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Hooked Up On Striper Guide Service LLC Guided
Striped Bass Fishing at Lake Murray with Guide Danny Kimble
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Striped bass are powerful gamefish known for their fighting ability and schooling behavior. These fish are easily identified by their silver sides with distinct horizontal black stripes running from head to tail. - Originally saltwater fish that have adapted to freshwater lake systems. - Feed primarily on shad, herring, and other baitfish. - Form large schools when feeding, creating exciting surface action. - Can live over 20 years in optimal conditions.
Guided Fishing Trip by Guide Danny Kimble in December
Meet your Guide Danny Kimble
- Crappie and Bass Fishing On Lake Murray, SC
Summary
Guide Danny Kimble of Hooked Up On Striper Guide Service LLC offers professional guided fishing trips targeting striped bass on Lake Murray near Lexington, South Carolina. Known for consistent action and trophy catches, these charters provide all necessary tackle and local expertise for both novice and experienced anglers. Lake Murray's clear waters and abundant structure create ideal conditions for landing quality stripers year-round, with peak action during early morning and evening hours when fish move into shallow feeding areas.
Guided Fishing Trip with Danny Kimble – Rates & Booking
Guide Danny Kimble of Hooked Up On Striper Guide Service LLC provides expert striped bass fishing on Lake Murray's productive waters. These guided trips include all fishing gear, tackle, and local knowledge needed for a successful day on the water. Danny's experience with Lake Murray's seasonal patterns and productive structure ensures guests get the most from their fishing adventure. Contact directly for current rates, availability, and to secure your preferred date.
Highlights of Lake Murray Striped Bass Fishing
Lake Murray offers some of South Carolina's most consistent striped bass fishing, with healthy populations of both resident and hybrid stripers. The lake's 50,000 acres provide diverse fishing opportunities from deep water trolling to shallow water casting around points and creek mouths. Danny focuses on proven techniques including live bait fishing with herring and shad, as well as artificial lures when fish are actively feeding on the surface.
Recent trips have produced impressive catches, with stripers ranging from keeper size to trophy class fish. The lake's clear water and abundant forage base support strong fish populations, making it an ideal destination for both experienced anglers and families new to striper fishing.
Local Species Insights: Striped Bass
Striped bass thrive in Lake Murray's environment, with both landlocked stripers and hybrid striped bass providing excellent fishing opportunities. These fish patrol the lake's main channels, creek arms, and shallow flats depending on season and water temperature. During warmer months, early morning and late evening produce the best action as stripers move shallow to feed on shad schools. Winter fishing focuses on deeper structure where fish hold in more stable water temperatures.
Plan Your Guided Fishing Trip Day
Danny provides a fully equipped boat suitable for up to six anglers, with all rods, reels, tackle, and bait included in the trip cost. Trips typically launch from one of Lake Murray's convenient boat ramps, with departure times adjusted for optimal fishing conditions. Guests should bring sunscreen, drinks, snacks, and a valid South Carolina fishing license. The boat features comfortable seating, safety equipment, and fish cleaning facilities for a complete fishing experience.
