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Fish With A PRO On Canyon Lake, TX!

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Everything to Know About Booking a fishing trip in Texas

Why should I book a smallmouth bass fishing trip in Texas with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 18 smallmouth bass trips in Texas, and the most popular trips in the area are Fish With A PRO On Canyon Lake, TX! guided by Byron, Texas Rivers Adventure guided by Tyler, and Devil's River Kayak Adventure guided by Shane.

Our guides in Texas 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 Texas? Check out our beginner and family friendly smallmouth bass guides in Texas.

What types of smallmouth bass fishing trips are common in Texas?

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

The most common fishing techniques in Texas are artificial lure fishing, bottom fishing, and jigging but light tackle fishing and sight casting are popular as well.

How much does a Texas smallmouth bass fishing trip cost?

Prices for smallmouth bass in Texas can range anywhere from about $375 to $3,950, but the average price for a half day trip for smallmouth bass in Texas is $459. The average price for a full day trip for smallmouth bass in Texas is $2,058.

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 Texas?

The most popular season for smallmouth bass fishing in Texas is spring, and most anglers book their trips 23 days in advance.

Do I need a Texas fishing license for smallmouth bass and what are the bag limits for smallmouth bass 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

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    We crushed it with Carson on the Colorado! Giant tank river bass all morning long. Carson knew where to find em and what to feed em! So much fun and can’t wait to do it again. - Jonathan with Captain Experiences

    Jonathan N. | October 15, 2025

    Trip: Hill Country Backcountry Bassin'

  • ★★★★★
    We had an epic time with Carson fishing Lake Austin. We caught on a mix of different baits to keep things fun with worms, swim baits, etc. Was awesome learning a new lake and Carson had the tips and tricks to keep us on fish all morning. Can’t wait to run it back. - Jonathan with Captain Experiences

    Jonathan N. | October 15, 2025

    Trip: Hill Country Backcountry Bassin'

  • ★★★★★
    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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