Dblrcatfish & Crappie offers unique freshwater fishing trips for anglers of all skill levels. Let Captain Russell take you to Lake Tawakoni or Lake Fork in the pursuit of Catfish and Crappie.
"We had a GREAT time on lake fork with captain Russell ! Caught our limit in catfish!" — Emily,
Spend the day with Lancaster Guide Service and find out what the fishing in Alba is all about! Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Jonathan can tell you all about the local fishery.
"We chose to bass fish duing the wrong season for it, but figued we'd give it a go and hope for the best." — Michelle,
Captain Devo's Guide Service specializes in taking families fishing. Captain Devin Pauly keeps score by how many kids catch their first fish. The open floor plan with folding chairs and the fence keeps kids safe and entertained.
If fishing in Yantis is on your bucket list, look no further than Lancaster Guide Service. Captain Jonathan will be your guide, giving you access to their professional experience.
"This was a catfish trip with my 2 adult sons and 8 year old grandson." — John,
Tracking Texas Trophies offers Largemouth Bass fishing trips on Lake Fork. Dennis Canada, the company's owner and operator, is a professional guide with a reputation hardly anyone could beat.
"Even though we didn’t catch any fish, I still had an amazing time out on the water!" — Lewis,
JDR Fishing Adventures and Captain Jimmy Reardon invite you for a memorable angling experience in Texas. Set sail out of Alba and explore Lake Fork and nearby lakes.
"knew all the good spots, very hands on, extremely knowledgeable." — Billy,
Lake Fork Guide Service is run and operated by Jay Eichler, a full-time guide. He spends an average of 300 days a year fishing its productive waters and knows almost every inch of the lake.
"This is already strong—just tightened the ending so it hits a little cleaner:
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Jay Eichler put me on fish and showed exactly why Lake Fork is so highly regarded." — Kevin,
If you're ready to start fishing in Quitman, look no further than Lake Fork Premier Guide Service. Your guide for the day is Captain Ryker, which allows you to benefit from years of knowledge and experience.
"We did the all day bass trip and even though we didn’t catch a lot of fish due to the pressure from a fishing tournament and a lot of bass still on beds, our Captain still did his best to keep us moving around to parts of the lake he thought they might be biting better." — Cody,
Stouts Fishin Guide Service and Captain Stoney Stout welcome you to Alba, Texas. Pick a day that suits you and join them on a fun-filled lake fishing trip in the area. Capt. Stoney is a lifelong angler with over 10 years of tournament fishing experience.
"Had a great day on the water with Captain Stoney. He is a great guide and patient teacher." — Vance,
Emory, Texas is a premier fishing destination nestled in the heart of East Texas, renowned for its exceptional angling opportunities across multiple legendary reservoirs. The region's crown jewel, Lake Fork Reservoir, is internationally celebrated for producing trophy-sized largemouth bass, including numerous state records. Its flooded timber and aquatic vegetation create ideal habitats for bass, while also supporting thriving populations of crappie, catfish, and sunfish.
Emory fishing charters frequently explore Lake Fork's diverse structure, including submerged timber, hydrilla beds, and boat docks where trophy bass ambush prey. Nearby Lake Tawakoni offers outstanding crappie fishing near bridge pilings and submerged brush, while Lake Palestine provides excellent catfish action. The region's interconnected waterways—including Cedar Creek Reservoir—deliver year-round opportunities, with seasonal patterns guiding anglers to hotspots for each species.
Local guides leverage intimate knowledge of these fisheries to target white and black crappie near deep brush piles, channel catfish in river channels, and monster bass around hydrilla edges. The area's varied underwater terrain—from shallow coves to 70-foot depths—ensures dynamic fishing experiences regardless of conditions. Whether pursuing record-breaking bass or filling a cooler with slab crappie, Emory's waters consistently deliver memorable angling adventures.
