Damn Good Topwater Fishing Guides In Austin

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 15 topwater fishing trips in Austin, and the most popular trips in the area are Private Bass "Tournament" Trip guided by Aaron, Lake Walter E. Long Bass Fishing guided by Aaron, and Lake Travis Bass Fishing guided by Aaron.

Our guides in Austin 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.

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River fishing is the most popular type of fishing for topwater fishing in Austin as well as lake fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for topwater fishing in Austin are: 1. largemouth bass, 2. carp, 3. smallmouth buffalo, 4. freshwater drum, and 5. guadalupe bass.

Prices for topwater fishing in Austin can range anywhere from about $350 to $1,200, but the average price for a half day trip for topwater fishing in Austin is $560. The average price for a full day trip for topwater fishing in Austin is $707.

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.

The most popular season to go on a topwater fishing trip in Austin is fall, and most anglers book their trips 38 days in advance.

See here for more information on fishing licenses in Austin, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in Austin. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in Austin.