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Palmetto Guide Services LLC 

5.0/5 (45 reviews)
 6 South Carolina 6, Columbia, SC 29212, United States–
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Palmetto Guide Services LLC 

5.0/5 (45 reviews)
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6 South Carolina 6
Columbia, SC, United States
Trips & prices Targeted species Boat info What's biting What's included Contact captain
Trips & prices What's included Targeted species Boat info Reviews Contact captain

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. If you're a beginner, this is a perfect chance to take the rod and start using it like a pro.

The trip takes place on a 25' SeaPro boat that accommodates up to 6 guests. This center console was built in 2019 and has the latest navigational electronics and she's powered by a 200 HP Suzuki engine. You'll also find a cooler, a live bait tank, and a wireless trolling motor on the boat.

You'll go after Striped Bass using different approaches. For Stripe Bass, you'll use rods with live bait and pull planer boards. You get to keep the catch, so it's best to bring a cooler if you're planning to keep the fish for later.

Capt. Josh covers your fishing equipment and bottled water. Feel free to bring other drinks with you and prepare some food. You'll need to purchase your fishing license before the trip.

For a fun and memorable day on the water, give Palmetto Guide Services a call and go catch some fish!

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Popular features
Live bait
You keep catch
Drinks
Child friendly
Ice box
Popular features
Live bait
You keep catch
Drinks
Child friendly
Ice box
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Rating

5.0
45 reviews
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43
4
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2
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5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (59)

A cooler filled with freshly caught striped bass, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
A young angler stands on the bow of a boat, gazing out over the calm waters at sunset, showcasing a serene fishing environment.
A young angler proudly displaying a striped bass while fishing during sunset on the water.
An angler proudly displaying a large Striped Bass while fishing on a sunny day.
An angler proudly displaying a striped bass while fishing on a sunny day, showcasing the excitement of a successful catch.
A young angler proudly displaying a striped bass while fishing at sunset on a boat.
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What anglers say

96%
Recommended
100%
Caught fish

All reviews (45)

