If fishing in Columbia is on your bucket list, look no further than Playin Hooky Fishing Guide. Your guide for the day is Captain Ronnie, so you'll benefit from years of professional experience.
"I booked this trip as a Father’s Day gift for my husband because he loves fishing, and it turned out to be an amazing experience!" — Shunte,
Rod Bendin Guide Service offers you a memorable day on the water full of fishing. Based in Columbia, South Carolina, Captain William Faircloth will take you to Lake Murray for a safe, fun, and enjoyable trip.
"Took my dad and two best friends out with Captain Chris and had an absolute blast." — Jeremy,
Fogman Fisheries LLC bids you a warm welcome to Columbia, South Carolina! Pick a day that suits you and let Captain James Lindler take you on a memorable fishing trip on Lake Murray.
"Everything that we were looking for from a charter captain on our trip was checked off by Capt." — Matthew,
Book your next trip with Captain Chip and find out what keeps anglers coming back to Lake Murray for more. Captain Chip will be your guide, which allows you to benefit from 48 years of angling experience on Lake Murray.
"We had an awesome time on the water today. Captain Chip was patient, incredibly knowledgeable, and clearly very experienced." — Patrick,
Enjoy a beautiful day in Lake Murray in South Carolina while chasing one of the most targeted fish in SC, Striped Bass! These Stripers put up a tough fight and are delicious on the table.
"Captain Tim George gave us a great day of Striper fishing. He was a pleasure to fish with and ran an organized, clean boat with quality equipment." — George,
If you're here to make the most of fishing in South Carolina, look no further than SNAP Hunter's Guide Service. Captain Brandon Poole will be your guide, which means you'll tap into years of professional experience.
"This was a birthday present for two grandchildren. The guide a was great and and was good with kids on trip." — Geoff,
Irmo has a fish with your name on it, so let Carolina Catch Co help you catch it! Having logged many hours on various waterways in Georgia and South Carolina, Captain Mat is prepared to put you on fish.
"Mat was Great, he took us to many different spots, gave us Great info, strategies, & comraderie." — Michael,
Palmetto Guide Services LLC is a USCG licensed and insured guide service on Lake Murray. Nothing refreshes the body and mind like a few hours of freshwater fishing, so join Captain Josh. He welcomes you aboard, regardless of your angling skills.
"Striper trip for my son’s birthday and man did we slay. Josh had everything rigged and ready with a plan to get after it." — John,
If you're ready to get hooked on Lake Murray Striper fishing, look no further than Cannon Fishing Carolina. Having logged many hours on Miss Murray, Captain Jason is prepared to put you on fish.
"Captain Jason was terrific! Knowledgeable about Lake Murray, and specifically Striped Bass." — Robin-Lynn,
Irmo sits on the shores of Lake Murray, a 50,000-acre freshwater playground famous for hard-fighting Striped Bass and year-round action. Irmo fishing charters put you close to the lake's main channels, coves, and long points where baitfish gather and predators follow. Expect opportunities for trophy Stripers at first light, plus steady options for Largemouth Bass, Crappie, Bluegill, and Catfish as conditions change through the seasons.
Spring brings warming water, shallow bait movement, and aggressive topwater strikes. Summer charters often start before sunrise or wrap up at dusk, targeting deeper ledges with live bait or downriggers when the sun is high. In fall, schooling fish push bait to the surface, rewarding anglers who are ready to cast quickly. Winter trips slow the pace, focusing on structure and vertical presentations where fish stack up for reliable action even on cool days.
Whether you're planning a family-friendly outing or dialing in a species-specific trip, local captains tailor techniques to the bite—trolling umbrella rigs for Stripers, working jerkbaits and soft plastics for Bass, spider-rigging for Crappie, or soaking cut bait for hefty Cats. Calm lake conditions, quick runs to productive spots, and abundant wildlife make Irmo a comfortable, scenic choice for all experience levels.
With convenient access points around town and short runs to open water, Irmo fishing charters help you maximize time on the fish. Bring sun protection and layers, and let your guide handle tackle, bait, and on-the-water strategy. If you're looking for freshwater variety, dependable action, and a welcoming lakeside community, Irmo is a standout destination to cast off and connect with your next personal best.
