Mark Crutcher Fishing 

5.0
(24 reviews)
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 5th Street, Lakeport, CA 95453, United States–

Mark Crutcher Fishing 

Lakeport, CA, United States
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20 ft
2
5.0
(24 reviews)

Legendary Clear Lake Bass Fishing.  Experience Trophy-sized Bass and Stunning scenery in Clear Lake's Anglers Paradise.
Whether your a seasoned pro or a novice angler, the diverse lake offers a challenge for every skill level. 
Step aboard a 21 foot Vexus bass boat powered by a 250 horsepower Yamaha motor.  Mark provides the finest rods and reels and all tackle is provided.
For over three decades, Mark has cast his line into the waters of Clear Lake. 
Throughout Mark's tournament career, he has reeled in an impressive array of victories, winning 5 boats, ten Angler of the Year titles, and over 30 first-place wins.
Embark on a journey with Mark, where the beauty of Clear Lake and the experience of a seasoned angler come together.  Join him on the water, absorb the wisdom, and let the adventure unfold.

Legendary Clear Lake Bass Fishing.  Experience Trophy-sized Bass and Stunning scenery in Clear Lake's Anglers Paradise.
Whether your a seasoned pro or a novice angler, the diverse lake offers a challenge for every skill level. 
Step aboard a 21 foot Vexus bass boat powered by a 250 horsepower Yamaha motor.  Mark provides the finest rods and reels and all tackle is provided.
For over three decades, Mark has cast his line into the waters of Clear Lake. 
Throughout Mark's tournament career, he has reeled in an impressive array of victories, winning 5 boats, ten Angler of the Year titles, and over 30 first-place wins.
Embark on a journey with Mark, where the beauty of Clear Lake and the experience of a seasoned angler come together.  Join him on the water, absorb the wisdom, and let the adventure unfold.

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Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Bass (Largemouth)
US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $850
Entire boat: 2 people

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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (11)

Reviews (24)

  • Trevor Lee
    Trevor Lee
    Repeat angler
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2025
    5 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great fisherman, great guy

    Half Day Trip (AM) on March 29, 2026 • 2 adults

    I had a great time with Mark searching for bass at Clearlake! Mark taught me how to be a better bass fisherman, how to drive a bass boat, and use some different lures, techniques and a baitcaster (which I'm new to). I grew up with spinning reels, but briefly made time to go over some basics on baitcasting. I appreciated the company, friendliness, and got to see a huge 7 lb bass caught!

  • Arthur Liw
    Arthur Liw
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Caught lots of bass

    Full Day Trip on September 25, 2026 • 2 adults

    Captain Mark was super attentive to our needs and comfort. He was very knowledgeable about the lake and where the fish were. We enjoyed the full 8 hours of fishing and plan to use him again!

  • Meghan Raehll
    Meghan Raehll
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Highlight of our trip!

    Half Day Trip (AM) on March 30, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

    Captain Mark was the best! He knew all the great spots and taught me and my 12-year old so much! He was so friendly and we caught a lot of bass. I cannot recommned enough as this was the highlight of our trip.

  • Oleg Gradov
    Oleg Gradov
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Top Notch Service - Top Notch Experience - Unbelievable Fun

    Half Day Trip (AM) on October 8, 2025 • 1 adult

    Mark Crutcher provides a top notch experience that is head and shoulders above the rest. I have hired several Clear Lake trips and I will not go back to anyone but Mark, from now on. Mark not only provides an amazing service, but he's an incredible person, with a wealth of Pro Tourney experience. Mark provides the highest quality equipment, including snacks & water, and a wealth of knowledge. Mark not only stands out from the rest, in the level of service provided, but also is a stand-out based on his mild kind demeanor, and amicable personality. Not only did we catch fish all day long, but we had some great conversations and I learned so much about bass fishing in general, the bass fishing pro circuits, and he helped me tremendously with various techniques. I would recommend you consider Mark for your Clear Lake fishing trip. He will provide a full experience you will not soon forget.

