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Big Bite Charters – Lake Lanier 

5.0
(43 reviews)
 Charleston Park Road 5850, Cumming, GA 30041, United States–
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Big Bite Charters – Lake Lanier 

Cumming, GA, United States
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24 ft
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5.0
(43 reviews)
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Enjoy a beautiful day on Lake Lanier cranking in one of Georgia's most sought after game fish, Striped Bass! These Stripers fight hard and are excellent on the table. Big Bite Charters is here to help you catch them! Captain Andrew will teach you the best ways to go after your trophy and catch fish more easily on any future day of fishing.

Captain Andrew's quick 24' Blazer Bay boat is equipped with the latest Hummingbird, Minn Kota, and Power Pole technology to constantly keep you on the bite. The boat is powered by a 300 HP Mercury engine that will take you to your fishing spot in no time.

Striped Bass is the start of the show but it's not your only target. You can also go after Spotted Bass and compare the action you get from these targets. Try out different techniques and see which one brings the most success.

All the fishing equipment, bait, lures, rods/reels, tackle, and coolers of ice is provided free of charge. The only thing you need to bring is your food/drinks for the day and a GA fishing license. You may also request a pickup by boat anywhere on the lake as long as it's within a reasonable distance from the fishing grounds.

Big Bite Charters is looking forward to sharing a great day of catching and unforgettable memories on the water with you soon!

Enjoy a beautiful day on Lake Lanier cranking in one of Georgia's most sought after game fish, Striped Bass! These Stripers fight hard and are excellent on the table. Big Bite Charters is here to help you catch them! Captain Andrew will teach you the best ways to go after your trophy and catch fish more easily on any future day of fishing.

Captain Andrew's quick 24' Blazer Bay boat is equipped with the latest Hummingbird, Minn Kota, and Power Pole technology to constantly keep you on the bite. The boat is powered by a 300 HP Mercury engine that will take you to your fishing spot in no time.

Striped Bass is the start of the show but it's not your only target. You can also go after Spotted Bass and compare the action you get from these targets. Try out different techniques and see which one brings the most success.

All the fishing equipment, bait, lures, rods/reels, tackle, and coolers of ice is provided free of charge. The only thing you need to bring is your food/drinks for the day and a GA fishing license. You may also request a pickup by boat anywhere on the lake as long as it's within a reasonable distance from the fishing grounds.

Big Bite Charters is looking forward to sharing a great day of catching and unforgettable memories on the water with you soon!

Andrew Hammond
Captain
Andrew Hammond
26 years of experience
responds within an hour
Popular features
Live bait
Pickup included
You keep catch
Drinks
Child friendly
Popular features
Live bait
Pickup included
You keep catch
Drinks
Child friendly

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Weekday 1/2 Day Morning 5 Hour
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
Bass (Striped)
Bass (Largemouth)
Crappie
Catfish
+2
US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
Weekday 1/2 Day Afternoon 5 Hour
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
Bass (Striped)
Bass (Largemouth)
Crappie
Catfish
+2
US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
Weekday Full Day 6 Hour
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
Bass (Striped)
Bass (Largemouth)
Crappie
Catfish
+2
US $625
Entire boat: 2 people
Weekend Warrior 5 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Seasonal trip
(Sat, Sun)
Bass (Striped)
Bass (Largemouth)
Crappie
Catfish
+1
US $650
Entire boat: 2 people
Weekday Pro Angler 7 Hours
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
7 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
Bass (Striped)
Bass (Largemouth)
Crappie
Catfish
+2
US $700
Entire boat: 2 people
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5.0
43 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
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What anglers say

97%
Great experience
100%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
100%
Recommended
100%
Caught fish

All reviews (43)

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Shawn Mcgowan
Shawn Mcgowan
Repeat angler
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2020
6 trips
5.0
Verified
Great Day on the Water
Weekday Full Day 6 Hour on April 30, 2026 • 3 adults

We had a great time and caught some real quality fish. Andrew really knows the lake and is in tune with the fish habits. We moved around and stayed on the bite all day.

Tanner Walker
Tanner Walker
Repeat angler
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2024
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Best Charter ever
Weekend Warrior 5 Hour Trip on April 11, 2026 • 2 adults

tons of fish. great guide. this is the charter you want.

