CATCHING DINOSAURS Alligator Gar Trinity Riv. 

5.0
(20 reviews)
 1333 Fm 3278 Road, West Livingston, TX 77331, United States–

CATCHING DINOSAURS Alligator Gar Trinity Riv. 

West Livingston, TX, United States
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18 ft
3
5.0
(20 reviews)

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There's a monster prehistoric fish with your name on it, and Catching Dinosaurs will help you catch it!

We will target the largest alligator gar possible and catch and release as many as possible without harming them. They are a world class sportfish that can put up outstanding fights. We will use bait and lure to catch them some days we can land over 40 gar.

Book your next trip with Catching Dinosaurs and find out what you're missing in Livingston, Texas.

These waters are known for giant Alligator Gar and an abundance of Texas fish species – with any luck, it won't take long to hook into several. You will utilize high end Shimano reels and the best electronics available to target these fish on both bait and lures.

Any Alligator Gar you catch will be tagged and released.

Capt. Henry is happy to have kids aboard, so get 'em offline and onto the water! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Customers are encouraged to bring snacks, drinks and food! Children under 13 years of age are required to wear a life jacket whenever the boat is underway.

Your adventure begins aboard a top of the line 18' Sea Ark jet boat for 3 passengers. It comes with everything you need for a productive day on the water. Your captain will provide rods and reels, as well as lures and bait.

You will need to get a local fishing license before the trip for clients over 18 years old. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain.

All gar species will be released unharmed

Don't leave home without rain gear, sunglasses, sun protection, and bottled water. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but you should avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

How often would you rather be fishing? Go on and turn that day dream into a reality, with Catching Dinosaurs and make memories that will last a lifetime!

There's a monster prehistoric fish with your name on it, and Catching Dinosaurs will help you catch it!

We will target the largest alligator gar possible and catch and release as many as possible without harming them. They are a world class sportfish that can put up outstanding fights. We will use bait and lure to catch them some days we can land over 40 gar.

Book your next trip with Catching Dinosaurs and find out what you're missing in Livingston, Texas.

These waters are known for giant Alligator Gar and an abundance of Texas fish species – with any luck, it won't take long to hook into several. You will utilize high end Shimano reels and the best electronics available to target these fish on both bait and lures.

Any Alligator Gar you catch will be tagged and released.

Capt. Henry is happy to have kids aboard, so get 'em offline and onto the water! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Customers are encouraged to bring snacks, drinks and food! Children under 13 years of age are required to wear a life jacket whenever the boat is underway.

Your adventure begins aboard a top of the line 18' Sea Ark jet boat for 3 passengers. It comes with everything you need for a productive day on the water. Your captain will provide rods and reels, as well as lures and bait.

You will need to get a local fishing license before the trip for clients over 18 years old. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain.

All gar species will be released unharmed

Don't leave home without rain gear, sunglasses, sun protection, and bottled water. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but you should avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

How often would you rather be fishing? Go on and turn that day dream into a reality, with Catching Dinosaurs and make memories that will last a lifetime!

Catching Dinosaurs
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Catching Dinosaurs
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Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
SuMoTuWeThFrSa
Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
6 Hour Alligator Gar Trip Morning
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Mar 1 - Nov 30
Alligator Gar
US $700
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Winter Catfish Gar And Carp Fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 12:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Dec 2 - Feb 28
Catfish
Alligator Gar
Carp
US $700
Entire boat: up to 3 people
6 Hour Alligator Gar Trip Evening
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 2:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Mar 1 - Nov 30
Alligator Gar
US $700
Entire boat: up to 3 people
10 Hour Trip – Day
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Mar 1 - Dec 1
Alligator Gar
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 3 people
10 Hour Trip – Night
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 7:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Dec 1
Alligator Gar
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 3 people

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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (51)

Reviews (20)

  • Xavier Starrs
    Xavier Starrs
    us
    New Jersey, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Gear, Great Gar, Great Guide!

    6 Hour Alligator Gar Trip Morning on March 26, 2026 • 2 adults

    This is some of the best fishing I have ever experienced. I was fortunate enough to book a 6 hour trip where my buddy and I caught 3 alligator gar all over 5 feet including a 7 footer roughly 160 lbs. The boat was comfortable, the guiding and knowledge was awesome, and the care for these dinosaurs was great too. It was an all-around great day and I appreciated the communication and flexibility to work around any issues that came up. I will, for sure, be back next time I make it to Texas.

  • Chuck Koenen
    Chuck Koenen
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2019
    5.0
    Verified

    Best fishing trip ever.

    10 Hour Trip – Day on April 27, 2026 • 2 adults

    My son and I had the pleasure of fishing with Henry yesterday and it was an amazing trip. Caught big Alligator Gar all day using a variety of techniques. All gar released. Lost track of the number of fish we caught. I estimate it was at least 40 that were boated. Henry is super knowledgeable, easy to take instructions from, and is quick to help. I am going to fish with him again for sure.

