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About Your Trip

Water Type

Lake

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

About Your Trip

You will fish aboard a 21’ Skeeter bass boat, a tournament-style platform designed specifically for serious bass fishing while still offering a comfortable ride for anglers of all experience levels. With room for up to 4 guests, the boat provides plenty of casting space and is loaded with the electronics and equipment needed to efficiently locate and target bass throughout Table Rock Lake's vast network of points, timber, creek channels, docks, and offshore structure.

Table Rock is known for its healthy populations of Largemouth, Smallmouth, and Spotted Bass, and Captain Derek uses his local knowledge and time on the water to adapt to changing conditions throughout the year. Depending on the season, you may find yourself fishing shallow cover, targeting suspended fish offshore, working bluff walls, or chasing active feeding fish around bait schools.

All rods, reels, and tackle are included, allowing you to focus entirely on fishing while Captain Derek handles the details. He enjoys working with anglers of all skill levels and is happy to share techniques, seasonal patterns, electronics knowledge, and bass fishing strategies throughout the day. Whether you're hoping to learn new skills, prepare for tournament fishing, introduce someone to bass fishing, or simply catch more fish, he'll tailor the trip to your goals.

Cold bottled water is provided onboard, and there is ample cooler space available for any additional drinks or snacks you would like to bring. From first-time anglers to experienced bass fishermen looking to unlock Table Rock's potential, Captain Derek is committed to providing a productive, educational, and enjoyable day on the water.

Amenities

Water Type

Lake

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

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.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

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

Physicality

This trip requires an average level of physical activity.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Boat Restroom

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

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	4 hours	6 hours	8 hours
1 Person	$350.00	$500.00	$600.00
2 People	$350.00	$500.00	$600.00
3 People	$400.00	$550.00	$650.00
4 People	$450.00	$600.00	$700.00

Pay 15% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

About Your Guide

Derek S.

Independent Guide

Talkative

Instructional

Derek fishes the Branson area and has extensive knowledge of the local waters, including Table Rock Lake and Lake Taneycomo. Depending on the fishery, he targets Largemouth, Smallmouth, and Spotted Bass, along with Rainbow and Brown Trout.

Derek runs his trips from a 21' Skeeter bass boat with room for up to four guests, providing the rods, reels, and tackle needed for a day on the water.

About Your Guide

Derek S.

Independent Guide

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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.

Ridgedale, Missouri

Areas Fished

Table Rock Lake

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Bass Fishing Table Rock Lake

Boat Type: Bass Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Skeeter
Year Built: 2015
Boat Length: 21'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Bass Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Skeeter
Year Built: 2015
Boat Length: 21'
Boat Restroom: No
Engine Manufacturer: Yamaha
Total Horsepower: 250
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: GPS, Fishfinder, Live bait well, Wireless trolling motor, Ice box

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Lake

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

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.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

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

Physicality

This trip requires an average level of physical activity.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Boat Restroom

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

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).
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Techniques

Everything Else to Know

Everything is included, but we also recommend bringing sunglasses, 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.

Reviews

5.0

based on 2 reviews

Jordana

Verified Review

June 26

You cannot go wrong with Derek as your guide. He is fun and engaging doing everything he can to make your trip memorable. We had the best time and will definitely request him again.

Jordana

Verified Review

June 26

You cannot go wrong with Derek as your guide. He is fun and engaging doing everything he can to make your trip memorable. We had the best time and will definitely request him again.

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Matt

Verified Review

July 6

Awesome guide, fun to talk with as we go. Will absolutely go with him again!

Matt

Verified Review

July 6

Awesome guide, fun to talk with as we go. Will absolutely go with him again!

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Captain Experiences is home to thousands of quality, vetted fishing, hunting, and other outdoor sports guides across the US and beyond. Our mission is to Unlock the Outdoors by making it quick and easy to book the trip of a lifetime every time with our Damn Good Guides.

We vet our guides and only partner with the best of the best. Our guides do their very best to keep you safe, show you a great time, and send you home with a memorable experience shared with family and friends.

Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a QR Code boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!

In the event of inclement weather, our guides will check the conditions and make the final call on whether its safe to go on the trip. If they decide the trip needs to be postponed, we'll work closely with you to reschedule or provide a credit for the full deposit, which can be applied to any of our trips in the US and beyond.

Each trip's price is determined by the guide and reflects all associated costs. A significant factor in pricing is often the type of boat and the corresponding fuel expenses. Additional costs may include leases, marina or slip fees, and the expenses involved in providing and maintaining the necessary gear for your trip.

After booking your trip, we'll connect you directly with your guide to discuss additional details. In the meantime, our team is here to answer any questions via email, text, or phone.

Bass Fishing Table Rock Lake

About Your Trip

About Your Trip

Pricing Matrix

About Your Guide

About Your Guide

Start Location & Lodging Options

About Your Boat

About Your Boat

Trip Details & Amenities

Target Species

Techniques

Everything Else to Know

Reviews

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