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Big Water Boating will take you on an unforgettable adventure through some of America’s most untouched sceneries. Your guide for the day, Eric Richins, is an expert light tackle and fly fisherman who’s got a knack for putting people on fish. He’s got over a decade of guiding experience under his belt and he tailors his trips to all ages and skill levels.

You’ll be fishing off of a 21’ Sun Tracker pontoon, equipped with top-quality electronics, fishing tackle, and safety gear. This boat is perfect for fishing the surrounding shallows, rivers, and lakes of Las Vegas. She’s got a livewell, and cooler for you to store your food and drinks. A spacious vessel, the pontoon can accommodate up to 6 guests.

Eric offers a variety of private trips where you’ll be able to explore the Colorado River as well as Lakes Mead and Mohave. You can venture out to the Black Canyon and Arizona Water Trails, relax in the hot springs, and marvel at the beautiful surroundings. You’ll have the choice of choosing between a half-day, full-day, or overnight camping trip.

Your target species will consist of Striped Bass, Trout, Catfish, Sunfish, as well as Smallmouth and Largemouth Bass. You can do a bit of casting, jigging, trolling, handlining, or bottom fishing, using top-notch Orvis, Ugly Stik, and Daiwa equipment.

All you have to bring with you is sun protection, comfortable clothing, and your Nevada or Arizona fishing license, and the rest will be taken care of. Light snacks and beverages are also included in the price, as well as breakfast and dinner on the overnight trip.

When it’s all said and done, Eric will offer to clean and fillet whatever you’d like to keep, so you can enjoy a delicious meal with the family.

Get ready for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience Nevada’s pristine beauty. Start planning your adventure today and book your next fishing trip with Big Water Boating!



FAQs about Big Water Boating – Las Vegas

Big Water Boating – Las Vegas offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $595 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $595 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)

When you book a trip with Big Water Boating – Las Vegas, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Big Water Boating – Las Vegas include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Daiwa, Ugly Stik, Orvis)
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks (Chips, crackers, & other light snacks )
  • Drinks (Water )
  • Lunch (Breakfast & dinner are served on the 24-hour trip )

Big Water Boating – Las Vegas offers the following types of fishing:
  • River Fishing (The mighty Colorado River )
  • Lake Fishing (Lake Mead & Lake Mohave )
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

Big Water Boating – Las Vegas offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Drift Fishing
  • Handline

Top targeted fish species with Big Water Boating – Las Vegas include:
  • Bass (Largemouth)
  • Bass (Smallmouth)
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Catfish
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Sunfish

Meet the Captain

Eric Richins
Boulder City, Nevada, United States
27 Customer reviews
Response time 24 hours
Member since February 2020
I've been fishing my whole life, mostly fly fishing. As I got into guiding wilderness trips and working as a wilderness river ranger, my fishing techniques and interests grew. After over a decade of guiding and getting a Master’s degree in Freshwater Ecology, I decided I should run my own outfit.

About this listing

Targeted species

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

Boat specs

Sun Tracker (Pontoon) originally built in 2019. Powered by a 90HP Mercury engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 30 knots.

Length
21 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

River Fishing
The mighty Colorado River
Lake Fishing
Lake Mead & Lake Mohave
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Jigging
Drift Fishing
Handline

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Daiwa, Ugly Stik, Orvis
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
Chips, crackers, & other light snacks
Drinks
Water
Lunch
Breakfast & dinner are served on the 24-hour trip

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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
All ages welcome (life jackets included)
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

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
PayPal
Checks

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 23 reviews
Equipment
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (34)
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
70%
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Mathew L.
El Dorado Hills, CA
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Full day trip with Cpt. Eric

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on April 2, 2021
Great trip starting at 5am Lake Mead.  Fishing for Striper was slow, fished schools, used down riggers, changed baits and...
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Roger M.
Las Vegas, Nevada
Excellent
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Great day with Captain Eric

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on January 13, 2022
Had a family outing with Captain Eric, an absolute fantastic day out. Captain Eric was a great guide, very interesting and...
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Princeton H.
Las Vegas, Nevada
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Half Day Afternoon Trip

VERIFIED   Special 4 hour trip for Princeton Hudson on May 8, 2021
Surprised my husband with a fishing charter for him and a couple buddies for his birthday. Even though they didn’t catch...
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Megan J.
United States
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Amazing day on the water

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on April 12, 2021
Eric was such a nice guy. He called us ahead of time to figure out what we wanted. Once on the lake we had an amazing day....
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Teri K.
Las Vegas, Nevada
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Full day +more!

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on October 15, 2020
Captain Eric did an incredible job! It was nice to be treated like regular people and have a connection with him. The like...
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