Northern Approach Guide Service 

4.8
(7 reviews)
 723 Acadia Highway, Orland, ME 04472, United States

Northern Approach Guide Service 

Orland, ME, United States
16 ft
3
4.8
(7 reviews)

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Spend the day with Northern Approach Guide Service and see what's biting in Orland! With Maine Guide Elias Allen, you'll have a knowledgeable and experienced guide chasing fish!

Top targets include Salmon, Lake trout, Brook Trout Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Crappie, Chain Pickerel, White Perch, Yellow Perch, and more, depending on the season. On these trips, you can expect to have 4 full hours of fishing experience on a Smokercraft Osprey DLX, great for trolling and casting.

You can bring home some of the fish you catch within size and bag limits.

Families making a day of it will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Customers are encouraged to bring snacks to stay fueled throughout your trip!

You may bring your own fishing poles, but that is not needed as our guide provides All Rods, reels, and tackle are covered by the charter, 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.

You will need to get a local fishing license before the trip. 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 always wise to bring bottled water, sunglasses, and sunscreen (non-spray). If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but you should avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Your trip with Northern Approach Guide Service is just a click away, so why not make it happen?

Spend the day with Northern Approach Guide Service and see what's biting in Orland! With Maine Guide Elias Allen, you'll have a knowledgeable and experienced guide chasing fish!

Top targets include Salmon, Lake trout, Brook Trout Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Crappie, Chain Pickerel, White Perch, Yellow Perch, and more, depending on the season. On these trips, you can expect to have 4 full hours of fishing experience on a Smokercraft Osprey DLX, great for trolling and casting.

You can bring home some of the fish you catch within size and bag limits.

Families making a day of it will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Customers are encouraged to bring snacks to stay fueled throughout your trip!

You may bring your own fishing poles, but that is not needed as our guide provides All Rods, reels, and tackle are covered by the charter, 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.

You will need to get a local fishing license before the trip. 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 always wise to bring bottled water, sunglasses, and sunscreen (non-spray). If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but you should avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Your trip with Northern Approach Guide Service is just a click away, so why not make it happen?

Elias Allen
Captain
Elias Allen
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4 Hour Trip – Guided Fishing trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 7:00 AM, 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM)
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Oct 31
Salmon
Bass (Largemouth)
Crappie
Lake Trout
+5
US $250
Entire boat: 2 people
Full day
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
7 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 7:30 AM, 8:00 AM)
Salmon
Bass (Largemouth)
Crappie
Lake Trout
+5
US $420
Entire boat: 2 people
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4.8
7 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

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Nick Marston
Nick Marston
us
Brooklyn, NY, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
We had a great time!
4 Hour Trip – Guided Fishing trip - 9:00 AM on August 13, 20261 adult2 children

If you like nice, patient, knowledgeable dudes who lead you right to the fish…Well, Elias might be your guy. we caught something like 15 small fish in the first hour. and, frankly, for novices like me and my two kids (ages 14 and 12) that probably would have been fine…but then he gave my oldest enough encouragement and guidance to land two 2.25 lb bass. Amazing. I think he made my son a fisherman…highly recommend!

Reported catch:
Crappie
Yellow Perch
Smallmouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
Christopher Krentz
Christopher Krentz
Repeat angler
us
Chicago, IL, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Serene fishing experience
4 Hour Trip – Guided Fishing trip - 8:00 AM on August 5, 20263 adults

All three of us caught at least one fish (small-mouth bass). Early morning was better than mid-day. The captain was knowledgeable and patient, with a good supply of live bait and lures. The boat was well-maintained and very nice. We had a pleasant morning!

Michael Robertson
Michael Robertson
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2026
4.0
Verified
Memorable fishing trip on a beautiful Maine Lake Silver
Full day on June 16, 20261 adult

The Captain, Elias, was very knowledgeable of local fishing and provided me with a great fishing experience that I'll remember. He was very helpful with keeping the rigs and lines charged and ready to go, trying various lures and also had live bait which worked very well and he moved around enough to where we got to fish most parts of the lake. We caught four nice 2-3 pound bass, several smaller bass, 2 white perch, and a small pickerel. I'd recommend Elias to anyone looking for an affordable day of half day experience.

