Luck O'The Irish Fishing Guide-Lake Grapevine 

5.0
(174 reviews)
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 Katie's Woods Loop 1899, Grapevine, TX 76051, United States–

Luck O'The Irish Fishing Guide-Lake Grapevine 

Grapevine, TX, United States
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20 ft
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5.0
(174 reviews)

Luck O'The Irish Fishing Guide Service is a family-friendly company that offers trips to the finest lakes in Texas. Captain Omar Cotter and Captain Don Novak have decades of fishing experience and a wealth of local knowledge to make sure you take home the fish you want.

Join them on beautiful Lake Grapevine and get ready to have a fun-filled day out on the water. Bring in some monsters and create memories that will last a lifetime. Target anything that is in season and biting!

There is one primary species of fish that could easily keep your rods busy. You will be targeting White 'Sand' Bass, and Catfish using light and heavy tackle fishing techniques.

Your vessel for the day will be a 20' Fishmaster bay boat, built in 2002 and overhauled in 2026 and another Fishmaster made in 2005 that was o wrhauled in 2025. This is a spacious fishing machine that can comfortably accommodate up to 5 anglers. Its single 150 HP Mercury engine will power you to the hottest grounds on the lake, while its top-notch navigational and fishfinding electronics will build up a clear image of where your White Bass are hiding.

Your trip will include quality gear by SixGillFishing, RSR Lures, A.M.Fishing, and Eternal Lithium. When targeting Striper, you will be able to catch live bait as a part of the experience, while other species can be caught with RSR lures.

Luck O'The Irish Fishing Guide Service also operates on Lake Lewisville, Tawakoni, and Cedar Creek. You can take a look at these locations by scrolling down the page and clicking the captain's name.

Happy fishing!

Luck O'The Irish Fishing Guide Service is a family-friendly company that offers trips to the finest lakes in Texas. Captain Omar Cotter and Captain Don Novak have decades of fishing experience and a wealth of local knowledge to make sure you take home the fish you want.

Join them on beautiful Lake Grapevine and get ready to have a fun-filled day out on the water. Bring in some monsters and create memories that will last a lifetime. Target anything that is in season and biting!

There is one primary species of fish that could easily keep your rods busy. You will be targeting White 'Sand' Bass, and Catfish using light and heavy tackle fishing techniques.

Your vessel for the day will be a 20' Fishmaster bay boat, built in 2002 and overhauled in 2026 and another Fishmaster made in 2005 that was o wrhauled in 2025. This is a spacious fishing machine that can comfortably accommodate up to 5 anglers. Its single 150 HP Mercury engine will power you to the hottest grounds on the lake, while its top-notch navigational and fishfinding electronics will build up a clear image of where your White Bass are hiding.

Your trip will include quality gear by SixGillFishing, RSR Lures, A.M.Fishing, and Eternal Lithium. When targeting Striper, you will be able to catch live bait as a part of the experience, while other species can be caught with RSR lures.

Luck O'The Irish Fishing Guide Service also operates on Lake Lewisville, Tawakoni, and Cedar Creek. You can take a look at these locations by scrolling down the page and clicking the captain's name.

Happy fishing!

Luck O' The Irish Fishing Guide Service NTX
Charter Operator
Luck O' The Irish Fishing Guide Service NTX
26 years of experience
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Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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Half Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 3:00 PM)
Bass (White)
US $350
Entire boat: 2 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
7 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
Bass (White)
US $500
Entire boat: 2 people

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Rating

5.0
174 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (399)

What anglers say

99%
Great experience
99%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
99%
Caught fish

Reviews (174)

  • Tasnia Miah
    Tasnia Miah
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Went above and beyond to make us happy!

    Half Day Trip on October 24, 2026 • 2 adults

    Jonathan was our guide, and he was absolutely wonderful! He was incredibly kind, personable, and a pleasure to spend the day with. Although it was a tougher day for finding fish, he worked hard to put us on fish and made sure we were happy with our catch. He was also exceptionally accommodating and patient with my mom, who needed a little extra help with her rod. To top it all off, he even escorted us back to our car to make sure we made it safely at dusk. His kindness, attentiveness, and dedication truly made the experience special. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide and would highly recommend fishing with Jonathan!!

  • David Olson
    David Olson
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Captain Don is a Great Teacher and Awesome Guide

    Half Day Trip on September 7, 2026 • 3 adults

    I was impressed how Captain Don patiently answered every question we had and he also put us on a lot of fish (38 sand bass, 1 big catfish I couldn’t get in the boat, and 1 big crappie). He also told us some great stories and overall made the whole adventure fun. I would definitely recommend this tour.

  • Nate Post
    Nate Post
    Repeat angler
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2021
    6 trips
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    caught sooo many fish!!!

    Half Day Trip on October 18, 2026 • 2 adults

    Johnathan kniws every spot on the lake. we were catching fish constantly. great experience!!

