Top Rated Fishing Charters in Georgia

Q: Who are the best rated guides in Georgia?

Some of the best rated guides in Georgia are: Heron Outdoor Adventures Matt Dorsey Fly Fishing Stellar Charters Captain Josh Crappie Fishing Unreel Charters GA Surf Fishing Trips Chatham Inshore Charters Ebb N Flow Charters Carter's Charters Reel N Time Fishing Charters

Q: What are the top fishing types in Georgia?

Some of the best trip types in Georgia are: Lakes/Reservoirs/Ponds Fishing River Fishing Inshore Fishing Offshore Fishing Shore Fishing Flats/Shallows Fishing Active hunting Backcountry Fishing

Q: What are the top species I can catch in Georgia?

Some of the top fish species you can catch in Georgia are: Alligator Gar Atlantic Sharpnose Shark Bigeye Tuna Black Drum Black Sea Bass Blacktip Shark Blue Catfish Bluefish Bluegill Bonnethead Shark

Q: Do I need experience to go on a Fishing Charter?

Absolutely not! Most charter captains welcome anglers of all skill levels and specialize in teaching beginners. Many charters are family-friendly and will teach basic fishing techniques, help with equipment, and ensure everyone has a great time. Let your captain know your experience level when booking so they can tailor the trip accordingly.

Georgia Fishing Charters (51 charters available)

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Midway, GA

7 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Technical Fishing • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing • Bass Fishing • Deep Sea Fishing

Guest Reviews Say:

Customers rave about Hector's fish-finding expertise and non-stop action from first cast

(48)

4-6 Guests

5-6 Hours

3 Trips

Available Next Week

Starts from$350

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Lake Lanier

24 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Good with Families • Bass Fishing • Freshwater Fishing

Guest Reviews Say:

Praised for consistent fish catches and expert lake knowledge with top-quality equipment

(49)

4-8 Guests

5-6 Hours

4 Trips

Available Next Week

Starts from$450

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Brunswick

11 years experience • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Families

Guest Reviews Say:

Customers praise Brandon's local knowledge and consistent fish catches

(29)

1-5 Guests

2-6 Hours

10 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$400

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Lake Lanier

7 years experience • Good with kids • Nature / Wildlife Views

Guest Reviews Say:

Customers praise Bill's Lake Lanier expertise and consistent fish catches

(18)

1-3 Guests

4-8 Hours

5 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$350

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Tybee Island

6 years experience • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing

Guest Reviews Say:

Customers praise Trey's fish-finding expertise and friendly personality that makes every trip successful

(30)

1-4 Guests

4-6 Hours

5 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$550

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Georgia

16 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Live Bait • Nature / Wildlife Views

Guest Reviews Say:

Customers love Captain Tripp's local knowledge and consistent fish-catching success

(14)

1-4 Guests

4-6 Hours

5 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$450

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Savannah, GA

10 years experience • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing

Guest Reviews Say:

Customers love Captain Mike's local knowledge and consistent fish-catching success

(11)

1-4 Guests

3-8 Hours

4 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$350

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Homer

33 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing • Deep Sea Fishing

Guest Reviews Say:

Customers praise Captain Ben's expertise and ability to find great fishing spots in any conditions

(10)

4-8 Guests

2-8 Hours

10 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$275

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Darien, GA

44 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing • Deep Sea Fishing • Freshwater Fishing

Guest Reviews Say:

Customers rave about Billy's fish-finding expertise and exceptional service with kids

(46)

1-6 Guests

3-8 Hours

8 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$350

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Lake Lanier

9 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Fly Fishing

Guest Reviews Say:

Customers praise Ryan's local knowledge and ability to find fish for successful Lake Lanier trips

(11)

1-4 Guests

4-8 Hours

6 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$499

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Homer

53 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing • Bass Fishing

Guest Reviews Say:

Praised for his patience with beginners and knowledge of secret fishing spots

(9)

1-2 Guests

4-7 Hours

3 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$300

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Homer

23 years experience • Master Guide • Bass Fishing • Freshwater Fishing

Guest Reviews Say:

Customers rave about Don's local knowledge and consistent monster bass catches

(8)

1-2 Guests

4-8 Hours

2 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$350

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Complete Guide to Georgia Fishing

Discover everything you need to know about fishing in Georgia - from top species and techniques to the best times to visit.

