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Gaffney, United States ðŸ‡ºðŸ‡¸

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Planning your next fishing trip in Gaffney, United States ? Today is a good day for fishing. Our comprehensive fishing almanac combines our popular solunar tables, moon times, sunrise and sunset times, and a 7-day fishing calendar so you always know the best fishing times in your area. We analyse major and minor solunar bite times, rate each day on a five-star scale, and pair it with localized weather forecasts so you can quickly tell whether today is a good day to fish without juggling multiple tabs. Be sure to bookmark this page so you never miss a bite. view bite times...

  • Check our unique Solunar Clock for precise solunar tables and the best moon phases.
  • Use the forecast calendar section to sync bite times with major weather changes.
  • Analyze the forecasted weather conditions, such as wind, barometric pressure and rain to plan your fishing session.
  • Jump to the 7-Day Fishing Calendar for an extended fishing forecast, then explore nearby fishing spots on the interactive map.

Fishing in Gaffney, South Carolina centers around the rich freshwater opportunities of the Broad River, Pacolet River, and nearby reservoirs such as Lake Whelchel. Anglers target largemouth bass, spotted bass, crappie, catfish, striped bass, and panfish in a mix of river and lake environments that fish well year-round. From bank fishing access to small boat and kayak tactics, Gaffney offers diverse, productive water for both local anglers and traveling fishermen. read more...

Sun and Moon Times

The sun will be at it's highest point at . Today we have 14:31 hours of daylight. For shallow water fishing the twilight periods are often the most productive fishing times, especially on days when a major or minor time will coincide with twilight. In low light conditions predators have better cover for their ambush and often hunt in shallow water.
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  • Visibility:
    26%
  • Waning Crescent - 26% illuminated Waning Crescent
Next New Moon in ~5 days on 14th June
  • Distance to earth:
    373,210 km
    Proximity:
    76.3 %
We can compare the current moon distance to it's minimum and maximum distance from earth and express that as proximity. A high proximity means the moon is closer to earth. At 50% it would be at it's mean distance. A high proximity causes big tides, currents and has a direct effect on increased bite times. A proximity greater than 90% indicates a super moon.
Moon Phases for Gaffney
New Moon
Sun, 14 Jun
Full Moon
Mon, 29 Jun

Solunar Bite Times

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Best fishing times:
  • minor Time:
    01:31 am - 03:31 am
  • major Time:
    08:10 am - 10:10 am
  • minor Time:
    02:50 pm - 04:50 pm
  • major Time:
    08:25 pm - 10:25 pm
All times are displayed in the America/New_York timezone and are automatically adjusted to daylight savings. The current timezone offset is -4 hours. Green and yellow areas indicate the best fishing times (major and minor). The center shows the current moon phase which is a Waning Crescent at 26% lumination. According to the Solunar Theory, today is a good day for fishing, but you need to cross check this with the current weather forecast for a final decision. Currently we have a minor fishing time. The next best fishing time ( ) starts in -5 hour and -55 minute. The gray time indicator displays the current local time.
America/New_York • Wed, 10 Jun 03:14 • 35.072, -81.65
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Current Fishing Weather

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7 Day Fishing Weather

The weather plays an important role in fishing. Wind strenght and direction often determine where you can fish and where fish might be holding. Although high pressure is usually good for fishing, steep pressure changes often trigger feeding frenzies and are great times for fishing. Of course temperature has also a strong effect on fishing and comfort on the water. So make sure to cross check the weather forecast with the solunar fishing times to determine the best times to go fishing. The graph below shows you the 3 hourly weather progression over the next 7 days. Scroll the graph left or right to see more.
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7 Day Fishing Forecast Calendar
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*bold times indicate best fishing times around sunrise or sunset

Fishing Overview Gaffney

Fishing in Gaffney, SC revolves around a blend of river systems and small impoundments that fish differently through the seasons. The Broad River and Pacolet River are the main moving-water options, while Lake Whelchel and a handful of small municipal lakes provide classic piedmont reservoir fishing. Understanding how these waters react to seasonal temperature swings is the key to consistent success.

Spring is prime time for bass and crappie around Gaffney. As water climbs into the 55–65°F range, look for largemouth and spotted bass pushing shallow on Lake Whelchel’s protected coves, secondary points, and any shoreline wood. Weightless soft plastics, small Texas rigs, and squarebill crankbaits in shad or bream patterns cover water efficiently. Crappie stack on brushpiles, bridge pilings, and isolated wood; 1/16–1/32 oz marabou or tube jigs under a fixed float take fish when set just above their depth. On the Broad and Pacolet, bass relate to current breaks—eddies behind boulders, blowdowns, and the inside seams of bends. A 1/4–3/8 oz jig, compact craw, or small spinnerbait works well in stained spring flows.