  • Heather Trautman
    Heather Trautman
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Bday Trip!

    Half Day Trip on September 25, 2026 • 2 adults

    Captain Don was an amazing guide with great knowledge about fishing and the area we were at. He’s patient and funny, and best of all - you can tell hes having just as much fun as you are. We can’t wait to book another trip!

  • Norman Allard
    Norman Allard
    us
    Connecticut, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great excursion. Recommended!

    Half Day Trip - 3:00 PM on September 28, 2026 • 2 adults

    Don was a great guide with knowledge and exerience to share as he led us around Grapevine Lake. We caught lots of fish and had a fantastic time. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a great time.

  • Yulanda Beale
    Yulanda Beale
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great trip from beginning to end

    Half Day Trip on October 9, 2026 • 2 adults

    The captain Don made the experience fun, comfortable, and easy to enjoy. I caught great fish and felt completely taken care of. I’d book with them again without hesitation.

  • Keri Nakamura
    Keri Nakamura
    us
    Washington State, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    A+++ Fishing Experience

    Half Day Trip on August 28, 2026 • 2 adults

    Captain Don was very personal and professional. Service is exceptional. You can’t go wrong with this amazing fishing guide business. Book today and build lifelong memories!

  • Chad Myers
    Chad Myers
    us
    Iowa, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Don's not only a great fishing guide!

    Half Day Trip - 3:00 PM on January 9, 2026 • 2 adults

    Started out as a slow bite but Don moved around till he got us on the fish! He is also a great travel agent he recommended the "The Texas Gun Experince" amd a stop at the local BBQ joint "Meet you anywhere BBQ" in grapevine. Really good experience s at all the places that everyone on the trip will not forget!

  • Jerry Miller
    Jerry Miller
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2022
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Fishing Day

    Half Day Trip on August 31, 2026 • 2 adults

    we had a slow start because of the August heat but captain Don put us on the fish right before we came in to finish with a full stringer!

  • Chung Han Wu
    Chung Han Wu
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome first time experience

    Half Day Trip on August 2, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

    My son has been dreaming about fishing for the longest time ever. Thanks to Omar for the amazing first time experience. Excellent customer service!

FAQs about Luck O'The Irish Fishing Guide-Lake Grapevine

Luck O'The Irish Fishing Guide-Lake Grapevine offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $350 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (4 hours)
  • US $350 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip - 3:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip (7 hours)
When you book a trip with Luck O'The Irish Fishing Guide-Lake Grapevine, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder Our boats use Lowrance, Garmin and Hummingbird.
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Luck O'The Irish Fishing Guide-Lake Grapevine include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Temple Fork, Tightlines, Extreme Baycasting)
  • Live bait (Striped Bass)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (We do not fillet your catch on the boat. There is no additional charge to clean your catch then rinse and bag your filets. )
  • Fishing license (Fishing licenses are not included in the price of the trip. Each angler 17 years of age or older must have a license. These can be bought online through the Texas Parks & Wildlife website. Local retailers like WalMart, Academy Sports or Bass Pro.)
Luck O'The Irish Fishing Guide-Lake Grapevine offers the following type of fishing:
  • Lake fishing
Luck O'The Irish Fishing Guide-Lake Grapevine offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Fly fishing
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Luck O'The Irish Fishing Guide-Lake Grapevine include:
  • Bass (White)

Your operator

Luck O' The Irish Fishing Guide Service NTX
Luck O' The Irish Fishing Guide Service NTX
Grapevine, Texas, United States
311 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
260 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since June 2018
Angler's Choice
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
Luck O' the Irish has over 20 years of experience in all types of fishing. From Sand Bass, Stripers, Hybrids, Crappie and Catfish. We pride ourselves in our extra 'Fish' senses knowing the habits and whereabouts of our catch. There's many tricks of the trade and we're apt to share with you to make sure you, our guests, have an enjoyable time and catch your fill while your at it. We pride ourselves in our teaching trips if that is what you are looking for we don't hold back any information you may need to be successful on your own. We are family owned and operated and encourage family trips and events because that's how we grew up. A day on the lake with Dad or Mom makes for great family time and builds a lifetime of great fish stories about the one that didn't get away.
Our Team
Don N.
Don N.
Captain
Jonathan C.
Jonathan C.
Captain
Bradley W.
Bradley W.
Captain
Debbie C.
Debbie C.
First mate
Omar C.
Omar C.
Captain
Luck O' The Irish Fishing Guide Service NTX
Luck O' The Irish Fishing Guide Service NTX
Fully verified
Veteran owned
Angler's Choice
311
reports
260
reviews
2018
member since
~1h
response
Luck O' the Irish has over 20 years of experience in all types of fishing. From Sand Bass, Stripers, Hybrids, Crappie and Catfish. We pride ourselves in our extra 'Fish' senses knowing the habits and whereabouts of our catch. There's many tricks of the trade and we're apt to share with you to make sure you, our guests, have an enjoyable time and catch your fill while your at it. We pride ourselves in our teaching trips if that is what you are looking for we don't hold back any information you may need to be successful on your own. We are family owned and operated and encourage family trips and events because that's how we grew up. A day on the lake with Dad or Mom makes for great family time and builds a lifetime of great fish stories about the one that didn't get away.
The crew
Don N.
Don N.
Captain
Jonathan C.
Jonathan C.
Captain
Bradley W.
Bradley W.
Captain
Debbie C.
Debbie C.
First mate
Omar C.
Omar C.
Captain

