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, 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!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Bream panfish
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
    US $400
    Fish for big bream on santee amd cooper river
  • Private trip
    catfishing trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
    US $425
    Catfish are on fire on Santee.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip
    In demand! Last booked: 4 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
    US $425
    On this trip you can fish for Bass, Bream, Crappie, Stripers, and more. Spinning gear is provided.
  • Private trip
    Lake river tour
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $425
    Take a ride on beautiful santee cooper
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
    US $500
    Fish for crappie bream cats stripers and bass
  • 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)
    US $525
    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 – Striper Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
    US $650
    Season runs from October 1 through June 15 A full day of striper fishing.
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
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FAQs about Captain J Hook Charters – Cross

Captain J Hook Charters – Cross offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $400 per group - Bream panfish (6 hours)
  • US $425 per group - catfishing trip (6 hours)
  • US $425 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (4 hours)
  • US $425 per group - Lake river tour (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Full Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $525 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip – Striper Fishing (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Full Day Trip – Striper Fishing (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 (Shimano, B'n'M)
  • 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
  • Perch (Silver)
  • Perch (White)
  • Sunfish

Meet the Captain

Joseph Dennis
Cross, South Carolina, United States
2 Fishing Reports
197 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.

About this listing

Targeted species

Bass (Striped) Striped Bass
Catfish Catfish
Perch (Silver) Silver Perch
Perch (White) White Perch

Boat specs

Epic (Center console) originally built in 2015. Powered by a 200HP Suzuki engine.

Length
23 ft
Capacity
4 persons

Types of fishing

River Fishing
Lake Fishing

Fishing techniques

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

Amenities

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Shimano, B'n'M
Live Bait
Lures
Drinks

Cancellation policy

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.

Listing policies

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

Payment

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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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 64 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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After a cooler FULL, I got what I wished for !
We were all landing fish!
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
96%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
96%
Caught fish
95%
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Diane O.
Rock Hill, SC
Excellent
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Half Day Trip, Birthday Present.

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on September 2, 2023
Had a great trip with Captain Joe! Sometimes when we show up for a trip (3 “senior” ladies) We can see the captain cringe...
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Chuck S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Fishing with the GOAT!

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Striper Fishing on October 24, 2023
Capt. Joe was not only the GOAT of Santee (Greatest of all time) he had us catching our limit of striped bass in one...
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Thomas M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Best captain and most large stripers I ever caught!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on November 30, 2023
We left the dock in the dark at 6 in the morning at 32 degrees and we were on stripers within 20 minutes.  My wife booked...
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Meg M.
Greensboro, GA
Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Early morning trip with Captain Joseph Dennis

VERIFIED   catfishing trip on September 8, 2023
Arranged this trip for my husband as a birthday surprise. He had an awesome time! Caught as many catfish as his cooler could...
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Laurence H.
Owings, MD
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Half day trip with Captain Joseph

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Striper Fishing on May 18, 2023
Captain Joseph put us on fish within minutes of our destination spot. Non stop action until weather moved in and time to head...
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