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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

The trip was better than I expected Give Ridge the opportunity to show what he does
Excellent
5.0 / 5
The trip was better than I expected Give Ridge the opportunity to show what he does
Big Ridge River Guides
Big Ridge River Guides
Book with Xtreme Stripers for sure! Captain Bobby knows the area and heโ€™ll get you on the fish!!!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Book with Xtreme Stripers for sure! Captain Bobby knows the area and heโ€™ll get you on the fish!!!
StriperXtreme Guide Service
StriperXtreme Guide Service
Listen to your guide. That is what made me catch fish Ridge knows how to teach you in his River.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Listen to your guide. That is what made me catch fish Ridge knows how to teach you in his River.
Big Ridge River Guides
Big Ridge River Guides
Get with the Captain and see about the finer details of your trip. You may be able to get on the water a little sooner.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Get with the Captain and see about the finer details of your trip. You may be able to get on the water a little sooner.
Cherokee Lake Fishing Charter
Cherokee Lake Fishing Charter
Our captain told us that fishing was not as good as usual due to muddy water in the rivers following heavy rain storms recently.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Our captain told us that fishing was not as good as usual due to muddy water in the rivers following heavy rain storms recently.
Smoky Mountain Fishing Company
Smoky Mountain Fishing Company
Bring sunscreen, despite the elevation it's not much cooler than the low lands
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Bring sunscreen, despite the elevation it's not much cooler than the low lands
Smoky Mountain Fishing Company
Smoky Mountain Fishing Company
Striper bandit is the best guide ! We have been coming for 10 years now and have dealt with a few different guides rusty was the best we have had !! I canโ€™t wait to do this again next year
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Striper bandit is the best guide ! We have been coming for 10 years now and have dealt with a few different guides rusty was the best we have had !! I canโ€™t wait to do this again next year
Striper Bandit Guide Service
Striper Bandit Guide Service
Always remember that this is fishing. Not catching. Nothing is guaranteed.You may not always catch your targeted fish for different reasons. The bite was slow,but, Cody still put us on fish. My boys just couldnโ€™t get a Striper in the boat. They did enjoy the good fight though while they were hooked up.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Always remember that this is fishing. Not catching. Nothing is guaranteed.You may not always catch your targeted fish for different reasons. The bite was slow,but, Cody still put us on fish. My boys just couldnโ€™t get a Striper in the boat. They did enjoy the good fight though while they were hooked up.
Cody Daniels Guide Service
Cody Daniels Guide Service
This boat was set up to help new fishermen to experts. Very enjoyable and we caught fish!!!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
This boat was set up to help new fishermen to experts. Very enjoyable and we caught fish!!!
StriperXtreme Guide Service
StriperXtreme Guide Service
I would strongly advise them to secure the services of Striper Bandit guide service
Excellent
5.0 / 5
I would strongly advise them to secure the services of Striper Bandit guide service
Striper Bandit Guide Service
Striper Bandit Guide Service
Take the captainโ€™s advice on when to fish. They know what is biting best at what times of day.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Take the captainโ€™s advice on when to fish. They know what is biting best at what times of day.
Striper Bandit Guide Service
Striper Bandit Guide Service
Book a trip with Big Ridge River Guides. Ridge has the local knowledge, knows the bodies of water, what's biting and where.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Book a trip with Big Ridge River Guides. Ridge has the local knowledge, knows the bodies of water, what's biting and where.
Big Ridge River Guides
Big Ridge River Guides
Temps were great, light breeze off cold river water kept things cool when the wind was blowing.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Temps were great, light breeze off cold river water kept things cool when the wind was blowing.
Big Ridge River Guides
Big Ridge River Guides
Go for trout! Fishing on the river is an enjoyable experience with beautiful views
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Go for trout! Fishing on the river is an enjoyable experience with beautiful views
Smoky Mountain Fishing Company
Smoky Mountain Fishing Company
My recommendation is to fish in the spring while water temperatures are cool. High water temperature encountered during the summer months greatly increases mortality rate of fish that are released. For this reason, during summer, in order to protect the high quality of striped bass fishing, persons are limited to limit of two fish.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
My recommendation is to fish in the spring while water temperatures are cool. High water temperature encountered during the summer months greatly increases mortality rate of fish that are released. For this reason, during summer, in order to protect the high quality of striped bass fishing, persons are limited to limit of two fish.
StriperXtreme Guide Service
StriperXtreme Guide Service
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