  • Richard Willett
    Richard Willett
    Repeat angler
    us
    Nebraska, US
    Member since 2022
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    GREAT Captain

    Half Day Trip (AM) on March 26, 2025 • 2 adults

    A friend of mine and I went out with Mark on a cool blustery day, early season, in March. The first thing Mark wants to do is make sure you have a good experience and catch what you want. Myself had never fished for largemouth before, many other species, but not this. Mark was very good at instruction on technique and baits. This guy never slowed down making sure we were rigged, baited and on spot. We were having a hard time getting fish to react, and Mark never quit, we kept checking holes till we struck gold. Found some good average size then hit a nice 7.5 lb bass. And things turned around. Back at the dock we talked to several others who had been out, either nothing or 1 or 2. If you want a great experience, a lot of fun, and good fish Mark is your man. Also the guy is great with kids! Thank you Mark we will be back!

  • Chris Duenas
    Chris Duenas
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Flexible and Easygoing

    Half Day Trip (AM) on May 21, 2025 • 2 adults

    I booked my trip with Mark due to his solid reviews on the app. My best friend and I are making some big life changing moves and knew that another fishing trip like this wouldn't come for a long time and wanted to have a "one last" one before it happened. Mark was a great guide and very easygoing. It was much relaxing as it was fun. We caught more numbers in the morning and in the afternoon we were able to get on a frog bite and I caught a nice 4lb14oz bass. We overall had a great experience with Mark!

  • Derek Daniels
    Derek Daniels
    Repeat angler
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Best Fishing Day Ever!!

    Half Day Trip (AM) on September 13, 2025 • 2 adults

    Absolutely incredible experience! My stepfather and I agreed this was the best fishing trip of our lives. We caught over 40 bass! No exaggeration! There were moments when we were casting and catching nonstop. Mark Crutcher was an outstanding guide... professional, friendly, and made us feel completely comfortable the entire time. He went above and beyond to make sure we had a phenomenal day on the water. Highly, highly recommend Mark Crutcher Fishing! Can’t wait to go again!

  • Christopher Wood
    Christopher Wood
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    40+ fish day

    Full Day Trip on March 5, 2026 • 2 adults

    The day started slow but Mark continued to work to figure out the pattern that paid off. It wasn't the points, it wasn't the creeks, wasn't the tulli! It was the walls and rocks for a 40 fish day! Mark put his all into it to make it a great day. Thanks see you in May for another great lesson day on Clear Lake.

  • Denis Parish
    Denis Parish
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing trip with Mark Crutcher

    Full Day Trip on March 3, 2026 • 2 adults

    This was a fantastic guided fishing trip. Mark's boat and fishing equipmet were top notch and his knowledge of the lake was impressive. Mark is very friendly and patient and the stories he told added to the overall experience. I would highly recommend booking a trip with Mark if you get the chance.

  • Matt Mitchell
    Matt Mitchell
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Will be back come Summer Time

    Half Day Trip (AM) on October 5, 2026 • 1 adult

    Mark was great! Highly Recommend

FAQs about Mark Crutcher Fishing

Mark Crutcher Fishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 1 guest - Half Day Trip (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $100 per person after 1 guest - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Mark Crutcher Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
Trips booked with Mark Crutcher Fishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Some of the bedtcequipment in the industry)
  • Lures
Mark Crutcher Fishing offers the following type of fishing:
  • Lake fishing (Clear Lake and Lake Berreyessa)
Mark Crutcher Fishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
Top targeted fish species with Mark Crutcher Fishing include:
  • Bass (Largemouth)

Your captain

Mark Crutcher
Mark Crutcher
Lakeport, California, United States
20 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
24 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since March 2024
Recently retired from a distinguished career in law enforcement, Mark wanted to share his love and passion for fishing.
Mark Crutcher
Mark Crutcher
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Recently retired from a distinguished career in law enforcement, Mark wanted to share his love and passion for fishing.

