World-Class Striper Fishing on Clark Hill Lake

Striper Fishing Trip On Clarks Hill Lake

If you're serious about catching striped bass in Georgia, Captain James Weeks has the spot for you. Clarks Hill Lake serves up some of the best striper action in the Southeast, and this 6-hour charter gives you the time you need to really dial in on these hard-fighting fish. With room for up to 6 anglers and operating year-round, this trip lets you chase stripers when they're most active. Captain James knows every drop-off, point, and channel on this massive lake, and he's not shy about sharing the techniques that consistently put fish in the boat.

What to Expect on the Water

Your day starts early when the stripers are most active, especially during those prime feeding windows at dawn and dusk. Clarks Hill Lake spans over 71,000 acres, so having a captain who knows where the fish are holding makes all the difference. Captain James has been working these waters for years, reading the fish finder and watching for birds working the surface – classic signs that stripers are pushing baitfish up from the depths. The standard trip accommodates 3 guests, but the boat handles up to 6 comfortably, making it perfect for family outings or groups of friends looking to spend quality time on the water. The pace stays relaxed but focused, giving everyone plenty of opportunities to hook up while learning the nuances of striper fishing in these Georgia waters.

Trolling and Live Bait Tactics

Captain James runs a mix of techniques depending on what the fish are telling him on any given day. Trolling with umbrella rigs and Alabama rigs covers water fast and triggers aggressive strikes from schooling stripers. When the fish are deeper, you'll drop down with live bait – threadfin shad work magic here, especially around the lake's numerous creek channels and submerged structures. The captain provides all the gear, from heavy-action rods that can handle 20-pound stripers to the electronics that keep you on top of the schools. You'll learn to read the fish finder, understand how stripers relate to structure, and pick up tricks for adjusting your presentation based on water temperature and time of year. The lake's clear water means these fish can be picky, but Captain James knows how to adjust leader length, bait size, and retrieval speed to keep the action going.

What Anglers Are Saying

"Capt. James was wonderful. We had a grand time. Stripers were elusive at first but he found them. We caught our limit. Will definitely schedule another trip!!" - amber

"Great time fishing with Capt Weeks! He will put you on the fish, very knowledgeable & great conversations!" - John

"Outstanding Fishing Trip, looking forward to the next one. Captain Weeks Rocks! The very best guide I have ever had, he helps you put Fish in the boat which equals fish in my freezer!" - David Myers

Species You'll Want to Hook

Striped bass are the crown jewel of Clarks Hill Lake, and for good reason. These silver-sided fighters can range anywhere from schoolie size up to trophy fish pushing 30 pounds or more. The lake's population stays healthy thanks to ongoing stocking efforts and excellent habitat, with fish feeding heavily on the abundant threadfin and gizzard shad populations. Spring and fall offer the most consistent action as stripers move shallow to feed, but summer fishing can be phenomenal early in the morning or late evening when the fish push baitfish to the surface in massive feeding frenzies. What makes striped bass so addictive is their power – they make long, bulldogging runs and aren't shy about jumping when hooked. The lake's deep, clear water means these fish stay strong and healthy, giving you that heart-pounding fight that keeps anglers coming back. Winter fishing stays productive too, as stripers school up in deeper water and feed aggressively when you find them holding around points and channel swings.

Time to Book Your Spot

Captain James runs trips seven days a week, year-round, so you can plan your striper adventure around your schedule. The 6-hour format gives you enough time to adjust tactics, move spots, and really capitalize when you find active fish. At $2 per fish for cleaning and filleting, you can head home with a cooler full of excellent eating fish – striped bass make some of the best table fare you'll find in freshwater. For groups larger than 6, Captain James can arrange multiple boats with advance notice, making this perfect for corporate outings, family reunions, or just a group of friends who want to experience world-class striper fishing together. Don't wait around hoping for good fishing reports – book your trip with one of Georgia's top-rated striper guides and get ready to see why Clarks Hill Lake has earned its reputation as a premier striped bass destination.