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 Terrell★ 4.9 (14+ reviews)Fishing Lake Tawakoni since 2001Trips 365 days a year
Expert Local services in Terrell, TX
Tawakoni Guide Service serves Terrell, 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.
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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 Terrell
Terrell is a Kaufman County city on Interstate 20 and US Highway 80, east of Dallas. State Highway 34 runs north out of Terrell toward Quinlan and the Lake Tawakoni area, which makes the lake a practical day trip for a weekend morning. Terrell mixes older neighborhoods around its historic downtown with newer growth along the interstate, and plenty of residents commute west toward the Dallas area during the week. North Texas weather sets the fishing calendar here: summer heat pushes trips to first light, and winter cold fronts bring the wind that trophy blue anglers learn to dress for.
Areas of Terrell we serve
- Interstate 20
- US Highway 80
- State Highway 34
Why Terrell customers need this work
Many Terrell residents work long weeks and want a weekend fishing trip where everything is set up when they arrive. That's what a guided catfish trip is for. Summer channel cat trips start at daylight and usually limit out at 25 fish per person in 2 to 4 hours, so you're home before the afternoon heat. Spring trips suit groups who want plenty of eater blues for a fish fry. Groups of all sizes can call to set up a trip that fits the crew.
Recent work in the Terrell area
- 01.Weekend summer channel cat trips that finish before the heat
- 02.Spring group trips to catch fish for a fish fry
Why Choose Tawakoni Guide Service for Local services in Terrell
Terrell anglers can trade the I-20 traffic for a day on Lake Tawakoni with Tawakoni Guide Service. I'm Larry Thomas, and I've guided catfish trips on this lake for over 20 years. Winter is trophy blue time, spring is for eater blues, summer brings fast channel cat action and fall is whatever is biting. Call (940) 229-0288 and I'll help you pick the right trip.
Terrell 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 Terrell 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.
Booking is simple: call (940) 229-0288 and you're talking with your guide, Larry Thomas. Tell me how many are coming and what you want to catch, and I'll set you up. Bait and tackle are provided, and I handle the setup. It's a BYOB boat, so bring your cooler, your music and your fishing license. The only rule is keep it safe. Kids and first-timers are welcome, and trips run 365 days a year. When we come in, your catch is cleaned and ready to cook.
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