Fishing with Brett offers full and half-day freshwater fishing charters on the Santee Cooper Lakes (Lake Marion and Lake Moultrie) out of Cross, South Carolina, led by Captain Brett Mitchell. Brett has fished the lakes of South Carolina his entire life and has competed in fishing tournaments, bringing both deep local knowledge and a genuine love of putting clients on the fish of their dreams.

Trips run aboard a 25-foot Cresst pontoon boat powered by a 90 HP Johnson engine, cruising up to 25 knots and comfortably seating up to 6 guests. The boat is outfitted with GPS, a fish finder, livewells, power poles, the latest safety equipment, and a cooler, well suited to chasing Santee Cooper’s famous monster catfish. Techniques used depend on conditions and may include bottom fishing, drift fishing, spinning, and light tackle.

Every trip includes all rods, reels, tackle, lures, and bait needed for success, making it approachable for both seasoned anglers and newcomers. Families and children over 10 are welcome aboard. Lake Marion and Lake Moultrie consistently rank among the best freshwater fisheries in the country, giving anglers a strong shot at landing a genuinely trophy-sized catfish.

For anglers looking for a competitive, locally rooted freshwater fishing charter on the Santee Cooper Lakes, Fishing with Brett offers a well-reviewed operation with Captain Brett Mitchell, serving guests throughout the wider Santee Cooper region from Columbia to Charleston.