The fish you can target

Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass

Real catches by this captain

  • Group of anglers proudly displaying a haul of largemouth bass on the bow of a fishing boat on a scenic lake.
    Fish 1
    Largemouth Bass
    The fall transition is finally here. Mid October and the weather has been in the high 90’s. Now its in the low 70’s. The weather change has made the bite a little stingy. Grinding all day, averaging around 25-30 fish. Crankbaits, jigs, and worms have been the deal. Still makes for a great day as the weather is perfect. As the weather continues to get colder, I expect the bite to improve and this is when those big bass get hungry preparing for the winter. Tight lines!
  • Adult angler proudly holding a largemouth bass on the bow of a bass boat in a scenic lakeside setting.
    Fish 1
    Largemouth Bass
    Arthur L.
    Arthur L.
    Captain Mark was super attentive to our needs and comfort. He was very knowledgeable about the lake and where the fish were. We enjoyed the full 8 hours of fishing and plan to use him again!
  • Two anglers proudly displaying their catch of large Largemouth Bass while fishing on a scenic lake surrounded by mountains.
    Fish 1
    Largemouth Bass
    Fishing right now is absolutely incredible. The numbers of fish being caught or as high as I’ve ever seen. Water temps are running around 75 degrees, and the water color is extremely algae. The fish don’t seem to mind it and are chewing, averaging around 80 fish on a full day trip, and 50 or so on a half day trip. Crankbaits, jigs and worms have been doing the trick.
  • A proud angler and a young boy display a large Largemouth Bass while fishing on a serene lake, showcasing a memorable family fishing experience.
    Fish 1
    Largemouth Bass
    Found a grown one (11 lbs). Averaging around 30 fish on half day trips. Crankbaits and worms have been doing the trick.
  • Young angler holding a freshly caught fish on the deck of a fishing boat, with an adult guide and calm mountain-lake scenery in the background.
    Fish 1
    Largemouth Bass
    Meghan R.
    Meghan R.
    Captain Mark was the best! He knew all the great spots and taught me and my 12-year old so much! He was so friendly and we caught a lot of bass. I cannot recommned enough as this was the highlight of our trip.
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Largemouth Bass while on a fishing trip, with a scenic backdrop of trees and water.
    Fish 1
    Largemouth Bass
    Trevor L.
    Trevor L.
    I had a great time with Mark searching for bass at Clearlake! Mark taught me how to be a better bass fisherman, how to drive a bass boat, and use some different lures, techniques and a baitcaster (which I'm new to). I grew up with spinning reels, but briefly made time to go over some basics on baitcasting. I appreciated the company, friendliness, and got to see a huge 7 lb bass caught!
  • Young angler proudly holding a large Largemouth Bass while fishing on a scenic lake.
    Fish 1
    Largemouth Bass
    Averaging 20 to 25 fish a day. Throwing a jerkbait on the outside of the tules and catching some big fish, up to 9 lbs. water is clearing fast (8 ft in some places. Water temps are reaching 62 degree, so have your spinning rods ready the fish should start to transition to the spawn anyday now.
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Largemouth Bass while fishing on a serene lake.
    Fish 1
    Largemouth Bass
    Fishing is pretty tough, averaging 5 to 10 fish each outing. On the flip side, the fish are healthy and big, gorging themselves on shad. Todays biggest 5 fish weighed in at over 35 lbs. It is an excellent time to catch your personal best and a true trophy bass! We also caught 2 large catfish and 8 crappie. The lake is very healthy!
  • A sleek Vexus fishing boat is showcased with a driver at the helm, parked near a scenic lake surrounded by mountains.
    Oleg G.
    Oleg G.
    Mark Crutcher provides a top notch experience that is head and shoulders above the rest. I have hired several Clear Lake trips and I will not go back to anyone but Mark, from now on. Mark not only provides an amazing service, but he's an incredible person, with a wealth of Pro Tourney experience. Mark provides the highest quality equipment, including snacks & water, and a wealth of knowledge. Mark not only stands out from the rest, in the level of service provided, but also is a stand-out based on his mild kind demeanor, and amicable personality. Not only did we catch fish all day long, but we had some great conversations and I learned so much about bass fishing in general, the bass fishing pro circuits, and he helped me tremendously with various techniques. I would recommend you consider Mark for your Clear Lake fishing trip. He will provide a full experience you will not soon forget.
  • A serene sunset view of a boat at the dock, with silhouettes of two individuals preparing for an evening fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Largemouth Bass
    Fishing has been very good lately. Just finished up three days of guiding all half-day trips and managed to catch over 130 bass, 7 catfish, and over a dozen crappie. Fish seem to be very spot oriented, and are in large schools. Fish are around the bait balls and are also spitting up crawdads! Select you baits to match the conditions.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
2 persons
Boat length
20 ft
Year built
2023
Boat manufacturer
Vexus
Boat type
Bass boat
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
65 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Some of the bedtcequipment in the industry
Lures

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.
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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.
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

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
 Bank transfer

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