Three young boys fishing on a clear day.
0-12 Hours

Fishing at Star Fort Pond

Ninety Six National Historic Site

Fishing at Ninety Six can be both relaxing and rewarding. Learn were to park and the rules and regulations before casting your line.

As the weather warms many people start preparing to pull out their fishing rods and head to the water. Once they have cast their line they will relax, exercise patience, make memories, and hopefully be rewarded with a nice catch as they enjoy the outdoors. Star Fort Pond is a popular fishing spot for many locals and other visitors from around the state. Open for fishing from April through October on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays some of the species found in the pond are largemouth bass, bluegill, shellcracker, and channel catfish. The pond is not only shared with other visitors but with many wild animals as well, including ducks, osprey, turtles, and even otters. All of these animals are protected by the park. To help keep these animals safe and make the park more enjoyable to others please take all your belongings, food, and trash with you when you leave to help us keep the pond beautiful. Before heading out to fish though make sure you have all that you need and that you know the rules and regulations.

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Freshwater FishingFishLakesfishingNinety Six National Historic SiteStar Fort Pond

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Duration

0-12 Hours

Duration Details

Fishing is allowed 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset.

Fees Apply

No

Seasons

Spring, Summer

Time of Day

Day, Dawn, Dusk

Accessibility

The fishing pier is accessible from the parking lot by a paved concreat path.

Pets

Yes — Pets must be kept on a leash no more than six feet in length at all times. Pet etiquette dictates always cleaning up animal waste and disposing of it in trash receptacles.

Reservations

No

Age Info

Everyone 16 and older must have a valid South Carolina fishing license.

Location

Star Fort Pond

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