Giant Alligator Gar Adventure

100% (2) DeSoto, TX 1 - 3 People 8 Hours From $750 Trip #2869


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Water Type

River

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

If you're looking to land the biggest, baddest freshwater fish south of the Mason-Dixon, this trip with your pro guide, Milton, is what you want. Milton is well known in Texas for his ability to find, hook, and land some absolutely massive Alligator Gar, which can get up to 200 pounds and over six feet long! These fish are top predators in their environments, and hunt everything from fish to frogs to ducks and small...

About Your Trip

If you're looking to land the biggest, baddest freshwater fish south of the Mason-Dixon, this trip with your pro guide, Milton, is what you want.

Milton is well known in Texas for his ability to find, hook, and land some absolutely massive Alligator Gar, which can get up to 200 pounds and over six feet long! These fish are top predators in their environments, and hunt everything from fish to frogs to ducks and small mammals. The Trinity River outside of Dallas is home to some of the biggest Gar in the country, so get out there and get some!

On this trip, Milton will motor you out to the deep holes in the river, where you'll be using heavy tackle with steel leaders to hook these prehistoric monsters. Gar are ferocious fighters, and going toe-to-toe with one of these fish is an experience like no other. Plus, their alligator-like teeth can do some real damage, so watch out.
Milton has a whole cache of secret spots up and down the Trinity, so if it's not happening in your current spot, he'll move you to the next one until the fish start biting!

You'll be out there on Milton's 20' G3 skiff. She has a shallow draft to let you in to every part of the river, and has a 150HP Yamaha to get you wherever you want to go.
Milton will provide all the rods, reels, leaders, bait, snacks and drinks for your trip. All you're required to bring is your Texas All Water License. Milton's boat fits 3 anglers comfortably, so make sure to bring some good company. Finally, bring sun protection and proper clothing—it can get hot out there!
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.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

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 kids.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

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.

Flexible Cancelation

The deposit for this trip is non-refundable.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

8 Hours
1 Person
$750.00
2 People
$750.00
3 People
$750.00
Pay $100.0 as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.
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Milton N.

Independent Guide 15 years of exp.
Laid-back
Talkative
Instructional
Expert Oriented
Adventurous
Quality
Captain Milton is one of the best Texas Catfish guides in the state and now offers guide Monster Alligator Gar hunts as well! The number of monster Texas Catfish and Gar he brings aboard his G3 Jet Boat is simply mind-blowing. Captain Milton offers a variety of guided fishing trips across North Texas lakes for these giant blue catfish and usually hits the Trinity River when hunting Giant Gar. His reserved and calm demeanor makes...

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Milton

Milton N.

Independent Guide 15 years of exp.
Captain Milton is one of the best Texas Catfish guides in the state and now offers guide Monster Alligator Gar hunts as well! The number of monster Texas Catfish and Gar he brings aboard his G3 Jet Boat is simply mind-blowing.

Captain Milton offers a variety of guided fishing trips across North Texas lakes for these giant blue catfish and usually hits the Trinity River when hunting Giant Gar. His reserved and calm demeanor makes him a blast to fish with and his number one priority is always customer satisfaction which means catching fish!
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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
7ft 8 inches Alligatot Gar
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Tacos

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
7ft 8 inches Alligatot Gar
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Tacos
Whats your favorite band?
George Straight
Whats your favorite movie?
Remember the Titans
Whats your favorite sports team?
Dallas Cowboys
Whats your drink of choice?
Black Coffee or Sugar Free Red Bull
What was your last halloween costume?
N/A
What do you want for Christmas this year?
Another Jet Boat
How did you get started guiding?
I got good at fishing!
What makes you different from other guides?
I'm not in it for the money!
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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.
DeSoto, Texas
Areas Fished
  • Trinity River

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Giant Alligator Gar Adventure
Boat Type
Utility Boat
Boat Manufacturer
G3
Year Built
2020
Boat Length
20'

About Your Boat

Boat Type
Utility Boat
Boat Manufacturer
G3
Year Built
2020
Boat Length
20'
Engine Manufacturer
Yamaha
Total Horsepower
150
Number of Engines
1
Additional Amenities
Trips with more than 4 people will be on 2 boats. live wells, cooler with ice, power poles, pan optics live scope
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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.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

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 kids.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

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.

Flexible Cancelation

The deposit for this trip is non-refundable.

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

  • Bottom Fishing
  • Cut Bait Fishing
  • Heavy Tackle Fishing

Everything Else to Know

All gear and fuel will be included, basic fishing essentials are recommended.
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%).
The deposit for this trip is non-refundable except for weather-related cancellations. 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

Ian

Verified Review

July 8

Terrific trip with Milton. Fishing started slow, but we stuck it out and everybody caught their first-ever gar! Milton moved spots several times to get us more shots, and we caught fish while every other boat on the river got skunked. Will definitely be back!

Ian

Verified Review

July 8

Terrific trip with Milton. Fishing started slow, but we stuck it out and everybody caught their first-ever gar! Milton moved spots several times to get us more shots, and we caught fish while every other boat on the river got skunked. Will definitely be back!
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Adam

Verified Review

May 27

We went out with one of Milton's guides, Captain Manny. We chatted over texts before the trip and I'm glad we did. He asked about what we were expecting; trophies or quantity. This led him to suggest a different lake, which was the same distance from us. And it was perfect! He educated us on catfishing around the area and we picked his brain about fishing in general. That alone is worth the price of...

Adam

Verified Review

May 27

We went out with one of Milton's guides, Captain Manny. We chatted over texts before the trip and I'm glad we did. He asked about what we were expecting; trophies or quantity. This led him to suggest a different lake, which was the same distance from us. And it was perfect! He educated us on catfishing around the area and we picked his brain about fishing in general. That alone is worth the price of a guide. On top of that, he put us on a 20 lb blue in the first 15 minutes. The boat was very roomy for the 3 of us plus the Captain and just about anything else you would want to bring. I would consider this a very family and beginner friendly trip. They provided all gear and tackle. It whole process was so convenient I'm already thinking about the next dates I can get out there again.
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