Nav-a-gator Charter Service
+240Nav-a-gator Charter Service will take you on an unforgettable Catfishing trip! Based on Lake Marion, the largest lake in South Carolina, Captain Brad runs fishing trips year round. He’s been fishing the Santee Cooper lakes his whole life and he specialized in catching Catfish. With an experienced guide like this, you simply can’t go wrong.
Capt. Brad welcomes you aboard his 25’ Crest boat. This pontoon accommodates up to 6 guests and there’s enough room for everyone to fish at the same time. She’s powered by a Suzuki 150 engine and features all necessary navigational and safety equipment.
You’ll target Catfish using either drifting or bottom fishing. It usually takes 10–30 minutes to reach the fishing spots, depending on where the fish are. You can choose between half day and full day trips and, during the summer, there’s a special adventure – night trip.
The trip price covers your fishing equipment and fresh baitI. The captain provides a cooler for your catch. If you’re planning to take your catch with you then you will need to bring a cooler,just leave it in your vehicle. You will need a fishing license, which can be bought online at Scdnr or in local Walmart.
Fish with a knowledgeable captain, fish with Nav-a-gator Charter Service!
Captain
Brad Padgett
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+545Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Appropriate for children
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Caught fish
95%
- Regularly produces trophy catfish catches, with individual fish weighing up to 30 pounds
- Captain Brad uses adaptive fishing strategies, including frequent spot changes, to maximize action
- Trips are family-friendly and designed to engage anglers of all ages
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Great day on the lake
Full Day Trip on April 10, 2025
We had a great trip with Captain Brad. Very likable and put us right on the fish. Cooler was full before 11am. Had 10 fish I. The cooler and over 130 lbs. highly recommend Captain Brad for your next fishing trip
We had a great trip with Captain Brad. Very likable and put us right on the fish. Cooler was full before 11am. Had 10 fish I. The cooler and over 130 lbs. highly recommend Captain Brad for your next fishing trip
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Excellent trip and captain
Full Day Trip on March 22, 2025
the boat was very comfortable and had an enclosed cabin for the cold morning ride. The captain knew his stuff and put us on the fish. Also got us hooked up with someone to clean and pack the fillets.
the boat was very comfortable and had an enclosed cabin for the cold morning ride. The captain knew his stuff and put us on the fish. Also got us hooked up with someone to clean and pack the fillets.
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Tough bite
Full Day Trip on March 19, 2025
The bites were hard to come by but Captain Brad kept making adjustments and moving until he had us a nice mess of some quality catfish. It made for a memorable trip for three generations of fishermen.
The bites were hard to come by but Captain Brad kept making adjustments and moving until he had us a nice mess of some quality catfish. It made for a memorable trip for three generations of fishermen.
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Fin catfish trip!
Full Day Trip on April 22, 2025
Highly recommend Capt. Padgett for a catfish charter trip! We caught a good amount of fish throughout the day with a few in the 15-pound range. The fish weren’t as active as usual, but Capt. Padgett moved around and tried different techniques to find fish. We had a great time!
Highly recommend Capt. Padgett for a catfish charter trip! We caught a good amount of fish throughout the day with a few in the 15-pound range. The fish weren’t as active as usual, but Capt. Padgett moved around and tried different techniques to find fish. We had a great time!
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Wonderful day of fishing
Full Day Trip on June 27, 2025
First time here and wasn’t sure what to expect. Had a great time catching catfish. The day started slow but we left with a cooler full of fish
First time here and wasn’t sure what to expect. Had a great time catching catfish. The day started slow but we left with a cooler full of fish
FAQs about Nav-a-gator Charter Service
What are the trip rates for Nav-a-gator Charter Service?
Nav-a-gator Charter Service offers the following trips to customers:
- US $350 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (4 hours)
- US $400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Nav-a-gator Charter Service?
When you book a trip with Nav-a-gator Charter Service, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- Toilet Porta-potty
- GPS
- Fishfinder
What's included in the trip price with Nav-a-gator Charter Service?
Trips booked with Nav-a-gator Charter Service include:
- Rods, reels & tackle (Abu Garcia reels and Ugly Stick rods)
- Lures
What types of fishing does Nav-a-gator Charter Service offer?
Nav-a-gator Charter Service offers the following type of fishing:
- Lake Fishing
What fishing techniques does Nav-a-gator Charter Service offer?
Nav-a-gator Charter Service offers the following fishing techniques:
- Bottom Fishing
- Drift Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Nav-a-gator Charter Service?
Top targeted fish species with Nav-a-gator Charter Service include:
- Catfish
Your captain
Summerton, South Carolina, United States
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
"I have been fishing the Santee Cooper lakes for over 30 years and have always had great success catching big Cats. I decided it was time to love my job so I became a licensed fishing guide." Capt. Brad is an example of how it's never too late to follow your passion. He started fishing when he was 5 years old, had it as a hobby, and finally turned it into a profession.
The fish you can target
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
Lake Fishing
Which fishing techniques you can try
Bottom Fishing
Drift Fishing
Which amenities are available onboard
Toilet
Porta-potty
GPS
Fishfinder
What’s included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Abu Garcia reels and Ugly Stick rods
Lures
How cancellations work
Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
What the listing policies are
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
At least 3 years old
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
How you can pay
Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
Cash
What’s biting in Summerton right now
Catfish