5.0(1 Reviews)Half Day Morning Lake Lanier Fishing Charter
5.0(1 reviews)
Private Trip
Lakes/Reservoirs/Ponds Fishing
Halfday morning charter targeting channel catfish and crappieAll fishing equipment, bait, and safety gear providedExpert captain guidance suitable for all skill levels
There's something special about hitting Lake Lanier's waters at first light, when the morning mist is still rising and the fish are actively feeding. This half-day morning charter with Beck N Call Fishing puts you right where the action is, targeting some of Georgia's most sought-after freshwater species including channel catfish, crappie, and bass. Captain Scott knows these waters like the back of his hand, and he's got the patience and enthusiasm to make sure everyone on board - whether you're a complete beginner or a seasoned angler - has a shot at landing something worth bragging about. With all gear, bait, and safety equipment provided, you just need to show up ready to fish.
Your morning starts early when you meet Captain Scott at the dock, where his spotless, top-quality boat is prepped and ready to go. Lake Lanier spans over 38,000 acres, but Scott's got his favorite honey holes mapped out based on seasonal patterns, water temperature, and recent fishing reports. The beauty of a morning charter is you're fishing during prime feeding times when the water's calm and the fish are most active. You'll cover different structures - submerged timber, creek channels, and rocky points - depending on what species you're targeting that day. Scott's approach is hands-on but never pushy; he'll show you the ropes if you're new to fishing or let experienced anglers do their thing while offering local insights that only come from years of working these waters. The boat's equipped with quality rods, reels, and tackle boxes stocked with everything from live bait to proven lures that produce results on Lanier.
Captain Scott runs a well-maintained vessel that's built for Lake Lanier's conditions, with plenty of rod holders, a live well to keep your catch fresh, and comfortable seating for up to three anglers. For channel catfish, you'll likely be using bottom rigs with cut bait or chicken liver, targeting deeper holes and channel edges where these whisker fish like to hang out. Crappie fishing involves different tactics - often using light jigs or live minnows around brush piles and standing timber, especially in 10-15 feet of water. Bass fishing might have you throwing spinnerbaits along the shoreline structure or working topwater lures in the early morning hours when the surface is glass-smooth. Scott provides all the terminal tackle, but he's also happy to let you use your own gear if you've got favorites you like to fish with. The key is staying flexible and reading the conditions - some days the fish want fast-moving baits, other days they're finicky and prefer a slow, subtle presentation.
"Scott knew where to find the fish . We liked his enthusiasm, knowledge of lake Lanier's water and his patience . What an awesome day out on his boat . It's a top quality , clean boat and we could not have wished for a better day . 10/10 mate đź‘Ť" - Maggie
Largemouth Bass are the crown jewel of Lake Lanier and for good reason - these aggressive predators can reach impressive sizes in Lanier's fertile waters, with fish over 5 pounds being caught regularly. Spring through fall offers the best action, particularly early morning when they're feeding in shallow cover. What makes largemouth so exciting is their fight - they'll jump, run for cover, and test your drag system. Scott knows exactly where to find the big females during spawning season and where they retreat to deeper structure when the water heats up in summer.
Crappie fishing on Lake Lanier is a customer favorite because these tasty panfish are abundant and fun to catch on light tackle. They typically run 10-14 inches and school up around submerged trees and brush piles, making them relatively predictable once you locate a good spot. Fall and early spring provide the most consistent action when water temperatures are in the 60-70 degree range. Crappie have a delicate bite, so you need to stay alert, but once you get into a school, you can often catch several in quick succession.
Striped Bass bring serious muscle to Lake Lanier, with fish commonly reaching 15-25 pounds and the occasional monster pushing 30-plus pounds. These silver bullets are built for speed and endurance, often making long runs that'll have your reel screaming. Summer months find them in deeper, cooler water following schools of shad, while spring and fall see them chasing bait in shallower areas. Landing a big striper is a workout that'll leave your arms burning, but the adrenaline rush is worth every minute of the fight.
Smallmouth Bass might not grow as large as their largemouth cousins, but pound-for-pound they're some of the hardest fighting fish in the lake. These bronze fighters prefer rocky areas and clear water, making them a blast to catch on light tackle. They're especially active during cooler months and early morning hours when they're hunting crawfish and small baitfish around rocky points and gravel beds. A 3-pound smallmouth will give you a better fight than most 5-pound largemouth.
