Tawakoni Guide, Larry Thomas is as fine a guide as you can expect to have. He takes care of his clients and most importantly, knows where the fish are! Year around. Whether it’s Channel Cats in summer or big Blues during the spawn. He has their number! Go fishing! You won’t be disappointed!
Serving Canton★ 4.9 (14+ reviews)Fishing Lake Tawakoni since 2001Trips 365 days a year
Expert Local services in Canton, TX
Tawakoni Guide Service serves Canton, TX from West Tawakoni. Call or text to set up a time.
Rated 4.9 on Google
- 20+ Years Experience
- Lake Tawakoni Local
- Trips 365 Days a Year
/MEET YOUR GUIDE
Fishing Since I Was Knee-High to a Grasshopper
I'm Larry Thomas, and I've been fishing since I was knee-high to a grasshopper. I fished plenty of lakes around here, but the first time I dropped a line in Lake Tawakoni back in 2001, I was hooked. I moved to East Tawakoni and spent every day I could learning this lake and how its catfish move.
That was over 20 years ago, and Lake Tawakoni is still the only water I guide on. My boat even landed a lake record channel catfish at 29.08 pounds. When you book, you're booking with me directly, and I'll put you right where the fish are. This is a laid-back boat. Bring your buddies, your cooler and whatever helps you relax. The only rule is keep it safe.
20+
Years on Lake Tawakoni
14+
Google reviews
/TRIPS BY SEASON
CATFISH GUIDE TRIPS
Trophy blues, eater blues and channel cats, all year long.
/HOW IT WORKS
YOUR FISHING DAY
STEP 01
Reach out at (940) 229-0288 to pick your trip date, time, and group size. We're available 24/7 and flexible with scheduling to fit your calendar.
STEP 02
Show up with sunscreen, a hat, and water-safe shoes. We provide all tackle, bait, and setup. You just bring your energy and excitement.
STEP 03
We navigate to prime catfish zones, manage the lines, and coach you through the fight. Every angler gets quality time on the rod and the experience of landing their own catch.
STEP 04
Before heading back, we handle all hook removal and clean your entire catch. You drive home with cooler full of fresh fillets ready to cook.
STEP 01
Reach out at (940) 229-0288 to pick your trip date, time, and group size. We're available 24/7 and flexible with scheduling to fit your calendar.
STEP 02
Show up with sunscreen, a hat, and water-safe shoes. We provide all tackle, bait, and setup. You just bring your energy and excitement.
STEP 03
We navigate to prime catfish zones, manage the lines, and coach you through the fight. Every angler gets quality time on the rod and the experience of landing their own catch.
STEP 04
Before heading back, we handle all hook removal and clean your entire catch. You drive home with cooler full of fresh fillets ready to cook.
Find Us From Canton
FAQ
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Call me at (940) 229-0288 for current rates. Let me know how many are coming and what you want to catch, and I'll set you up.
Yes, this is a BYOB boat. Bring your cooler and whatever helps you relax on the water. The only rule is keep it safe. If something turns into a safety issue, the trip ends there.
Sunscreen, a rain jacket if the weather looks iffy, a cooler with your drinks and snacks, sunglasses, a camera and your fishing license. Bring your own music too, we can play it on the boat.
Every season has something. Winter (Dec to Feb) is trophy time for big blues up to 80 lb. Spring (Mar to May) is the best for eater blues. Summer (Jun to Oct) is fast channel cat action. In the fall I fish whatever's biting best.
Yes. From a couple of buddies to a family reunion, give me a call at (940) 229-0288 and I'll set you up.
Absolutely. First-timers to experienced anglers, everybody's welcome. I have kids' life jackets on board, but if you have one that fits your child snug, bring it.
Yes. I'll have your catch cleaned so you can take it home ready to cook.
If there's weather that makes it unsafe to be on the water, I'll call you a couple of days ahead and we'll reschedule.
Yes. Anchor Inn Marina has cabins, motel rooms and RV spots right on the lake.
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Serving Canton
Canton is the Van Zandt County seat, on Interstate 20 east of Wills Point. It's known across Texas for First Monday Trade Days, the big outdoor market held the weekend before the first Monday of each month, which brings crowds of visitors and shoppers into town. Van Zandt County has plenty of small lakes and stock tanks, but Lake Tawakoni, northwest of town, is the big water where blue and channel catfish grow large. The weather follows the North Texas pattern: hot, humid summers, mild springs that warm the water quickly, and winter fronts that blow through with strong north winds.
Areas of Canton we serve
- First Monday Trade Days
- Interstate 20
Why Canton customers need this work
For Canton anglers, a guided trip is the way to fish a big reservoir without hauling a boat or learning the water from scratch. Spring is my busiest season and the time for eater-size blue catfish, with morning and afternoon trips that fill up early. Winter is the time to chase a blue catfish in the 20 to 80 pound range. Visitors in town for Trade Days can plan a fishing day around the market weekend, as long as they call ahead to book a date.
Recent work in the Canton area
- 01.Spring eater-blue trips planned around a Trade Days weekend
- 02.Winter trips targeting trophy blue catfish
Why Choose Tawakoni Guide Service for Local services in Canton
Canton is home to First Monday Trade Days, and northwest of town is Lake Tawakoni, where Tawakoni Guide Service runs guided catfish trips 365 days a year. I'm Larry Thomas, and I've guided on this lake for over 20 years. Anglers from Canton and the rest of Van Zandt County can pick their season, bring a cooler and leave the bait, tackle and lake know-how to me. Call (940) 229-0288 to book.
Canton customers choose us because we treat every project like it's our own — no upselling, no surprises, just straightforward work that gets the job done right.
Whether you live in Canton or just need a reliable team nearby, we're a short drive from West Tawakoni and happy to walk you through every recommendation before any work begins.
Every trip is with me, Larry Thomas, on Lake Tawakoni. I've fished this lake since 2001, and my boat landed a lake record channel catfish at 29.08 pounds. On winter trophy trips I provide the heavy tackle and bait, help you land the big ones and take photos with your fish, so bring your camera. In the fall, call before your trip and I'll give you straight talk on what to expect. Call (940) 229-0288 to book. Bait and tackle come with every trip.
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