Fish On Guide Service 

5.0
(233 reviews)
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 400 Boxcar Willie Drive, Branson, MO 65616, United States–

Fish On Guide Service 

Branson, MO, United States
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20 ft
4
5.0
(233 reviews)

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Spend the day with Fish On Guide Service and let them show you what makes the fishing in Branson so memorable! With Captain Ronnie at the helm, you're in knowledgeable and experienced hands.

Species like Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Spotted Bass, White Bass, Striped Bass, Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout (Steelhead), Crappie, and more could be biting, depending on the season. You can expect to do some spinning, drifting, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Families who love fishing together will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise, you should bring your own. Snacks are also a good idea so that nobody gets cranky on an empty belly!

Your day begins aboard a 20' Lowe bay boat with a capacity for 4 passengers. It has a fighting chair and all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. What's more, this vessel is wheelchair accessible. Capt. Ronnie will supply rods and reels for you, as well as lures. Live bait is included, but it's good to ask about this so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

Before coming aboard, it will be necessary to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect. It's recommended to bring sunglasses, and sunblock (non-spray). Drinks are included, free of charge. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

If there's more you'd like to know about fishing with Fish On Guide Service, you can send Capt. Ronnie a message down below.

Spend the day with Fish On Guide Service and let them show you what makes the fishing in Branson so memorable! With Captain Ronnie at the helm, you're in knowledgeable and experienced hands.

Species like Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Spotted Bass, White Bass, Striped Bass, Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout (Steelhead), Crappie, and more could be biting, depending on the season. You can expect to do some spinning, drifting, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Families who love fishing together will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise, you should bring your own. Snacks are also a good idea so that nobody gets cranky on an empty belly!

Your day begins aboard a 20' Lowe bay boat with a capacity for 4 passengers. It has a fighting chair and all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. What's more, this vessel is wheelchair accessible. Capt. Ronnie will supply rods and reels for you, as well as lures. Live bait is included, but it's good to ask about this so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

Before coming aboard, it will be necessary to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect. It's recommended to bring sunglasses, and sunblock (non-spray). Drinks are included, free of charge. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

If there's more you'd like to know about fishing with Fish On Guide Service, you can send Capt. Ronnie a message down below.

Ronnie Lawson
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Ronnie Lawson
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Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
2 hours Special Lake Taneycomo.
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 9:00 AM)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
US $200
Entire boat: 2 people
2 Hour special Lake Taneycomo.
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 4:00 PM)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
US $200
Entire boat: 2 people
2 Hour Special Lake Taneycomo
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 hour trip multiple starting times (10:00 AM, 2:00 PM)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
US $200
Entire boat: 2 people
2 Hour Special Lake Taneycomo.
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 hour trip starts at 12:00 PM
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
US $275
Entire boat: 2 people
4 Hour Trip
In high demand Last booked: 3 days ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM)
Bass (Striped)
Bass (Largemouth)
Crappie
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
+4
US $325
Entire boat: 2 people
6 Hour
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM)
Bass (Largemouth)
Crappie
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Bass (Smallmouth)
+3
US $425
Entire boat: 2 people
Full Day
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM)
Bass (Largemouth)
Crappie
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Bass (Smallmouth)
+3
US $600
Entire boat: 2 people

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Rating

5.0
233 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (582)

What anglers say

99%
Great experience
98%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
97%
Recommended
100%
Caught fish

Reviews (233)

  • Nicholas Domingue
    Nicholas Domingue
    us
    Louisiana, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Birthday Extravaganza

    4 Hour Trip - 8:00 AM on October 19, 2026 • 2 adults

    First time to Branson. Wanted to donsomething different that we did not normally do at home. Deciding to book a fishing trip for my wife’s birthday and couldn’t have gone any better. She caught the biggest fish of trip, and first fish of the trip. She loved and said she would definitely go again. Captain Ron knew exactly where to go to make aure we caught fish and didn’t just sit there casting. He was very knowledgeable, bery easy to talk with, and very patient being we are not your everyday fishermen.

  • Ian Petty
    Ian Petty
    Repeat angler
    us
    Oklahoma, US
    Member since 2025
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Limited Out, Learned a Lot, and Had a Blast!

