Patient instruction, scenic water, and an unhurried pace on clear Hill Country rivers.
Trips & Rates Guide
Texas water. Clear pricing. A day worth having.
Every published price is per boat for one or two anglers and includes a professional guide, premium tackle, and tailored trip planning. Explore our waters, compare trip styles, and book your date.
Cold-water tailwater float trips with flow, access, and selective hatch knowledge.
Technical, exciting sight-fishing for redfish and black drum from a shallow skiff.
Destinations & Fisheries
Explore Our Waters
Select any river or coastal bay to explore target species, seasonal timing, and water characteristics.
Saltwater · Year-round
Texas Coast
Sight-casting to tailing redfish in shallow back bay flats from an agile, shallow-draft skiff.
Redfish · Drum
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Spring-fed · Year-round
San Marcos River
Constant 72° spring flows home to native Guadalupe bass, aggressive sunfish, and deep clarity.
Bass · Sunfish
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Big Water · Year-round
Colorado River
Trophy largemouth and Guadalupe bass on uncrowded water just minutes downriver from Austin.
Trophy Bass
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Tailwater · Winter/Spring
Guadalupe River
America’s southernmost year-round trout tailwater featuring cold Canyon Dam releases and rainbows.
Rainbow & Brown Trout
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Hill Country · Spring/Summer
Llano River
Granite bedrock pools, fly-accessible shoals, and scenic Hill Country fly fishing for wild bass.
Guadalupe Bass
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Stillwater · Year-round
Central Texas Lakes
Topwater action on Lake Bastrop, Walter E. Long, and Buchanan with seasoned tournament and lake guides.
Largemouth · Stripers
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Year-round freshwater
San Marcos · Llano · Colorado
Central Texas Rivers
Float clear Hill Country rivers for native Guadalupe bass, largemouth, Rio Grande cichlids, and gar. These trips offer scenic limestone bluffs, patient guidance, and rewarding fishing for any experience level.
Half day · 4h
$450
1–2 anglers
¾ day · 5–6h
$525
1–2 anglers
Full day · 7–8h
$600
Lunch included
Requesting Alvin? Alvin guides Central Texas half days for $600 and ¾ days for $700. He is not available for full-day Central Texas river trips.
Winter & spring tailwater
Guadalupe River Tailwater
Guadalupe River Trout
Target wild and stocked rainbow and brown trout below Canyon Lake. Our guides know the regulated trophy zones, hatch cycles, and flow changes to put you in the right spots throughout the winter season.
Half day · 4h
$450
1–2 anglers
¾ day · 5–6h
$525
1–2 anglers
Full day · 7–8h
$600
Lunch included
Flow & Weather Driven: Guadalupe river releases dictate optimal fishing days. Your guide will confirm optimal stretch selection before launching.
Saltwater flats & skiffs
Middle Texas Coast · Rockport & Port O'Connor
Texas Coast Redfish
Pole shallow flats and oyster reefs in search of tailing redfish, black drum, and coastal predators. An active, visual saltwater hunt focused on accurate presentations and technical flats boat work.
Half day · 4h
$700
1–2 anglers
Full day · 6–8h
$1,000
1–2 anglers
Requesting Alvin? Alvin’s coastal rates are $800 for half days and $1,200 for full days.
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Central Texas Freshwater Rates
Published pricing is per boat for one or two anglers. A 25% non-refundable deposit holds your date on the calendar.
Half Day
4 Hours · 1 or 2 Anglers
$450
Standard AWG Guide
Request Alvin · $600
Ideal for a focused skills session, beginner intro, or quick morning/evening float on local water.
- Professional guide & boat
- Rods, reels, flies & tippet
- Cooler with ice & water
- Hands-on casting instruction
¾ Day
5 to 6 Hours · 1 or 2 Anglers
$525
Standard AWG Guide
Request Alvin · $700
More time to cover longer stretches of river, adjust to feeding windows, and settle into a rhythm.
