access layer and lake points, checked November 9, 2026.
Impoundments with pages across Jasper County
Measured from Ridgeland, these neighbouring lakes outside Jasper County are the shortest trips.
| Lake | From Ridgeland | Size | Landings | Kind | SCDNR species list |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Webb Center Lakes | 25 miles west | 10 acres | 0 | mapped lake | none on SCDNR lists |
| Lake George Warren | 29 miles northwest | 400 acres | 2 | SCDNR state lake | Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, Redear Sunfish |
Surface acres and depth as SCDNR prints them on its page for this lake, read November 9, 2026. Sizes SCDNR does not print show as mapped outline area. Species as SCDNR lists them at its access points.
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Out to 100 miles from Ridgeland, SCDNR access lists name Black Crappie on more lakes than any other fish.
SCDNR Public Water Access species lists, counted per lake page within 100 miles; an occurrence list, not a catch survey.
Jasper County rivers, creeks and USGS gauges
- Savannah Rivertidal, SCDNR trout water, shared with Georgia, 15 SCDNR accesses, 1 USGS gauge
- Broad Rivertidal, 31 SCDNR accesses, 8 USGS gauges
- New Rivertidal, 4 SCDNR accesses, 1 USGS gauge
- Coosawhatchie Rivertidal, 2 SCDNR accesses, 2 USGS gauges
- Euhaw Creektidal, 2 SCDNR accesses
- Boyd Creektidal, 1 SCDNR access
- Wright Rivertidal, 1 SCDNR access
Gauge numbers for Jasper County waterways
| USGS gauge | Latest reading | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Coosawhatchie River At I95 Near Ridgeland, Sc | 5.87 ft gage height | Nov 13 6:45 pm |
| Bees Creek At Sc462 Near Ridgeland, Sc | -2.79 ft gage height | Nov 13 6:45 pm |
| Tullifinny River Below I-95 Near Ridgeland, Sc | 7.65 ft gage height | Nov 13 6:45 pm |
| L Back River Above Lucknow Canal, Nr Limehouse, Sc | -3.14 ft gage height | Nov 13 6:30 pm |
| Savannah River At Elba Island, Near Savannah, Ga | -2.44 ft gage height | Nov 13 6:30 pm |
US Geological Survey provisional data, retrieved Nov 13, 2026 7:33 pm ET. Provisional readings can be revised.
SCDNR South Carolina Public Water Access layer (ArcGIS service, the data behind the SCDNR fishing access map), read November 9, 2026. USGS Water Data for the Nation, live through the site, retrieved on page view.
Guide trout rows covering Jasper County streams
- Savannah Rivertrout rules printed
South Carolina trout water rules
2026-2027 South Carolina Hunting & Fishing Guide, valid August 14, 2026 to August 14, 2027 (online guide), read November 9, 2026. SCDNR South Carolina Public Water Access layer (ArcGIS service, the data behind the SCDNR fishing access map), read November 9, 2026.
Sounds, inlets and reefs off Jasper County
Piers over salt water in Jasper County
- Bolan Hall Landing Pier on Euhaw CreekEuhaw Creek
- Cooks Boat Ramp Pier on New RiverNew River
- Knowles Island Fishing Pier on Broad RiverBroad River
SCDNR sells the resident annual freshwater license for $10, and a visiting angler pays $35 for the year. Below the tide line the resident saltwater license applies, priced at $15.
Saltwater limits South Carolina piers
USGS Geographic Names Information System point for this water, read November 9, 2026. SCDNR Marine Artificial Reef map layers and the SCDNR reef sheet for each permit area (SCDNR reef program), read November 9, 2026. SCDNR South Carolina Public Water Access layer (ArcGIS service, the data behind the SCDNR fishing access map), read November 9, 2026. License prices as printed on the SCDNR license pricing pages (dnr.sc.gov), read November 9, 2026.
Every SCDNR landing in Jasper County
- B & C Boat Ramp on Savannah RiverSavannah River, boat ramp, 1 lane, concrete or paved
- Becks Ferry Boat Ramp on Savannah RiverSavannah River, boat ramp, 2 lanes, concrete or paved, courtesy dock
- Bolan Hall Boat Ramp on Euhaw CreekEuhaw Creek, boat ramp, 2 lanes, concrete or paved, courtesy dock, fishing pier
- Cooks Boat Ramp on New RiverNew River, boat ramp, 1 lane, concrete or paved, courtesy dock, fishing pier
- Corner Lake Boat Ramp on Coosawhatchie RiverCoosawhatchie River, boat ramp, 1 lane, concrete or paved
- Dawson Creek Boat Ramp on Coosawhatchie RiverCoosawhatchie River, boat ramp, 1 lane, concrete or paved, courtesy dock
- Millstone Boat Ramp on Savannah RiverSavannah River, boat ramp, 2 lanes, concrete or paved, courtesy dock
- New River Boat RampNew River, boat ramp, 1 lane, concrete or paved
- Turn Bridge Boat Ramp on Wright RiverWright River, boat ramp, 1 lane, dirt
- Tuten Boat Ramp on Boyd CreekBoyd Creek, boat ramp, 1 lane, concrete or paved
Walk-on spots SCDNR maps in Jasper County
- Knowles Island Fishing Pier on Broad RiverBroad River, pier, wood
- Bolan Hall Landing Pier on Euhaw CreekEuhaw Creek, pier
- Cooks Boat Ramp Pier on New RiverNew River, pier
SCDNR South Carolina Public Water Access layer (ArcGIS service, the data behind the SCDNR fishing access map), read November 9, 2026. The SCDNR layer carries no fee or hours field.
