Captain J Hook Charters – Cross

Come aboard with Captain J Hook Fishing Charters for freshwater fishing in South Carolina. Captain Joseph Dennis will help you target some of the most sought-after species in Lake Marion, Lake Moultrie, Santee River, and Cooper River. Whether you are looking for a tasty catch or some of the hardest fighting fish known to anglers, welcome aboard for your next adventure!

Step aboard a 23’ Epic powered by a 200 HP Suzuki engine. This craft is equipped with advanced fishing technology, including fishfinder, a wireless trolling motor, and a live bait well. Capt. Joseph will have all the gear you need ready and waiting on board when you arrive. The boat can accommodate up to six passengers and children are welcome.

Captain Joseph is an experienced angler whose passion has led him to master the art of catching both freshwater and saltwater species. As the host of Father And Son Outdoors TV and Chasin the wild outdoors tv on NBC and the Pursuit Channel, he shares his insights with fishermen while doing what he loves most. No matter your skill level, rest assured that Captain Joseph has the knowledge and experience to help you reel in an unforgettable catch.

While fishing these waters you can target Crappie, Bass, Striper, Bream, Catfish, and more. Capt. Joseph typically uses light tackle, relying on a variety of techniques from trolling and drift fishing to jigging and popping. He provides fishing gear by Shimano and Catch The Fever as well as tipets and lures for fly fishing (bring your own fly rod).

Captain J Hook Fishing Charters provides pickup service from locations anywhere near Lake Marion, Lake Moultrie, Santee River, and Cooper River. Just remember to bring a valid fishing license.

Come aboard today and bring home a catch to remember!



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    CATFISH ONLY AUGUST-SEPTEMBER
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Aug 1 - Sep 30 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $365
    Summertime action for Catfish can be amazing.
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Lake Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Popping
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Catfish
    Catfish
  • Private trip
    Striper and catfish half day
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
    Price for 2 persons
    US $400
    Target striped bass and catfish
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Lake Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Popping
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
    Catfish
    Catfish
  • Private trip
    Striper catfish bream crappie
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $400
    On this trip you can fish for Bass, Bream, Crappie, Stripers, and more. Spinning gear is provided.
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Lake Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
    Catfish
    Catfish
    Sunfish
    Sunfish
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Striper Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
    Price for 2 persons
    US $400
    Season runs from October 1 through June 15 Target the world-famous Santee Cooper striper.
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
    Price for 2 persons
    US $450
    Fish for crappie bream cats stripers and bass
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Striper Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
    Price for 2 persons
    US $500
    Season runs from October 1 through June 15 A full day of striper fishing.
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
  • Private trip
    Striper catfish full day
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
    Price for 2 persons
    US $550
    Fish for stripers and catfish.
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Lake Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Popping
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
    Catfish
    Catfish
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 77 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
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Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
97%
Caught fish
96%
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Anthony L.
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Best Experience

VERIFIED   NEW  Full Day Trip on October 12, 2024
Captain Joe is a total professional and takes you having a good day on the water seriously, while sprinkling in some good humor...
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Marlene W.
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Captain Joe

VERIFIED   Striper catfish bream crappie on August 31, 2024
What a great time fishing and got on the fish, big thanks to Captain Joe good fishing and a great guy. Highly recommend booking...
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Louann H.
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Great time

VERIFIED   CATFISH ONLY AUGUST-SEPTEMBER on September 28, 2024
Captain was super friendly, funny, and extremely knowledgeable about the area and fishing.  Caught several fish.  Really...
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Donna A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Terrific knowledge of the waters and the area fishing

VERIFIED   Striper catfish bream crappie on August 22, 2024
Very knowledgeable about the area fishing very personable. Certainly carried some interesting stories with him to the water....
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Michael P.
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Captain Joe is a real pro!

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Striper Fishing on March 30, 2024
We arrived when the captain said.  He got us out to the fishing hole and we had fish in the boat before dawn! We caught 5...
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FAQs about Captain J Hook Charters – Cross

Captain J Hook Charters – Cross offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $365 per group - CATFISH ONLY AUGUST-SEPTEMBER (6 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Striper and catfish half day (4 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Striper catfish bream crappie (5 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip – Striper Fishing (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip – Striper Fishing (8 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Striper catfish full day (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Captain J Hook Charters – Cross, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Captain J Hook Charters – Cross include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Drinks

Captain J Hook Charters – Cross offers the following types of fishing:
  • River Fishing
  • Lake Fishing

Captain J Hook Charters – Cross offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Captain J Hook Charters – Cross include:
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Catfish
  • Crappie
  • Perch (Silver)
  • Perch (White)
  • Sunfish

Your captain

Joseph Dennis
Cross, South Carolina, United States
3 Fishing Reports
211 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since August 2016
My father and grandfather were avid outdoorsmen who shared their love for the outdoors with their children. Living close to both fresh and salt water has made me a more experienced Captain. I now have my own outdoor fishing show locally and on ABC. Check us out on YouTube: Father and Son Outdoors TV. Sponsored by: Huk Gear, Berkeley Electric, McElveen GMC, Hill Tire, Home Telephone, Central Hardware, Cooper River Marin, Bells Marina and Campground, Orvins Furniture, Residential Contracting, Chris Garcia with Re-Max Reality, and D’s Jewelers.

The fish you can target

Bass (Striped) Striped Bass
Catfish Catfish
Crappie Crappie
Perch (Silver) Silver Perch

What the boat is like

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
23 ft
Year built
2015
Boat manufacturer
Epic
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 200HP

Which types of fishing are offered

River Fishing
Lake Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Drinks

How cancellations work

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.

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
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

How you can pay

Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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
PayPal
Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 5% charge will apply.

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