- Professional guide & boat
- Rods, reels, flies & tippet
- Cooler with ice & water
- Extended river mileage
Full Day
7 to 8 Hours · 1 or 2 Anglers
$600
Standard AWG Guide
Alvin not available for river full days
The complete river experience with riverside lunch included. Covers maximum water and changing conditions.
- Professional guide & boat
- Rods, reels, flies & tippet
- Riverside lunch included
- Full day on trophy water
Texas Coast Saltwater
Flats Skiff Rates
Sight-casting trips on the middle Texas coast near Rockport and Port O'Connor. A 20% non-refundable deposit secures your flats date.
Coast Half Day
4 Hours · 1 or 2 Anglers
$700
Standard AWG Guide
Request Alvin · $800
A quick window on the flats targeting redfish and drum when tides and wind allow optimal sight-fishing.
- Technical skiff, guide & fuel
- Saltwater rods, reels & flies
- Cooler with ice & water
- Sight-fishing instruction
Coast Full Day
Full Day · 1 or 2 Anglers
$1,000
Standard AWG Guide
Request Alvin · $1,200
Full range to run different bays, track shifting tides, and adapt to wind and moving pods of redfish.
- Technical skiff, guide & fuel
- Saltwater rods, reels & flies
- Cooler with ice & water
- Maximum flexibility & range
Standard On All Trips
Show Up Ready To Fish
We provide the gear, tackle, and planning so your focus stays entirely on the water and the fish.
Professional Guide
An insured, licensed local guide dedicated to teaching, safety, and a great day outdoors.
Quality Fly Tackle
Premium rods, reels, leaders, tippet, and guide-tied custom flies suited for the day.
Boat, Skiff & Fuel
Drift boats, river rafts, and flats skiffs included whenever water conditions call for them.
Patient Instruction
Beginners learn casting, line control, and reading water; experienced anglers sharpen techniques.
1 or 2 Anglers
All listed prices are per boat. Bring a friend, a family member, or fish solo for the same rate.
Freshwater Lunch
A hearty riverside lunch is provided on full-day Central Texas freshwater river trips.
Clear & Simple
How Booking Works
Know what happens before you commit. We ensure your dates, water selection, and guide requests align with optimal conditions.
1
Choose your water & length
Select Central Texas rivers, Guadalupe trout, or the Texas coast and choose the hours that fit your schedule.
2
Request your guide & date
Request Alvin when available or let our team pair you with the best guide for your target species.
3
Lock in your date
Review your reservation summary and pay the non-refundable deposit (25% freshwater / 20% coast) to reserve.Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need prior fly-fishing experience?
Not at all. Beginners are always welcome! Our guides specialize in patient, beginner-friendly casting instruction and will teach you how to manage line and fight fish. Experienced anglers can use the trip to target trophy fish and learn local tactics.
Do I need a Texas fishing license?
Yes. Every angler aged 17 and older must purchase a valid Texas fishing license (freshwater package for rivers, or saltwater package with saltwater endorsement for coastal flats) before launching.
Can I request Alvin Dedeaux as my guide?
Yes, based on availability. Alvin guides Central Texas Half Day ($600) and ¾ Day ($700) trips, as well as Texas Coast Half Day ($800) and Full Day ($1,200) trips. He is not available for full-day Central Texas river floats.
What should I bring on trip day?
Bring polarized sunglasses (crucial for sight-fishing), sun protection (hat, sunscreen, buff), light layers, non-marking shoes or wading sandals, and your favorite snacks/drinks. We provide all fishing gear, tackle, and a cooler with ice and water.
What is your cancellation and weather policy?
Deposits are non-refundable. If unsafe weather, river flooding, or unfishable coastal winds occur, your guide will contact you to reschedule your trip or apply your deposit toward another date within one year.
Ready to get on the water?
Let's plan your day on Texas water.
Pick your dates, tell us what species you'd like to chase, and we’ll take care of the rest.
