CaptainChip – Lake Hartwell 

5.0
(10 reviews)
 Smyzer Road, Townville, SC 29689, United States

CaptainChip – Lake Hartwell 

Townville, SC, United States
25 ft
6
5.0
(10 reviews)

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Lake Hartwell has a fish with your name on it, so let CaptainChip help you catch it! Having logged countless hours on Lake Hartwell, Captain Chip has 48 years of experience fishing Hartwell.

These waters are known for Striped Bass (Stripers),Hybrid Striped Bass, Largemouth Bass, Spotted bass, White Perch, Crappie and more.  Lake Hartwell is an amazing fishery for stripers/hybrids. Hartwell is a year round fishery but it fishes especially well December to the end of August. On the day of your trip you're likely to fish live bait or cast lures using light tackle.

Families will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available based on the weight of your child, otherwise you should bring your own. Snacks are permitted onboard — bring your favorites to keep their stamina going!

Your adventure begins aboard a 25' custom Hell's Bay center console bay boat with capacity for 6 passengers. It is equipped with the most modern electronics currently available. Rods, reels, and tackle are included, along with lures and Live Bait.

Before coming aboard, it will be necessary to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group over 16 years old. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain.

Don't leave home without sunglasses, bottled water, and sunscreen (non-spray). If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

If you have any questions about fishing with CaptainChip, you can send a message down below.

Lake Hartwell has a fish with your name on it, so let CaptainChip help you catch it! Having logged countless hours on Lake Hartwell, Captain Chip has 48 years of experience fishing Hartwell.

These waters are known for Striped Bass (Stripers),Hybrid Striped Bass, Largemouth Bass, Spotted bass, White Perch, Crappie and more.  Lake Hartwell is an amazing fishery for stripers/hybrids. Hartwell is a year round fishery but it fishes especially well December to the end of August. On the day of your trip you're likely to fish live bait or cast lures using light tackle.

Families will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available based on the weight of your child, otherwise you should bring your own. Snacks are permitted onboard — bring your favorites to keep their stamina going!

Your adventure begins aboard a 25' custom Hell's Bay center console bay boat with capacity for 6 passengers. It is equipped with the most modern electronics currently available. Rods, reels, and tackle are included, along with lures and Live Bait.

Before coming aboard, it will be necessary to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group over 16 years old. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain.

Don't leave home without sunglasses, bottled water, and sunscreen (non-spray). If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

If you have any questions about fishing with CaptainChip, you can send a message down below.

William Willimon
Captain
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5 Hour Trip –Lake Hartwell Stripers
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 5:15 AM
Seasonal trip
(Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun)
Bass (Striped)
Bass (Largemouth)
Crappie
Perch (White)
+3
US $450
Entire boat: 2 people
5 Hour Trip – Lake Keowee Bass
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:45 AM
Seasonal trip
Oct 15 - Dec 15 (Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun)
Bass (Spotted)
US $450
Entire boat: 2 people
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5.0
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5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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Becky Wedde
Becky Wedde
us
South Carolina, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Awesome Day!
5 Hour Trip –Lake Hartwell Stripers on August 28, 20262 adults

My sis and I went out with Captain Chip! We had a gret time and caught lots of fish!!

Reported catch:
Striped Bass
Hybrid Striped Bass
William Willimon
Response from Captain

Thank you for the great review! Y’all did an awesome job.

Glenn Flickinger
Glenn Flickinger
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Fish on!!!
5 Hour Trip –Lake Hartwell Stripers on March 21, 20264 adults1 child

captain chip had us on fish the whole trip! He made sure we were always on fish! And handed it with a crazy 3 year old on board! If you want to catch fish book your trip now before he’s booked up!

Reported catch:
Largemouth Bass
Hybrid Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Spotted Bass
William Willimon
Response from Captain

Really enjoyed today and your sweet little girl. Glad ya’ll had a good time.

Cody Daniel
Cody Daniel
us
South Carolina, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great trip
5 Hour Trip –Lake Hartwell Stripers on June 21, 20264 adults

Captain Chip put us straight on the fish. Within a few hours our group of four caught our limit of hybrid bass.

William Willimon
Response from Captain

Thank you for booking. Really enjoyed the trip. you have a great family.

Wayne Caddell
Wayne Caddell
us
South Carolina, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Captain Chip knows his stuff.
5 Hour Trip –Lake Hartwell Stripers on October 3, 20252 adults

We were facing a very windy morning, very adverse conditons.Captain Chip knew right where to go and we caught several fish anyway. i will definitely fish with him again!

Reported catch:
Striped Bass
William Willimon
Response from Captain

It was a pleasure to fish with both of you. Those were some really nice fish you both caught.

Kelly Ratcliff
Kelly Ratcliff
us
Tennessee, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Fishing with William
5 Hour Trip –Lake Hartwell Stripers on July 19, 20262 adults

Reported catch:
Hybrid Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Spotted Bass

FAQs about CaptainChip – Lake Hartwell

CaptainChip – Lake Hartwell offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Lake Keowee Bass (5 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour Trip –Lake Hartwell Stripers (5 hours)
When you book a trip with CaptainChip – Lake Hartwell, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well 55 gallon bait well that can keep 8 dozen herring
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with CaptainChip – Lake Hartwell include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
CaptainChip – Lake Hartwell offers the following type of fishing:
  • Lake fishing
CaptainChip – Lake Hartwell offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
Top targeted fish species with CaptainChip – Lake Hartwell include:
  • Bass (Largemouth)
  • Bass (Spotted)
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Bass (White)
  • Crappie
  • Hybrid Striped Bass
  • Perch (White)

Your captain

William Willimon
William Willimon

Townville, South Carolina, United States

ID & license verified
53 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since May 2025
Angler's Choice

The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.

48 years of fishing experince fishing SC lakes for Stripers and Crappie. My Dad and I started fishing together on the lakes when we first got a boat when I was 9 years old. We quickly fell in love with Striper fishing and fished every weekend, year round. That passion has never let up and now I enjoy introducing clients to our fabulous fisheries.

William Willimon
William Willimon
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Angler's Choice
53
reviews
2025
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response
48 years of fishing experince fishing SC lakes for Stripers and Crappie. My Dad and I started fishing together on the lakes when we first got a boat when I was 9 years old. We quickly fell in love with Striper fishing and fished every weekend, year round. That passion has never let up and now I enjoy introducing clients to our fabulous fisheries.

The fish you can target

Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
Spotted Bass
Spotted Bass
Striped Bass
Striped Bass
White Bass
White Bass
Crappie
Crappie
Hybrid Striped Bass
Hybrid Striped Bass
White Perch
White Perch
Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
Spotted Bass
Spotted Bass
Striped Bass
Striped Bass
White Bass
White Bass
Crappie
Crappie

Real catches by this captain

  • Awesome Day!
    Becky W.
    Becky W.
  • Great trip
    Cody D.
    Cody D.
  • Fish on!!!
    Glenn F.
    Glenn F.
  • Captain Chip knows his stuff.
    Wayne C.
    Wayne C.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
2022
Boat manufacturer
Hell's Bay
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
56 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
55 gallon bait well that can keep 8 dozen herring
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 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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

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