Mississippi John's Guide Service 

4.9
(24 reviews)
 1830 Bridie Manor, Oswego, NY 13126, United States–

Mississippi John's Guide Service 

Oswego, NY, United States
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16 ft
2
4.9
(24 reviews)

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Mississippi John's Guide Service specializes in fishing the waters around Oswego and invites you along for a trip to remember.

Here you'll have access to local waters, including a few honeyholes that only the locals can clue you in on. Your guide specializes in drift fishing, which is what you'll be doing on the day of your trip. John will provide rods and reels, as well as lures.

These waters are known for Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout (Steelhead), Chinook Salmon, and more – with any luck, it won't be long before 'Fish on!' Groups of up to 8 can join these excursions. You'll make your way to the fishing grounds on foot, so be sure to dress for current weather conditions and bring only as much as you can carry.

Expect to get in touch with John before the trip so you know where to meet and how to get there.

Your fishing license for the day is not included, so members of your group will need to buy one. You can find out more online, including exceptions that may apply. Layered clothing and appropriate footwear are always encouraged (if you aren't sure what that means, just ask). It's never a bad idea to bring sunblock, sunglasses, and bottled water in any weather conditions.

Mississippi John's Guide Service is ready to take you out on the water. Time to make it happen!

Mississippi John's Guide Service specializes in fishing the waters around Oswego and invites you along for a trip to remember.

Here you'll have access to local waters, including a few honeyholes that only the locals can clue you in on. Your guide specializes in drift fishing, which is what you'll be doing on the day of your trip. John will provide rods and reels, as well as lures.

These waters are known for Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout (Steelhead), Chinook Salmon, and more – with any luck, it won't be long before 'Fish on!' Groups of up to 8 can join these excursions. You'll make your way to the fishing grounds on foot, so be sure to dress for current weather conditions and bring only as much as you can carry.

Expect to get in touch with John before the trip so you know where to meet and how to get there.

Your fishing license for the day is not included, so members of your group will need to buy one. You can find out more online, including exceptions that may apply. Layered clothing and appropriate footwear are always encouraged (if you aren't sure what that means, just ask). It's never a bad idea to bring sunblock, sunglasses, and bottled water in any weather conditions.

Mississippi John's Guide Service is ready to take you out on the water. Time to make it happen!

John Brooks
Captain
John Brooks
6 years of experience
ID & credentials verified
responds within an hour

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November 2026
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Float fishing the walls of oswego
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Mar 31
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Salmon (Chinook)
US $350
Entire boat: 2 people
Half day wade fishing oswego river
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Nov 15
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Salmon (Chinook)
US $440
Entire boat: 2 people
Night spoon and plugging from boat
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:30 PM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Oct 26
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Salmon (Chinook)
US $450
Entire boat: 2 people
Walleye boat trip 4 hours
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Sep 1
Walleye
US $300
Entire boat: 2 people
Warm water boat fishing!!!
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 28 - Sep 1
Walleye
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Catfish
Brown Trout
+1
US $350
Entire boat: 2 people
Night fishing the harbor for kings
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:30 PM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Oct 31
Salmon (Chinook)
US $400
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Float fishing the oswego river boat
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Salmon (Chinook)
US $500
Entire boat: 2 people
Plug fishing with the boat
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Salmon (Chinook)
US $500
Entire boat: 2 people

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Rating

4.9
24 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

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All reviews (24)

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Russell Pack
Russell Pack
us
New York, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
most memorable trip ever
Float fishing the walls of oswego on October 18, 2026 • 2 adults

me and my buddy went out with john , we both were able to catch some samon , john was amazing all around put us on the fish , taught us alot different thing and made sure we had a amazing day

Clayton Robbins
Clayton Robbins
Repeat angler
us
New York, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
very good trip
Plugging the walls of oswego on October 6, 2026 • 2 adults

very knowledgeable

Alexander Tolstukhin
Alexander Tolstukhin
us
New York, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Very good trip.
Warm water boat fishing!!! on July 25, 2026 • 2 adults

John was a great guide! We had a fantastic fishing trip and really enjoyed our time on the water. Highly recommend, and we'd be happy to fish with him again!

mark bush
mark bush
us
New York, US
Member since 2026
The captain canceled
September 5, 2026
Trip was supposed to happen on September 5, 2026

The charter operator canceled on trip date. This is an automated posting.