    4 Hour Trip on July 14, 2026 • 2 adults

    We had an absolute blast fishing with Ronnie! He was super knowledgeable and did an awesome job keeping us on fish throughout the entire trip. One thing I really appreciated was that he didn’t just point somewhere and tell us “cast there.” He would actually explain where we needed to cast and why, what the fish were doing, and what we were trying to accomplish. You could tell he really knew the water and wanted us to understand what we were doing instead of just blindly following instructions. Ronnie had us limited out on trout by the time we were only about halfway through the trip. He cleaned all of our trout for us and immediately got them on ice to keep them in the best condition possible, then we headed back out on the water and spent the rest of the trip targeting bass. He was also extremely friendly and easy to talk to, and we had a blast the entire time. Ronnie even invited us to come out a little early and didn’t just cut the trip off right at 11, so we really appreciated the extra time he gave us on the water. We caught plenty of fish, learned a lot, and had a great experience from start to finish. I would absolutely recommend Ronnie to anyone looking for a guide in the Branson area, and I’ll definitely be booking with him again next time I get the chance!

  • Scott Strickland
    Scott Strickland
    Repeat angler
    us
    Kentucky, US
    Member since 2024
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Hit the Double

    4 Hour Trip - 8:00 AM on June 4, 2026 • 2 adults

    Captain Ronnie is awesome. very flexible with our time as he moved it up to help us hit the sweet spot on our 4hr charter. Had my son and I on bass first thing. Hitting some awesome spots and awesome cover full of fish. Clear water makes it like fishing in an aquarium. A lot different from the waters of Louisiana that we are used to. Then for the second half Captain Ronnie got us on rainbows and we limited out in no time. An awesome day for my son and I. One that we will remember for a long time. Can’t wait to come back.

  • Edward Kost
    Edward Kost
    us
    Kansas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    We Will Do It Again!

    4 Hour Trip - 8:00 AM on August 15, 2026 • 2 adults

    We had a great morning out fishing with Captain Ronnie. He worked hard to find the fish and hard to help us catch them. Vicki ( the younger lady) and Ed (the old man) could not have found a better guide and are happy to have met Ronnie and spent a pleasurable morning with him. WE CAUGHT OUR LIMIT of nice rainbows just before the heat got unbearable. We hope to book again in the near future with our new friend Ronnie.

  • Expeditionary Jonny
    Expeditionary Jonny
    Repeat angler
    us
    Nebraska, US
    Member since 2024
    5 trips
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Hospitality and fish!

    4 Hour Trip on October 13, 2026 • 3 adults

    Captain Ronnie met us at the dock with a smile and maintained a positive attitude throughout the day as we worked the area. if anyone struggled, Ronnie had the answer. We caught our limit and let the little ones go on to swim another day. Great job!

  • Ian Boyle
    Ian Boyle
    us
    Indiana, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    great time catching, great captain!!

    2 hours Special Lake Taneycomo. on September 4, 2026 • 1 adult

    best time i had in Branson! Captain met me as i pulled up at the docks and we got straight to it. Good fishing, i didnt know how a 2 hour trip would go but it was catching fish every few minutes. i would recommend fishing with Ron to anyone and when i come back to Branson he’d be my guide again.

  • Phil Shafer
    Phil Shafer
    us
    Nebraska, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Ronnie is a great captain

    4 Hour Trip on August 12, 2026 • 3 adults

    Ronnie is a genuinely nice guy. He was attentive to some inexperienced fishermen, patient amd kind. He led us to fish and you could really tell he cared if we were catching fish. He took us to a number of spots and we found fish every time. All in all, me and my daughters had a great time. Thanks Ronnie!

  • Melanie Walker
    Melanie Walker
    us
    Missouri, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Success in less than an hour!!

    2 hours Special Lake Taneycomo. - 9:00 AM on June 9, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

    This was a birthday trip for my 93-year-old dad. He was an avid fisherman in younger days. We had a great time, and in less than two hours we about caught our quota. So nice to have everything set for you. Ronnie was excellent, organized and patient. Cleaned our fish. He’s the complete package!

  • Paula Fuqua
    Paula Fuqua
    us
    Oklahoma, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Best fishing we have done!! Highly recommend!!

