Captain
Brad Padgett

Member since October 2019 Summerton, United States
Background
"I have been fishing the Santee Cooper lakes for over 30 years and have always had great success catching big Cats. I decided it was time to love my job so I became a licensed fishing guide." Capt. Brad is an example of how it's never too late to follow your passion. He started fishing when he was 5 years old, had it as a hobby, and finally turned it into a profession.

Hey, I'm Captain Brad Padgett

Summerton, United States
Background
"I have been fishing the Santee Cooper lakes for over 30 years and have always had great success catching big Cats. I decided it was time to love my job so I became a licensed fishing guide." Capt. Brad is an example of how it's never too late to follow your passion. He started fishing when he was 5 years old, had it as a hobby, and finally turned it into a profession.
Anglers Choice
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Nav-a-gator Charter Service

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(157 reviews)
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Summerton
 2 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $350

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 157 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
95%
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Michael B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Relaxing, successful day of fishing

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on July 30, 2024
Captain Brad is a true southern gentleman. He is kind and patient, especially with younger passengers. Weather was great in...
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Chris B.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fin catfish trip!

VERIFIED   NEW  Full Day Trip on April 22, 2025
Highly recommend Capt. Padgett for a catfish charter trip! We caught a good amount of fish throughout the day with a few in...
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Joey H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Trip

VERIFIED   NEW  Full Day Trip on April 24, 2025
We had a good day my grandsons had a great time and that was what it was all about. We came home with 15 and threw the rest...
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Vic S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great day on the lake

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on April 10, 2025
We had a great trip with Captain Brad. Very likable and put us right on the fish. Cooler was full before 11am. Had 10 fish...
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Miguel C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent trip and captain

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on March 22, 2025
the boat was very comfortable and had an enclosed cabin for the cold morning ride. The captain knew his stuff and put us on...
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