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Full Day Fishing

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River, Lake Fishing Trip in Hume

Sequoia National Forest Fly Fishing

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Inshore, Nearshore, River Fishing Charter in Daytona Beach

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Everything to Know About Booking a fishing trip

What are the best river fishing trips?

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 367 river trips, and the most popular trips are 3 hour AM Quick Trip guided by Todd, Full Day Fishing guided by Matthew, and Peacock Bass & Iguana Cast & Blast guided by Brett.

Our guides are rated a 4.94 out of 5 based on 3651 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 river guides / fishing lessons? Check out our beginner and family friendly river guides.

What types of river fishing trips are common?

The most commonly sought after species for river fishing are: 1. redfish, 2. rainbow trout, 3. brown trout, 4. speckled trout, and 5. black drum.

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

How much does a river fishing trip cost?

Prices river fishing can range anywhere from about $425 to $2,125, but the average price for a half day trip river fishing is $821. The average price for a full day trip river fishing is $2,406.

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 river fishing?

The most popular season for river fishing is summer, and most anglers book their trips 37 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.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Jonathan was a great captain. Will go back again definitely.

    Brent S. | October 27, 2024

    Trip: Florida gar

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Chad of Tripple J Charters took my wife and I out for a four hour inshore fishing trip around the Biloxi Bay. We had a great time, and caught a variety of species. Chad is a very knowledgeable local fisherman who caters to all angler levels. We learned so much about the ecosystem around the Biloxi MS gulf coast, and how to use different fishing techniques. Spotted some dolphins too. We left with a cooler full of sheepshead, black drum and southern flounder filets. Thanks again Chad!

    William L. | October 25, 2024

    Trip: Biloxi Inshore Trip

  • ★★★★★
    I booked this trip for my husband and he loved it! His guide Cody was great, very communicative. My husband caught a lot of fish and had a lot of fun. Thanks Cody!

    Josh L. | October 21, 2024

    Trip: Brazos River Drift Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Amazing day out on the water with captain Greg. Not often you get to fill up the freezer with silver trout AND catch a couple monster redfish. Will be booking with him again next time we go out

    Tucker L. | October 14, 2024

    Trip: Pristine Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    Chris was an amazing guide and damn fun to talk to. Incredibly knowledgeable but humble and a great guy to talk to. Kendra was exceptional at the organization and communication.

    Paul R. | October 11, 2024

    Trip: Low Country Inshore Slam

  • ★★★★★
    Day out with Stephen was great! Location is perfect for trout fishing.

    Alex P. | October 6, 2024

    Trip: "Pennsylvania Pigs" on Light Tackle

  • ★★★★★
    Real nice guy and he put me on fish no complaints

    Clayton C. | October 5, 2024

    Trip: Carp and Buffalo on the Fly

  • ★★★★★
    Fantastic guide. Couldn't recommend more. Took the time to show us the art of fly fishing and the South Fork of the King's River. You won't go wrong with Scott!

    Carl A. | September 29, 2024

    Trip: Sequoia National Forest Fly Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    What a great fishing trip with Bailey! My father and I had a wonderful time, caught some very nice fish and saw some amazing scenery along the way, while fishing the river. Looking forward to doing it again. Thank you!!

    Leah O. | September 29, 2024

    Trip: Sheboygan Salmon and Trout

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip and they were able to book a different Captain on a days notice when the original Captain had a boat malfunction. Thank you!

    Dave B. | September 29, 2024

    Trip: Low Country Inshore Slam

  • ★★★★★
    Tyler was awesome! Super nice guy who is incredibly knowledgeable about fishing the Everglades. We hooked multiple tarpon and Tyler cleaned our mangrove snapper which made for some great fish tacos that night. Highly recommend him to anyone looking for a unique Everglades experience!

    Michael S. | September 9, 2024

    Trip: Everglades Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Joe was extremely knowledgeable about spots to hit. Even when other captains weren’t catching anything, he found a way to get us to spots where we, not only caught 3 large redfish, but quite a bit of other fish. The tour was extremely enjoyable and a lot of fun. I would highly recommend Joe. A Great a time!!

    Marche W. | August 28, 2024

    Trip: Half day trip - Bay

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip. Capt Ryan filled in for our original guide and did a great job. Conditions were good and he got us hooked up on some reds.

    Eric L. | August 27, 2024

    Trip: Charleston Light Tackle Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Caleb did an excellent job taking us around the waterways and finding different spots for us. We caught some good fish and had lots of fun. Great guide to go out fishing with.

    Pejman Y. | August 25, 2024

    Trip: Inshore Fishing with Kaleb

  • ★★★★★
    The four of us had a great time fishing with Captain Todd! We did a quick morning trip and it was just enough for all of us to catch a handful of fish. Todd was very knowledgeable and a great guide. Would definitely go again!

    Natalie B. | August 22, 2024

    Trip: 3 hour AM Quick Trip

  • ★★★★★
    What an AMAZING trip we had out on the water with Ronnie. Seriously couldn’t have asked for a better day from catching bait to catching our dream fish! Ronnie is very experienced and had so much to offer! If you are looking for a lifetime experience in Charleston, SC. BOOK with Ronnie!

    Zachary W. | August 16, 2024

    Trip: Low Country Inshore Slam

  • ★★★★★
    Great time.

    Mike C. | August 4, 2024

    Trip: Inshore Light Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    10/10 if we could put him up there , went out for a bachelor party and had a great time with Carlo. We had to cut the day short for some people and take them back to the dock but Carlo offer to take the rest of us back out for a couple more hours after. Definitely be using him every time we go out, not to mention we caught some of the biggest drum and sheep head inshore we’ve seen.

    Justin A. | August 4, 2024

    Trip: Besting Charleston's Beasts

  • ★★★★★
    It was a great trip with Nate.

    Brian H. | August 3, 2024

    Trip: Madison River Float Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Excellent trip. Very knowledgeable guide. Was very patient with inexperienced anglers. Good instructor.

    Glenn S. | August 2, 2024

    Trip: Walk-and-Wade Adventure

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