Striper Fishing South Carolina 6 Hour Scenic Trip
Private Trip
Lakes/Reservoirs/Ponds Fishing
6hour guided striper fishing on Lake Murray or Clarks Hill LakeAll equipment, bait, and fishing licenses included with tripSmall groups up to 6 guests with experienced local captain
Looking for a solid day on the water targeting South Carolina's famous striped bass? This 6-hour guided trip puts you right in the action on either Lake Murray or Clarks Hill Lake, two of the state's top-rated striper destinations. Your experienced captain knows these waters like the back of his hand and will get you to the productive spots where trophy stripers love to hang out. With all gear, bait, and licenses included, you can focus on what matters most – putting fish in the boat. Perfect for up to 3 anglers who want a relaxed pace with serious fishing potential.
Your day starts early when the stripers are most active and the lakes are calm. These two lakes offer completely different fishing experiences depending on conditions and season. Lake Murray's deeper structure and creek channels hold some real monsters, while Clarks Hill's vast open water and rocky points create perfect ambush spots for feeding stripers. Your captain will read the water and fish activity to put you on the best bite of the day. The 6-hour window gives you plenty of time to work different areas without feeling rushed. You'll move from spot to spot based on what the fish are telling us – sometimes that means staying put when you find a hot school, other times it means covering water until we locate active fish. The scenic backdrop of both lakes makes for a comfortable day even when the bite slows down.
Striper fishing on these lakes calls for versatile approaches depending on the season and fish behavior. Your guide comes equipped with quality spinning and baitcasting setups matched to the conditions you'll face. Live bait fishing with herring or shad is often the go-to method, especially when fish are holding tight to structure or suspended in deeper water. Trolling with umbrella rigs and large swimbaits covers water efficiently when stripers are scattered or chasing baitfish in open areas. Cut bait works well for larger fish that want an easy meal, particularly during slower periods. Your captain will teach you how to read your electronics to spot baitfish and stripers, plus share local techniques that work specifically on these waters. All rods, reels, terminal tackle, and fresh bait are provided, so you don't need to worry about having the right setup for South Carolina stripers.
Striped bass are the crown jewel of South Carolina's inland fishery, and both Lake Murray and Clarks Hill consistently produce quality fish year-round. These landlocked stripers average 3-8 pounds but regularly reach into the teens, with trophy fish over 20 pounds caught each season. Spring brings the best action as stripers move shallow to feed heavily after winter, making them more aggressive and easier to locate. Summer fishing focuses on deeper structure and early morning topwater action when stripers chase shad in the shallows. Fall offers some of the most consistent fishing as stripers bulk up for winter, often feeding in large schools that create non-stop action. What makes these fish so exciting is their fighting ability – stripers make long runs and use their broad sides to fight hard in the water column. They're also excellent table fare when kept fresh, or they release well for future trips. The combination of size potential, fight, and numbers makes striped bass the perfect target species for both experienced anglers and those new to freshwater fishing.
This customer favorite striper trip fills up fast, especially during peak spring and fall fishing seasons. With space for just 3 anglers, you get personalized attention from your guide and plenty of room to fish comfortably. Whether you're planning to fill the cooler with fresh fillets or enjoy catch-and-release fishing in some of South Carolina's most beautiful lake country, this world-class striper experience delivers. Your captain's local knowledge combined with top-notch equipment and productive waters makes this the best way to target trophy striped bass in the Palmetto State. Don't miss your chance to get on these renowned fisheries with a guide who knows where the big stripers live.
Your fishing adventure starts aboard a reliable 25' Carolina Skiff powered by a smooth 175HP Suzuki engine that'll get you to the hot striper spots quickly and quietly. This spacious boat comfortably handles your group of 3 with plenty of room to move around and fight fish without bumping elbows. The Lowrance depth finder helps pinpoint those underwater structures where trophy stripers like to hang out, while the fish finder takes the guesswork out of locating schools. Built for serious fishing, this Carolina Skiff cuts through Lake Murray and Clarks Hill's waters with ease, keeping you stable when the fish are biting hard. The open layout gives everyone access to prime fishing spots around the boat, and there's enough deck space to land those hefty stripers without feeling cramped. Whether you're working the deep channels or drifting over submerged points, this boat handles South Carolina's lake conditions perfectly.
Lake Murray