Reported catch:
Striped Bass
Spotted Bass
Ronny Anderson
Ronny Anderson
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2021
5.0
Verified
Best Trip We've Been On
Weekday Full Day 6 Hour on August 20, 2024 • 2 adults

My wife and I booked a trip with Big Bite Charters and Captain Andrew Hammond to celebrate our 47th wedding anniversary. We have been on several charter fishing trips in the past but this one was ABSOLUTELY the best we have ever been on. The trip started off good with the captain being at the dock early and ready to get to work. As with any Striper fishing trip we spent a few minutes tracking them down as they always roam around during the night but in no time Captain Andrew found them and had our rods in the water. Let the fun begin! I can't give enough praise for Capt. Andrew. He worked tirelessly keeping our rods baited and in the water for the entire trip. His knowledge, skill and experience is incredible. We not only had a great time catching fish but also an enjoyable, informative, and absolutely delightful time. His equipment is outstanding, clean and well maintained. SO... if you are looking for a awesome charter Big Bite Charters with Captain Andrew Hammond is the one to choose.

Roger Mclemore
Roger Mclemore
Repeat angler
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2024
3 trips
5.0
Verified
February Striper Fishing
Weekday Pro Angler 7 Hours on February 17, 2024 • 1 adult • 1 child

It was a cold cold morning. Bite just wasn’t there all day. We were marking tons of fish all day but just couldn’t get them to bite. Cap Andrew was on the fish. Just this this time of year all the striper just are all over the lake scattered and sometimes they’re hungry and sometimes they’re not. Tons of bait fish in the water and they were chasing them. Weird we fished with herring and rainbow trout. Fished all depths from 5 ft up to 80 ft. Worked ridges, deep channels, dead drops, brush piles and wherever we could find fish. Haha. Just a tough day on the water. But the prize striper came about 30 mins from pushing off the dock this morning. Fun day and learned a lot. Fantastic Guide!

Reported catch:
Striped Bass
Spotted Bass
Darrell Smith
Darrell Smith
Repeat angler
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2023
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Captain Andrew was great
Weekday Pro Angler 7 Hours on August 27, 2025 • 5 adults

Captain Andrew went above and beyond to ensure that we had an eventful trip and we all caught plenty of fish. Wonderful team building for my guys. Definitely a great trip on the lake!

FAQs about Big Bite Charters – Lake Lanier

Big Bite Charters – Lake Lanier offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Weekday 1/2 Day Afternoon 5 Hour (5 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Weekday 1/2 Day Morning 5 Hour (5 hours)
  • US $625 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Weekday Full Day 6 Hour (6 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Weekend Warrior 5 Hour Trip (5 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Weekday Pro Angler 7 Hours (7 hours)
When you book a trip with Big Bite Charters – Lake Lanier, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge 2nd station tower
  • Live bait well
  • Multimedia system
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Big Bite Charters – Lake Lanier include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Drinks (Bottle Waters)
Big Bite Charters – Lake Lanier offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing
  • Lake fishing
Big Bite Charters – Lake Lanier offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly fishing
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Big Bite Charters – Lake Lanier include:
  • Bass (Spotted)
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Catfish
  • Crappie

Your captain

Andrew Hammond
Andrew Hammond
Cumming, Georgia, United States
3 Fishing Reports
48 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since June 2020
Your guide Andrew Hammond is a USCG licensed, insured, and federally permitted Captain who grew up fishing on Florida's Nature Coast near Homosassa and Crystal River, FL. Capt. Andrew has over 20 years of experience guiding the Gulf Coast of FL from the panhandle down to the 10,000 Islands. When he relocated to the Atlanta area, Andrew had over 12 very successful years chasing Stripers on Lake Lanier, GA.
Andrew Hammond
Andrew Hammond
3
reports
48
reviews
2020
member since
~1h
response
Your guide Andrew Hammond is a USCG licensed, insured, and federally permitted Captain who grew up fishing on Florida's Nature Coast near Homosassa and Crystal River, FL. Capt. Andrew has over 20 years of experience guiding the Gulf Coast of FL from the panhandle down to the 10,000 Islands. When he relocated to the Atlanta area, Andrew had over 12 very successful years chasing Stripers on Lake Lanier, GA.

