Santee River
The Santee drains much of the coast of southeastern South Carolina. It empties into the Atlantic about halfway between Myrtle Beach and Charleston.
Course of the river, simplified. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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River facts
| Length | 143 miles |
|---|---|
| Mouth | Atlantic Ocean |
The upper river is impounded by Santee Dam, a Depression-era project, forming Lake Marion.
Listed fish are the species named for the river on its Wikipedia page. Check the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources for river-specific regulations before you fish.
Lakes and flowages on the Santee River
Lakes in our guide on or connected to this river:
Source: Santee River (Wikipedia)