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Lake Fishing Trip in Willis

Half Day Lake Conroe

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25 ft 1 - 6 People From $125 / person

Lake Fishing Trip in San Antonio

Freshwater Reds - Weekday Trip

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21 ft 1 - 6 People From $75 / person

Lake Fishing Trip in Dallas

Lake Ray Hubbard Trophy Catfish Trip

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20 ft 1 - 3 People From $167 / person

Lake Fishing Trip in San Antonio

Calaveras Lake Weekend Getaway

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21 ft 1 - 6 People From $75 / person

Lake Fishing Trip in Austin

Lake Austin Kid Focused Fishing

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22 ft 1 - 6 People From $58 / person

Lake, River Fishing Trip in Sardis

Trophy Crappie Fishing In North MS

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17 ft 1 - 4 People From $188 / person

Most Popular Types of Blue Catfish Trips

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Lake Ray Hubbard is a famous DFW fishing spot for largemouth bass, crappie, catfish, striped bass (white bass), and more. Brandon offers night bow fishing, and daytime fishing year round for anglers of all ages and skill levels. Read his latest fishing report to know what to expect on your next fishing adventure with Brandon! Theres no better company that Texas Lead Slingers to lead you on your next guided trip. Book now for our best available dates! Brandon provides all rods, reels, tackle, baits and bow fishing equipment for up to 8. Read More

Lake Fishing Trip in Rowlett

Lake Ray Hubbard White Bass+

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24 ft 1 - 8 People From $125 / person

Tired of regular old rod n’ reel fishing? Try out bowfishing with Captain Gavin! This amazing trip takes you into the shallow marshlands of southeast Louisiana, where you have the opportunity to pick off fish the old fashioned (and more bad ass) way. At night, you will set out for a 6 hour journey aboard an 18’ Alumatech Air Boat. This stealthy fish catching machine allows you to sneak up on your prey. It comfortably fits up to 4 guests and the Captain. You will be targeting Redfish, but many Drum, Gar, Sheephead, and Catfish can be found too. Captain Gavin will clean your catch, provide all the necessary equipment, and bring a cooler to keep your catch fresh. You also need to bring your own food and drinks, as well as a jacket to stay warm in the cold night air. All bows and arrows are provided by the Captain. This once-in-a-lifetime experience should be both fun and rewarding. You should definitely bring a camera to document this unique trip! Read More

Inshore, Lake Fishing Charter in Lafitte

Bad Ass Bow Fishing

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18 ft 1 - 10 People From $313 / person

Hop on board with Scott for an exciting day of fishing on Sam Rayburn Reservoir! On this 4-hour freshwater trip, you'll be targeting Blue Catfish, Crappie, Largemouth Bass, Striped Bass and White Bass. The most popular game fish on Sam Rayburn is Largemouth Bass, so expect to find one on the end of your line! Crappie and Catfish also have excellent year-round populations in this reservoir. Less common here is the White Bass, but come during the spring time and you might just reel one in. Whatever fish you're after, Scott is a friendly guide who will land you some big catches and help you hone in your techniques along the way. You’ll be fishing on Scott’s 25’ Skeeter center console, which is equipped with a GPS, fishfinder and live bait well. It can accommodate 6 anglers. Make sure you bring a valid Texas fishing license, food and drinks of your choice (no glass), a hat, sunscreen, and some good company! Scott will provide the rest. He will also clean any fish you catch for an additional charge. Read More

Lake Fishing Trip in Etoile

Sam Rayburn Classic

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36 ft 1 - 6 People From $83 / person