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Harold Blair
Harold Blair
5.0
Verified
Lake Murray Striper Fishing with Capt. Josh Freeman
6 Hour Trip on April 25, 2025 • 5 adults
If you want to striper fish on Lake Murray, you need to plan a trip with Capt Josh! He is a very experienced captain and knows what it takes to catch stripers on any given day. After almost 30 years of experience, Capt Josh has learned what it takes to help you catch fish. He knows all the considerations that are required to determine when,where,and how to fish for a successful trip. If you want to book a trip for striper fishing on Lake Murray, you need to go with Capt. Josh if you want the best chance of being successful! My sons,grandsons, and I had a great trip with Capt. Josh and highly recommend him. He's the best!
A young angler proudly displaying a striped bass while fishing on a calm day.
A cooler filled with multiple striped bass, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
A young angler proudly displaying a striped bass while fishing on a calm waterway.
An angler proudly displaying a large striped bass while fishing on a calm lake.
An angler proudly displaying a large striped bass while fishing on a boat, showcasing a successful day on the water.
An angler proudly displaying a large striped bass while fishing on a boat, showcasing a successful outing.
Angler proudly displaying a striped bass while fishing on a calm lake, showcasing a successful catch during a fishing trip.
An angler proudly displaying a large striped bass while fishing on a calm lake.
Angler proudly displaying a large striped bass while fishing on a lake, showcasing the excitement of a successful catch.
A large striped bass resting on the deck of a fishing boat, showcasing the catch from a recent fishing trip.
Reported catch:
Striped Bass
0
Robert Forrester
Robert Forrester
5.0
Verified
Windy June Morning
6 Hour Trip on June 18, 2025 • 4 adults
Had a great time with Captain Josh. Not only does he put you on fish he shares his time with you like he has known you all your life. It was my honor to share this time with him. The bite slowed and he explained why we should move in detail to give us the opportunity to catch more fish. Our whole group really enjoyed the trip and I am sure they will be talking about it until our next time.
A young angler proudly displaying a striped bass while fishing during sunset on the water.
An angler proudly displaying a large Striped Bass while fishing on a sunny day.
An angler proudly displaying a striped bass while fishing on a sunny day, showcasing the excitement of a successful catch.
A young angler proudly displaying a striped bass while fishing at sunset on a boat.
Reported catch:
Striped Bass
0
Michael Sexton
Michael Sexton
5.0
Verified
Fantastic Fishing
6 Hour Trip on April 19, 2025 • 2 adults • 1 child
This fishing trip with Captain Josh was a birthday gift for 3 guys in our family. It was an incredible experience! Got more than was ever expected. 28 stripe bass from Lake Murray with 9 keepers. Couldn’t been more perfect. Will definitely book another trip with Palmetto and Captain Josh. This was the adventure of a lifetime for these fellows. Ten stars out of five for excellence.
An angler proudly displaying a large striped bass while fishing on a calm morning, showcasing the excitement of a successful catch.
Reported catch:
Striped Bass
0
Felicia Greer
Felicia Greer
5.0
Verified
Amazing Day!
6 Hour Trip on November 15, 2025 • 4 adults
Thanks Captain Josh! Our fishing experience was the best. Josh's patience and knowledge and amazing personality made our fishing adventure outstanding and memorable! Will be seeing you again this summer.
A young angler stands on the bow of a boat, gazing out over the calm waters at sunset, showcasing a serene fishing environment.
A cooler filled with freshly caught striped bass, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
Reported catch:
Striped Bass
0
Matthew Borjes
Matthew Borjes
5.0
Verified
Great day of fishing on Lake Murray!
6 Hour Trip on April 18, 2025 • 3 adults
Josh is a great Captain, host and guide! Made us feel like family and put us on the fish!
An angler proudly displaying a large striped bass while fishing on a serene lake, showcasing a successful day on the water.
An angler proudly displaying a striped bass while fishing on a boat, showcasing a successful day on the water.
An angler proudly displaying a large Striped Bass while fishing on a calm lake, showcasing a successful catch during a sunny day.
An angler proudly displaying a striped bass while fishing on a sunny day, showcasing the excitement of a successful catch.
Angler proudly displaying a large Striped Bass while fishing on a boat, showcasing a successful day on the water.
An angler proudly displaying a large Striped Bass while fishing on a clear day, showcasing the excitement of a successful catch.
An angler proudly displaying a striped bass while on a fishing trip, showcasing the excitement of a successful catch.
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6 Hour Trip
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6 Hour Trip
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US $500
Entire boat: up to 3 people
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Rating

5.0
45 reviews
5
43
4
0
3
0
2
0
1
0
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (59)

A cooler filled with freshly caught striped bass, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
A young angler stands on the bow of a boat, gazing out over the calm waters at sunset, showcasing a serene fishing environment.
A young angler proudly displaying a striped bass while fishing during sunset on the water.
An angler proudly displaying a large Striped Bass while fishing on a sunny day.
An angler proudly displaying a striped bass while fishing on a sunny day, showcasing the excitement of a successful catch.
A young angler proudly displaying a striped bass while fishing at sunset on a boat.
+53

What anglers say

96%
Recommended
100%
Caught fish

All reviews (45)

