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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 the premier gamefish of Lake Murray, South Carolina. These powerful predators patrol the lake's 50,000 acres, feeding on abundant threadfin shad and blueback herring. - Trophy fish regularly exceed 20 inches in length. - Peak feeding occurs during dawn and dusk periods. - Spring and fall provide the most consistent action. - Deep structure and creek channels hold fish year-round.
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 premier guided fishing trips targeting trophy striped bass in Lake Murray's pristine South Carolina waters. With local expertise spanning decades on this renowned fishery, Danny provides all necessary tackle and equipment for successful outings. Recent trips have produced impressive catches including multiple striped bass in the 17-20 inch range, showcasing the lake's exceptional fishing opportunities. Whether you're an experienced angler or new to striper fishing, these guided trips deliver memorable experiences on one of the Southeast's most productive bass waters. Professional instruction, safety equipment, and local knowledge combine to maximize your chances of landing that trophy catch while enjoying Lake Murray's scenic beauty.
Guided Fishing Trip with Danny Kimble – Rates & Booking
Guide Danny Kimble of Hooked Up On Striper Guide Service LLC specializes in trophy striped bass fishing on Lake Murray's productive waters. Recent trips have yielded impressive catches including striped bass measuring 17-20 inches, demonstrating the consistent quality fishing this South Carolina lake provides. Danny includes all tackle, bait, and safety equipment with every guided trip, ensuring you're properly equipped for success. His intimate knowledge of Lake Murray's structure, seasonal patterns, and prime fishing locations gives clients a significant advantage in targeting these prized gamefish. Book your guided fishing adventure today and experience why Lake Murray ranks among the Southeast's premier striped bass destinations.
Highlights of Lake Murray Striped Bass Fishing
Lake Murray's 50,000 acres provide exceptional habitat for trophy striped bass, with deep channels, rocky points, and abundant forage creating ideal conditions year-round. The lake's healthy population of threadfin shad supports robust striper growth, regularly producing fish in the 15-25 inch range with occasional trophies exceeding 30 inches. Danny's guided trips focus on proven techniques including live bait fishing around submerged structure, trolling main lake points, and working creek mouths during active feeding periods.
The combination of clear water, diverse structure, and excellent baitfish populations makes Lake Murray a consistent producer for both numbers and quality. Spring and fall periods offer peak action as stripers move shallow to feed, while summer fishing remains productive by targeting deeper water and thermoclines where fish concentrate.
Local Species Insights: Striped Bass
Lake Murray's striped bass thrive in the lake's deep, well-oxygenated waters and abundant forage base. These powerful gamefish patrol main lake points, creek channels, and submerged roadbeds where they ambush schools of threadfin shad and blueback herring. During cooler months, stripers move into shallow coves and creek arms to feed aggressively, providing exciting topwater and shallow water fishing opportunities. Summer finds them suspended over deeper structure, requiring precise boat positioning and electronics to locate schools.
Danny's expertise in reading Lake Murray's seasonal patterns and understanding striper behavior ensures clients fish the most productive areas using appropriate techniques. Whether casting topwater lures during dawn feeding frenzies or presenting live bait around deep structure, his guidance maximizes your chances of connecting with these hard-fighting South Carolina gamefish.
Plan Your Guided Fishing Trip Day
Danny provides a fully equipped fishing experience with quality rods, reels, tackle, and fresh bait included in every trip. His boat accommodates small groups comfortably with ample fishing space and modern electronics for locating fish efficiently. Trips typically begin at dawn to take advantage of prime feeding periods, though afternoon and evening options are available based on seasonal patterns and client preferences.
All safety equipment including life jackets and first aid supplies are provided, and Danny maintains all necessary licensing and insurance for professional guide services. Clients should bring sun protection, beverages, and snacks for full-day trips. Danny's local knowledge extends beyond fishing to include Lake Murray's history, wildlife, and scenic highlights, making each trip both productive and educational.
