Bates Bridge
Gadsden, South Carolina
- Target Species
- Largemouth Bass
- Bluegill
- Redear Sunfish
- White Perch
- Channel Catfish
- Blue Catfish
- Flathead Catfish
- Water Type
- Freshwater
- Spot Type
- Boat Ramp
- Access
- Boat
- Amenities
- Parking
About This Spot
Bates Bridge provides public fishing access to the Congaree River near Gadsden, South Carolina, by boat. Anglers can target Largemouth Bass, Channel Catfish, Blue Catfish, Flathead Catfish and Bluegill, among others. Facilities include parking.
GPS Coordinates
GPS (Degrees & Decimal Minutes)
N 33° 45.205' W 80° 38.708'
Decimal Coordinates
33.75341729418252, -80.64512919908589
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