Filter
Showing 1 – 5 of 45 reviews
Harold Blair
Harold Blair
5.0
Verified
Lake Murray Striper Fishing with Capt. Josh Freeman
6 Hour Trip on April 25, 2025 • 5 adults
If you want to striper fish on Lake Murray, you need to plan a trip with Capt Josh! He is a very experienced captain and knows what it takes to catch stripers on any given day. After almost 30 years of experience, Capt Josh has learned what it takes to help you catch fish. He knows all the considerations that are required to determine when,where,and how to fish for a successful trip. If you want to book a trip for striper fishing on Lake Murray, you need to go with Capt. Josh if you want the best chance of being successful! My sons,grandsons, and I had a great trip with Capt. Josh and highly recommend him. He's the best!
A young angler proudly displaying a striped bass while fishing on a calm day.
A cooler filled with multiple striped bass, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
A young angler proudly displaying a striped bass while fishing on a calm waterway.
An angler proudly displaying a large striped bass while fishing on a calm lake.
An angler proudly displaying a large striped bass while fishing on a boat, showcasing a successful day on the water.
An angler proudly displaying a large striped bass while fishing on a boat, showcasing a successful outing.
Angler proudly displaying a striped bass while fishing on a calm lake, showcasing a successful catch during a fishing trip.
An angler proudly displaying a large striped bass while fishing on a calm lake.
Angler proudly displaying a large striped bass while fishing on a lake, showcasing the excitement of a successful catch.
A large striped bass resting on the deck of a fishing boat, showcasing the catch from a recent fishing trip.
Reported catch:
Striped Bass
0
Robert Forrester
Robert Forrester
5.0
Verified
Windy June Morning
6 Hour Trip on June 18, 2025 • 4 adults
Had a great time with Captain Josh. Not only does he put you on fish he shares his time with you like he has known you all your life. It was my honor to share this time with him. The bite slowed and he explained why we should move in detail to give us the opportunity to catch more fish. Our whole group really enjoyed the trip and I am sure they will be talking about it until our next time.
A young angler proudly displaying a striped bass while fishing during sunset on the water.
An angler proudly displaying a large Striped Bass while fishing on a sunny day.
An angler proudly displaying a striped bass while fishing on a sunny day, showcasing the excitement of a successful catch.
A young angler proudly displaying a striped bass while fishing at sunset on a boat.
Reported catch:
Striped Bass
0
Michael Sexton
Michael Sexton
5.0
Verified
Fantastic Fishing
6 Hour Trip on April 19, 2025 • 2 adults • 1 child
This fishing trip with Captain Josh was a birthday gift for 3 guys in our family. It was an incredible experience! Got more than was ever expected. 28 stripe bass from Lake Murray with 9 keepers. Couldn’t been more perfect. Will definitely book another trip with Palmetto and Captain Josh. This was the adventure of a lifetime for these fellows. Ten stars out of five for excellence.
An angler proudly displaying a large striped bass while fishing on a calm morning, showcasing the excitement of a successful catch.
Reported catch:
Striped Bass
0
Felicia Greer
Felicia Greer
5.0
Verified
Amazing Day!
6 Hour Trip on November 15, 2025 • 4 adults
Thanks Captain Josh! Our fishing experience was the best. Josh's patience and knowledge and amazing personality made our fishing adventure outstanding and memorable! Will be seeing you again this summer.
A young angler stands on the bow of a boat, gazing out over the calm waters at sunset, showcasing a serene fishing environment.
A cooler filled with freshly caught striped bass, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
Reported catch:
Striped Bass
0
Matthew Borjes
Matthew Borjes
5.0
Verified
Great day of fishing on Lake Murray!
6 Hour Trip on April 18, 2025 • 3 adults
Josh is a great Captain, host and guide! Made us feel like family and put us on the fish!
An angler proudly displaying a large striped bass while fishing on a serene lake, showcasing a successful day on the water.
An angler proudly displaying a striped bass while fishing on a boat, showcasing a successful day on the water.
An angler proudly displaying a large Striped Bass while fishing on a calm lake, showcasing a successful catch during a sunny day.
An angler proudly displaying a striped bass while fishing on a sunny day, showcasing the excitement of a successful catch.
Angler proudly displaying a large Striped Bass while fishing on a boat, showcasing a successful day on the water.
An angler proudly displaying a large Striped Bass while fishing on a clear day, showcasing the excitement of a successful catch.
An angler proudly displaying a striped bass while on a fishing trip, showcasing the excitement of a successful catch.
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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
2019
Boat manufacturer
Sea Pro
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 200HP
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