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Lake, River Fishing Trip in Liberty Hill

Central Texas Bowfishing

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18 ft 1 - 6 People From $125 / person

Lake, River Fishing Trip in Houston

4-Hour Bowfishing Trip

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21 ft 1 - 8 People From $169 / person

Lake Fishing Trip in Waco

Texas Bowfishing Bonanza

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22 ft 1 - 6 People From $200 / person

Inshore Fishing Charter in Houston

Saltwater Bowfishing Adventure

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23 ft 1 - 6 People From $250 / person

Lake, River Fishing Trip in Houston

Trophy Alligator Gar Bowfishing

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23 ft 1 - 8 People From $256 / person

Lake, River Fishing Trip in Houston

"Alpha" Alligator Gar Bowfishing

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1 - 4 People From $1,300 / person

Most Popular Types of Bowfishing Trips in Texas

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Head out with your pro guide Derek for an action-packed day of whacking the Bass on Stillhouse Hollow Lake. Beyond the fun water sports and party coves, Stillhouse is a great place to catch some big bass! The bay is filled with mostly Largemouth, but Derek occasionally targets Stipers, Sandbass, and Catfiish as well. He likes to target these species on light tackle gear using a variety of bass soft plastic and hard baits. Whichever flavor suits your fancy, Derek can definitely accommodate. Derek can take up to 2 guests on these half-day adventures. You will be fishing aboard his 18ft bass boat, which is suited to all your needs on Lake Travis. The vessel is powered by a 115 Yamaha engine that will power you across the smooth surface of the lake with speed. Derek masterfully guides the vessel to put you on your prey, taking you to his favorite fishing holes on the lake. Derek can provide all the fishing gear for you: rods, reels, artificial lures, and light tackle for you, but encourages you to bring your own if you'd like as well. Otherwise feel free to bring your favorite snacks, drinks, and don't forget your Texas fishing license. Get ready to whack some bass! Read More

Lake Fishing Trip in Belton

Stillhouse Lake Bass Fishing

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18 ft 1 - 2 People From $250 / person

Head out with Gar Master Mark for an awesome day of freshwater Garfishing! Alligator Gar are one of the most distinct fish you can find, and Mark is one of the best guides around to help you hook one. His success rate with these exciting monsters is as high as 90 percent! These hunts give you opportunities for several trophy Alligator Gar, as well as many other species. Plus your fish will be prepped for your travel home or to the taxidermist. If you’re just coming for the meat, Mark will be happy to clean and bag your filets for you. On these 6 to 7-hour trips, you and Mark will motor out on Lake Livingston where you'll be casting bait and lures for trophy-sized Alligator Gar. All deposits are final and non-refundable. However, if necessary you may reschedule your date or dates if needed due to unforeseen circumstances. Trips can also be extended at customers' request! Read More

Lake, River Fishing Trip in Houston

Monster Gar On Rod And Reel

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23 ft 1 - 8 People From $188 / person
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Head out with your pro guide Derek for an action-packed day of whacking the Bass on Lake Bastrop. This lake is filled with mostly Largemouth, but Derek occasionally targets Stripers, Sandbass, and Catfish as well. He likes to target these species on light tackle gear using a variety of bass soft plastic and hard baits. Whichever flavor suits your fancy, Derek can definitely accommodate. Derek can take up to 2 guests on these half-day adventures. You will be fishing aboard his 18ft bass boat, which is suited to all your needs on Lake Travis. The vessel is powered by a 115 Yamaha engine that will power you across the smooth surface of the lake with speed. Derek masterfully guides the vessel to put you on your prey, taking you to his favorite fishing holes on the lake. Derek can provide all the fishing gear for you: rods, reels, artificial lures, and light tackle for you, but encourages you to bring your own if you'd like as well. Otherwise feel free to bring your favorite snacks, drinks, and don't forget your Texas fishing license. Get ready to whack some bass! Read More

Lake Fishing Trip in Bastrop

Lake Bastrop Bass Fishing

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18 ft 1 - 2 People From $200 / person

