If you’re in the mood to discover a new dynamic fishery, turn to Lake Livingston Texas Guide Services! Captain John Bolton has 40 years of fishing experience on the lake and he’ll make it his priority that you have a good time on the water and catch a lot of fish.
Lake Livingston is a paradise for avid Bass chasers, simply because it’s home to a wide range of species including Largemouth, Smallmouth, Striped, and White Bass. Catfish also come in formidable sizes, and Crappie are another local favorite. If there’s a particular fish you’d like to target, Capt. John will make it happen.
Your guide will also provide top-notch Lews and Ambassadors rods and reels, as well as an assortment of lures. This means you’ll entice and catch your prey using reliable equipment and the most productive setups. Not to mention that Capt. John will be there every step of the way to help you.
Cast your line out of a 22’ Cape Craft center console with a 150 HP Yamaha engine, perfectly suited for the lake fishing conditions. Up to 6 people can come aboard and fish in comfort. Quality GPS and fishfinder will make sure you stay on the fish’s trail, and when you need to be extra quiet, the wireless trolling motor will come into play.
You can either keep or release the catch, it’s absolutely up to you. If you love fishing with your kids, bring them along; just make sure they’re 5 and older, so that they can have fun. For your trip, you’ll need a valid fishing license, as well as refreshments, drinks, and food.
Share in a fishing adventure with Capt. John and you’ll fall in love with all the beauty and angling opportunities that Lake Livingston boasts!
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (82)
Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Appropriate for children
97%
Friendly captain
98%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Recommend this charter
91%
Caught fish
94%
Jul 21, 2025
Half Day Trip (AM)
We had a great day fishing with Captain John. It was projected to be very hot so Captain John suggested we leave an hour early, smart decision. The day turned out to be perfect for fishing. Captain John is a wonderful skipper and guide, great stories and he knows where the fish are. The bite was off the day before, but the day we went, we caught 54 fish in about three hours! Captain John and his wife cleaned and filleted the fish (in record time) and we had an awesome fish fry that evening. It helps that my son is a chef and knows his way around a southern fish fry! All in all, if you want to have a great day on the water, book a day with Captain John and Lake Livingston Texas Fishing.
We had a great day fishing with Captain John. It was projected to be very hot so Captain John suggested we leave an hour early,...
Jul 23, 2025
Half Day Trip (AM)
My nephew and I had a memorable time fishing with Captain Bolton yesterday. He arrived on time at the meeting location and we caught a lot of white bass. My nephew later told me that this was the best fishing charter he had ever been on because of the captain's kind demeanor, his unique ability to teach us about important fishing information, and his knowledge and awareness of locating fish in Lake Livingston. Afterwards, he cleaned the fish and packed them in freezer bags! It was all perfect!
My nephew and I had a memorable time fishing with Captain Bolton yesterday. He arrived on time at the meeting location and we...
Sep 27, 2025
Half Day Trip (AM)
Had to work for it, but still managed a decent haul of white bass for a morning charter. Beautiful weather. Captain John is great, and I will certainly use him again on my next time to Lake Livingston. The wife and I had a really great time!
Had to work for it, but still managed a decent haul of white bass for a morning charter. Beautiful weather. Captain John is great,...
Jul 18, 2025
Half Day Trip (AM)
The guide, John, and his wife were kind and very pleasant couple. Capitan John made sure that the trip was a safe and good experience. We caught several fish and I look forward to using their services again.
The guide, John, and his wife were kind and very pleasant couple. Capitan John made sure that the trip was a safe and good experience....
May 24, 2025
Half Day Trip (AM)
Captain John was fabulous! Patient, kind and took the time to train ensuring he took well care of our fishing needs to make sure we came home with plenty fish. Definitely recommend him and will be booking him again.
Captain John was fabulous! Patient, kind and took the time to train ensuring he took well care of our fishing needs to make sure...
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Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (82)
Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Appropriate for children
97%
Friendly captain
98%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Recommend this charter
91%
Caught fish
94%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Half Day Trip (AM) on July 21, 2025
We had a great day fishing with Captain John. It was projected to be very hot so Captain John suggested we leave an hour early, smart decision. The day turned out to be perfect for fishing. Captain John is a wonderful skipper and guide, great stories and he knows where the fish are. The bite was off the day before, but the day we went, we caught 54 fish in about three hours! Captain John and his wife cleaned and filleted the fish (in record time) and we had an awesome fish fry that evening. It helps that my son is a chef and knows his way around a southern fish fry! All in all, if you want to have a great day on the water, book a day with Captain John and Lake Livingston Texas Fishing.
We had a great day fishing with Captain John. It was projected to be very hot so Captain John suggested we leave an hour early, smart decision. The day turned out to be perfect for fishing. Captain John is a wonderful skipper and guide, great stories and he knows where the fish are. The bite was off the day before, but the day we went, we caught 54 fish in about three hours! Captain John and his wife cleaned and filleted the fish (in record time) and we had an awesome fish fry that evening....
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Half Day Trip (AM) on July 23, 2025
My nephew and I had a memorable time fishing with Captain Bolton yesterday. He arrived on time at the meeting location and we caught a lot of white bass. My nephew later told me that this was the best fishing charter he had ever been on because of the captain's kind demeanor, his unique ability to teach us about important fishing information, and his knowledge and awareness of locating fish in Lake Livingston. Afterwards, he cleaned the fish and packed them in freezer bags! It was all perfect!
My nephew and I had a memorable time fishing with Captain Bolton yesterday. He arrived on time at the meeting location and we caught a lot of white bass. My nephew later told me that this was the best fishing charter he had ever been on because of the captain's kind demeanor, his unique ability to teach us about important fishing information, and his knowledge and awareness of locating fish in Lake Livingston. Afterwards, he cleaned the fish and packed them in freezer bags! It was all perfect!...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Half Day Trip (AM) on September 27, 2025
Had to work for it, but still managed a decent haul of white bass for a morning charter. Beautiful weather. Captain John is great, and I will certainly use him again on my next time to Lake Livingston. The wife and I had a really great time!
Had to work for it, but still managed a decent haul of white bass for a morning charter. Beautiful weather. Captain John is great, and I will certainly use him again on my next time to Lake Livingston. The wife and I had a really great time!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Half Day Trip (AM) on July 18, 2025
The guide, John, and his wife were kind and very pleasant couple. Capitan John made sure that the trip was a safe and good experience. We caught several fish and I look forward to using their services again.
The guide, John, and his wife were kind and very pleasant couple. Capitan John made sure that the trip was a safe and good experience. We caught several fish and I look forward to using their services again.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Half Day Trip (AM) on May 24, 2025
Captain John was fabulous! Patient, kind and took the time to train ensuring he took well care of our fishing needs to make sure we came home with plenty fish. Definitely recommend him and will be booking him again.
Captain John was fabulous! Patient, kind and took the time to train ensuring he took well care of our fishing needs to make sure we came home with plenty fish. Definitely recommend him and will be booking him again.