5.0(1 Reviews)Premium Bass Fishing Charters on Austin's Best Lakes
5.0(1 reviews)
Private Trip
Lakes/Reservoirs/Ponds Fishing
Customizable 4, 6, or 8hour bass fishing trips on Austin lakesExpert guides accommodate all skill levels from beginner to advancedSmall group experience with maximum 2 guests per charter
Ready to hook into some serious bass action on Austin's legendary lakes? Our customizable fishing charters put you right where the big fish are biting. Whether you've got 4 hours to squeeze in some quick action or want to go all-out with an 8-hour marathon, we've got the perfect trip for your crew. Austin's lake system offers some of Texas' best bass fishing, and with our local knowledge, you'll be casting to productive spots that most weekend warriors never find. We keep it simple – just you, up to one buddy, and our expert guide who knows these waters like the back of his hand.
When you step aboard with Nelson's Guide Service, you're getting way more than just a boat ride to the fishing holes. Our guides have been working these Austin lakes for years, reading water conditions, tracking seasonal patterns, and staying on top of where the bass are staging throughout the year. Each trip is completely tailored to your skill level – if you're new to bass fishing, we'll start with the fundamentals and have you feeling confident with your technique in no time. Experienced anglers get the benefit of our local intel on structure, cover, and the subtle presentation tricks that make the difference between a slow day and a cooler full of fish. The boat comes equipped with quality tackle, but feel free to bring your favorite rods if you've got them. We'll move around to multiple spots throughout the day, adjusting our strategy based on what the fish are telling us.
Austin's lake fishing is all about understanding structure and seasonal movements. During the warmer months, we'll focus on deeper ledges, creek channels, and submerged timber where bass retreat to cooler water. You'll learn to work Carolina rigs, deep-diving crankbaits, and football jigs along these bottom contours. When the water cools down, we shift to shallow cover – targeting docks, laydowns, and rocky points with spinnerbaits, topwater plugs, and Texas-rigged soft plastics. Our boats are rigged with quality electronics, so you'll see exactly what's happening below the surface as we mark fish and structure. We'll teach you to read your graph, understand how bass relate to cover, and develop the patience to thoroughly work productive areas. The key to consistent success on these lakes is understanding that bass behavior changes with weather fronts, water temperature, and time of day – our guides stay on top of all these variables so you don't have to.
"Aaron was knowledgeable and friendly. My son and I had great time. I would definitely recommend Aaron." - Christopher J
Largemouth Bass are the main attraction on Austin's lake system, and for good reason. These aggressive predators can grow over 8 pounds in our nutrient-rich waters, with the best fishing typically happening from March through June and again in the fall months. Largemouth love our abundant shallow cover – submerged trees, boat docks, and rocky shorelines provide perfect ambush points. What makes them so exciting to target is their explosive strikes and acrobatic fights. When a big largemouth crushes a topwater bait in shallow water, you'll understand why bass fishing is addictive. They're also incredibly adaptable, which means we can use everything from finesse techniques in tough conditions to power fishing when they're actively feeding.
Spotted Bass add another dimension to Austin lake fishing, especially around deeper structure and current areas. These scrappy fighters might not grow as large as their largemouth cousins – most spots run 1 to 3 pounds – but they make up for it with pure determination. Spotted bass are more active in cooler water and often school up in large numbers around creek channels, points, and drop-offs. They're suckers for small crankbaits, grubs, and drop-shot rigs worked along bottom structure. What anglers love about spots is their willingness to bite when largemouth get finicky. They're also excellent table fare if you decide to keep a few within regulations. The best spotted bass action typically happens from late fall through early spring when they're most aggressive.
Austin's bass fishing stays productive year-round, but the best dates fill up fast during peak seasons. Our flexible trip lengths mean you can fit serious fishing into any schedule, whether you're a local looking for a quick morning bite or visiting from out of town with time to really explore these lakes. With just two anglers per trip, you'll get personalized instruction and plenty of water time without feeling rushed. Our guides take pride in putting clients on fish while teaching techniques you can use long after your trip ends. Don't wait until the weekend to book – the fish are biting, and we've got the spots dialed in. Give us a call and let's get you set up for some of the best bass fishing Texas has to offer.
Your bass fishing adventure starts aboard our 19-foot Skeeter, a sleek motorboat built specifically for Austin's lake fishing. This compact but capable vessel handles two anglers comfortably while packing serious fishing power. The wireless trolling motor keeps things quiet when you're working those productive shoreline spots, and the fish finder helps locate bass hiding in deeper structure. GPS navigation ensures we hit all the best fishing holes across Austin's lakes. An onboard icebox keeps your drinks cold and preserves your catch during those longer 6 or 8-hour trips. Whether you're targeting largemouth bass in shallow cover or working deeper points, this boat gets you where the fish are biting. The Skeeter's responsive handling makes repositioning quick and easy, maximizing your time with lines in the water instead of running between spots.
Micropterus SalmoidesAustin's largemouth bass are what keep most anglers coming back. These green giants average 12-24 inches and 1-4 pounds, but don't let size fool you - they fight like fish twice their weight. You'll find them around submerged structure, thick vegetation, and shallow coves where they ambush prey. Spring through early summer is prime time when they're active in warmer water. What makes largemouth special is that explosive strike and the way they'll jump clear out of the water trying to throw your hook. They're also excellent eating when caught from clean water. Here's a local trick: target them early morning with topwater lures near fallen trees or dock pilings. That massive mouth extends well past their eyes, so they can inhale surprisingly large baits. Red lures often trigger aggressive strikes.
Micropterus PunctulatusSpotted bass are the scrappy cousins of largemouth that really know how to fight. They run smaller - typically up to 25 inches and 7 pounds - but what they lack in size they make up for in pure determination. Unlike largemouth that jump and thrash on top, spotted bass dive deep and pull hard like a smallmouth. You'll find them around rocky structure and gravel bottoms in clearer water. They school up more than other bass, so when you find one, there's usually more nearby. Spring and fall are your best bets when water temps hit that 60-70 degree sweet spot. The key difference from largemouth is their connected dorsal fin and those distinctive rows of spots along their sides. Pro tip: use smaller baits than you would for largemouth - they prefer crayfish and minnows over bigger prey.
5.0 out of 5.0Aaron was knowledgeable and friendly. My son and I had great time. I would definitely recommend Aaron.
Austin