The fish you can target

Spotted Bass
Spotted Bass
Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Catfish
Catfish
Crappie
Crappie
Spotted Bass
Spotted Bass
Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Catfish
Catfish
Crappie
Crappie

Real catches by this captain

  • Two anglers proudly displaying their catch of striped bass while fishing on a serene lake.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Striped Bass
    Shawn M.
    Shawn M.
    We had a great time and caught some real quality fish. Andrew really knows the lake and is in tune with the fish habits. We moved around and stayed on the bite all day.
  • Cooler filled with multiple freshly caught fish, including several striped bass, on a concrete dock or boat-launch surface.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Spotted Bass
    Tanner W.
    Tanner W.
    tons of fish. great guide. this is the charter you want.
  • Angler proudly displaying a striped bass while fishing on a serene lake, showcasing a beautiful morning backdrop.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Striped Bass
    Robert P.
    Robert P.
    Captian Andrew was a great guide to the fish and lake Lanier. He had us on the fish all day with lots of great tips of how to catch the big ones. We will again use Andrew again.
  • Angler holding a large largemouth bass aboard a fishing boat on a misty freshwater lake.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Spotted Bass
    Mark G.
    Mark G.
    My grandsons and I had an absolutely great time fishin' with Captain Andrew Hammond. I would heartily endorse Andrew anytime on Lake Lanier or in the Florida Gulf. Great attitude, super personality and all-round good guy. He deserves your attention if you're considering a future fishing trip. - Mark from CA
  • An angler proudly displaying a large striped bass while fishing on a serene lake, surrounded by lush greenery.
    Fish 1
    Striped Bass
    Ronny A.
    Ronny A.
    My wife and I booked a trip with Big Bite Charters and Captain Andrew Hammond to celebrate our 47th wedding anniversary. We have been on several charter fishing trips in the past but this one was ABSOLUTELY the best we have ever been on. The trip started off good with the captain being at the dock early and ready to get to work. As with any Striper fishing trip we spent a few minutes tracking them down as they always roam around during the night but in no time Captain Andrew found them and had our rods in the water. Let the fun begin! I can't give enough praise for Capt. Andrew. He worked tirelessly keeping our rods baited and in the water for the entire trip. His knowledge, skill and experience is incredible. We not only had a great time catching fish but also an enjoyable, informative, and absolutely delightful time. His equipment is outstanding, clean and well maintained. SO... if you are looking for a awesome charter Big Bite Charters with Captain Andrew Hammond is the one to choose.
  • Angler proudly displaying a striped bass while fishing on a sunny day, with a scenic lake backdrop.
    Fish 1
    Striped Bass
    Jeffery M.
    Jeffery M.
    Captain Andrew was amazing and put us in a lot of fish. I highly recommend him as a charter captain.
  • Adult angler holding a striped bass on the deck of a fishing boat at a marina.
    Fish 1
    Striped Bass
    Rusty H.
    Rusty H.
    This was one the best days of my life I'm 62 and I don't have much longer to live , l have COPD stage 4 ,but for me it was a dream come true.My birthday is June the 5 I'll be 62 I would love to go again before I pass .
  • Young angler proudly displaying a large Striped Bass while fishing on a lake, showcasing the excitement of a successful catch.
    Fish 1
    Striped Bass
    Roger M.
    Roger M.
    It was a cold cold morning. Bite just wasn’t there all day. We were marking tons of fish all day but just couldn’t get them to bite. Cap Andrew was on the fish. Just this this time of year all the striper just are all over the lake scattered and sometimes they’re hungry and sometimes they’re not. Tons of bait fish in the water and they were chasing them. Weird we fished with herring and rainbow trout. Fished all depths from 5 ft up to 80 ft. Worked ridges, deep channels, dead drops, brush piles and wherever we could find fish. Haha. Just a tough day on the water. But the prize striper came about 30 mins from pushing off the dock this morning. Fun day and learned a lot. Fantastic Guide!
  • A young angler proudly displaying a large striped bass while fishing on a serene lake surrounded by autumn foliage.
    Fish 1
    Striped Bass
    Shawn M.
    Shawn M.
    Nice day out on the water. Andrew did his best to put us on fish and we were able to bring some in. We landed spotted, large mouth, and a 10 pound stepped bass.
  • A father and son proudly displaying a striped bass while fishing on a lake, showcasing a memorable catch during their trip.
    Fish 1
    Striped Bass
    Julio C.
    Julio C.
    Great Day. Son caught his 1st Stripers. Fish were hard to find but Andrew got us on the fish despite challenging conditions on the lake.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2020
Boat manufacturer
Blazer Bay
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
50 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Lake Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
2nd station tower
Live bait well
Multimedia system
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Drinks
Bottle Waters

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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup included in price
Transfer from hotels or jetties in Cumming to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Child friendly
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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
 Visa
 Mastercard
 American Express
 PayPal
 Checks
 Bank transfer

What’s biting in Cumming right now

Bass (Spotted)Bass (Spotted)
Bass (Striped)Bass (Striped)
CatfishCatfish
CrappieCrappie

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