Ronnie Faircloth
Captain

Ronnie Faircloth

Columbia, United States
25+ reviews
Captain Ronnie has been fishing on Lake Murray for 25 years. He has fished from Texas to Virginia, and everywhere in between. He specializes in catching Striped Bass and has experienced great success in fishing tournaments. He truly enjoys watching his guests catch their personal best and will go above and beyond to provide the fishing trip of a lifetime.

Charter

Rating

4.7
31 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
4.6
Captain & Crew
4.6
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

90%
Recommend this charter

All reviews (31)

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  • Shunte Dugar
    Shunte Dugar
    us
    Georgia, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Book This Now!❤️❤️❤️

    Half Day Trip – Stripers/Catfish2 adults

    I booked this trip as a Father’s Day gift for my husband because he loves fishing, and it turned out to be an amazing experience! Booking was quick and easy. The same day I made the reservation, Capt. Ronnie called me personally. He was friendly, personable, and made me feel confident that we were in good hands. On the morning of the trip, my husband and I got a little lost, but when I called, Capt. Ronnie patiently guided us to the pickup location. Throughout the trip, Capt. Ronnie was friendly, knowledgeable, helpful, and informative. We caught our fair share of fish, and whenever the bite slowed down, he quickly moved us to another spot to keep the action going. One of the highlights was watching Capt. Ronnie clean and fillet all of our fish while teaching us how to do it ourselves. The boat was clean, comfortable, and well-maintained. I highly, highly recommend Capt. Ronnie and Playing Hooky Charters. He definitely did not disappoint! We look forward to booking another trip in the future. Thank you, Capt. Ronnie, for helping make this Father’s Day such a memorable and special one for my husband! ❤️❤️❤️

    Reported catch:
    Striped Bass
  • Robert Vanbenschoten
    Robert Vanbenschoten
    us
    New Jersey, US
    Member since 2026
    4.7
    Verified

    Had a nice trip with Captain Ronnie today.

    Half Day Trip – Stripers/Catfish4 adults

    The Captain was great, knowledgeable, professional, and courteous. Fished for striped bass, fishing was slow, managed a few fish even though the conditions weren’t ideal Captain Ronnie worked hard to find the fish, the water temperature was too high and the fish weren’t biting. Sometimes that happens. Would fish again with him in a heartbeat! Highly recommend Captain Ronnie and Playin Hooky charters.

  • Mark Ritchie
    Mark Ritchie
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    What a trip!!

    Half Day Trip – Stripers/Catfish2 adults

    Captain Ronnie, Thank you for making our adventure so memorable. The wind didn't cooperate but we still had a great time. Captain Ronnie is so knowledgeable and accommodating we're looking forward to another trip in the near future!!

  • Steven Jahn
    Steven Jahn
    us
    South Carolina, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    Great fun with few fish

    Half Day Trip – Stripers/Catfish4 adults

    Didn’t catch lots, but Capt. Ronnie kept us informed and enlightened about Lake Murray and striper fishing in general. Super pleasant and clearly knowledgable. We will look forward to fishing with him again!

    Reported catch:
    Striped Bass
  • Lynn Connelly
    Lynn Connelly
    us
    South Carolina, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    great captain but the fish were dimply not biting.

    Half Day Trip – Stripers/Catfish2 adults

    We had a great time. The captain was very knowledgeable and a lot of fun. The fish were simply no biting.

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    What a trip!!
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    Amazing Trip
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    Good Time
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    We Caught Big Fish
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  • Playin Hooky Fishing Guide
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    Captain Ronnie is the best!
    Tom M.
    Tom M.
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    Great experience
    Bobby M.
    Bobby M.
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    Captain Ronnie is an expert fishing guide
    Don O.
    Don O.
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    Knowledgeable
    Mike S.
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    Great captain
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