Located only 30 minutes from downtown New Orleans, head out with Captain Nick for a morning or afternoon spin fishing the waters of Southern Louisiana. All trips are approximately 6 hours long. Morning trips depart between 6 & 6:30 AM. Afternoon trips depart around 1 PM. After you launch, Captain Nick will guide you thru the vast marshland and bayous that New Orleans, Delacroix, and St. Bernard have to offer as you watch cranes and other migratory birds fly up from the grass line and alligators storm off their perch on the bank while on your way to your fishing destination. He will put you in the best location to fish the rich marshes of the Louisiana delta for reel-stripping gamefish! Once the destination has been reached, Captain Nick will demonstrate numerous tips and strategies to make sure that you catch fish. Whether it be drift fishing a bay for speckled trout, chasing down tailing redfish or spin fishing for any of those other fabulous species Southeast Louisiana has to offer. Captain Nick will make sure you and your guests are well taken care of and get to experience a trip of a lifetime! Captain Nick will come prepared with all the rods, reels, and tackle you will need for your trip so all you need to do is bring a Louisiana fishing license, whatever snacks and beverages you prefer, and Captain Nick will take care of the rest! Read More

Inshore Fishing Charter in Saint Bernard

Inshore Spin Fishing

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24 ft 1 - 5 People From $200 / person
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Head out with your pro guide Derek for an action-packed day of whacking the Bass on Lake Austin. Beyond the fun water sports and party coves, Lake Travis is in fact known for its big bass! This suburban stretch of river is filled with mostly Largemouth, but Derek occasionally targets Stripers 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 Austin

Lake Austin Bass Fishing

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18 ft 1 - 2 People From $175 / person
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Get ready for four hours of action-packed nighttime bowfishing with Randy! Randy will take you to some of his favorite fishing spots on the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes, where you’ll be targeting Alligator Gar, Blue Catfish, Channel Catfish, and Tilapia. Bowfishing provides an exhilarating approach to fishing that is unlike any other. On this trip, Randy will take you out on his 18' airboat equipped with a 500 HP engine and an array of generator-powered lights to show where the fish are swimming. Glide through the water with your compound bow and spear some fish from a distance! No need to worry if you're new to bowfishing; you will head out an hour before dark so that Randy can explain the basics and walk you through how to use the equipment. Randy can accommodate 2 people on this 4-hour adventure. Randy will provide all the equipment you need and some drinks to keep you hydrated. You’ll want to bring a Florida fishing license and any snacks you might need! Enjoy your unique experience on the water with Randy! Read More

Lake Fishing Trip in Kissimmee

Night Bowfishing (4 Hours)

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18 ft 1 - 2 People From $200 / person
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Everything to Know About Booking a fishing trip

What are the best blue catfish fishing trips?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 35 blue catfish trips, and the most popular trips are Half Day Lake Conroe guided by Richard, Freshwater Reds - Weekday Trip guided by Bryan, and Lake Ray Hubbard Trophy Catfish Trip guided by Milton.

Our guides are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 2398 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.

Looking for kid friendly blue catfish guides? Check out our beginner and family friendly blue catfish guides.

What types of blue catfish fishing trips are common?

Lake fishing is the most popular for blue catfish as well as river fishing, inshore fishing, and flats fishing.

The most common fishing techniques are light tackle fishing, bottom fishing, and artificial lure fishing but live bait fishing and heavy tackle fishing are popular as well.

How much does a blue catfish fishing trip cost?

for blue catfish prices can range anywhere from an affordable $200 to $3,000 and up, but the average price for a half day trip for blue catfish is $498. The average price for a full day trip for blue catfish is $1,382.

What month is best for blue catfish fishing?

The most popular season for blue catfish fishing is spring, and most anglers book their trips 39 days in advance.

Do I need a fishing license for blue catfish and what are the bag limits for blue catfish?

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

Recent Reviews of Captain Experiences

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    Kevin was an awesome guide! I took my 10 year son and we were able to catch almost 30 fish, mostly perch, sunfish but did catch some big black drum and catfish. We caught fish almost the whole time we were out which is what I was looking for since we are both inexperienced, my son had a great time and made good memories.

    Diana T. with Kevin M. of Austin, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Great experience, will do another trip soon. We caught a ton & had a real good time.

    Pierre C. with Aaron B. of Sardis, Mississippi

  • ★★★★★
    Raymond was a great guide. We really enjoyed the trip and will definitely book with him again when the weather is warm. We are from South Carolina and here on our anniversary trip, but we WILL be back.

    Michael S. with Raymond E. of San Antonio, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    We loved every second! What a trip!

