Lake Lanier, GA Fishing Charters
Light Tackle Striper Fishing at it's Best

Welcome to Shane Watson Guide Service. Let us guide you to the "Fish of a Lifetime" on the nation's premier striper lake. We specialize in live baiting and trolling for stripers using the most modern techniques and equipment available. We are a full time professional guide service, fully licensed and insured with a "Lifetime of Experience" on Lake Lanier. Since 1979, Shane Watson has devoted his life to perfecting the skills and techniques needed to consistently catch Lake Lanier stripers. Many of Shane's live bait and trolling methods are used by professional fisherman and weekend anglers across the country. He is the founder of the Lake Lanier Light Tackle Guide Association and has been featured on TV and in magazines nationwide. Shane Watson is a 3rd generation Lake Lanier fisherman. In January 2010, Shane Watson was inducted into "The Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame" as a Legendary Guide.

As Lake Lanier's Premier Striper Guide Service, we have built our reputation on years of satisfied customers and successful fishing trips. Each of our 6 guides are experienced Lake Lanier professionals, endorsed by Shane Watson and held to the highest standards. We guide exclusively on Lake Lanier over 300 days each year. All of our guides work together and remain in constant radio contact, which gives us increased coverage of the lake. When you fish with Shane Watson Guide Service you get the strength, coverage, and experience of the entire fleet.

We run half day, full day, and night trips with competitive rates. To insure your success, we provide premium live bait at no extra cost. You'll be fishing light tackle on a fully equipped Carolina Skiff or Sea Chaser boat. We welcome private and corporate groups of any size. Dock pickup is available when conditions permit.

Shane Watson Guide Service is committed to providing each customer with a positive fishing experience. From the guides and the entire Watson family, we would like to say thanks to all of our customers. We appreciate your business and look forward to seeing you again soon.