Top Species

Learn about the most sought-after fish species in Georgia waters

Alligator Gar

Size

100 - 160 lbs

Length

48" - 120"

Habitat:

InlandNearshore

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Atlantic Sharpnose Shark

Size

7 - 9 lbs

Length

39" - 48"

Habitat:

ShallowWarm Water

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Bigeye Tuna

Size

150 - 300 lbs

Length

41" - 98"

Habitat:

Offshore

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Black Drum

Size

15 - 90 lbs

Habitat:

Brackish WatersOnshore

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Black Sea Bass

Size

2 - 9 lbs

Length

10" - 26"

Habitat:

OffshoreOnshoreNearshoreWreckReef

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Blacktip Shark

Size

100 - 150 lbs

Length

60" - 108"

Habitat:

OnshoreNearshoreContinental ShelvesInsular Shelves

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Blue Catfish

Size

20 - 81 lbs

Length

25" - 46"

Habitat:

RiverLakeFlatsBackcountry

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Bluefish

Size

3 - 15 lbs

Length

15" - 51"

Habitat:

NearshoreOnshore

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Bluegill

Size

1 - 2 lbs

Length

6" - 16"

Habitat:

LakePondRiver

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Bonnethead Shark

Size

13 - 28 lbs

Length

24" - 59"

Habitat:

Offshore

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Brook Trout

Size

1 - 10 lbs

Length

10" - 34"

Habitat:

LakeRiver

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Brown Trout

Size

2 - 40 lbs

Length

13" - 39"

Habitat:

LakeRiver

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Bull Shark

Size

200 - 500 lbs

Length

84" - 142"

Habitat:

WarmShallow NearshoreRiver

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Channel Catfish

Size

2 - 4 lbs

Length

15" - 25"

Habitat:

RiversTidal MouthsBendsWrecks

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Cobia

Size

10 - 80 lbs

Length

24" - 79"

Habitat:

OnshoreNearshoreOffshoreReefWreck

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Common Carp

Size

5 - 100 lbs

Length

16" - 47"

Habitat:

RiverLakeBackcountry

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Crappie

Size

0 - 5 lbs

Length

4" - 19"

Habitat:

RiverLake

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Crevalle Jack

Size

15 - 60 lbs

Length

15" - 49"

Habitat:

RiverOnshoreNearshoreOffshoreReefFlats BackcountryWreck

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Flathead Catfish

Size

4 - 60 lbs

Length

12" - 61"

Habitat:

RiverLakeFlatsBackcountry

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Gag Grouper

Size

10 - 50 lbs

Length

24" - 57"

Habitat:

OnshoreNearshoreOffshoreReef

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Golden Trout

Size

1 - 11 lbs

Length

6" - 24"

Habitat:

LakeCool WaterStream

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Great Barracuda

Size

5 - 103 lbs

Length

24" - 79"

Habitat:

OnshoreNearshoreReefWreck

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Greater Amberjack

Size

40 - 200 lbs

Length

60" - 75"

Habitat:

OffshoreReefsWrecks

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Green Sunfish

Size

1 - 2 lbs

Length

3" - 12"

Habitat:

LakeRiverBackwaterGravel Bottom

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Grey Triggerfish

Size

11 - 13 lbs

Length

19" - 24"

Habitat:

Inshoreoffshore

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Hogfish

Size

8 - 24 lbs

Length

10" - 36"

Habitat:

OnshoreNearshoreOffshoreReefWreck

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King Mackerel

Size

10 - 20 lbs

Length

19" - 72"

Habitat:

OnshoreNearshoreOffshoreReefWreck

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Largemouth Bass

Size

2 - 22 lbs

Length

15" - 32"

Habitat:

LakePondRivers

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Lemon Shark

Size

150 - 220 lbs

Length

96" - 134"

Habitat:

OnshoreNearshoreReefBay

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Lesser Amberjack

Size

8 - 12 lbs

Length

19" - 27"

Habitat:

NearshoreOffshore

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Little Tunny

Size

5 - 15 lbs

Length

24" - 48"

Habitat:

OnshoreNearshoreOffshore

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Mahi Mahi or Common Dolphinfish

Size

15 - 30 lbs

Length

40" - 83"

Habitat:

Offshore

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Ocean Triggerfish

Size

4 - 13 lbs

Length

10" - 26"

Habitat:

OffshoreReef

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Permit

Size

9 - 60 lbs

Length

24" - 48"

Habitat:

InshoreFlatsOffshoreReefsJetties

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Rainbow Trout

Size

1 - 8 lbs

Length

16" - 34"

Habitat:

RiverLake

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Red Grouper

Size

12 - 25 lbs

Length

17" - 35"

Habitat:

NearshoreOffshoreReefWreckOcean Floor

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Red Snapper

Size

5 - 20 lbs

Length

19" - 39"

Habitat:

NearshoreOffshoreReefWreck

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Redeye Bass

Size

1 - 8 lbs

Length

9" - 19"

Habitat:

StreamRiverPondsLakesCreeks

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Redfish

Size

10 - 45 lbs

Length

30" - 61"

Habitat:

OnshoreFlatsBackcountryNearshore

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Scalloped Hammerhead

Size

60 - 64 lbs

Length

59" - 169"

Habitat:

InshoreOffshore

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Scamp Grouper

Size

-13 - 32 lbs

Length

12" - 42"

Habitat:

NearshoreOffshoreReef

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Sea Trout

Size

1 - 6 lbs

Length

20" - 55"

Habitat:

InshoreNearshoreCovered River

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Sheepshead

Size

1 - 8 lbs

Length

14" - 20"

Habitat:

OnshoreNearshoreOffshoreReefWreck

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Smallmouth Bass

Size

1 - 4 lbs

Length

12" - 27"

Habitat:

LakeRiver

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Smooth Hammerhead

Size

185 - 880 lbs

Length

96" - 197"

Habitat:

InshoreOffshore

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Snook

Size

12 - 29 lbs

Length

16" - 50"

Habitat:

InshoreFlatsBackcountry

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Southern Flounder

Size

1 - 4 lbs

Length

12" - 33"

Habitat:

OnshoreInshoreChannelsRivers

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Southern Stingray

Size

50 - 200 lbs

Length

60" - 79"

Habitat:

Ocean BeachesOffshoreNearshoreBaysEstuaries

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Spanish Mackerel

Size

8 - 120 lbs

Length

20" - 72"

Habitat:

offshoreonshorenearshore

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Spinner Shark

Size

60 - 120 lbs

Length

72" - 118"

Habitat:

OnshoreNearshoreShallows

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Spotted Bass

Size

1 - 11 lbs

Length

20" - 25"

Habitat:

LakeRiver

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Spotted Gar

Size

4 - 6 lbs

Length

15" - 59"

Habitat:

CreeksRiversLakesBrackish Water

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Striped Bass

Size

10 - 81 lbs

Length

20" - 55"

Habitat:

RiverLakeOnshoreNear shore

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Summer Flounder

Size

1 - 5 lbs

Length

15" - 37"

Habitat:

OnshoreNearshoreOffshore

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Tarpon

Size

25 - 63 lbs

Length

48" - 96"

Habitat:

InshoreFlatsBackcountry

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Thresher Shark

Size

500 - 1120 lbs

Length

120" - 240"

Habitat:

NearshoreContinental ShelfInshoreOffshore

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Tope Shark

Size

60 - 98 lbs

Length

50" - 77"

Habitat:

Warm Coastal Waters

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Tripletail

Size

2 - 20 lbs

Length

18" - 36"

Habitat:

OnshoreNearshoreInshoreEstuariesBays

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Wahoo Fish

Size

15 - 184 lbs

Length

8" - 100"

Habitat:

NearshoreOffshoreReef

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Walleye

Size

1 - 10 lbs

Length

12" - 42"

Habitat:

LakeRiver

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White Bass

Size

1 - 5 lbs

Length

10" - 18"

Habitat:

LakeRiver

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White Catfish

Size

6 - 9 lbs

Length

13" - 24"

Habitat:

Coastal RiverTidal Water

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White Weakfish

Size

7 - 88 lbs

Length

28" - 65"

Habitat:

OffshoreNearshoreCoral ReefsEstuariesBaysKelp Forests

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Ratings & Reviews Summary in Georgia

AI Generated Review Summary

Fishing in Georgia offers diverse opportunities from coastal inshore waters to mountain lakes and rivers. Anglers target redfish, speckled trout, flounder, and sharks along the coast, while inland waters produce striped bass, largemouth bass, spotted bass, crappie, and catfish. Lake Lanier provides excellent striper fishing, while the Chattahoochee River offers fly fishing for rainbow trout. Clarks Hill Lake and Lake Oconee deliver consistent bass and crappie action. Guides consistently demonstrate expertise in locating fish even during challenging weather conditions, with many families praising patient instruction for children and novice anglers. The combination of professional equipment, local knowledge, and adaptable techniques creates memorable experiences across Georgia's waters.