Through summer, heat pushes fish into deeper or faster water. On Lake Whelchel, early and late windows are critical. Work topwaters over main-lake points, riprap, and around the dam at first light; then slide out to 12–20 feet and probe drops with Carolina rigs, shaky heads, or deep-diving crankbaits. Panfish like bluegill and redear sunfish stay catchable all day around docks, laydowns, and grass edges with small worms or crickets under a float. Local rivers shine in summer for spotted bass and catfish. Target riffle tails and mid-river seams with small crayfish imitations, 3–4 inch swimbaits, or inline spinners for spots. For channel and blue catfish, anchor above deep outside bends and holes, and present cut shad, chicken liver, or dip baits on slip-sinker rigs.

Fall fishing in the Gaffney area is dominated by bait movement. Shad and small bream push shallow, pulling bass onto flats, creek mouths, and windblown banks. Cover water with medium-running crankbaits, lipless cranks, and spinnerbaits; focus on areas where wind is blowing into a bank or point. Crappie suspend off structure and sometimes roam open water following shad; use electronics to locate schools, then vertical-jig directly under the boat with small plastics on light heads. Rivers run clearer, and finesse approaches—like Ned rigs and small jerkbaits—excel for spotted bass in long pools and around rocky transitions.

Winter requires a slower, deeper approach. On Lake Whelchel and nearby reservoirs, bass often hold on steep rock, channel swings, and the base of points. Jigs, blade baits, and jerkbaits with long pauses are staples. Crappie consolidate on the deepest brush and drop-offs; maintain a tight vertical line and move baits subtly. In the Broad River, look for wintering fish in deeper holes and slack water adjacent to current. Heavier jigs and slow-rolled soft plastics keep you near the bottom where cold-water bass and catfish hold.

Tactical tips for Gaffney include traveling light when bank fishing—especially along the Broad and Pacolet—so you can cover multiple access points quickly. Waders or a kayak greatly expand fishable water in the rivers, giving reach to mid-channel structure that bank anglers can’t touch. In lakes, pay close attention to water color; after heavy rain, target the clearer half of the reservoir with more natural colors, and use chartreuse or darker profiles in stained inflows. Matching lure size to local forage—small shad, juvenile bream, and crayfish—consistently boosts bites across seasons.

Interactive Fishing Map for the greater Gaffney area

We found a total of 40 potential fishing spots nearby Gaffney. Below you can find them organized on a map. Points, Headlands, Reefs, Islands, Channels, etc can all be productive fishing spots. As these are user submitted spots, there might be some errors in the exact location. You also need to cross check local fishing regulations. Some of the spots might be in or around marine reserves or other locations that cannot be fished. If you click on a location marker it will bring up some details and a quick link to google search, satellite maps and fishing times. Tip: Click/Tap on a new area to load more fishing spots.

South Carolina Noname 11003 D-3413 Dam - 3.47010125292km , Cole Creek - 3.68695346358km , Shrine Club Lake Dam D-3415 - 4.09261661572km , Providence Branch - 4.52023126344km , South Carolina Noname 11001 Dam - 4.83469294301km , Allison Creek - 4.96592861278km , Country Club Pond Dam D-3416 - 5.0269005029km , Furnace Creek - 5.4725807925km , Irene Creek - 6.29746959055km , Limestone Creek - 6.30615259608km , Skelton Creek - 6.49845742768km , Cherokee Golf Pond Dam Number Two D-1418 - 6.89972020669km , Blanton Creek - 6.96118941802km , Peeler Branch - 7.22780512378km , Cherokee Creek - 7.23050478195km , Clary Creek - 7.27805932159km , Long Pond Dam D-3414 - 7.29883318088km , Spencer Branch - 7.41268368894km , Brumbach Pond Dam D-3412 - 7.51672255936km , Blackrock Branch - 7.53440021072km , South Carolina Noname 11004 D-3407 Dam - 7.62572275869km , Thicketty Mountain Creek - 7.67596258065km , South Carolina Noname 16028 D-3725 Dam - 7.77727863848km , Toms Branch - 8.10206663501km , South Carolina Noname 11017 D-3401 Dam - 8.16182655058km , South Carolina Noname 11006 D-3406 Dam - 8.49037265683km , Goat Island - 8.61742008953km , Gaston Shoals Dam - 8.62065666888km , Buffalo Creek - 8.63948502692km , South Carolina Noname 11005 D-3405 Dam - 8.64949152326km , Mikes Creek - 8.67232403441km , Bowens River - 8.71236023979km , Peoples Creek - 8.72203843356km , Linder Creek - 9.10315650427km , South Carolina Noname 11022 D-3417 Dam - 9.28182137906km , Little Thicketty Creek - 9.36313824728km , Doolittle Creek - 9.38090256032km , South Carolina Noname 11025 D-3411 Dam - 9.38792700835km , Blue Branch - 9.51153408128km , Cartum Branch - 9.6667024316km

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