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Spring Striped Bass Run!
Spring Striped Bass Run!
March 19, 2024
As the season turns and spring begins to assert its influence, the Striped Bass migration is in full swing along our local rivers. Anglers are reporting exciting opportunities as these prized fish either stage or make their way upriver. What makes this season particularly thrilling is the proximity of prime live bait to where the Striped Bass are congregating. Anglers are finding some of the most best bait species close to the staging areas of the Striped Bass. Catching this bait adds an extra layer of excitement to the fishing experience! One of the key advantages of this setup is the ability to swiftly transport the live bait to the desired fishing spot. With the Striped Bass often found just a mile or so upriver from where the bait is caught, anglers are maximizing their chances of success by ensuring the bait is as fresh and lively as possible. It's essential for anglers to confirm with their chosen captains that they have the capability to procure and maintain this specialized live bait. Additionally, ensuring compliance with newer Coast Guard regulations, including the presence of Type 1 Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) aboard the vessel, is paramount for a safe and enjoyable fishing experience. As the Striped Bass season continues to unfold, anglers are encouraged to seize the opportunity to combine the thrill of catching lively bait with the exhilarating challenge of reeling in some of the strongest fighting fish in our waterways. Tight lines and happy fishing to all! Tight lines and happy fishing!
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What anglers said about fishing in Grainger County

Fishing is never a guarantee, even with a great captain. Be patient and don't forget that the fish don't want to be caught!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Fishing is never a guarantee, even with a great captain. Be patient and don't forget that the fish don't want to be caught!
Striper Bandit Guide Service
Striper Bandit Guide Service
The drive over from Gatlinburg was well worth it and the weather was just perfect.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
The drive over from Gatlinburg was well worth it and the weather was just perfect.
Striper Bandit Guide Service
Striper Bandit Guide Service Gatlinburg, Tennessee
Cherokee Lake Fishing Charters should be your first review for a trip in Rutledge. It will be the only one needed.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Cherokee Lake Fishing Charters should be your first review for a trip in Rutledge. It will be the only one needed.
Cherokee Lake Fishing Charter
Cherokee Lake Fishing Charter Moundsville, WV
We had tough conditions but still caught fish. Anything that could be taken as negative by my good is no reflection on the guide just the conditions.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
We had tough conditions but still caught fish. Anything that could be taken as negative by my good is no reflection on the guide just the conditions.
Big Ridge River Guides
Big Ridge River Guides
Definitely use Striper Bandit Service they will get you to the big fish. They will teach you what works on Cerokee Lake and make you feel like long time friends.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Definitely use Striper Bandit Service they will get you to the big fish. They will teach you what works on Cerokee Lake and make you feel like long time friends.
Striper Bandit Guide Service
Striper Bandit Guide Service Albright, WV
Kids under 12 donโ€™t need fishing license. Go online Tennessee DNR get a one day fishing license.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Kids under 12 donโ€™t need fishing license. Go online Tennessee DNR get a one day fishing license.
Thank Goodness I Fly Fish Smokey Mtns Trophy
Thank Goodness I Fly Fish Smokey Mtns Trophy Barclay, IL
Be ready to fight the most aggressive pound for pound best fighters out there
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Be ready to fight the most aggressive pound for pound best fighters out there
Cherokee Lake Fishing Charter
Cherokee Lake Fishing Charter
Go early, very early and with a guide . The lake is very large and deep , the guides definitely know where to go.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Go early, very early and with a guide . The lake is very large and deep , the guides definitely know where to go.
Cherokee Lake Fishing Charter
Cherokee Lake Fishing Charter Hamburg, IL
Prepare to have fun as Captain Ryan knows this lake like the back of his hand!???
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Prepare to have fun as Captain Ryan knows this lake like the back of his hand!???
Cherokee Lake Fishing Charter
Cherokee Lake Fishing Charter Wooster, OH
Great time to hit the water. Watch the weather or be prepared for what ever comes at you.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Great time to hit the water. Watch the weather or be prepared for what ever comes at you.
Knoxville Fishing Guide Service
Knoxville Fishing Guide Service Sevierville, Tennessee
Learn what time of license you need. We bought the wrong ones. Had to buy new ones at the ramp before leaving
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Learn what time of license you need. We bought the wrong ones. Had to buy new ones at the ramp before leaving
Knoxville Fishing Guide Service
Knoxville Fishing Guide Service Lewisburg, Tennessee
The fish were in a pre-spawn mode so the bite was in the morning or in the afternoon middle of the day was dead. The captain even said that you could fish at night and they were getting good results.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
The fish were in a pre-spawn mode so the bite was in the morning or in the afternoon middle of the day was dead. The captain even said that you could fish at night and they were getting good results.
Cherokee Lake Fishing Charter
Cherokee Lake Fishing Charter Spring Valley, CA
Don't do as I did, don't mis spell the captains name.. it Captain Bobby.. not captain Booby.. sorry. Lol
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Don't do as I did, don't mis spell the captains name.. it Captain Bobby.. not captain Booby.. sorry. Lol
StriperXtreme Guide Service
StriperXtreme Guide Service Arlington, TX
Yes this was an easy boat experience and would be good for adults and children
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Yes this was an easy boat experience and would be good for adults and children
River Monster Guide Service
River Monster Guide Service Dover, DE
It's definitely hot. We went from 5-9 and it didn't cool down to a comfortable temperature until about 7pm. Bring hat, sunscreen, maybe a little fan, and some water. I would definitely go before noon or after 4.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
It's definitely hot. We went from 5-9 and it didn't cool down to a comfortable temperature until about 7pm. Bring hat, sunscreen, maybe a little fan, and some water. I would definitely go before noon or after 4.
Fintastic Striper Fishing Charter
Fintastic Striper Fishing Charter Meadow Bluff, WV
I would recommend getting a competent guide (try Rocky Top Reels, LLC) to walk you through the different techniques for catching striped bass - it is not as easy as just throwing a worm in the water.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
I would recommend getting a competent guide (try Rocky Top Reels, LLC) to walk you through the different techniques for catching striped bass - it is not as easy as just throwing a worm in the water.
Norris Striper Fishing
Norris Striper Fishing Washington, DC
Book with Striper Xtreme & Captain Bobby Crabtree. He'll stay on the Striper and help get your limit.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Book with Striper Xtreme & Captain Bobby Crabtree. He'll stay on the Striper and help get your limit.
StriperXtreme Guide Service
StriperXtreme Guide Service Chapel Hill, TN