Book a trip with Dustin for a night fun of action packed bowfishing. Dustin lives on Stillhouse lake and has for several years so he knows the lake very well. He also fishes several other lakes around the area including Lake Belton, Lake Austin, Lake Whitney and others. If you're a first time, no worries, Dustin has got you covered. He supplies all the equipment to have an action-packed night out on the water. I have a range of bows for both women and children that can accommodate different individuals. He will start the trip off meeting at the boat ramp and loading up. Then making our way out to the lake, where Dustin will go over a safety briefing with you and get you set up with your bow you will be shooting throughout the trip. He will let you have practice shots to get a feel of the bow, then off we go to chase some fish. We target common carp, buffalo, different species of gar, freshwater drum and shad. There will lots of opportunities to bag some fish with unlimited bag limit! If you have larger groups, we can accommodate those as well within a 2 weeks' notice. Each boat is use are also good friends and guides I know that are very professional and is fully rigged out for bowfishing as well. You will be fishing off of a 20ft 72inch wide custom center console specifically outfitted for bowfishing. The boat is equipped with twelve 100 watt led lights that is best for all clarity of waters we fish and won't be hard to see then. Dustin will guide you during the trip, pointing out fish to help you even if you don't see them. The boat has lots of storage so feel free to bring your own snacks or beverages. He will have an on-board ice chest with bottled water and ice for you if you're needing an ice chest for your own drinks. If it's your first time bowfishing, no need to stress Dustin will walk you through and teach you everything you need to know about bowfishing. So, let's get you booked and get you on an adventure you will always remember!! Read More

Lake, River Fishing Trip in Belton

Resinater Bowfishing Charters

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20 ft 1 - 5 People From $150 / person
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Experience the thrill of bowfishing in the heart of Texas on our exclusive private lake.  Whether you're a seasoned pro or new to the sport, our expert guides ensure an unforgettable adventure. Book your bowfishing excursion today and reel in memories that will last a lifetime! Read More

Lake Fishing Trip in Eagle Lake

Private Lake Bowfishing

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20 ft 1 - 4 People From $300 / person

Three full 8+ hour days chasing the world's largest Alligator Gar specimens with the guru himself Mark! The three days allows you the opportunity to try multiple different spots to really find the biggest possible Alligator Gar. The trip includes hotel lodging for 2 nights, along with breakfast, lunch, and dinner for the three days you'll be fishing. You will be in a different hotel from Mark, but his will be close by so you can easily meet up in the mornings to head out. Mark usually doesn't decide which location will be the best until weeks before his trip so arrangements for lodging will have to be ironed out further down the road. Mark says he likes to make the reservations well in advance but 8 months is a little too far out. Mark has plenty of Alligator Gar honey holes all over the state from Texarkana all the way down to San Antonio, but to find the big specimens takes a lot of scouting. Luckily for planning purposes, all his best spots are within 2 hours of Houston, some much closer. Each trip will start around sun-up, and you will fish for at least 8 hours each day. If you haven't had your fill in 8 hours, Mark will happily stay out longer to make sure you catch your fish! You will be fishing big slow-moving water where these creatures lurk. When Mark is Giant Gar fishing he always has at least 3, sometimes 4, rods in the water, all with top of the line reels and around 300 yards of braided line, drifting 3/0 treble hooks down stream. You need this much line spooled because these gar eat very slow. Mark often lets them run over 200 yards before attempting to set the hook. Mark will provide all the Rods, Reels, Steel Leaders, Bait, Snacks and Drinks for your trip. All you're required to bring is your Texas All Water License. Read More

Lake, River Fishing Trip in Houston

3 Day Alligator Gar Bowfishing

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23 ft 1 - 8 People From $525 / person
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Everything to Know About Booking a fishing trip in Texas

What are the best bowfishing trips in Texas?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 12 bowfishing trips in Texas, and the most popular trips in the area are Central Texas Bowfishing guided by Randy, Saltwater Bowfishing Adventure guided by Mark, and Texas Bowfishing Bonanza guided by Seth.

Our guides in Texas are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 2403 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are licensed, insured, and 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.

The most popular cities to book a Bowfishing charter in Texas are Houston, Belton and Waco.

Looking for kid friendly bowfishing guides in Texas? Check out our beginner and family friendly bowfishing guides in Texas.

What types of bowfishing trips are common in Texas?

Lake fishing is the most popular for bowfishing in Texas as well as river fishing and inshore fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for bowfishing in Texas are: 1. alligator gar, 2. carp, 3. smallmouth buffalo, and 4. spotted gar.

How much does a Texas bowfishing fishing trip cost?

for bowfishing in Texas prices can range anywhere from an affordable $300 to $3,000 and up, but the average price for a half day trip for bowfishing in Texas is $766. The average price for a full day trip for bowfishing in Texas is $2,283.

What month is best for on a bowfishing trip in Texas?

The most popular season to go on a bowfishing trip in Texas is spring, and most anglers book their trips 52 days in advance.

Do I need a Texas fishing license and what are the bag limits in Texas?

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

Recent Reviews of Captain Experiences

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time on this Trip, the captain and crew were 10/10.