Kevin Sweeney
Kevin Sweeney
Repeat angler
us
New Jersey, US
Member since 2024
4 trips
5.0
Verified
skunked but nobody else in the river caught anything either
Plug fishing with the boat on September 6, 2026 • 2 adults

good dude

FAQs about Mississippi John's Guide Service

Mississippi John's Guide Service offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $175 per person - Float fishing the walls of oswego (8 hours)
  • US $220 per person - Half day wade fishing oswego river (4 hours)
  • US $225 per person - Night spoon and plugging from boat (4 hours)
  • US $300 per group - Walleye boat trip 4 hours (4 hours)
  • US $350 per group - Warm water boat fishing!!! (8 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Night fishing the harbor for kings (6 hours)
  • US $500 per group - Float fishing the oswego river boat (6 hours)
  • US $500 per group - Plug fishing with the boat (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Mississippi John's Guide Service, you can expect the following amenity onboard:
  • Fishfinder
Trips booked with Mississippi John's Guide Service include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Snacks
  • Drinks
Mississippi John's Guide Service offers the following type of fishing:
  • River fishing
Mississippi John's Guide Service offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Trolling
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Mississippi John's Guide Service include:
  • Brown Trout
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon (Chinook)

Your captain

John Brooks
John Brooks
Oswego, New York, United States
3 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
24 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since September 2023
A bank-based guide out of Oswego, New York. Dead set on catching Salmon and Steelhead the right way.
John Brooks
John Brooks
Fully verified
3
reports
24
reviews
2023
member since
~1h
response
A bank-based guide out of Oswego, New York. Dead set on catching Salmon and Steelhead the right way.

The fish you can target

Brown Trout
Brown Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Brown Trout
Brown Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon

Real catches by this captain

  • Angler proudly displays a large salmon aboard a river fishing boat beneath a bridge, with a second angler seated nearby.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Clayton R.
    Clayton R.
    very knowledgeable
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Brown Trout while fishing from a boat on a cloudy day.
    Fish 1
    Brown Trout
    Mark L.
    Mark L.
    great time john was great we got fish. john wouldn’t quit great guide
  • Angler proudly holds a large spotted brown trout aboard a small fishing boat in a chilly waterfront setting.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Brown Trout
    With the cold temperatures you would think that fishing would be hard but that hasn’t been the case! Come book your trip in the heated drift boat and catch some pretty fish.
  • An angler proudly displaying a large Lake Trout while fishing from a boat, with an industrial backdrop and clear blue skies.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    John W.
    John W.
    Even though it was an extra windy day, John was able to put us on fish!
  • Two anglers, an adult and a child, proudly displaying their catch of large Salmon while fishing on a boat.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    A good many fish caught the past week hopefully with cooler temps it will get even better
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Salmon while fishing on a boat in a coastal waterway.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Samuel C.
    Samuel C.
    Wonderful person and fisherman. I will definitely come back
  • A freshly caught fish, likely a Walleye, resting on the floor of a small fishing boat, showcasing the fishing environment.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Lake Trout
    The fishing is starting to pick up in the oswego river. Better hurry and book a trip dates are filling fast.
  • Angler crouching beside a canal and proudly holding a large predatory freshwater fish, likely a muskie or northern pike.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Gregorio C.
    Gregorio C.
    John was awesome. Even before heading out to fish I was already well aware of the conditions and knew the chances of catching a king salmon were really low. I took it as an opportunity to learn more of the art of fishing from John as he is a wealth of knowledge and has decades of experience. We were the last of the anglers who arrived in the morning ,and at the end of our time together, caught a good sized chinook. I'll absolutely be looking to head out with John again in the future.
  • Adult angler holding a large trout while standing in a scenic freshwater lake surrounded by forest.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Tyler J.
    Tyler J.
    Mississippi is a more than just a guide. He helps you understand what you need to be doing, looking for, and using but most importantly he explains why which makes it a much more valuable experience. I will 100% be returning to Mississippi’s guides service next time I’m up here.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Unpowered boats
Capacity
2 persons
Boat length
16 ft
Year built
2013
Boat manufacturer
Hog island
Boat type
Drift boat
Engine model
Manpower
Powered by
1 x 1HP
Max cruising speed
3 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Trolling
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Fishfinder
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Snacks
Drinks

How cancellations work

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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child friendly
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Pay online in full
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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

What’s biting in Oswego right now

Brown TroutBrown Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Salmon (Chinook)Salmon (Chinook)

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