Guide limits behind every Jasper County lake
For Jasper County, the statewide guide limits hold except where a water-specific row is printed. A total of 40 game fish may be kept in any one day (freshwater), not exceeding the species limits (guide p. 28). SCDNR sells the resident annual freshwater license for $10, and a visiting angler pays $35 for the year.
| Species | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|
| American Eel | 9 inches min | 25 |
| Blue Catfish | See limits in Freshwater Nongame Fishing Regulations section. | See limits in Freshwater Nongame Fishing Regulations section. |
| Bream | Any length | 30 |
| Redbreast Sunfish | Any length | 15 |
| Crappie | 8 inches min | 20 |
| Walleye & Sauger | Any length | No more than 8 combined total of walleye or sauger |
| Chain Pickerel | Any length | 30 |
| Redfin Pickerel | Any length | 30 |
| Yellow Perch | Any length | 30 |
| Smallmouth Bass | 12 inches min | No more than 5 combined total of smallmouth, largemouth, redeye bass or their hybrids |
| Redeye (Bartrams) Bass | Any length | No more than 5 combined total of smallmouth, largemouth, redeye bass or their hybrids |
| Largemouth Bass | Any length | No more than 5 combined total of smallmouth, largemouth, redeye bass or their hybrids |
| Spotted Bass | Any length | 15 |
| White Bass | Any length | 10 |
| Striped or Hybrid Bass or a combination | Any length | 10 |
Guide rows for Jasper County waters
- Coosawhatchie RiverStriped or Hybrid Bass or a combination: Oct. 1 – June 15: 26 inches min, 3
- Savannah RiverSmallmouth Bass: Any length, No more than 10 combined total of black bass
2026-2027 South Carolina Hunting & Fishing Guide, valid August 14, 2026 to August 14, 2027 (online guide), read November 9, 2026. License prices as printed on the SCDNR license pricing pages (dnr.sc.gov), read November 9, 2026.
SCDNR record fish pulled from Jasper County lakes
| Species | Weight as listed | List | Water | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid Striped Bass | 20-6 | freshwater | Savannah River | 1978 |
| Muskellunge | 22-8, 42 1/4in | freshwater | Broad River | 2004 |
| Bullhead | 6-6.3 | freshwater | Broad River | 2009 |
South Carolina state record fish as listed by SCDNR (record list), read November 9, 2026.
Jasper County shops, marinas and captains
Jasper County shop listings
- Camping World – Ridgelandbait and tackle shop, Ridgeland
- Boat N RV Megastoremarina, Pineland
Yellow Pages listings (city of business), read November 9, 2026.
More pages around Jasper County
Towns and CDPs across Jasper County
- Hardeevillepop. 7,473
- Ridgelandpop. 3,758
Adjacent SC counties to Jasper County
- Beaufort County20 miles east
- Hampton County25 miles north
- Colleton County36 miles northeast
- Allendale County43 miles northwest
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Lakes, blackwater creeks and inlets close to Jasper County, in pictures
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What South Carolina anglers ask about Jasper County water
Does Jasper County have public boat landings?
SCDNR shows 10 landings and launches.
What lake tops the size list in Jasper County?
No lake page lies inside the county; Webb Center Lakes, 25 miles from Ridgeland, is the nearest.
Which species does SCDNR name around Jasper County?
SCDNR access lists name Black Crappie on the most lake pages within 100 miles, then Channel Catfish, Largemouth Bass and Redear Sunfish.
Which shops in Jasper County sell hooks and line?
Camping World – Ridgeland is among 2 listings.
What town is the South Carolina seat of Jasper County?
The seat is Ridgeland.
Does SCDNR require a license for Jasper County water?
SCDNR sells the resident annual freshwater license for $10, and a visiting angler pays $35 for the year. Below the tide line the resident saltwater license applies, priced at $15.
Which SC county pages surround Jasper County?
Look at Beaufort County, Hampton County and Colleton County.
What crappie rule covers Jasper County lakes?
Statewide: Crappie: 20 daily, size 8 inches min. A guide row naming a lake can change it.
What SCDNR region number is Jasper County in?
SCDNR Region 4, going by the majority of its SCDNR access records.
Where does the state guide print Jasper County exceptions?
2 waters with a page here have a guide row of their own, beginning with Coosawhatchie River.
Has an SCDNR state record come out of Jasper County?
Hybrid Striped Bass, 20-6 as listed, from Savannah River (1978).
Where is the coast fishing in Jasper County?
Yes: 3 saltwater piers.
Work the SC lakes and creeks of Jasper County
Every SCDNR landing page opens with a directions link.