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“Our Damn Good Guides go above and beyond, and we’ve handpicked every single one. We’re passionate about the outdoors and look forward to getting you out on the trip of a lifetime, every time.”

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Crappie Fishing Guides

Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, River, Lake in North Kingstown

Kayak Fishing

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12 ft 1 - 3 People From $300
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Lake Fishing in Jasper

Sam Rayburn Bass Trips

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21 ft 1 - 4 People From $450
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

River, Lake Fishing in Mosinee

Ice Fishing Charters Wisconsin

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1 - 3 People From $375
Veteran Operated
This trip is managed by a veteran of the US armed forces.
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Lake Fishing in Yarborough Landing

Slabbin’ Out On Big Millwood Crappie

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21 ft 1 - 3 People From $500
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

River, Lake Fishing in Scottsboro

Alabama Elite Crappie Fishing

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20 ft 1 - 3 People From $450
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Lake Fishing in Cheney

Cheney Reservoir Trip

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22 ft 1 - 4 People From $400
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Everything to Know About Booking a fishing trip

Why should I book a crappie fishing trip with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 77 crappie trips, and the most popular trips are Fox Chain O' Lakes Ice Fishing guided by Trevor, Lake Okeechobee Bass Fishing guided by Mike, and Lake of the Ozarks Pro Fishing guided by Joe.

Our guides are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 4715 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 crappie guides / fishing lessons? Check out our beginner and family friendly crappie guides.

What types of crappie fishing trips are common?

Lake fishing is the most popular type of fishing for crappie as well as river fishing, inshore fishing, and nearshore fishing.

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

How much does a crappie fishing trip cost?

Prices for crappie can range anywhere from about $400 to $1,400, but the average price for a half day trip for crappie is $670. The average price for a full day trip for crappie is $982.

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 crappie fishing?

The most popular season for crappie fishing is spring, and most anglers book their trips 22 days in advance.

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

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Brandon is the best guide we have ever had. Brandon will be our go to guy for company team building events moving forward.

    Steven R. | June 8, 2025

    Trip: Lake Ray Hubbard White Bass+

  • ★★★★★
    Scott was AWESOME..taught us a lot about Crappie fishing.

    Phillip F. | June 7, 2025

    Trip: Crappie Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    We had a GREAT time! I definitely recommend Ryker. He gets 5 stars from me. He is a great communicator and great fishing skills. We had no problem getting our limit. We will for sure do this again.

    Annabelle G. | June 7, 2025

    Trip: Crappie Fishing Lake Fork

  • ★★★★★
    Ray was very friendly and experienced. His tackle and boat was clean and tip top. Fish wasn’t biting at first but Ray stayed at it and put us on good fish and ended up with many in the live well. Ray is very knowledgeable and a great guide. Would use again!

    David S. | June 6, 2025

    Trip: Lake Conroe: Half or Full Day

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great trip with TJ this morning! We brought in over a dozen hybrids. Look him up if you are in the Lake Norman area.

    Michael B. | May 31, 2025

    Trip: Tight Lines and Big Smiles

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