I'd Rather Be Striper Fishing

I’d Rather Be Striper Fishing is located in Gainesville and offers guided fishing trips on Lake Lanier. The captain has fished his whole life, using every chance he had and exploring various kinds of water. He invites you to join him aboard so he can introduce you to Georgia’s beautiful freshwater grounds. Contact him to book an unforgettable experience on the water!

The boat you’ll use is a 23’ Sportsman center console that fits up to 6 guests. It runs on a 250 HP Yamaha engine and uses varied technology for safe and efficient navigation out on the water. The boat features a small portable toilet, wireless trolling motor, livewell, and an ice-box.

Although you’ll target Striped Bass, you’ll often catch other species of fish as well, including Spotted Bass, Catfish, Walleye, Gar, Crappie, and White and Hybrid Bass. You’ll use live and artificial bait to target these fish and the techniques used will be trolling, spinning, and jigging on light tackle. Catfish and Striper can also be targeted at night. Upon your request, you can travel to lakes Nottley, Carters, and Russell to chase trophy fish.

All the equipment, tackle, and bait are included. Please bring snacks, drinks, suntan lotion, and sunglasses, and dress appropriately for the weather conditions. The boat has a cooler with ice. Keep in mind that Current GA fishing licenses are required.

Join today and spend a wonderful time fishing in Georgia!



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    4 Hour Morning Trip
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Sat, Sun)
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $500
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
    Catfish
    Catfish
    Bass (Spotted)
    Spotted Bass
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Afternoon Trip
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $500
    Start time varies/is flexible
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
    Catfish
    Catfish
    Bass (Spotted)
    Spotted Bass
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Lanier Morning Trip
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $525
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
    Catfish
    Catfish
    Bass (Spotted)
    Spotted Bass
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Afternoon Lanier
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $525
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
    Catfish
    Catfish
    Bass (Spotted)
    Spotted Bass
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip – Lake Lanier (AM)
    In demand! Last booked: 2 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $600
    Enjoy some more time on beautiful Lake Lanier by spending 6 hours on its rich fishing grounds. You and the captain will start the trip at 6:30 a.m. and chase Striper, Spotted Bass, Gar, Walleye, and more. All the gear and lures are provided.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip – Lake Lanier
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $600
    You and the captain will start your fishing adventure at 11:30 a.m. You'll spend 6 hours fishing Lake Lanier in the afternoon, creating many precious memories you'll fondly remember. The targets include various Bass species, Catfish, Walleye, and more.
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip – Lake Lanier
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $700
    Enjoy the beauty and rich fishery of Lake Lanier to the fullest. You and your guide will begin the trip at 6:30 a.m. and spend 8 hours on the water. You'll have lots of fun chasing tasty Bass, Gar, Walleye, Crappie, and more. All the tackle and lures are included in the price.
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This charter with Justin was a complete success!
This charter with Justin was a complete success!
This charter with Justin was a complete success!
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VERIFIED   October 13, 2024
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Vickie H.
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This charter with Justin was a complete success!

VERIFIED   Special 5 hour trip for Vickie Howard on July 26, 2024
My grandsons enjoyed this trip so much!  They caught many fish and came back smiling from ear to ear! Gonna go again next...
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Christopher A.
Lawrenceville, Georgia
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Half day Nottely trip w/ Capt. Justin

August 28, 2022
Awesome morning of fishing on Lake Nottely. Caught around 20 striper from 2lbs to 12lbs. Plenty of double-ups; At one point...
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Todd M.
Atlanta, Georgia
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Chasing Stripers in September with Justin Utterback

5 Hour Trip – Lake Lanier (AM) on September 17, 2022
The fishing trip was amazing! Justin Utterback is a great guide and worked very hard to put us on fish. We all had really great...
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Sandra R.
Dacula, GA
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Excellent Fishing Day

VERIFIED   4 Hour Morning Trip on June 11, 2023
We are still smiling!! Justin was great!! He made sure we were comfortable, he work steady to keep baits on hooks and we reeled...
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FAQs about I'd Rather Be Striper Fishing

I'd Rather Be Striper Fishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Morning Trip (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 5 Hour Afternoon Trip (4 hours)
  • US $525 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 5 Hour Lanier Morning Trip (5 hours)
  • US $525 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 5 Hour Afternoon Lanier (5 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Lake Lanier (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Lake Lanier (6 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 8 Hour Trip – Lake Lanier (8 hours)

When you book a trip with I'd Rather Be Striper Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Small
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with I'd Rather Be Striper Fishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures

I'd Rather Be Striper Fishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • River Fishing
  • Lake Fishing

I'd Rather Be Striper Fishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging

Top targeted fish species with I'd Rather Be Striper Fishing include:
  • Alligator Gar
  • Bass (Spotted)
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Bass (White)
  • Catfish
  • Hybrid Striped Bass
  • Walleye

Your operator

I'd Rather Be Striper Fishing Lake Lanier
Gainesville, Georgia, United States
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13 Customer reviews
Response time 4 hours
Member since September 2022
The captain started fishing as early as he can remember. From rivers to ponds to lakes to the gulf, if water was near, he was fishing it. He caught his first Striper about 9 years ago on a friend's boat and was hooked. As soon as he was able, the captain bought my first boat and dove right in spending every chance he could on the water chasing fish. He's spent the last 7 years learning and fishing the southeast. During this time, he has learned techniques and tricks for hooking this fish. The captain has made great relationships and really enjoyed taking clients fishing and seeing them land some quality fish.

The fish you can target

Alligator Gar Alligator Gar
Bass (Spotted) Spotted Bass
Bass (Striped) Striped Bass
Bass (White) White Bass

What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
23 ft
Year built
2022
Boat manufacturer
Sportsman
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Lake Fishing

Which fishing techniques will you try?

Light Tackle
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Small
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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 agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
Catch and Release Allowed

How you can pay

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.
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
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
PayPal
Bank Transfer