    4 Hour Trip - 8:00 AM on September 17, 2026 • 2 adults

    We enjoyed our time with Cpt Ron and he truly knows fishing! We caught a lot of trout and enjoyed the day immensely! We highly recommend this company for their great communication, flexibility, and really good price! Thank you for an exceptional fishing experience!

  • Sierra Foster
    Sierra Foster
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Book this guide !!!!

    2 hours Special Lake Taneycomo. on May 26, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

    Ronnie was a great guide and very patient and persistant with us. We were not catching anything at first but then he switched things up and moved upriver and then we caught our limit ! Persistsnce is key!!!!! Thank you Ronnie ! My family and I had a great time !

FAQs about Fish On Guide Service

Fish On Guide Service offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $200 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 2 Hour Special Lake Taneycomo (2 hours)
  • US $200 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 2 Hour Special Lake Taneycomo - 2:00 PM (2 hours)
  • US $200 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 2 Hour special Lake Taneycomo. (2 hours)
  • US $200 per group, additional US $75 per person after 1 guest - 2 Hour Special Lake Taneycomo. (2 hours)
  • US $200 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 2 Hour special Lake Taneycomo. - 1:00 PM (2 hours)
  • US $200 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 2 Hour special Lake Taneycomo. - 11:00 AM (2 hours)
  • US $200 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 2 Hour special Lake Taneycomo. - 3:00 PM (2 hours)
  • US $200 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 2 Hour special Lake Taneycomo. - 4:00 PM (2 hours)
  • US $200 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 2 hours Special Lake Taneycomo. (2 hours)
  • US $200 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 2 hours Special Lake Taneycomo. - 9:00 AM (2 hours)
  • US $325 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip (4 hours)
  • US $325 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $325 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip - 10:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $325 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip - 11:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $325 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip - 12:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $325 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip - 2:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $325 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip - 8:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $325 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip - 9:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $425 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 6 Hour (6 hours)
  • US $425 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 6 Hour - 10:00 AM (6 hours)
  • US $425 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 6 Hour - 11:00 AM (6 hours)
  • US $425 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 6 Hour - 12:00 PM (6 hours)
  • US $425 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 6 Hour - 8:00 AM (6 hours)
  • US $425 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 6 Hour - 9:00 AM (6 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Full Day (8 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Full Day - 10:00 AM (8 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Full Day - 8:00 AM (8 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Full Day - 9:00 AM (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Fish On Guide Service, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Fighting chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
Trips booked with Fish On Guide Service include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Bait is always provided by me. )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Fish cleaning is included in the Guide Service always clean a bag your catch. )
  • Drinks (I always carry bottles of water. Customers are welcome to bring snacks and drinks . )
Fish On Guide Service offers the following types of fishing:
  • Lake fishing (Lake Taneycomo, Table Rock, and Bull Shoals Lake )
  • Inshore fishing
Fish On Guide Service offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Fish On Guide Service include:
  • Bass (Largemouth)
  • Bass (Smallmouth)
  • Bass (Spotted)
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Bass (White)
  • Brown Trout
  • Bullhead
  • Crappie
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)

Your captain

Ronnie Lawson
Ronnie Lawson
Branson, Missouri, United States
364 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
233 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since October 2023
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.
Been fishing locally and in major tournaments for 40 years. Finally decided to get a Captain's license and guide. I have done around 50 trips so far this year. Have a 5-star ⭐ rating on Google Maps. Fish On Guide service, Hollister MO.
Ronnie Lawson
Ronnie Lawson
Fully verified
Angler's Choice
364
reports
233
reviews
2023
member since
~1h
response
Been fishing locally and in major tournaments for 40 years. Finally decided to get a Captain's license and guide. I have done around 50 trips so far this year. Have a 5-star ⭐ rating on Google Maps. Fish On Guide service, Hollister MO.

