Start your fishing adventure at the catfishing capital of Texas with Johnny’s Catfish Guide Service. Capt. Johnny has been fishing on Lake Tawakoni for 15 years and he knows where the fish hide. If you need a dedicated and experienced guide, you’ve come to the right place.
Capt. Johnny will meet you at Tawakoni Marina 2201 Rabbit Cove Rd and take you on his 26’ JC Tritoon boat. This pontoon accommodates up to 7 guests and it’s very spacious, so there’s enough room for everyone to fish at the same time. Thanks to the flat surface of the pontoon boat, it’s easy for people in wheelchairs to move around.
You’ll mainly target Channel and Blue Catfish, which are good eating sizes and also admirable trophies. Once you find a good spot, you’ll anchor down and fish close to the aquatic vegetation. . You can keep the catch after the trips and the captain will clean it for you.
Your fishing equipment is fully covered. Before the trip, you need to sort out a few things – purchase your fishing license, prepare snacks and drinks, wear warm clothes, and bring a cooler where you can stash your catch.
Whatever you choose as your catch, Johnny’s Catfish Guide Service will do their best to make it a fantastic, fun-filled fishing trip.
Rating summary
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Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
96%
Appropriate for children
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
96%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
94%
Jul 13, 2025
Half Day Trip
Our family was scheduled to meet at marina at 5:30am and depart at 5:45. Our family enjoyed a scenic drive while watching deer and arrived about 30 minutes early and we left right away with rain forecasted for the day. We avoided the rain and ended the day around 11:45 or so with 50 keepers and many more catfish that we threw back. As we approached the boat slip, the captain and deck hand prepared our fish to go home. Would definitely book again with these guys. If you’re cold natured bring a hoodie. Also don’t forget to bring your own snacks and drinks. Super kid friendly!
Our family was scheduled to meet at marina at 5:30am and depart at 5:45. Our family enjoyed a scenic drive while watching deer...
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Jul 12, 2025
Half Day Trip
Caught a lot fish, despite the overcast and the winds. Captain and his deck hand was very tentative to our needs. I would definitely go back and would recommend their service to anyone.
Caught a lot fish, despite the overcast and the winds. Captain and his deck hand was very tentative to our needs. I would definitely...
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May 10, 2025
Half Day Trip
Johnny was great! Made sure we caught fish. Took us to several spots on the lake when things got a little slow and had us out longer than he advertised. Not disappointed!
Johnny was great! Made sure we caught fish. Took us to several spots on the lake when things got a little slow and had us out...
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Jun 26, 2025
Half Day Trip
Was well worth the trip!! We had amazing time and caught a lot of Catfish!! Will definitely do this again!!
Was well worth the trip!! We had amazing time and caught a lot of Catfish!! Will definitely do this again!!
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May 27, 2025
Half Day Trip
Great guide.he put us on the fish.will definitely use this guide again.
Great guide.he put us on the fish.will definitely use this guide again.
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Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (97)
Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
96%
Appropriate for children
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
96%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
94%
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Crew
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Half Day Trip on July 13, 2025
Our family was scheduled to meet at marina at 5:30am and depart at 5:45. Our family enjoyed a scenic drive while watching deer and arrived about 30 minutes early and we left right away with rain forecasted for the day. We avoided the rain and ended the day around 11:45 or so with 50 keepers and many more catfish that we threw back. As we approached the boat slip, the captain and deck hand prepared our fish to go home. Would definitely book again with these guys. If you’re cold natured bring a hoodie. Also don’t forget to bring your own snacks and drinks. Super kid friendly!
Our family was scheduled to meet at marina at 5:30am and depart at 5:45. Our family enjoyed a scenic drive while watching deer and arrived about 30 minutes early and we left right away with rain forecasted for the day. We avoided the rain and ended the day around 11:45 or so with 50 keepers and many more catfish that we threw back. As we approached the boat slip, the captain and deck hand prepared our fish to go home. Would definitely book again with these guys. If you’re cold natured bring...
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Half Day Trip on July 12, 2025
Caught a lot fish, despite the overcast and the winds. Captain and his deck hand was very tentative to our needs. I would definitely go back and would recommend their service to anyone.
Caught a lot fish, despite the overcast and the winds. Captain and his deck hand was very tentative to our needs. I would definitely go back and would recommend their service to anyone.
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Half Day Trip on May 10, 2025
Johnny was great! Made sure we caught fish. Took us to several spots on the lake when things got a little slow and had us out longer than he advertised. Not disappointed!
Johnny was great! Made sure we caught fish. Took us to several spots on the lake when things got a little slow and had us out longer than he advertised. Not disappointed!
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Half Day Trip on June 26, 2025
Was well worth the trip!! We had amazing time and caught a lot of Catfish!! Will definitely do this again!!
Was well worth the trip!! We had amazing time and caught a lot of Catfish!! Will definitely do this again!!
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Half Day Trip on May 27, 2025
Great guide.he put us on the fish.will definitely use this guide again.
Great guide.he put us on the fish.will definitely use this guide again.
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