Chattanooga has a fish with your name on it, so let Platinum Fishing Guides help you catch it! Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Ricky can tell you all about the local fishery.
Depending on the season, you might hook into Largemouth Bass, and whatever else takes the bait.
On the day of your trip, you’re likely to use light tackle.
Planning a family adventure? Kids are more than welcome! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. And, you can’t go wrong with snacks – luckily, Capt. Ricky will have some on board!
Capt. Ricky welcomes you aboard a 21’ Bass boat that holds up to 2 passengers and it has all the essentials. Your captain will provide rods and reels, as well as lures. Live bait is available, but be sure to ask about it so you know if you’ll be catching it yourself.
Before coming aboard, you may be required to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species may be off-limits or require a special tag, so make sure you know what to expect.
You can’t go wrong when you bring sunglasses, sunscreen (non-spray), and bottled water. Drinks are included, free of charge. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles. There will be some light snacks for you on board.
Your trip with Platinum Fishing Guides is just a click away, so why not make it happen?
Rating summary
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100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
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Half Day Trip (AM) on April 12, 2025
Come down from Alberta to go bass fishing and couldn't be happier with the experience with Captain Ricky. Was there early and ready to go, we had fish in the boat on the second cast and kept us busy for the full four hours. Would highly recommend using Captain Ricky and if we come back to Chattanooga we will be calling him again.
Come down from Alberta to go bass fishing and couldn't be happier with the experience with Captain Ricky. Was there early and ready to go, we had fish in the boat on the second cast and kept us busy for the full four hours. Would highly recommend using Captain Ricky and if we come back to Chattanooga we will be calling him again.
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Half Day Trip (AM) on August 2, 2025
Me and my 7yo had such a great time. If im ever back in chattanooga were definitely looking him back up. 10/10 recommend
Me and my 7yo had such a great time. If im ever back in chattanooga were definitely looking him back up. 10/10 recommend
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Half Day Trip (AM) on June 8, 2025
My son and I had a great time!! Ricky had excellent knowledge of where the fish were and the right technique to catch them. I would recommend him as a boat captain to anyone from a beginner all the way up to an expert. We pulled over 30 bass into the boat in 4 hours!!!
My son and I had a great time!! Ricky had excellent knowledge of where the fish were and the right technique to catch them. I would recommend him as a boat captain to anyone from a beginner all the way up to an expert. We pulled over 30 bass into the boat in 4 hours!!!
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3/4 Day Trip on June 28, 2025
What a great trip! Ricky communicated well with us during booking, was on time, and was great company. Most importantly, he put us on ‘em!! 35 largemouth in half a day! Couldn’t have asked for a better trip!
What a great trip! Ricky communicated well with us during booking, was on time, and was great company. Most importantly, he put us on ‘em!! 35 largemouth in half a day! Couldn’t have asked for a better trip!
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3/4 Day Trip on April 30, 2025
Ricky was 1st class all the way, put us on fish, gave tips on how to catch'em in a very professional manner, I'd jump in the boat with Capt. Ricky anytime!
Ricky was 1st class all the way, put us on fish, gave tips on how to catch'em in a very professional manner, I'd jump in the boat with Capt. Ricky anytime!