    John A. with Houston F. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great trip. Conditions weren't ideal but Jason managed to find fish for us and keep it interesting. Highly recommend.

    James B. with Jason M. of Rockport, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Doug is a phenomenal guide! He quickly made us feel like family. Fishing was supposed to be hard, but everywhere he took us, we caught fish. The only problem we had was he helped the women catch the biggest catch LOL! Thank you for a great time!

    Rodney J. with Doug H. of Port O'Connor, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Richard was fantastic! He was a wealth of knowledge about fishing in Galveston Bay. My family caught enough fish for a fresh supper.

    Ross H. with Richard C. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Great captain put us on the fish wonderful boat was so helpful we didn’t have to do anything but reel in the fish will only use you for our charter experience thank you so much for making the day a special day for my son birthday

    Paul M. with Mark H. of Port Aransas, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Jeff was a very knowledgeable guide, very helpful and worked hard to put us on the fish…highly recommend.

    Mike M. with Jeff H. of Aransas Pass, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip Justin got us limited out and it was a beautiful morning on the water

    Jeffrey A. with Justin M. of Port Aransas, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    What an outstanding time that we had with Captain Mike. This was our very first time boat fishing and we had done so at the request of my son for his 17th birthday. Captain Mike was incredibly accommodating, very easy to communicate with and more importantly knowledgeable when it comes to fishing. He was incredibly patient, taught each person in our group of four how to properly cast and really made sure that we had a good time (and also made sure we caught our limit, I have no doubt he would have stayed out there all day to make it happen.) I'm new at this but I am sure this is the type of experience you hope for with this sort of activity. Book this gut y'all. I PROMISE you that you will not be disappointed. Thanks again Captain Mike for a memorable experience!!!!!

    Joshua C. with Mike K. of South Padre Island, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    5 stars for sure. Reggie was a pro. He put us on fish even when the weather messed up the conditions. I’d recommend Captain Reggie to anyone looking for a great fishing experience.

    Joe W. with Reggie R. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip with Captain Bob. We will be booking more trips in the future with him. Great fishing and stories while we were out.

    Derek Z. with Robert R. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Thank you, We had a great time.Guide was very courteous and very attentive to my 82 year old dad needs to make sure was safe and he had an amazing time.

    Shanon B. with Meghan B. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Trey was very accomidating and helpful throughout the trip. There wasn't a whole lot of fish that day (as was the case for the other boats), but we still managed to catch what we needed. Trey also gave us a great recommendation for a nearby restaurant to have our fish cooked. Thanks Trey! Tip well deserved!

    Kevin M. with Trey C. of Corpus Christi, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    jake was fantastic. we caught 16 large mouth and guadalupe bass during our 4 hour trip, and we had a great time doing it. we're novice fishermen (my 19 year old son and i), but jake was patient, positive and super instructional. it was lots of fun all the way around!

    Robert J. with Jake K. of Spicewood, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Josh was amazing! There was 4 of us. I brought my father (77) and my two sons (7 and 12). Our guide Josh was great with the kids and my father. Experienced and professional. We caught 12 black drum. By the end of the trip Josh had My oldest son casting and reeling them in. He caught 5 of the 12. My youngest son caught caught three with the help of Josh. My dad and I had a great time and my sons are hooked for life. Thank you Josh.

    Andrew V. with Josh W. of Corpus Christi, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Travis is great! Easy going. Super knowledgeable. A+. Would def book him again.

    Clay S. with Travis G. of Rockport, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    It was an excellent experience he showed us what to do and gave us tips on how to catch the fish he was funny and talked to us and made sure we had a good time. The overall experience was amazing.

    Fernando M. with Joe S. of Corpus Christi, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Jonathan is an outstanding guide. He went out of his way to ensure we enjoyed the trip and patiently explained things multiple times when the kids didn't understand. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking to spend time fishing in the Port Isabel and South Padre area.

    Donald J. with Jonathan G. of South Padre Island, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Doug? did a great job. started of slow, but we found what we were looking for. My son in law and grandkids got to catch some large black drum, I got to use my redfish tag. would recommend the trip and will do it again when we come back. Scott

    Scott D. with Chris B. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Recommend without reservation of any kind. A great guy. You'll enjoy your trip. I'm going with him again!

    Eugene B. with Bryan C. of San Antonio, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time fishing with Captain Saul. He and Douglas put us on the fish and hustled their tails off to make sure we were Killin it . We landed some monster Black drum and alot of 18" Sheepshead. Got these guys from Captain Dan's number saved in my phone for next time.Would recommend to anyone looking for a quality outing , catching fish.

    George P. with Dan G. of Galveston, Texas

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