Excited to catch some fish on Lake Lanier! Lanier Premier Charters is your ticket! With Captain Shawn at the helm, you’re in knowledgeable and experienced hands.
These waters are known for Striped Bass, and more – with any luck, it won’t be long before "Fish on!" Depending on the fish you’re after, you may find yourself spinning, trolling, jigging, or maybe something more specialized in this area.
Lanier Premier Charters is a kid-friendly charter service, so go ahead and bring the whole family along! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. And, you can’t go wrong with snacks to stay fueled throughout your trip!
You’ll be fishing aboard a 27’ Robalo center console that can carry up to 6 passengers. It has everything you need for a productive day on the water. There’s a toilet on board for your convenience. Rods, reels, and tackle are provided, along with lures and live bait.
Before coming aboard, it will be necessary 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.
It’s recommended to bring sunscreen (non-spray), sunglasses, and bottled water. Alcohol is allowed in moderation.
And that’s it! Your fishing trip with Lanier Premier Charters is just a click away.
Captain
Shawn Maschmeier
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Rating summary
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Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
90%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
94%
Caught fish
81%
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Half Day Trip (AM) on June 25, 2025
Shawn was able to put us on fish on one of the Hottest days of the year. He had the right experiences to offer my young daughters, wife, 80 year old father, and my 17 year old nephew on the same boat at the same time. Appreciate you Captain for keeping your head on a swivel to ensure our safety and having fun.
Shawn was able to put us on fish on one of the Hottest days of the year. He had the right experiences to offer my young daughters, wife, 80 year old father, and my 17 year old nephew on the same boat at the same time. Appreciate you Captain for keeping your head on a swivel to ensure our safety and having fun.
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Half Day Trip (AM) on October 11, 2024
Our trip with Captain Shawn was awesome! We did a morning 4 hour trip and it was beautiful seeing the sunrise on the cool waters. He was very communicative and made sure we knew what to expect and what we needed to bring. On the boat, He informed us about the boat and all the equipment he used to find and catch fish. He helped us cast our lines teaching us new ways to lure in fish. Even though it was a tough time to find fish on Lake Lanier, he tried everything he could and we managed to catch a few fish! Definitely recommend Captain Shawn with Lanier Premiere Charters!
Our trip with Captain Shawn was awesome! We did a morning 4 hour trip and it was beautiful seeing the sunrise on the cool waters. He was very communicative and made sure we knew what to expect and what we needed to bring. On the boat, He informed us about the boat and all the equipment he used to find and catch fish. He helped us cast our lines teaching us new ways to lure in fish. Even though it was a tough time to find fish on Lake Lanier, he tried everything he could and we managed to catch...
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Half Day Trip (PM) on October 13, 2024
We had a fantastic and relaxing trip on Lake Lanier. The weather was perfect, and the scenery was absolutely beautiful. Our family of five, including a toddler, had a great time fishing, and we were excited to catch several spotted bass. Shawn was kind and helpful, providing us with plenty of information about the lake and surrounding areas, which made our experience even better. It was a memorable day on the water, and we can't wait to return!
We had a fantastic and relaxing trip on Lake Lanier. The weather was perfect, and the scenery was absolutely beautiful. Our family of five, including a toddler, had a great time fishing, and we were excited to catch several spotted bass. Shawn was kind and helpful, providing us with plenty of information about the lake and surrounding areas, which made our experience even better. It was a memorable day on the water, and we can't wait to return!
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Half Day Trip (PM) on May 17, 2025
Shawn was awesome. There were 6 of us and there was tons of room. Shawn was a great communicator and made us comfortable from the start. Would totally choose him again.
Shawn was awesome. There were 6 of us and there was tons of room. Shawn was a great communicator and made us comfortable from the start. Would totally choose him again.
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Half Day Trip (AM) on May 30, 2025
Highly recommend Lanier Premier Charters. Captain Shawn helped us catch several fish and shared a lot of interesting information regarding the lake.
Highly recommend Lanier Premier Charters. Captain Shawn helped us catch several fish and shared a lot of interesting information regarding the lake.
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Gainesville, Georgia, United States
Operating a 27' Robalo Center console, Capt. Shawn ensures a comfortable fishing experience in the waters of Gainesville, Georgia. Keep your eyes peeled for Striped Bass as you try your hand at spinning, trolling, jigging, and more. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.
Lake Fishing
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
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.
Pickup included in price
Child Friendly
No Smoking
Catch and Release Allowed
Proffered method to perpetuate the species
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
Lanier Premier Charters - Updated 2025 Prices