The fish you can target

Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass
Spotted Bass
Spotted Bass
Striped Bass
Striped Bass
White Bass
White Bass
Brown Trout
Brown Trout
Bullhead
Bullhead
Crappie
Crappie
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass
Spotted Bass
Spotted Bass
Striped Bass
Striped Bass
White Bass
White Bass

Real catches by this captain

  • Angler proudly holding a large trout while seated in a small fishing boat on a scenic lake.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Cutthroat Trout
    We set out at 7 am this morning and with 2 units running we started drifting and the bigger Trout were biting we boated 25 including a nice 20 inch trophy we took to Scotty's Trout Dock for the lunker award and it released after taking pictures .
  • Angler poses with a large spotted trout displayed on a fillet table at a scenic lakeside trout dock.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Brown Trout
    My clients from Indiana met up at 6:30 am today with the time change that's daylight now and we found the spoon bite was the best today we limited out with it and she hooked a 31 inch 1lbs Brown that took around 15 min. to land the fish was so exhausted we couldn't revive it we she was a happy gal today with a fish of a life time we also boated around 20 Rainbows this morning.
  • Two young anglers and an adult pose behind multiple freshwater fish arranged on a dockside fillet table.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    John D.
    John D.
    Guide put us on top of fish. And managed poles for me and two boys. caught plenty.
  • Young angler holding a largemouth bass aboard a fishing boat on a calm inland waterway.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Brown Trout
    What a great time today I set out of Scotty's Trout Dock at 7am today with my clients from ST. Louis in town for fall break and we started split shoting and right away we started boating Rainbows we put 18 total in the boat this morning and they kept some for the grill and released the rest.
  • Two adult anglers proudly display freshly caught fish aboard a fishing boat on a calm lake at sunset.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Retreat weekend . My clients this morning took some time for fishing on there Mens Bible Study weekend retreat we started at 6:30 am and the split shot rig was working well they are having fish for lunch .
  • Two adult anglers stand behind a large display of trout arranged on a dockside fillet table beside the boat.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Dennis D.
    Dennis D.
    Great Captain!! He called us to come earlier because the fish were bitting. We caught our limit in 2 1/2 hours. Very friendly and a joy to be around. Thank you Ronnie for a wonderful day!!
  • Two adult anglers stand behind a large display of multiple trout arranged on a boat fillet table at a covered dock.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Brown Trout
    6 hours today we set out of Scotty's Trout Dock at 8am sharp and the split shot was on we Boated 40 Rainbows one 16 inch and several 14 in today
  • Adult angler proudly holding a large speckled trout beside a small fishing boat on a calm lake.
    Fish 1
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Nicholas D.
    Nicholas D.
    First time to Branson. Wanted to donsomething different that we did not normally do at home. Deciding to book a fishing trip for my wife’s birthday and couldn’t have gone any better. She caught the biggest fish of trip, and first fish of the trip. She loved and said she would definitely go again. Captain Ron knew exactly where to go to make aure we caught fish and didn’t just sit there casting. He was very knowledgeable, bery easy to talk with, and very patient being we are not your everyday fishermen.
  • Angler holding a large speckled trout aboard a fishing boat on calm waters.
    Fish 1
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Birthday big boy . My clients from Laufauette Louisiana and I set out of Scotty's Trout Dock at 8am this morning and on her first cast on her birthday she hooked a beauty that went 19 in we released it and then boated many for the grill all were caught on a split shot rig today.
  • Family group posing beside a large display of freshly caught fish arranged on a dockside fillet table.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Brown Trout
    Had a family group this morning and these kids had fun reeling in the Rainbows .

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
20 ft
Year built
2022
Boat manufacturer
Lowe
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 115HP
Max cruising speed
20 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing
Inshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Fighting chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Bait is always provided by me.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fish cleaning is included in the Guide Service always clean a bag your catch.
Drinks
I always carry bottles of water. Customers are welcome to bring snacks and drinks .

How cancellations work

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.
More details

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
Kids are welcome here just finished a trip that was the first ever fish cought so awesome ?
You keep catch
I clean
Catch and release allowed
Disabled accessible

How you can pay

Book with 25% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 25% 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
 American Express
 PayPal
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Branson right now

Bass (Largemouth)Bass (Largemouth)
Bass (Smallmouth)Bass (Smallmouth)
Bass (Spotted)Bass (Spotted)
Bass (White)Bass (White)
Brown TroutBrown Trout
CrappieCrappie
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)

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