Striper Bandit Guide Service is located in Morristown, TN and offers to show you a memorable time on beautiful Cherokee Lake in East Tennessee. We work with several area guides and expert fishermen to share feedback and information on fish movement, feeding patterns, and lake conditions. Our goal is to put you on the fish and provide every opportunity for success. Your captain will do their best to make sure you have an exciting day of fishing. This involves 4 to 6-hour trips, mainly fishing for Striped Bass and Hybrid Striped Bass. Occasionally, we land some nice Catfish as well. On these trips, you can expect to use techniques such as bottom fishing, trolling, and jigging.
The captain encourages catch and release when possible, however, you’re legally allowed to keep 2 Striper or Hybrid in combination per fisherman. In the hotter months, Striper will likely not survive when released, so it may be necessary to keep them regardless. The fish must be 15” or larger to keep.
If you and the crew are struggling to catch fish and if possible, an extension of the trip may be offered. In that case, the choice to stay longer is yours to make. Your safety being the captain’s top concern, he’ll offer to reschedule for another day in case lightning forces you off the water. If the storm looks to pass quickly, you can wait at the ramp and return to fishing once it’s safe to continue.
Everything you need to fish is included in the price. All you need to bring is your Tennessee State Fishing License and any drinks or snacks you want to take along. If you plan to take any fish home, you’ll need to bring freezer bags, a cooler, and ice to transport it in.
Book your trip now and hit the water with Striper Bandit Guide Service.
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Striper Bandit Guide Service
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Rating summary
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Caught fish
93%
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Half Day Trip (p.m.) on July 7, 2025
Had an awesome time with Striper Bandit charters. We fished with Capt. Tim. Very personable and knowledgeable. Great time fishing and talking outdoors. Tim worked with Jamie on the other boat locating fish. They put us right over fish multiple times. We caught both Stripers and hybrids. Great time. Definitely will book again when in the area . Thanks guys.
Had an awesome time with Striper Bandit charters. We fished with Capt. Tim. Very personable and knowledgeable. Great time fishing and talking outdoors. Tim worked with Jamie on the other boat locating fish. They put us right over fish multiple times. We caught both Stripers and hybrids. Great time. Definitely will book again when in the area . Thanks guys.
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1/2 Day Trip (a.m.) on June 23, 2025
Having lived on the Oregon coast for 13 years, we had many charter fishing experiences, but our day on Cherokee Lake with Jamie ranks right at the top. He was friendly, professional and extremely knowledgeable, and the boat and equipment was first rate. Highly recommend this service for a wonderful day on the water!
Having lived on the Oregon coast for 13 years, we had many charter fishing experiences, but our day on Cherokee Lake with Jamie ranks right at the top. He was friendly, professional and extremely knowledgeable, and the boat and equipment was first rate. Highly recommend this service for a wonderful day on the water!
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Half Day Trip (p.m.) on June 11, 2025
We had an amazing time! Jamie is an outstanding captain with endless knowledge of catching large fish. We thoroughly enjoyed chatting with and learning from him and we had fish on in no time! This was definitely the highlight of our vacation, and we can’t wait to do it again! 100% recommend!
We had an amazing time! Jamie is an outstanding captain with endless knowledge of catching large fish. We thoroughly enjoyed chatting with and learning from him and we had fish on in no time! This was definitely the highlight of our vacation, and we can’t wait to do it again! 100% recommend!
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Half Day Trip (p.m.) on April 20, 2025
Our ten year old son wanted to go on a fishing trip while in the mountains. Trout or Striper seemed to be the species to choose from. We chose the big fish on the first available charter. Uncertain at the time how it would turn out, it soon became the best experience of the entire trip to TN. Jamie was professional and top notch. We were on big fish. At times our son was overwhelmed at which rod to grab lol.
Our ten year old son wanted to go on a fishing trip while in the mountains. Trout or Striper seemed to be the species to choose from. We chose the big fish on the first available charter. Uncertain at the time how it would turn out, it soon became the best experience of the entire trip to TN. Jamie was professional and top notch. We were on big fish. At times our son was overwhelmed at which rod to grab lol.
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1/2 Day Trip (a.m.) on June 19, 2025
This was the BEST fishing charter we have been on. We always do a guys only fishing trip with the family and this was the best in 10 years. Even my 6 year old grandson caught a good size striper. At one point every pole was bent over. I will be back before the end of 2025 for another fishing trip with this captain.
This was the BEST fishing charter we have been on. We always do a guys only fishing trip with the family and this was the best in 10 years. Even my 6 year old grandson caught a good size striper. At one point every pole was bent over. I will be back before the end of 2025 for another fishing trip with this captain.
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Morristown, Tennessee, United States
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
Each of our Captains are USCG licensed and have spent many years fishing and taking charters on Cherokee Lake. Our goal is to provide you a safe and pleasant experience and we promise to give you our very best to put you on fish.
Jamie M.
Captain
Steve H.
Captain
Lake Fishing
Cherokee Lake in East Tennessee
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Jigging
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box
Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
All bait is provided in the trip cost.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
No
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.
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
No Alcohol
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
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
Bank Transfer
Striper Bandit Guide Service - Updated 2025 Prices