Reported catch:
Smallmouth Bass
White Perch
Chain Pickerel
Elias Allen
Response from Captain

Thank you Michael

George Rohloff
George Rohloff
Repeat angler
us
Florida, US
Member since 2023
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Excellent Trip
4 Hour Trip – Guided Fishing trip - 9:00 AM on June 10, 20263 adults

captain Elias was fantastic. it was relaxing and exciting at the same time. we caught a ton of fish and great conversations too! would definitely fish with captain Elias again.

Elias Allen
Response from Captain

thank you guys ! it was a pleasure to meet you guys ! hope to hear from you on your next visit to Maine .

Tom Hansen
Tom Hansen
us
Missouri, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Outstanding trip!
4 Hour Trip – Guided Fishing trip - 7:00 AM on June 17, 20262 adults1 child

This was our first time using a guided fish trip and have no regrets. Elisa was an outstanding guide. Thanks. We will be back.

Reported catch:
Smallmouth Bass
Elias Allen
Response from Captain

thank you guys! it was a pleasure

FAQs about Northern Approach Guide Service

Northern Approach Guide Service offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $225 per group, additional US $25 per person after 1 guest - 4 Hour Trip – Guided Fishing trip (4 hours)
  • US $225 per group, additional US $25 per person after 1 guest - 4 Hour Trip – Guided Fishing trip - 10:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $225 per group, additional US $25 per person after 1 guest - 4 Hour Trip – Guided Fishing trip - 7:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $225 per group, additional US $25 per person after 1 guest - 4 Hour Trip – Guided Fishing trip - 8:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $225 per group, additional US $25 per person after 1 guest - 4 Hour Trip – Guided Fishing trip - 9:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $20 per person after 1 guest - Full day (7 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $20 per person after 1 guest - Full day - 7:30 AM (7 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $20 per person after 1 guest - Full day - 8:00 AM (7 hours)
When you book a trip with Northern Approach Guide Service, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well Bait used for bass fishing
Trips booked with Northern Approach Guide Service include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Live bait is included in the fishing trip if used )
  • Lures
  • Drinks (Waters will be included )
Northern Approach Guide Service offers the following type of fishing:
  • Lake fishing
Northern Approach Guide Service offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift fishing
  • Ice fishing (Ice fishing available come winter !!!)
Top targeted fish species with Northern Approach Guide Service include:
  • Bass (Largemouth)
  • Bass (Smallmouth)
  • Brook Trout
  • Chain Pickerel
  • Crappie
  • Lake Trout
  • Perch (White)
  • Perch (Yellow)
  • Salmon

Your captain

Elias Allen
Elias Allen

Orland, Maine, United States

ID & license verified
7 Customer reviews
Typical response within 12 hours
Member since September 2025

I've been an avid fisherman for over 10 years. Using different techniques to perfect my fishing trips. I love sharing information and tips with my clients.

Elias Allen
Elias Allen
Fully verified
7
reviews
2025
member since
~12h
response
I've been an avid fisherman for over 10 years. Using different techniques to perfect my fishing trips. I love sharing information and tips with my clients.

The fish you can target

Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass
Brook Trout
Brook Trout
Chain Pickerel
Chain Pickerel
Crappie
Crappie
Lake Trout
Lake Trout
White Perch
White Perch
Yellow Perch
Yellow Perch
Salmon
Salmon
Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass
Brook Trout
Brook Trout
Chain Pickerel
Chain Pickerel
Crappie
Crappie

Real catches by this captain

  • Great Quick Trip
    Laurayne P.
    Laurayne P.
  • Outstanding trip!
    Tom H.
    Tom H.
  • Memorable fishing trip on a beautiful Maine Lake Silver
    Mike R.
    Mike R.
  • Excellent Trip
    George R.
    George R.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
3 persons
Boat length
16 ft
Year built
2002
Boat manufacturer
2002 Smoker Craft Ospery DLX
Boat type
Aluminum fishing
Engine model
Johnson
Powered by
1 x 70HP
Max cruising speed
25 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Drift Fishing
Ice Fishing
Ice fishing available come winter !!!

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Bait used for bass fishing
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Live bait is included in the fishing trip if used
Lures
Drinks
Waters will be included

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 not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
Kids are welcome i have life jackets for younger ages
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed
Catch and release mandatory
Unless asked to keep fish

How you can pay

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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

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