The fish you can target

White Bass
White Bass
White Bass
White Bass

Real catches by this captain

  • Adult angler and young girl pose aboard a center-console boat with a large stringer of striped bass or similar schooling fish.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    White Bass
    Paul D.
    Paul D.
    Excellent trip! Lots of fish. Great with kids.
  • Two adult anglers proudly display a stringer of multiple freshwater fish on a lakeside dock.
    Fish 1
    White Bass
    Tanner V.
    Tanner V.
    Don was a great host and made it a personal challenge to get us on some fish. He was patient with our inexperience and was always willing to help coach. Would recommend!
  • Stringer of multiple striped bass or hybrid bass displayed in the water beside a fishing boat.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    White Bass
    Tasnia M.
    Tasnia M.
    Jonathan was our guide, and he was absolutely wonderful! He was incredibly kind, personable, and a pleasure to spend the day with. Although it was a tougher day for finding fish, he worked hard to put us on fish and made sure we were happy with our catch. He was also exceptionally accommodating and patient with my mom, who needed a little extra help with her rod. To top it all off, he even escorted us back to our car to make sure we made it safely at dusk. His kindness, attentiveness, and dedication truly made the experience special. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide and would highly recommend fishing with Jonathan!!
  • Adult angler holding a striped bass-style fish aboard a boat on calm coastal waters.
    Fish 1
    White Bass
    Nate P.
    Nate P.
    Johnathan kniws every spot on the lake. we were catching fish constantly. great experience!!
  • Young angler proudly holding a striped bass aboard a small fishing boat, with an adult assisting on the water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    White Bass
    Anthony Y.
    Anthony Y.
    Had a great time catching tons of sand bass. Captain was super knowledgeable and everyone on board had a great time fishing!
  • Angler proudly displays a stringer of multiple fish on a dock beside a fishing boat.
    Fish 1
    White Bass
    Yulanda B.
    Yulanda B.
    The captain Don made the experience fun, comfortable, and easy to enjoy. I caught great fish and felt completely taken care of. I’d book with them again without hesitation.
  • Two adult anglers proudly display their fresh catch aboard a fishing boat on calm coastal waters.
    Fish 1
    White Bass
    Norman A.
    Norman A.
    Don was a great guide with knowledge and exerience to share as he led us around Grapevine Lake. We caught lots of fish and had a fantastic time. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a great time.
  • Large collection of freshly caught fish stored together in a boat cooler on a stringer.
    Fish 1
    White Bass
    Heather T.
    Heather T.
    Captain Don was an amazing guide with great knowledge about fishing and the area we were at. He’s patient and funny, and best of all - you can tell hes having just as much fun as you are. We can’t wait to book another trip!
  • Angler displaying a large stringer of fish on a waterfront dock after a multi-fish fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    White Bass
    David O.
    David O.
    I was impressed how Captain Don patiently answered every question we had and he also put us on a lot of fish (38 sand bass, 1 big catfish I couldn’t get in the boat, and 1 big crappie). He also told us some great stories and overall made the whole adventure fun. I would definitely recommend this tour.
  • A young angler and an adult proudly displaying their catch of striped bass at the dock, showcasing a successful day of fishing.
    Fish 1
    White Bass
    Jerry M.
    Jerry M.
    we had a slow start because of the August heat but captain Don put us on the fish right before we came in to finish with a full stringer!

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
20 ft
Year built
2002
Restored in
2026
Boat manufacturer
Fishmaster
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 150HP

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Our boats use Lowrance, Garmin and Hummingbird.
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Temple Fork, Tightlines, Extreme Baycasting
Live bait
Striped Bass
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
We do not fillet your catch on the boat. There is no additional charge to clean your catch then rinse and bag your filets.
Fishing license
Fishing licenses are not included in the price of the trip. Each angler 17 years of age or older must have a license. These can be bought online through the Texas Parks & Wildlife website. Local retailers like WalMart, Academy Sports or Bass Pro.

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
Aged 5 and over; vests supplied
No alcohol
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 70% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 70% 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
 Checks
 Bank transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Grapevine right now

Bass (White)Bass (White)

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