Dw's Guide Service

When you’re in the mood to explore the bountiful fishing grounds of Red River and Texoma Lake, turn to Dw’s Guide Service! With Captain Darrell Lyons at the helm, you’re in for a fun and productive day on the water that will earn you your bragging rights.

Come fishing with a guide that spent 3 decades exploring the local waters and see just how many fish you can hook in a single trip. Striped Bass is the most prized catch here because they come in impressive sizes and they’re incredible fighters. You could also easily find Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass, Crappie, Catfish, and even Alligator Gar at the end of your line.

There’s a variety of fishing techniques that you can try out, depending on your preferences. Capt. Darrell will provide you with quality rods, reels, and tackle, so you can leave your own at home. Fly fishing and bowfishing equipment are also available on request and if using these techniques, anglers can take turns when fishing.

Your fishing platform is a 28’ Silver Dollar aluminum boat, freshly restored in 2018. The vessel is rigged with a 375 HP Mercruiser engine and has enough space to accommodate up to 8 anglers.

The solid navigational electronics will keep you on the bite at all times, and there’s a wireless trolling motor on board, as well. This is particularly useful when you’re sneaking up to the spooky fish in the shallow waters.

Your catch will be safe in the ice chest on the boat, and when you come back to land, the first mate will clean and fillet it for you. For all his great work, a 10–20% tip is much appreciated.

All you need for this trip is a valid fishing license, drinks, snacks, and towels. Kids are welcome to join you on the trip, as long as they’re 3 and older, your guide will make sure they have the best time.

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to fish with Dw’s Guide Service, catch a boatload of fish, and have the time of your life on the water!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Full Day Holiday Special
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    7 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Dec 26 - Jan 31
    US $300
    Come join us for our annual holiday special! Bunndle up and bring your favorite drinks and snacks For a day on the lake texoma chasing striped bass with artificial lures! This is the best time of year to catch big fish and fill the freezer at the same time!! Dont be scared if the weather forcast is nasty thats when they bite the best!!!
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
  • Private trip
    Half day holiday special
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Dec 26 - Jan 31
    US $400
    Come join us for our annual holiday special! Bunndle up and bring your favorite drinks and snacks For a day on the lake texoma chasing striped bass with artificial lures! This is the best time of year to catch big fish and fill the freezer at the same time!! Dont be scared if the weather forcast is nasty thats when they bite the best!!!
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Striped Bass (AM)
    In demand! Last booked: 1 day ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $500
    Wake up with the sun and hit the water with Capt. Darrell for 4-6 hours, all in pursuit of trophy Striped Bass! Aside from this prized fish, Catfish, and Bass could also make an appearance. Make sure to bring your fishing license, as well as refreshments and snacks.
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
  • Private trip
    Striped bass afternoon trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Sep 1 - Jun 22
    US $500
    Don’t want to wake up early? Or have a long drive? Then this is the trip for you! Afternoons on lake texoma are often just as good and sometimes better then morning trips!
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
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FAQs about Dw's Guide Service

Dw's Guide Service offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $150 per person - Full Day Holiday Special (7 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Half day holiday special (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Striped Bass (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Striped bass afternoon trip (5 hours)

When you book a trip with Dw's Guide Service, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor

Trips booked with Dw's Guide Service include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Abu Garcia)
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (It is included )
  • First Mate

Dw's Guide Service offers the following types of fishing:
  • River Fishing (Red River)
  • Lake Fishing (Texoma Lake)
  • Inshore Fishing

Dw's Guide Service offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly Fishing
  • Drift Fishing
  • Bowfishing

Top targeted fish species with Dw's Guide Service include:
  • Bass (Largemouth)
  • Bass (Smallmouth)
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Catfish

Meet the Captain

Capt Darrell Lyons
Pottsboro, Texas, United States
14 Fishing Reports
121 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since May 2019
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.
While I was growing up, I spent every free moment fishing, so I guess you can say it's in my blood. I've been running trips for almost 30 years now and every day, there's something new to see and learn. I'm really passionate about sharing my experience and knowledge with everyone that comes fishing with me. I love spending every day on the water, enjoying fresh air, nature, and great fishing.

About this listing

Targeted species

Bass (Largemouth) Largemouth Bass
Bass (Smallmouth) Smallmouth Bass
Bass (Striped) Striped Bass
Catfish Catfish

Boat specs

Silver Dollar (Aluminum fishing) originally built in 2000, and restored in 2022. Powered by a 300HP Suzuki engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 45 knots.

Length
28 ft
Capacity
8 persons

Types of fishing

River Fishing
Red River
Lake Fishing
Texoma Lake
Inshore Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing
Bowfishing

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Abu Garcia
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
It is included
First Mate

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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
Minimum age 5
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
Disabled Accessible

Payment

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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
PayPal
Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

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Recent fishing reports

Spring break
Spring break
March 10, 2024
With spring break here that means our busy season has started! Fishing is starting to pick up! Come join is for a fun trip on lake Texoma.
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 121 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (118)
Professional
Fish On!
FIRST TIMERS
+115
Angler rating
112
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
96%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
99%
Satisfied with the boat
97%
Caught fish
90%
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David M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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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 Capt Darrell

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Striped Bass (AM) on June 30, 2023
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Jason H.
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Fishing trip in May

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Striped Bass (PM) on May 6, 2023
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Eddie Y.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Fish On!

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip – Striped Bass (AM) on March 15, 2024
We had an excellent day fishing with them. It was cold and a bit windy but they put us on the fish and out of the weather....
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Monty E.
Dallas, Texas
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Half a day with Captain Dylan!

VERIFIED   Striped bass afternoon trip on September 17, 2023
My boys bought me a fishing trip for Father’s Day. We scheduled it for a half-day trip starting at 1 PM September 17, 2023....
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Darrell H.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Professional

VERIFIED   NEW  Striped bass afternoon trip on March 16, 2024
The man was awesome he treated us kings. He knew his job very well he put on the fish right away very professional. Enjoyed...
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