Bassmaster Classic 2026
Super Bowl of bass fishing — Lake Hartwell, upstate South Carolina.
2026 dates · concluded
Mar 20–22
Greenville / Anderson (Lake Hartwell) · South Carolina
See what's coming up in South Carolina →Where to sleep in South Carolina
South Carolina campgrounds we keep verified — rig limits, fees and booking windows straight from the operator. Distances to Greenville / Anderson (Lake Hartwell) vary, so check the map before you commit.
- Myrtle Beach State Park CampgroundNearest town: Myrtle Beach · State Park / State Forest$32–$65/nightRigs to 50 ftBooks 13 months ahead via sc state parks portal
- Huntington Beach State Park CampgroundNearest town: Murrells Inlet · State Park / State Forest$32–$55/nightRigs to 50 ftBooks 13 months ahead via sc state parks portal
- Edisto Beach State Park CampgroundNearest town: Edisto Beach · State Park / State Forest$28–$50/nightRigs to 40 ftBooks 13 months ahead via sc state parks portal
- Hunting Island State Park CampgroundNearest town: Beaufort · State Park / State Forest$28–$50/nightRigs to 40 ftBooks 13 months ahead via sc state parks portal
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What you need to know
The Bassmaster Classic is B.A.S.S.'s championship tournament. The 2026 event returns to Lake Hartwell with takeoffs near Anderson and the weigh-in expo in Greenville. RV demand spikes for anglers and spectators tailgating the launch ramps.
Official source: bassmaster.com
Safety + legal
Early-spring water is cold — wear a PFD and dress for immersion. Launch-ramp congestion at dawn; obey ramp-courtesy and no-wake zones.
Insider tip
The free Classic Expo at the Greenville Convention Center is family-friendly even for non-anglers — pair it with an RV stay at Sadlers Creek State Park on Lake Hartwell.
Concluded · Mar 20–22, 2026
Bassmaster Classic 2026 has ended
This edition ran Mar 20–22, 2026. Next year's dates have not been published yet. Nothing on this page can be booked for the dates above any more.
- Dates
- Mar 20–22, 2026
- Status
- Concluded
- Location
- Greenville / Anderson (Lake Hartwell)
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Ran
Mar 20–22
Bassmaster Classic 2026 is over for this edition.
Next
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Frequently asked about Bassmaster Classic
When is Bassmaster Classic 2026?
Bassmaster Classic 2026 runs Mar 20–22, 2026 in Greenville / Anderson (Lake Hartwell), South Carolina.
Where is Bassmaster Classic held?
Greenville / Anderson (Lake Hartwell), South Carolina.
What are the exact 2026 dates?
Mar 20–22, 2026.
What RV should I rent for Bassmaster Classic?
Best categories: boat, rv, trucks-vans. The Bassmaster Classic is B.A.S.S.'s championship tournament. The 2026 event returns to Lake Hartwell with takeoffs near Anderson and the weigh-in expo in Greenville. RV demand spikes for anglers and spectators tailgating the launch ramps.
How early should I book an RV?
Recommended lead time: 14 weeks. Event windows book up early, so search and lock your dates as soon as your plans firm up.
What safety and legal guidance applies?
Early-spring water is cold — wear a PFD and dress for immersion. Launch-ramp congestion at dawn; obey ramp-courtesy and no-wake zones.
What's an insider tip?
The free Classic Expo at the Greenville Convention Center is family-friendly even for non-anglers — pair it with an RV stay at Sadlers Creek State Park on Lake Hartwell.
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Important: travel + safety + insurance disclaimer
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Before you rent in South Carolina — key local rules
Personal motorhomes under 26,001 lbs need no special license — SC DMV
Boater education required for anyone born after July 1, 2007 — SCDNR — Boater Education
OHV use restricted to designated trails; Sumter NF primary — SCDNR — OHV
South Carolina BAC 0.08%; open container in passenger area prohibited — SC Code §56-5-2930
Editorial summary, not legal advice. Verify with SC DMV before relying. Reviewed in the last 3 months (as of 2026-05-24).
South Carolina rules · last verified 2026-05-10
- State rental tax
- 7% · not collected by PickRV
- Min driver age
- 21+ std · 25+ Class A
- Gravel roads
- Allowed — disclosure required
- Generator quiet
- 22:00-07:00