Savannah River Fishing Report - Crappie, Stripers, and Redfish Thrive in Warming Waters

Hey there, fellow anglers It's Artificial Lure here, and I'm excited to share the latest fishing report for the Savannah River area as of February 8, 2025. First off, let's talk about the tides. Today, you can expect the first high tide at 4:21 AM with a height of 6.89 feet, followed by a low tide at 11:03 AM with a height of 0.44 feet. The second high tide will be at 4:52 PM, reaching 5.79 feet, and the final low tide of the day will be at 11:09 PM with a height of -0.26 feet[2]. The weather has been warming up, which is great news for us fishermen. This warm-up has really gotten the fish fired up all over the place. With sunrise at 7:11 AM and sunset at 6:04 PM, you've got plenty of daylight to hit your favorite spots. Recently, the fishing in the Savannah River has been nothing short of spectacular. Mark Vick and Thomas Carroll had an incredible day on Friday, catching 52 fish, including crappie and fliers, using Tennessee shad Specktacular Jigs and Mirage Jigs. They didn't need to tip these jigs with minnows, and they fished deep, around 12 to 16 feet, near cover[1]. For today, you'll want to focus on similar tactics. Crappie are active, and using a chartreuse back pearl 2-inch Keitech rigged on a chartreuse 1/16-oz. Flashy Jighead with a No. 1 Gamakatsu hook can be very effective. This setup has been producing quite a few crappie up to 14 inches in the lower Satilla River, and it should work well in the Savannah River too[1]. If you're targeting other species, live mullet and shrimp on the bottom in 15 to 20 feet of water can be great for catching stripers and redfish, especially in areas like the Ogeechee River which is nearby. As the water warms up, these fish will start moving into shallower waters to get warm in the sunshine. A live shrimp or pollywog minnow fished stealthily with smaller floats and lighter rigs can also be very productive[3]. For hot spots, I recommend checking out the lower sections of the Savannah River, particularly around creek mouths and deep curves in the creeks. These areas tend to hold a mix of species including crappie, stripers, and redfish. Another good spot is around structure in coastal waters, where you can catch sheepshead using fiddler crabs[3]. In summary, with the warming weather and favorable tides, today is shaping up to be an excellent day for fishing in the Savannah River. Make sure to hit those deep spots with the right lures and baits, and don't be surprised if you end up with a full cooler by the end of the day. Tight lines, everyone This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.