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Recently Booked Smallmouth Bass Fishing Guides In Lady Bird Lake

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21 ft 1 - 2 People From $400
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Everything to Know About Booking a fishing trip in Lady Bird Lake

Why should I book a smallmouth bass fishing trip in Lady Bird Lake with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 3 smallmouth bass trips in Lady Bird Lake, and the most popular trips in the area are Hill Country Bass Trips guided by Ray, Chasing Bassquatch Texas Bass Trip guided by Ander, and Lake Fishing - Austin, LBJ & Travis guided by Travis.

Our guides in Lady Bird Lake are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 5945 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.

Looking for kid friendly smallmouth bass guides / fishing lessons in Lady Bird Lake? Check out our beginner and family friendly smallmouth bass guides in Lady Bird Lake.

What types of smallmouth bass fishing trips are common in Lady Bird Lake?

Lake fishing is the most popular type of fishing for smallmouth bass in Lady Bird Lake as well as river fishing.

The most common fishing techniques in Lady Bird Lake are artificial lure fishing, jigging, and light tackle fishing but topwater fishing is popular as well.

How much does a Lady Bird Lake smallmouth bass fishing trip cost?

Prices for smallmouth bass in Lady Bird Lake can range anywhere from about $441 to $649, but the average price for a half day trip for smallmouth bass in Lady Bird Lake is $448. The average price for a full day trip for smallmouth bass in Lady Bird Lake is $584.

Is booking a fishing guide worth the money?

Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a fishing guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.

Working with experienced fishing guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is on the water every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of success.

Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.

Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.

What month is best for smallmouth bass fishing in Lady Bird Lake?

The most popular season for smallmouth bass fishing in Lady Bird Lake is fall, and most anglers book their trips 43 days in advance.

Do I need a Lady Bird Lake fishing license for smallmouth bass and what are the bag limits for smallmouth bass in Lady Bird Lake?

See here for more information on smallmouth bass fishing licenses in Lady Bird Lake, smallmouth bass bag limits, and fishing season regulations for smallmouth bass in Lady Bird Lake. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right smallmouth bass rules and regulations in Lady Bird Lake.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Had an awesome day on the water with Ray. Super experienced guide that took us to really cool spots where we caught Bass on several different techniques. Really nice boat and great fishing gear provided. Can only recommend!

    Kristoffer N. | November 18, 2025

    Trip: Hill Country Bass Trips

  • ★★★★★
    He had a wonderful trip with Captain Andrews he was very knowledgeable and professional. I caught seven fish so he must be really good at teaching LOL

    Joy B. | November 8, 2025

    Trip: Chasing Bassquatch Texas Bass Trip

  • ★★★★★
    My son and I had a great day of fishing with Ray. Hes very patient and very very knowledgeable about the Lake and what baits to use and how to use them super nice guy who really enjoys what he does and it chose.

    Brian C. | October 12, 2025

    Trip: Hill Country Bass Trips

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