Prices are for 1–2 anglers, +$100 per extra angler. All trips keep the same rates on weekends, with a 3-person minimum on weekends and a 4-person minimum on spring break, holidays and summer holiday weekends (confirmed in booking). Every trip includes the boat, rods, reels, bait and tackle. You bring food, water or soft drinks (no alcohol at any time) and a Texas fishing license.
MEET AT LAKEVIEW MARINA · 6600 PEDEN RD, FORT WORTH · EAGLE MOUNTAIN LAKE
Families, kids, first-timers and mixed groups. The easiest trip to say yes to.
Action-oriented: the best chance at steady bites on eating-size catfish, mostly 1–10 lb. Numbers vary by day and season. Keeper cleaning included.
Groups who want more time on the water, and anglers who fish often.
Action-oriented, with more time for numbers and a better shot at a bigger fish. Keeper cleaning included.
Anglers after one big blue catfish who are fine with slower fishing.
Targeting 20–50+ lb blues. Expect fewer bites than an action trip, and a big fish can’t be guaranteed. All catfish over 5 lb are photographed and released; cleaning is an add-on.
Serious trophy hunters who want the longest window.
Same honest odds as the 5-hour trophy trip, with more time for the right bite. No guaranteed trophy. Limited dates.
Tell Chad who’s coming, when you’re thinking of going and what kind of day you want. He’ll recommend a trip for your group and the season.
On a computer, or your messages app didn’t open? Text 817-522-3804 from your phone with your group size, possible dates and the kind of fishing you want.
All rates listed for 1–2 anglers. Each additional angler is $100, up to the boat capacity for that trip. Same rates on weekends, with a 3-person minimum on weekends and a 4-person minimum on spring break, holidays and summer holiday weekends on all trips (you confirm it in booking). Trophy trips run mid-November through February (not in March or summer). A $100 deposit holds your date, and you can reschedule free (same calendar year) with 15+ days' notice. Balance due day-of, cash or card.
ALL TRIPS INCLUDE BOAT, BAIT, TACKLE & EQUIPMENT. YOU BRING FOOD, WATER OR SOFT DRINKS (NO ALCOHOL AT ANY TIME), AND A TEXAS FISHING LICENSE.
You'll fish with Chad, 29 years full-time, 525+ five-star reviews.
“Chad had us catching fish within the first 5 minutes on the water, and it did not stop until our time was up.” — Dave Fassett, Google review
Catfish or White Bass
Catfish or White Bass
This is the best option from October to March. It allows extra time to find fish if weather conditions are changing.
Targeting 20–50+ lb blue cats
6.5 hours · limited availability
This is the best option for trophy catfish.
Numbers trips (Half-Day, 5-Hour): In 29 years, numbers trips almost never come back empty. Fishing is never guaranteed.
Trophy trips: we fish only for big blue catfish, so the action is slower, and some days the big one doesn't bite. Chad explains this when you book. If you'd rather have steady action, you can switch to a numbers trip.
Most anglers spend thousands on Garmin and Humminbird sonar and Minn Kota trolling motors and never tap into a fraction of what they can do. We'll come out on your boat, on your water, and teach you the system hands-on.
Setup, screen calibration, GPS, side imaging, MEGA Live, spot-lock, autopilot, network linking — whatever your gear supports, we'll walk you through.
Straightforward terms. By booking through our scheduler you agree to these. Full policy on the dedicated page.
We'll hold your deposit and apply it to another date in the same calendar year.
Deposit is forfeited. No exceptions — peak season fills 30–60 days out and we can't fill last-minute cancellations.
<72 hours = total fee $350 ($100 deposit + additional $250 charged to card on file).
<72 hours = total fee $450 ($100 deposit + additional $350 charged to card on file).
At the sole discretion of North Texas Catfish Guide Service. If it's safe to fish, we fish — including cold, slight rain, wind. If unsafe, we cancel.
Deposit fully refunded or applied to another date — your call.
"We understand that from time to time stuff happens — but this is our livelihood and we pay the bills by keeping the boats full and on the water. We can't fill last-minute cancellations during peak season, and a cancelled trip with empty seats hurts a small business."
Real reviews from real clients, straight from Google.
"One of the best days I have had fishing in my life! Chad had us catching fish within the first 5 minutes on the water, and it did not stop until our time was up. Chad clearly knows his stuff and he knows the lake like the back of his hand. DO NOT hesitate to book a trip — you will not regret it."
"His boat is awesome — top of the line and comfortable. I do a lot of fishing, and Chad's knowledge of the lake and where the fish would be was unmatched. He was a professional and went above and beyond. We slayed them. My buddy even caught about a 27-pound blue cat on light tackle."
"Best fishing guide service. Never disappointing trip. We have done like 6 trips. Will continue. If you are looking for a fun fishing trip, Chad F is the person to call."
Our boat holds up to 6. Larger groups are handled with multiple boats. Text or call to discuss dates, party size, and what you're trying to catch.
Every trip includes all the equipment, bait, tackle and fish cleaning. Trophy trips are the one exception on cleaning (see below). Weekend rates are the same as weekdays. Half-day and 5-hour trips have a 3-person minimum on weekends and a 4-person minimum on spring break, holidays and summer holiday weekends, which you confirm when you book. Trophy trips have no minimum.
View available dates and book online here.
On trophy trips I'll do everything I can to put big fish in the boat, but nobody can guarantee a trophy will bite. Fish cleaning isn't included on trophy trips. It's available for an extra fee.
One-on-one help getting the most out of your Humminbird and Minn Kota gear: install and setup problems, settings, and how to read what you're seeing. Covers Solix, Helix, Apex, iPilot, iPilot Link, networking, Talons, Raptors and 360 Imaging.
This session is about electronics only. It doesn't include fishing time or instruction on patterning fish. $200 for 2 hours, $100 each additional hour. Weekdays only, scheduled around fishing trips. Call or text 817-522-3804 to book.
Bring food, water or soft drinks (no alcohol at any time) and your fishing license. I supply everything else. These prices apply to all guided trips on lakes and reservoirs.
Every catfish over 5 pounds is released. No exceptions.
A deposit holds your date. Deposits are non-refundable, so please read our deposit and cancellation policy. I try to book your preferred lake, but it depends on availability.
We're a licensed and insured guide service with 29 years in business. We're full-time guides on the water every day, running top-of-the-line boats and equipment. Our prices are in line with other experienced, professional guides.
Guides who charge less are usually weekend warriors, just getting started, or skipping things like proper insurance. You'll see the difference once you fish with us.
Peak season fills 30–60 days out. Lock yours in now.
Booking 30–60 days out in peak season. Dates tight? Join the cancellation list: text CATFISH to (817) 518-7440 and you'll hear first when a date opens up.
