Top-Rated Clarks Hill Lake Combo Fishing Trip

Beginner Combo Fishing Charter on Clarks Hill Lake

Looking for the perfect introduction to Georgia's fishing scene? William Sasser Guide Service has you covered with our 8-hour beginner combo charter on Clarks Hill Lake. This top-rated trip targets both striped bass and crappie, giving you double the action and twice the fun. Whether you're brand new to fishing or want to sharpen your skills, our experienced guides will put you on fish while teaching you techniques that'll last a lifetime. We keep groups small – just 1 to 3 anglers per trip – so you get the personal attention you deserve. At $600 for up to three people, with extra spots at $125 each, it's one of the best values you'll find on this renowned 71,000-acre lake.

What to Expect on the Water

Your day starts early when we meet at the launch, and from there, it's all about putting you on productive water. Clarks Hill Lake stretches across the Georgia-South Carolina border, and we know every creek, point, and structure where fish love to hang out. Our guides will take you to multiple spots throughout the day, adjusting tactics based on what the fish are telling us. You won't need to bring a thing – we supply all the rods, reels, tackle, and bait. The boat is equipped with top-notch electronics to locate schools of fish, and we'll teach you how to read what we're seeing on the screen. Since we only run one trip per day, you get our full focus and energy. No rushing between charters or cutting corners – just a solid day of fishing with guides who genuinely want you to succeed.

Tactics That Catch Fish

Combo fishing means switching between techniques as we target different species throughout the day. For striped bass, we might start with live bait fishing around main lake points, then move to trolling umbrella rigs or throwing topwater when we mark schools. The stripers here love chasing shad in open water, so we'll position you where the action is hottest. When we're after crappie, expect to fish around submerged timber, brush piles, and creek channels using jigs and minnows. We'll teach you how to feel the subtle crappie bite and set the hook at just the right moment. Our tackle boxes are loaded with proven lures for both species – everything from spoons and bucktails for stripers to tube jigs and spider rigs for crappie. You'll learn knot tying, proper rod handling, and how to fight fish without losing them at the boat. These aren't just fishing lessons; they're skills you'll use every time you hit the water.

Customer Stories

"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!" - jerry. "We love Bradd and the Sasser family. They always deliver great service and a great experience. Another memorable day with loved ones." - Michael. "Had a great trip. Brad went over and above to make sure we had a great trip." - Douglas.

Species You'll Want to Hook

Striped bass are the crown jewel of Clarks Hill Lake, and for good reason. These silver rockets can weigh anywhere from 3 to 20 pounds, with some real giants lurking in the deeper waters. Spring and fall are prime time when they're actively feeding and more aggressive, but summer mornings can produce explosive topwater action that'll get your heart pumping. Stripers are schooling fish, so when you find one, there are usually more nearby. They fight hard with powerful runs and head shakes that'll test your drag and your nerves. What makes them special here is the lake's abundant threadfin shad population – it's like an all-you-can-eat buffet that keeps these fish fat and healthy year-round.

Crappie might be smaller, but they make up for size with numbers and taste. These black and white beauties typically run 10 to 14 inches in Clarks Hill, with some slabs pushing 16 inches or better. They're structure-oriented fish, meaning they hang around fallen trees, brush piles, and creek channels. Spring spawning season is legendary here, when crappie move shallow and bite aggressively, but they're catchable year-round if you know where to look. Winter fishing can be outstanding when they school up in deeper water. Crappie have paper-thin mouths, so it's all about a gentle touch and keeping steady pressure. They're also some of the best eating fish in the lake – sweet, flaky meat that's perfect for the dinner table.

Time to Book Your Spot

This customer favorite combo charter fills up fast, especially during peak seasons when both species are biting strong. With only one trip per day, we can't accommodate everyone who wants to fish with us, so planning ahead is smart. The 8-hour format gives us plenty of time to find fish, teach techniques, and make sure you leave with both knowledge and confidence. You'll walk away understanding how to target two of Georgia's most popular species, plus you'll have memories of a day spent on one of the Southeast's best fishing lakes. Our guides take pride in creating repeat customers – folks who come back year after year because they know they'll have a great time and learn something new. Don't wait to experience what makes William Sasser Guide Service the go-to choice for Clarks Hill Lake fishing adventures.