Southern Sun Guides 

4.7/5 (22 reviews)
 Unnamed Road, Weldon, NC 27890, United States

Southern Sun Guides 

Weldon, NC, United States
19 ft
4
4.7/5 (22 reviews)

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If you're up for some fun and exciting river and lake fishing, Southern Sun Guides is the right place to go. Captain Chad Keeter welcomes you to Weldon, North Carolina and he's eager to use his knowledge and skills to make your trip as best as possible.

For your trip, you'll be using a 19' Lowe aluminum fishing boat that can sit up to 3 anglers. It's powered by a 90 HP Yamaha engine and has got quality GPS and fishfinder systems to keep you on the track of your prey. There is also an onboard livewell to supply you with live bait.

You'll be chasing Striped Bass, one of the most popular game fish in the USA. Using light tackle, you can bottom fish, spin, jig, as well as drift fish. Choose for yourself whether you'll release the fish you've caught or take it home and have some tasty meals. Also, be free to bring your kids on the trip as well. The captain loves having them around and it's a great opportunity for you to have a lovely family outing.

Captain Chad will cover you for all the rods, reels, and tackle, as well as for live bait and lures. Before you leave, make sure you've packed your fishing licenses. You might need to refresh yourself during the trip, so pack some food and drinks as well.

Come to Weldon and join Southern Sun Guides in exploring lovely lakes and rivers. The serene nature and fish-rich waters will likely make you want to come back.

If you're up for some fun and exciting river and lake fishing, Southern Sun Guides is the right place to go. Captain Chad Keeter welcomes you to Weldon, North Carolina and he's eager to use his knowledge and skills to make your trip as best as possible.

For your trip, you'll be using a 19' Lowe aluminum fishing boat that can sit up to 3 anglers. It's powered by a 90 HP Yamaha engine and has got quality GPS and fishfinder systems to keep you on the track of your prey. There is also an onboard livewell to supply you with live bait.

You'll be chasing Striped Bass, one of the most popular game fish in the USA. Using light tackle, you can bottom fish, spin, jig, as well as drift fish. Choose for yourself whether you'll release the fish you've caught or take it home and have some tasty meals. Also, be free to bring your kids on the trip as well. The captain loves having them around and it's a great opportunity for you to have a lovely family outing.

Captain Chad will cover you for all the rods, reels, and tackle, as well as for live bait and lures. Before you leave, make sure you've packed your fishing licenses. You might need to refresh yourself during the trip, so pack some food and drinks as well.

Come to Weldon and join Southern Sun Guides in exploring lovely lakes and rivers. The serene nature and fish-rich waters will likely make you want to come back.

Chad Keeter
Captain
Chad Keeter
6 years of experience
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Trip availability and prices

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Lake fishing trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Bass (Striped)
Bass (Largemouth)
Crappie
Catfish
+4
US $400
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half Day shad Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Feb 1 - Mar 30
Shad
US $400
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half Day shad Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Feb 1 - Mar 30
Shad
US $400
Entire boat: up to 4 people
5 Hour Trip – Catfishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 2:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Feb 1 - Apr 1
Catfish
US $400
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Sunset lake adventure
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 3:00 PM
Bass (Striped)
Bass (Largemouth)
Crappie
Catfish
+4
US $400
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half day striper trips (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Mar 15 - Jun 1
Bass (Striped)
Shad
US $550
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half day striper PM
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 1:30 PM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Jun 1
Bass (Striped)
US $550
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Rating

4.7
22 reviews
4.5
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.7
Fishing Experience

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Brian Cunningham
Brian Cunningham
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Knowledgeable and capable captain
Lake fishing trip on August 3, 20262 adults

Chad was such a great guide. He was well prepared and knew exactly where to go. He took the time to explain why we were trying the different techniques, what to do in different situations, and explained the gear he was using. We caught a lot of fish but more importantly to me, learned a lot about how to fish on lake Gaston.

Reported catch:
Crappie
Striped Bass
Silver Perch
Marcus Tate
Marcus Tate
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Fishing with Chad
Lake fishing trip on July 9, 20262 adults2 children

Chad was awesome made the grandkids day special. Chad went out of his way to make sure we caught plenty of fish n explained all the different fishing gear that he used n for me n my wife it very knowledgeable for what we need to do to learn to fish on our own.Overall it was beyond my expectation.we had a great day.Thank you

Reported catch:
Crappie
Silver Perch
Spotted Bass
Michael Brennan
Michael Brennan
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2026
4.7
Verified
Kids fishing
Sunset lake adventure on June 23, 20261 adult2 children

Captain Chad was great and was very respectful and helpful to the kids.

Nakia Avery
Nakia Avery
us
Texas, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
🎣 Unforgettable Fishing Adventure
Sunset lake adventure on June 22, 20252 adults

🎣 Unforgettable Fishing Adventure – 20-Inch Bass Catch of a Lifetime 🐟 Captain Chad Keeter gave us an amazing 1/2 day on the water! From start to finish, he was professional, patient, and full of knowledge about the best fishing spots. Thanks to his guidance, we caught the biggest fish of the day — the longest measuring in at an impressive 20 inch bass! It was an exciting and memorable experience that we’ll be talking about for years to come. If you’re looking for a top-notch fishing trip with big results and great vibes, this is your guy. Highly recommend! Southern Fishing Tour.

Reported catch:
Spotted Bass
Largemouth Bass
Catfish
James Christian
James Christian
Repeat angler
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2023
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Teacher
Half Day shad Trip (AM) on March 8, 20253 adults

Chad was a excellent teacher. He gave my 12 year old son a lot of useful information.

FAQs about Southern Sun Guides

Southern Sun Guides offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $400 per group - 5 Hour Trip – Catfishing (5 hours)
  • US $400 per group - Half Day shad Trip (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $400 per group - Half Day shad Trip (PM) (5 hours)
  • US $400 per group - Lake fishing trip (5 hours)
  • US $400 per group - Sunset lake adventure (5 hours)
  • US $550 per group - Half day striper PM (5 hours)
  • US $550 per group - Half day striper trips (AM) (5 hours)
When you book a trip with Southern Sun Guides, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor 24v minn kota ipilot with spot lock
Trips booked with Southern Sun Guides include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Spinning reels)
  • Live bait (Live bait it provided )
  • Lures
Southern Sun Guides offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing (Roanoke River )
  • Lake fishing (Roanoke rapids lake )
Southern Sun Guides offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Southern Sun Guides include:
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Catfish
  • Shad

Your captain

Chad Keeter
Chad Keeter
Chad Keeter

Weldon, North Carolina, United States

2 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
22 Customer reviews
Typical response within 6 hours
Member since November 2020

Captain Chad offers you wonderful river trips out of Weldon, North Carolina. He is a fully licensed USCG Captain. Join him in chasing Striped Bass and a fun time on the water.

2 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
22 Customer reviews
Typical response within 6 hours
Member since November 2020

Captain Chad offers you wonderful river trips out of Weldon, North Carolina. He is a fully licensed USCG Captain. Join him in chasing Striped Bass and a fun time on the water.

The fish you can target

Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Catfish
Catfish
Shad
Shad
Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Catfish
Catfish
Shad
Shad

Real catches by this captain

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
19 ft
Year built
2008
Restored in
2023
Boat manufacturer
Lowe
Boat type
Aluminum fishing
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 90HP
Max cruising speed
27 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Roanoke River
Lake Fishing
Roanoke rapids lake

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
24v minn kota ipilot with spot lock
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Spinning reels
Live bait
Live bait it provided
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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
No age limit
You keep catch
If in season
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 25% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 25% 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:

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 Checks

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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