Recognized as an Angler's Choice guide, with a 4.9 rating across 63 reviews, Captain Steve has been guiding locally for 40 years.
"I have gone a few charters now and i would rate this towards the top." — Anthony,
- Angler's ChoiceTrips from:US $350
- Angler's Choice
Luck O’ The Irish Fishing Guide Service is a family-friendly company that offers trips to the finest lakes in Texas.
"Jonathan was our guide, and he was absolutely wonderful! He was incredibly kind, personable, and a pleasure to spend the day with." — Tasnia,Trips from:US $350 Lakeside Guide Service
Lewisville: 21 min drive from GrapevineWhether you're looking for a fish fry, want to learn some new things, or go fishing and relax with friends, Lakeside Guide Service has the right trip for you! Professional licensed guide Chris Daugherty grew up Crappie fishing in north-central Texas
"Chris, the captain did an amazing job. He was well trained on his profession." — Frank,Trips from:US $350- Angler's Choice
North Texas Fishing Guides
Little Elm: 32 min drive from GrapevineHeated and Air Conditionitioned Cabin North Texas Fishing Guides is located in Little Elm and offers to show you a memorable time in these waters. Come on aboard with Capt. Jason, whose main priority is to get you on some fish.
"Had an absolutely fantastic time on this local fishing trip!" — Abraham,Trips from:US $300 - Angler's Choice
GTB Outdoors
Dallas: 25 min drive from GrapevineGTB Outdoors Captain Gilbert Miller welcomes you to the Dallas-Fort Worth area to spend an enjoyable day on a lake. They offer you a friendly and proficient guide service and, if you are new to the world of angling, on-the-water instruction as well.
"Right off the bat, Gilbert was personable and easy to talk to - even coordinating logistics was easy especially with us booking the day before." — Fernando,Trips from:US $375 Bigfoot’s Charters
Little Elm: 32 min drive from GrapevineSpend the day with Bigfoot’s Charters and see what’s biting in Little Elm! Your guide for the day is Captain Anthony, who brings years of angling experience and local knowledge to your trip.
"The old saying is "we are going fishing not catching" held true." — Ernest,Trips from:US $450Tmadd Fishing Guide Service
Fort Worth: 27 min drive from GrapevineTmadd Fishing Guide Service provides professional guided Bass fishing trips on Joe Pool Lake, Athens Lake and the best Bass fisheries throughout the DFW area.
"Captain Tyler was extremely knowledgeable, professional, and personable throughout the entire trip." — Marco,Trips from:US $350- Angler's Choice
ZD Fishing – Lake Lewisville
Lake Dallas: 24 min drive from GrapevineIf you're ready to experience fishing on Lewisville, look no further than North Texas Fishing Adventures. Captain Zachary will be your guide, giving you access to years of sportfishing experience.
"Zach communicated well met at 0630 Lake Lewisville. Pleasant clean cut knowledgeable and helpful guide in a safe stable roomy boat us or families ." — Richard,Trips from:US $375 - Angler's Choice
ZD Fishing – Captain Zach - Lake Lavon
Wylie: 50 min drive from GrapevineMake an adventure out of your next trip in Wylie and go fishing with ZD Fishing Guide. Captain Zachary will be your guide, which means you'll tap into years of local experience.
"We had such a good time! It was me, my husband and my dad." — Kim,Trips from:US $250
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Fishing in Grapevine
Grapevine Lake offers premier bass fishing in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, featuring abundant largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass populations. Anglers target these species around the lake's distinctive rocky shorelines, submerged timber, and underwater dropoffs, where structure changes create ideal habitats. The lake's slot limit (14–18 inches) for largemouth bass encourages sustainable harvest while protecting trophy-sized fish.
Beyond bass, Grapevine delivers diverse angling opportunities, including white bass near the dam's aeration system, crappie around flooded timber and boathouses, and channel or blue catfish attracted by fresh shad. Twin Coves and McPherson Slough are particularly productive zones, with rocky points and tire reefs near spillways concentrating fish activity year-round.
Seasonal patterns dictate effective techniques: topwater lures draw explosive strikes during summer shad spawns, while deeper brush piles in 12–20 feet of water hold fish in winter. The lake's unique structure—from buried rock piles to docks with shaded depth—supports versatile approaches, making it suitable for both novice and expert anglers seeking varied challenges.