  • Matt Biersmith
    Matt Biersmith
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fun and educational for my son

    6 Hour Alligator Gar Trip Morning on March 19, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

    Henry is a wealth of information. A natural resource himself who can talk as nauseam about one of the oldest, coolest, misunderstood species of fish on the planet while you catch them. Heroic guide!

  • Anthony Mayer
    Anthony Mayer
    Repeat angler
    us
    Colorado, US
    Member since 2022
    2 trips
    5.0

    Another Trip Checked Off The Bucket List!!

    10 Hour Trip – Day on July 8, 2025

    This was on my bucket list of fishing trips. I live in the mountains in Colorado so no where near these amazing fish. So after doing my research I decided on catching dinosaurs. Not only does he get you into fish but also shared similar values that I do when it comes to conservation and treatment of fish! No such thing as a trash fish! Last minute he contacted me saying his boat was down and he had arranged his buddy Kyle to guide us. At first it had me worried as I did the research because I wanted the best. But it turns out his buddy Kyle was actually thefishwhisperer1 who I have consumed videos of on Instagram. He also holds the same values and definitely knows his stuff. He got my buddy and I into a lot of gators over 5ft and when I asked if we could target a long nose as well he got us to the spot and put on the right lure because I got one of those too. Which was awesome considering the last time I had an opportunity for a longnose I broke off haha. So weather you get to fish with Henry or Kyle just know you're gonna have a great trip! Highly recommended these guys

  • Zisko Apaza
    Zisko Apaza
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Capt Kyle was stellar!

    10 Hour Trip – Day on June 2, 2025 • 1 adult

    Capt Henry had some boat trouble but set us up with a great friend and experienced gar angler, Capt Kyle (The Fish Whisperer) and needless to say, I am sore today from all the fish we were tangling with. Unreal experience I highly recommend for everyone. Capt Henry made 100% sure we were taken care of and Capt Kyle went above and beyond to assure the same. This is a MUST do for every avid angler and even for people who just want to see dinosaurs in real life.

  • Ty Kleep
    Ty Kleep
    Member since 2025
    5.0

    Full day gar fishing trip with Catching Dinosaurs

    10 Hour Trip – Day on July 22, 2025

    This full day trip with Henry Martin of Catching dinosaurs was an awesome trip, we caught over 30 alligator gar, with 4 of them being over the 6 foot, 100 lb mark. Henry uses methods of fishing that ensure safety for the fish, and also goes out of his way to explain any safety measures about his boat and the giant fish you will be catching. 10/10 great trip thanks Henry

  • Denise Bennett
    Denise Bennett
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    An amazing day!

    6 Hour Alligator Gar Trip Morning on July 15, 2025 • 3 adults • 2 children

    My twin boys had so much fun catching alligator gar! Our guide, Kyle, was amazingly patient and made sure that we all caught these amazing fish! To catch something that is bigger than you is quite the experience. My boys competed the entire time! We will cherish this moment and will talk about the “one that got away” for years to come!

  • Justin Mcloryd
    Justin Mcloryd
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2024
    5 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    OUTSTANDING EXPERIENCE!

    6 Hour Alligator Gar Trip Evening on September 27, 2025 • 3 adults • 2 children

    Took my son for his 13th birthday and Henry was phenomenal! This was our first time Gar fishing and he showed us exactly what was needed to catch one of these enormous fish. Great experience and will book again!

  • Hannah Hoose
    Hannah Hoose
    Repeat angler
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Masterclass in Alligator Gar Fishing

    10 Hour Trip – Day on August 30, 2025 • 3 adults

    Henry is incredibly knowledgeable about the fish and prioritizes ethics and conservation while putting us on lots of huge alligator gar! We had an incredible time and would recommend this trip to anyone!!!

  • Ryan Nichols
    Ryan Nichols
    Repeat angler
    us
    Oklahoma, US
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing Trip

    10 Hour Trip – Day on April 25, 2025 • 3 adults

    The trip was amazing . We caught lots of fish . The guide Henry was super passionate about gar . He was super friendly and knowledgeable about the fish. I would recommend him to anyone wanting to chase alligator gar .

FAQs about CATCHING DINOSAURS Alligator Gar Trinity Riv.

