Alligator Gar Fishing

100% (5) Athens, TX 1 - 4 People 6 Hours From $400 Trip #7615
Fishing in Destin
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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.

If you're looking to hook into one of the biggest, baddest freshwater fish in Texas, Rich’s Alligator Gar Trips are your ticket to a true river monster experience. With a lifelong passion for chasing giants and a deep knowledge of North Texas waters, Rich offers guided trips that put you face-to-face with these prehistoric beasts in some of the most productive spots around.

Rich guides alligator gar trips across a variety of lakes, rivers, creeks,...

About Your Trip

If you're looking to hook into one of the biggest, baddest freshwater fish in Texas, Rich’s Alligator Gar Trips are your ticket to a true river monster experience. With a lifelong passion for chasing giants and a deep knowledge of North Texas waters, Rich offers guided trips that put you face-to-face with these prehistoric beasts in some of the most productive spots around.

Rich guides alligator gar trips across a variety of lakes, rivers, creeks, and backwaters—including legendary gar grounds like the Trinity River, Lake Worth, Eagle Mountain, Lake Lewisville, and beyond. Whether you’re targeting the shallows during spawning season or setting up along deep river bends, Rich knows how to find the fish and get them to bite.

These trips are all about patience, power, and adrenaline. Gar fishing requires a mix of precision and persistence, and Rich brings the right combination of gear, strategy, and hands-on instruction to help you land a true giant. Whether you’re casting, drifting, or soaking baits, you'll be using top-quality rods, reels, and tackle, with state-of-the-art electronics to locate fish and dial in the setup.

Every trip includes all necessary fishing equipment, safety gear, and expert guidance on how to fight and land these hard-hitting fish. Rich is fully insured and committed to providing a safe, exciting experience for anglers of all skill levels. If you’re new to gar fishing, he’ll walk you through everything—from how to handle the gear to understanding the behavior of these powerful predators.

You’ll want to bring your Texas freshwater fishing license, ice and a small cooler for your catch, sunblock, sunglasses, drinks, snacks, and weather-appropriate clothing. Alcohol is welcome in moderation—just leave the glass bottles at home.

These alligator gar trips aren’t just fishing—they’re an adventure. So if you’re ready to go toe-to-toe with a living fossil and test your strength against one of North America’s most impressive freshwater predators, book a trip with Rich and get ready for a battle you won’t forget.
Amenities

Water Type

River

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for an additional fee.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

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.

Physicality

This trip requires an intense level of physical activity.

Boat Restroom

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

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

6 hours
1 Person
$400.00
2 People
$400.00
3 People
$600.00
4 People
$600.00
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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Richard H.

Independent Guide
Talkative
Laid-back
Instructional
Expert Oriented
Comfortable
Quality
My name is Richard and I grew a passion for fishing at a young age, and now I have a passion for helping people catch big fish from most North Texas Lakes, Rivers, Creeks, and even neighborhood ponds. I run trips for catfishing and garfishing from bank to boat. I also do noodling trips as well. If you're interested in reeling in some big fish and having a great time, book with me!

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Richard

Richard H.

Independent Guide
My name is Richard and I grew a passion for fishing at a young age, and now I have a passion for helping people catch big fish from most North Texas Lakes, Rivers, Creeks, and even neighborhood ponds. I run trips for catfishing and garfishing from bank to boat. I also do noodling trips as well. If you're interested in reeling in some big fish and having a great time, book with me!
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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
50
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Flathead catfish

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
50
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Flathead catfish
What’s your favorite band?
Tool
What’s your favorite movie?
Rush hour
What’s your favorite sports team?
Cowboys
What’s your drink of choice?
Water
What was your last halloween costume?
Na
What do you want for Christmas this year?
New boat
How did you get started guiding?
My dad
What makes you different from other guides?
I fish everywhere
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Start Location & Lodging Options

Athens, Texas
Areas Fished

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Alligator Gar Fishing
Boat Type
Jet Boat
Boat Manufacturer
Lowe
Year Built
2024
Boat Length
18'

About Your Boat

Boat Type
Jet Boat
Boat Manufacturer
Lowe
Year Built
2024
Boat Length
18'
Boat Restroom
No
Engine Manufacturer
Mercury
Total Horsepower
80
Number of Engines
1
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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

River

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for an additional fee.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

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.

Physicality

This trip requires an intense level of physical activity.

Boat Restroom

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

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

  • Bottom Fishing
  • Cut Bait Fishing
  • Drift Fishing
  • Heavy Tackle Fishing
  • Live Bait Fishing

Everything Else to Know

All rods, reels, and tackle are included, but we also recommend bringing sunglasses, sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing, and any gear of your own you want to use 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 1 review

Michael

Verified Review

May 31

Great experience! First time ever catching a gar. That feeling of having a beats of that caliber on your line is like none other. We had an awesome time with Richard and definitely looking forward to a real river monster on the next trip

Michael

Verified Review

May 31

Great experience! First time ever catching a gar. That feeling of having a beats of that caliber on your line is like none other. We had an awesome time with Richard and definitely looking forward to a real river monster on the next trip
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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.
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