    Michael S. with Raymond E. of San Antonio, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Kevin was fantastic! We had a cold day but spirits were high and fishing was great!!! Caught 7 fish! Kids had a blast and adults enjoyed seeing the lake real estate!

    Leah K. with Kevin M. of Austin, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Wow, I had such a great time. I went out with JJ and he found the fish, big fish in really tough conditions. He taught me a lot about the live scope and is just a really great guy. Aaron went above and beyond to set up my trip for me and it went off without any problems. I would highly recommend these guys and have already started making plans for my next round of big fish. At the end of the day, I come away with someone that I consider a friend!!

    Carl H. with Aaron B. of Sardis, Mississippi

  • ★★★★★
    Great time! Captain Bryan is knowledgeable and put us on a lot of fish!

    William T. with Bryan C. of San Antonio, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Had an amazing time with Shane on our Brazos river kayak trip. He was a phenomenal guide and would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for a great fishing trip. Would absolutely do again!

    Tony A. with Shane D. of Brazos River, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Bryan did awesome job of putting us on the fish. A very friendly and funny guide. Highly recommend.

    John N. with Bryan C. of San Antonio, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    We went out with one of Milton's guides, Captain Manny. We chatted over texts before the trip and I'm glad we did. He asked about what we were expecting; trophies or quantity. This led him to suggest a different lake, which was the same distance from us. And it was perfect! He educated us on catfishing around the area and we picked his brain about fishing in general. That alone is worth the price of a guide. On top of that, he put us on a 20 lb blue in the first 15 minutes. The boat was very roomy for the 3 of us plus the Captain and just about anything else you would want to bring. I would consider this a very family and beginner friendly trip. They provided all gear and tackle. It whole process was so convenient I'm already thinking about the next dates I can get out there again.

    Adam M. with Milton N. of Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Bryan knows Lake Calaveras. He has been guiding guests for 13 years. He was friendly and knowledgeable. He found the drum school and put us on them. We limited out and had a great time!!! We will be back soon!!!

    Byron A. with Bryan C. of San Antonio, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    My son and I recently went on a guided trip with Derek and we could not be happier! Originally we were scheduled for Lake Austin, but Derek had gotten some news that we should hit Lake Travis instead, and it definitely paid off! His knowledge of the lake and guidance with us novice fishermen (and just a good guy all around) led to some fun results!

    Logan . with Derek R. of Austin, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Derek did a great job. Even though the weather was a little cold and the fish weren’t too hungry, we hit multiple different spots and everyone on the trip landed something! We also nearly landed a 25 pound mega catfish that would’ve been a personal best! All in all, awesome day, awesome guide.

    Ian O. with Derek R. of Austin, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Terrific day exploring the lake and catching a mess of catfish - well worth it - very pleased!

    Bruce H. with Richard T. of Willis, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Excellent fishing trip with Captain Richard. He is a very knowledgeable fishing guide with a great personality. We caught about 60 catfish in under 2 hours. He then gave us a boat tour of the Lake Conroe shoreline since it was our first time on the lake.

    Carlos C. with Richard T. of Willis, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Bryan can put you on the fish! Caught & released plus or minus 25 reds in about 3 hours, and at 2 points we had four fish on the lines at the same time. Freshwater reds are a bucket lister for anyone. -Attison with Captain Experiences

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

  • ★★★★★
    Third trip this morning, and Richard was again a GREAT guide. He’s punctual, super friendly and very knowledgeable. He takes us exactly where we need to be and we catch tons of fish. We will definitely book with them again!

    Camille W. with Richard T. of Willis, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    My boyfriend and I had so much fun out on the water with Capt. Bryan for our trip. We had booked the charter as a joint graduation present for the both of us and it was an experience to remember. Capt. Bryan was knowledgeable about the waters, the fish, and was very personable. We went home with our limit and would recommend Capt. Bryan to anyone for a great time!

    Ashley M. with Bryan C. of San Antonio, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Fantastic day on the water with Richard! Knowledgeable, professional and fun. Second time using CE, and not the last.

    Camille W. with Richard T. of Willis, Texas

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