CATCHING DINOSAURS Alligator Gar Trinity Riv. offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $700 per group - 6 Hour Alligator Gar Trip Evening (6 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 6 Hour Alligator Gar Trip Morning (6 hours)
  • US $700 per group - Winter Catfish Gar And Carp Fishing (6 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - 10 Hour Trip – Day (10 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - 10 Hour Trip – Night (10 hours)
When you book a trip with CATCHING DINOSAURS Alligator Gar Trinity Riv., you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
Trips booked with CATCHING DINOSAURS Alligator Gar Trinity Riv. include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
CATCHING DINOSAURS Alligator Gar Trinity Riv. offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing (We fish the trinity river and its coastal estuary's )
  • Lake fishing
CATCHING DINOSAURS Alligator Gar Trinity Riv. offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
Top targeted fish species with CATCHING DINOSAURS Alligator Gar Trinity Riv. include:
  • Alligator Gar

Your operator

Catching Dinosaurs
Catching Dinosaurs
West Livingston, Texas, United States
41 Fishing Reports
21 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since August 2024
Capt. Henry is your guide to an unforgettable fishing adventure in the waters of West Livingston, Texas. Keep your eyes peeled for Alligator Gar and more. Join him for an amazing fishing adventure!
Catching Dinosaurs
Catching Dinosaurs
41
reports
21
reviews
2024
member since
~1h
response
Capt. Henry is your guide to an unforgettable fishing adventure in the waters of West Livingston, Texas. Keep your eyes peeled for Alligator Gar and more. Join him for an amazing fishing adventure!

The fish you can target

Alligator Gar
Alligator Gar
Alligator Gar
Alligator Gar

Real catches by this captain

  • A Northern Pike is being reeled in during a fishing trip, showcasing the excitement of angling on the water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Muskellunge (Musky)
    3 fish over 6 foot and another 10 fish over five foot for the day the bite on bait and lures was red hot today
  • Two anglers proudly displaying a large Sturgeon while fishing in a river, showcasing their successful catch.
    Fish 1
    Alligator Gar
    Chuck K.
    Chuck K.
    My son and I had the pleasure of fishing with Henry yesterday and it was an amazing trip. Caught big Alligator Gar all day using a variety of techniques. All gar released. Lost track of the number of fish we caught. I estimate it was at least 40 that were boated. Henry is super knowledgeable, easy to take instructions from, and is quick to help. I am going to fish with him again for sure.
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Sturgeon while wading in shallow water, showcasing a successful catch during a freshwater fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Alligator Gar
    trophy gar on our trip two days ago, the bite is red hot let’s go catching!
  • Young angler proudly displaying a large Northern Pike caught in a freshwater lake, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Alligator Gar
    Multiple six foot trophy gar and mulitple melanistic gar on yesterdays trip. We also had the largest longnose gar i have ever seen to the boat. The bite is exceptional right now
  • Two adult anglers display a massive alligator gar in shallow river water beside a G3 fishing boat.
    Fish 1
    Alligator Gar
    Xavier S.
    Xavier S.
    This is some of the best fishing I have ever experienced. I was fortunate enough to book a 6 hour trip where my buddy and I caught 3 alligator gar all over 5 feet including a 7 footer roughly 160 lbs. The boat was comfortable, the guiding and knowledge was awesome, and the care for these dinosaurs was great too. It was an all-around great day and I appreciated the communication and flexibility to work around any issues that came up. I will, for sure, be back next time I make it to Texas.
  • A young angler proudly displaying a large Northern Pike while fishing on a calm lake.
    Fish 1
    Alligator Gar
    Had a Dad and son come to target alligator gar below the spillway we landed over 50 feet of gar during our half day trip on bait and lures most of our fish were over five foot long. Gar season is offically here lets go catching dinosaurs!
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Northern Pike while seated in a SeaArk boat, with a dam visible in the background.
    Fish 1
    Alligator Gar
    Matt B.
    Matt B.
    Henry is a wealth of information. A natural resource himself who can talk as nauseam about one of the oldest, coolest, misunderstood species of fish on the planet while you catch them. Heroic guide!
  • Angler carefully handling a large fish while wading in shallow waters, showcasing a catch during a fly fishing session.
    Fish 1
    Alligator Gar
    Landed a really nice alligator gar on a fly rod during last nights evening trip the bite is on fire right now gar season is officially here Lets go catching!
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Catfish while fishing from a boat, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Alligator Gar
    Caught an army of big blue catfish today and a couple of big gar sprinkled in with then.
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Northern Pike while fishing from a small boat in a river.
    Fish 1
    Alligator Gar
    Landed over 30 catfish up to 30 pounds and several big gar on our half day winter trip at the dam. The bite has stayed red hot all winter.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
3 persons
Boat length
18 ft
Year built
2024
Boat manufacturer
SeaArk
Boat type
Aluminum fishing
Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 80HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
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
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 not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
Children are welcome provided they are older than 5 years of age and have properly fitted lifejackets
Catch and release mandatory
All gar species will be caught with the most conservation minded terminal tackle possible and will be returned to the water alive.

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
 Visa
 Mastercard
 American Express
 PayPal
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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