Night Time Trophy Trout

NEW Cotter, AR 1 - 4 People 5 Hours From $875 Trip #10239
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About Your Trip

Water Type

River

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Get ready for an unforgettable night chasing giants on the legendary White River with Gordon and Lori—your expert husband-and-wife guide team who live and breathe this fishery. After landing their first trophy Brown Trout from kayaks over a decade ago, they fell head over heels for the magic of this river. Since then, they’ve made it their mission to master its patterns, protect its resources, and share the thrill of trophy trout fishing with fellow...

About Your Trip

Get ready for an unforgettable night chasing giants on the legendary White River with Gordon and Lori—your expert husband-and-wife guide team who live and breathe this fishery. After landing their first trophy Brown Trout from kayaks over a decade ago, they fell head over heels for the magic of this river. Since then, they’ve made it their mission to master its patterns, protect its resources, and share the thrill of trophy trout fishing with fellow anglers just like you. Trips are subject to water flows from the dam; they need at least 50 MW flowing to be able to run the trips. Durations can change due to the flows as well, typically the trip is around 5 hours. Departure times can be affected by the flows, to align for the best possible opportunities.

What makes this adventure so special is that Gordon and Lori are one of the very few guide teams able to safely offer night trips on the White River. This means you’ll have the rare opportunity to fish when the biggest Brown and Rainbow Trout are most active—giving you the absolute best chance at hooking into the fish of a lifetime.

Their custom-built fishing platforms are engineered specifically for the challenges of nighttime conditions. Outfitted with advanced GPS mapping, premium LED lighting, and CO2 inflatable life jackets, these boats deliver rock-solid stability and safety no matter the water level. Every detail has been dialed in so you can fish confidently and focus on what matters most: connecting with a true river monster.

From the moment you step onboard, everything is ready to go. Gordon and Lori provide all rods, tackle, and a carefully curated spread of custom hard baits designed for every river condition. Shimano ultralight spinning reels ensure smooth, hassle-free casting and reeling—perfect for detecting that next strike in the dark.

What really sets this trip apart is the passion behind it. Every fish is handled with the utmost care—photographed, measured, and released to fight another day—so this one-of-a-kind fishery thrives for future generations. Gordon and Lori constantly track water levels, temperature changes, and feeding behavior, using years of knowledge to put you in the right place at the right time.

There’s nothing quite like drifting under the stars, waiting for that explosive hit from a trophy trout. With Gordon and Lori, you’re not just booking a trip—you’re securing access to one of the most unique and exhilarating fishing opportunities on the White River.
Amenities

Water Type

River

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Location

This guide can be flexible with the departure location.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 14 days before the trip.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Kid Friendly

This trip is not suited for small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

5 hours
1 Person
$875.00
2 People
$875.00
3 People
$975.00
4 People
$1,075.00
Pay 15% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.
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About Your Guide

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Gordon & Lori W.

Independent Guide
Intense
Instructional
Expert Oriented
Adventurous
Quality
Talkative
Our team is comprised of husband and wife, Gordon and Lori. This energetic couple discovered their love for White River fishing over a decade ago when they caught trophy brown trout from kayaks. They learned the nuances of this incredible fishery and look forward to sharing their experience with you!

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Gordon & Lori

Gordon & Lori W.

Independent Guide
Our team is comprised of husband and wife, Gordon and Lori. This energetic couple discovered their love for White River fishing over a decade ago when they caught trophy brown trout from kayaks. They learned the nuances of this incredible fishery and look forward to sharing their experience with you!
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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
Brown trout caught by Lori- 35.5 inches! Beautiful female!
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
It would reflect our client's choices;whether it be light snacks to keep fishing or a grilled fresh fish shore meal! It's all about our clients!

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
Brown trout caught by Lori- 35.5 inches! Beautiful female!
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
It would reflect our client's choices;whether it be light snacks to keep fishing or a grilled fresh fish shore meal! It's all about our clients!
What’s your favorite band?
We both have many favorite genres of music! We vary from old country, new country. R&B, Blues, Jazz, Classic Rock! .When in the boat music can be chosen, however usually we find it to be distracting to our clients mission of catching their personal best trophy! We are happy to play music and have marine grade speakers 🔊
What’s your favorite movie?
We both love adventure movies! Lori has also likes thrillers and family westerns!
What’s your favorite sports team?
We are both Chiefs fans! We both love college football and baseball! We are a "house divided" when it comes to college games. Lori graduated from The University of Kansas and Gordon graduated from Kansas State University! We have a blast watching both teams! Of course during basketball season...Ku is exciting and triumphant! 🏀🎉
What’s your drink of choice?
Gordon loves fresh brewed iced tea! Lori's favorite is fresh squeezed lemonade!
How did you get started guiding?
We both fell in love with both The White River and The Norfork River via kayaks! We began with an older , narrow River Rat that we customized by painting the interior and had a vinyl rap made from a digital image of a brown trout Lori had caught! She was beautiful , however narrow for maneuvering with clients! We progressed to a custom Topwater, allowing comfort and safety for ourselves and our clients!.
What makes you different from other guides?
Fishing with us is different than other guides in many ways. Lori is a dual degree nurse practitioner, so your safety is always priority! Gordon is an excellent teacher and will place our boat in the best possible location to ensure the best probability at catching your personal best! They work together as a smooth team, putting big fish in the boat , having the time of your life, all while staying safe! We provide CO2 vests, ensuring your safety! When the lights go out and its pitch dark on the river, this team puts big fish in the boat, creating lifelong memories for years to come!
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Start Location & Lodging Options

Your guide can be flexible with your start location.
You can work with your guide after booking to set a more specific start location in the area.
Cotter, Arkansas
Areas Fished

About Your Boat

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Boat photo for Night Time Trophy Trout
Boat photo for Night Time Trophy Trout
Boat Type
Jet Boat
Boat Manufacturer
Custom Topwater
Boat Length
22'
Boat Restroom
No

About Your Boat

Boat Type
Jet Boat
Boat Manufacturer
Custom Topwater
Boat Length
22'
Boat Restroom
No
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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

River

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Location

This guide can be flexible with the departure location.

Weather

You won't lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 14 days before the trip.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Kid Friendly

This trip is not suited for small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .
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  • Get it while it's HOT!
  • This species is in play.
  • You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
  • Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

Techniques

  • Artificial Lure Fishing
  • Drift Fishing
  • Light Tackle Fishing

Everything Else to Know

All gear is included, but we also recommend bringing sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing, and anything else you might want on the trip.
You'll need to buy a fishing license before getting out there. Find out more about licenses here.
We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).
Cancel for free up to 14 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 14 of the trip will forfeit your deposit to the guide. Day-of cancellations and no-shows will be charged the full balance of the trip to their card.
In the event of inclement weather you'll be covered by out 100% Weather Guarantee and will not lose your deposit.

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