Channel Catfish are the workhorses of Lake Lanier, providing steady action when other species might be finicky. These bottom-dwelling fighters can reach impressive sizes - 10-20 pounders aren't uncommon - and they're active year-round, though summer nights tend to produce the biggest fish. What makes catfishing so appealing is the anticipation; you might sit for a while, then suddenly your rod tip starts dancing and you're fighting a bulldogging fish that uses every ounce of its weight to stay deep. Plus, they're excellent eating if you decide to keep a few for the table.
A half-day morning charter on Lake Lanier
Hit the water in style aboard this 2019 22' Xpress Center Console, perfectly rigged for your Lake Lanier fishing adventure. Powered by a reliable 150HP Yamaha engine, this nimble boat cuts through the lake at speeds up to 38 knots, getting you to the prime catfish and crappie spots quickly. The center console design gives everyone easy access to the action while providing plenty of room for up to 3 anglers to work their lines comfortably. GPS navigation keeps your captain on target for the hottest fishing locations around Georgia's most popular lake. Whether you're casting for your first catfish or you're a seasoned angler chasing crappie, this boat delivers the smooth ride and fishing-focused layout you need for a productive morning on the water. Clean, comfortable, and built for serious fishing fun.
Ictalurus PunctatusChannel catfish are the reliable workhorses of Lake Lanier, commonly running 2-10 pounds with some reaching 20+ pounds. They're blue-gray with a forked tail and those signature whiskers that help them hunt by smell and taste. You'll find them near bottom structure like creek channels, humps, and brushpiles in 15-40 feet of water. They bite year-round but really turn on in warmer months when they're most active. What people love about catfish is they're great for beginners - they bite well and don't require fancy techniques. Plus, they're some of the best eating fish in the lake with mild, flaky white meat. My local secret is using cut shad or chicken livers on the bottom near creek bends. The key is fresh, stinky bait - their sense of smell is incredible and they'll find your bait even in muddy water.
Pomoxis NigromaculatusCrappie are some of the tastiest fish in Lake Lanier, running 7-12 inches and averaging half to one pound. We've got both black and white crappie here - blacks have irregular spots while whites show vertical bars. They school up around submerged brush piles, docks, and creek channels in 10-25 feet of water. Spring spawning season is fantastic when they move shallow, but they bite year-round if you find the right depth. Dawn and dusk are peak times since they're less active during bright daylight. Anglers love them because they're cooperative biters and make outstanding eating with sweet, flaky white meat. Here's a local trick: use small jigs or minnows and fish vertically over brush piles. When you catch one, work that spot thoroughly - where there's one crappie, there's usually a whole school.
Micropterus SalmoidesLargemouth bass are the heavyweights of Lake Lanier, averaging 12-24 inches and 1-4 pounds. You'll recognize them by their olive-green color with dark horizontal stripes and that massive mouth that extends past their eyes. These fish love structure - we find them around submerged timber, rocky points, and weed beds in 5-20 feet of water. Spring and fall are prime time when they're most active, but early morning and late evening produce year-round. What makes them special is the fight - they'll jump and run hard when hooked. They're also excellent table fare with firm, white meat. My local tip: throw a red lure near cover. Bass are attracted to red, and that extra flash can trigger strikes when other colors won't.
Micropterus DolomieuSmallmouth bass are the scrappiest fighters in Lake Lanier, typically running 18-20 inches with females hitting 3-6 pounds. They're bronze-colored with dark vertical bars and red-brown eyes - beautiful fish. You'll find them around rocky structure, points, and gravel areas in clear water, usually 8-30 feet deep. They go deeper in summer heat but come up in spring and fall. What makes smallmouth special is pound-for-pound they fight harder than any bass - lots of jumps and long runs. They prefer cooler water and rocky bottoms, so focus on the main lake points and chunk rock areas. The meat is firm and tasty too. My go-to technique here is dragging a tube or grub along rocky bottom in 15-25 feet. Light line and finesse presentations work best - these fish can be picky but the fight is worth it.
Morone SaxatilisStriped bass are the gladiators of Lake Lanier, with those distinctive dark stripes running down silver sides. Most fish we catch run 20-40 pounds, though they can get much bigger. These powerful swimmers prefer open water and structure like points, humps, and creek channels in 15-40 feet. They're catchable year-round but really turn on in spring and fall when water temps hit that 55-68 degree sweet spot. What draws people to stripers is the raw power - they'll make screaming runs and test your drag like no other freshwater fish. Plus, they're outstanding table fare with firm, sweet meat. The key here on Lanier is following the bait schools. I watch for birds working the surface or use electronics to find shad schools - that's where the stripers will be feeding.
5.0 out of 5.0Scott knew where to find the fish . We liked his enthusiasm, knowledge of lake Lanier’s water and his patience . What an awesome d...
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