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Everything to Know About Booking a fishing trip
What are the best lake fishing trips?
The best lake fishing trips are:
Why should I book a lake fishing trip with Captain Experiences?
Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 333 lake trips, and the most popular trips are Half Day Lake Conroe guided by Richard, Harsen's Island Charter Adventure guided by Tom, and Lake Erie Smallies, Walleye, Perch guided by Robert.
Our guides are rated a 4.94 out of 5 based on 3678 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 lake guides / fishing lessons? Check out our beginner and family friendly lake guides.
What types of lake fishing trips are common?
The most commonly sought after species for lake fishing are: 1. largemouth bass, 2. walleye, 3. brown trout, 4. chinook salmon, and 5. lake trout.
The most common fishing techniques are light tackle fishing, artificial lure fishing, and trolling but live bait fishing and drift fishing are popular as well.
How much does a lake fishing trip cost?
Prices lake fishing can range anywhere from about $400 to $2,350, but the average price for a half day trip lake fishing is $849. The average price for a full day trip lake fishing is $1,873.
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 lake fishing?
The most popular season for lake fishing is spring, and most anglers book their trips 40 days in advance.
Do I need a fishing license and what are the bag limits?
See here for more information on fishing licenses, bag limits, and fishing season regulations. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations.
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