Top Reviews

Georgia

5.0 / 5.0

Based on 559 reviews by Guidesly users

Phillip Cashen

April 2, 2026

1 Guest

Great fishing trip. Butch has a lot of knowledge of the lake and was able to host a great trip and even better memories.

Donalsonville, GA

21 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Freshwater Fishing • Drift Fishing

Guest Reviews Say:

Guests praise Butch's superior knowledge for locating big bass and giant catfish

(1)

2-8 Guests

6 Hours

5 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$300

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Patrick R

October 11, 2025

1 Guest

It wasn’t a great day for fishing in terms of conditions or bite, but Tony still did an outstanding job making the trip worth it. We had a great time — this was our second trip with him — and even in windy, wet conditions we were still able to catch fish and laugh the whole way through. We truly can’t say anything negative about either of our trips with Tony. He never disappoints and is excellent at turning a tough day on the water into a very memorable experience. We’ll definitely be back!

Brunswick, GA

6 years experience • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Families • Fly Fishing

1-4 Guests

2-6 Hours

8 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$350

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Maggie

June 25, 2025

Trip taken June 23, 2025

Lake, AM - 4.00hour Trip

7:00 AM - 11:00 AM

1 Guest

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 👍

Lake Lanier

7 years experience • Good with kids • Nature / Wildlife Views

Guest Reviews Say:

Customers praise Bill's Lake Lanier expertise and consistent fish catches

(18)

1-3 Guests

4-8 Hours

5 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$350

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Brady H

May 31, 2025

1 Guest

This was our first time booking through this website, and the experience exceeded our expectations. We chose the mixed cooler fish trip, and Captain Bill made sure we went home with fish for the table. Despite tough conditions with strong winds, choppy water, and unusually high tides that left the water very muddy, he still put us on fish. We stayed busy catching sharks, trout, and Spanish mackerel, and had a great time hanging out, talking, and enjoying the day on the water. Captain Bill kept things fun and relaxed while working hard to find action in challenging conditions. Even though the overall haul wasn’t what he normally aims for due to the weather, Captain Bill went above and beyond by offering to make it right on a future trip and really give us the experience we were hoping for. We had a great time and are already looking forward to booking with him again.

Darien, GA

44 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing • Deep Sea Fishing • Freshwater Fishing

Guest Reviews Say:

Customers rave about Billy's fish-finding expertise and exceptional service with kids

(46)

1-6 Guests

3-8 Hours

8 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$350

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jerry

February 1, 2025

Trip taken February 1, 2025

Lake, AM - 8.00hour Trip

6:00 AM - 2:00 PM

4 Guests

Great all around trip. Even thought the fish were a little slow, Brad went over and above to try and put us on the fish. we had a great time and look forward to booking again!

Clarks Hill Lake

33 years experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Bass Fishing • Freshwater Fishing

Guest Reviews Say:

Praised for putting guests on fish quickly and limiting out in hours

(41)

6-12 Guests

6-8 Hours

6 Trips

Available Next Week

Starts from$450

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Fishing Charters in Georgia, United States

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Georgia Fishing Charters (51 charters available)

Complete Guide to Georgia Fishing

Top Species

Alligator Gar

Atlantic Sharpnose Shark

Bigeye Tuna

Black Drum

Black Sea Bass

Blacktip Shark

Blue Catfish

Bluefish

Bluegill

Bonnethead Shark

Brook Trout

Brown Trout

Bull Shark

Channel Catfish

Cobia

Common Carp

Crappie

Crevalle Jack

Flathead Catfish

Gag Grouper

Golden Trout

Great Barracuda

Greater Amberjack

Green Sunfish

Grey Triggerfish

Hogfish

King Mackerel

Largemouth Bass

Lemon Shark

Lesser Amberjack

Little Tunny

Mahi Mahi or Common Dolphinfish

Ocean Triggerfish

Permit

Rainbow Trout

Red Grouper

Red Snapper

Redeye Bass

Redfish

Scalloped Hammerhead

Scamp Grouper

Sea Trout

Sheepshead

Smallmouth Bass

Smooth Hammerhead

Snook

Southern Flounder

Southern Stingray

Spanish Mackerel

Spinner Shark

Spotted Bass

Spotted Gar

Striped Bass

Summer Flounder

Tarpon

Thresher Shark

Tope Shark

Tripletail

Wahoo Fish

Walleye

White Bass

White Catfish

White Weakfish

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FAQs about Georgia

Who are the best rated guides in Georgia?

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