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. If you are looking for a professional guide with decades of experience, look no further.

Come down to Alba, Texas, and join Jay aboard his 21’ Skeeter bass boat. Built in 2022 specifically for Largemouth Bass fishing, this craft has plenty of space for up to 3 anglers and the guide. It comes powered by a 250 HP Yamaha engine and can get you to the fishing grounds quickly and safely.


The bass boat is outfitted with a GPS and a fishfinder to save your time while your search for the fish. As well as that, there is a wireless trolling motor and an icebox – everything you need for a productive day on Lake Fork.

Try your hand at light tackle fishing, spinning, popping, and jigging. While concentrating on hooking up Largemouth Bass, you will also be able to get a healthy dose of Crappie. These can be kept according to the regulations while all Bass caught will be safely released back into the water.

All trips come inclusive with rods, reels, tackle, and lures. You will need to obtain a valid fishing license and bring your drinks and snacks with you. Feel free to bring your kids with you and teach them all about the joy that fishing brings!

Join Lake Fork Guide Service and get ready for a great fishing adventure in these prolific waters!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $400
    Enjoy a morning out on Lake Fork, targeting Largemouth Bass and Crappie. You'll spend 4 hours enjoying the natural views of the area while going after the most prized fish species around.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    US $400
    This trip is great for those who are not early birds. Hit the snooze button, and catch the afternoon bite while fishing for Largemouth Bass and Crappie on Lake Fork.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $600
    You will be fishing the pattern for the time of year you want to be on the lake. The targets are Largemouth Bass and Crappie, so you'll spend a whole day going after these prized fish species.
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FAQs about Lake Fork Guide Service

Lake Fork Guide Service offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $400 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Lake Fork Guide Service, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Lake Fork Guide Service include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures

Lake Fork Guide Service offers the following types of fishing:
  • Lake Fishing
  • Inshore Fishing

Lake Fork Guide Service offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping

Top targeted fish species with Lake Fork Guide Service include:
  • Bass (Largemouth)

Meet the Captain

Jay Eichler
Alba, Texas, United States
ID & license verified
46 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since March 2018
Captain Jay Eichler is the owner and operator of Lake Fork Guide Service. He has been fishing since he was a young child and guiding professionally for over 20 years. With more than 2 decades of experience, Jay has mastered the local waters and knows all the honey holes around. He enjoys sharing his passion with his friends and whoever steps aboard his boat.

About this listing

Targeted species

Bass (Largemouth) Largemouth Bass

Boat specs

Skeeter Boats (Bass boat) originally built in 2022. Powered by a 250HP Yamaha engine.

Length
21 ft
Capacity
3 persons

Types of fishing

Lake Fishing
Inshore Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Spinning
Jigging
Popping

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 30 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 30 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
No minimum age, life jackets supplied
No Smoking
Catch and Release Mandatory
Largemouth Bass must be released

Payment

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

Cash
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
PayPal
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 46 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (36)
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
92%
Friendly captain
97%
Recommend this charter
91%
Appropriate for children
86%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
61%
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John H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Jay

VERIFIED   NEW  Full Day Trip on April 3, 2024
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Duane D.
Excellent
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Highly Recommended

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on February 19, 2024
Angler from AZ looking for a morning of learning patterns and info on Lake Fork. Got exactly what I was looking for with great...
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Lonnie W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great times

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on March 14, 2024
Captain Jay Eichler did a great job of putting us on fish and I caught my new pb
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Christopher H.
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Excellent
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Two great days on Lake Fork

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on May 17, 2023
Great fishing guide. We caught fish when no one else was. Very friendly and knowledgeable guide. Got my son his first 5lb plus...
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Len H.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
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Great Capn, knows his stuff

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on March 13, 2024
We will definatley book him again next time we make it to lake fork. Had a great time.Thanks Jake.  Len Hess
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