Be at one with nature in the peaceful surroundings of Lake Belton. T.C. Fishing Guide Service offers excellent fishing opportunities in central Texas, specializing in catching Hybrid Striper and White Bass. Your trip will be led by Captain Tommy Cochran, a highly knowledgeable local angler who loves nothing more than teaching his tried and true techniques for catching these fish.
Take a trip with Tommy, and you will be fishing from a very spacious 22’ Blue Wave center console, giving you unrestricted views of the lake and plenty of space to fish and maneuver. Fitted with a 150 HP Evinrude E-Tec engine, as well as an anchoring system and an icebox, this boat is set up to provide you a smooth fishing experience, and has been specifically designed to fish these waters.
Fishing for Hybrid Striped Bass and White Bass in Lake Belton is an unforgettable experience, and all the equipment and lures you need for a productive and enjoyable trip are provided. Capt. Tommy will be at hand to help you troll, jig, or spin as you attempt to reel ‘em in.
This picturesque lake is located near Fort Hood and is easily accessible from Austin. Lodging is available in the nearby cities of Belton and Temple.
The peak fishing season is mid-February through May, although fishing can be very good year-round. Whatever the season, you’ll be in for a treat, with Capt. Tommy committed to looking after you and providing you with a great time.
T.C. Fishing Guide Service invites you to give Tommy a call – let’s go fishing!
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Tommy Cochran
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Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Caught fish
97%
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4 Hour Trip on March 15, 2025
Took my 13 year old son out to hopefully catch some fish and get him interested in the sport. Beautiful day but extremely windy. The wind limited the areas due to the extreme chop (30mph gusts) but it didn't put a damper on the fishing! Tommy was able to get us consistently hooked up and my son had an absolute blast. We're already planning our next trip and will 100% be fishing with Tommy on our next outing in a month or so.
Took my 13 year old son out to hopefully catch some fish and get him interested in the sport. Beautiful day but extremely windy. The wind limited the areas due to the extreme chop (30mph gusts) but it didn't put a damper on the fishing! Tommy was able to get us consistently hooked up and my son had an absolute blast. We're already planning our next trip and will 100% be fishing with Tommy on our next outing in a month or so.
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4 Hour Trip on July 1, 2025
Tommie was an amazing guide Professional with tremendous knowledge of the lake. Was patient and courteous This 75 year old grandfather who last fished 50 years ago with a worm and bobber felt that Tommie made the 4 hour trip an amazing experience
Tommie was an amazing guide Professional with tremendous knowledge of the lake. Was patient and courteous This 75 year old grandfather who last fished 50 years ago with a worm and bobber felt that Tommie made the 4 hour trip an amazing experience
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4 Hour Trip on June 6, 2025
TC was the absolute best guide! My family of 5 (yes 5!) had 5 lines in the water for about 3 hours straight! Sometimes there were 3 fish on at the same time! TC’s patience along with his knowledge- helped us catch a cooler full of fish!
TC was the absolute best guide! My family of 5 (yes 5!) had 5 lines in the water for about 3 hours straight! Sometimes there were 3 fish on at the same time! TC’s patience along with his knowledge- helped us catch a cooler full of fish!
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4 Hour Trip on May 18, 2025
From start to finish Captain Tommy did an excellent job. Communication were great, his boat and equipment were top notch and he was lots of fun. He was very patient with a new fisherman we had on board, good sense of humor, and a lot of knowledge about the lake, fish and environment. He really knows the lake and worked very hard to get us on fish – and he did! We all highly recommend him.
From start to finish Captain Tommy did an excellent job. Communication were great, his boat and equipment were top notch and he was lots of fun. He was very patient with a new fisherman we had on board, good sense of humor, and a lot of knowledge about the lake, fish and environment. He really knows the lake and worked very hard to get us on fish – and he did! We all highly recommend him.
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4 Hour Trip on April 22, 2025
I decided to surprise my fiancé for his birthday with a fishing trip today. I’ve never really fished before but he’s a fan so I booked a trip with Tommy. He was a wonderful guide and made the entire outing stress free. It was great to just show up with our cooler of waters and just have everything else ready to go. We had a great time and will be sure to book with Tommy again in the future!
I decided to surprise my fiancé for his birthday with a fishing trip today. I’ve never really fished before but he’s a fan so I booked a trip with Tommy. He was a wonderful guide and made the entire outing stress free. It was great to just show up with our cooler of waters and just have everything else ready to go. We had a great time and will be sure to book with Tommy again in the future!
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Belton, Texas, United States
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
Captain Tommy Cochran is a native of Belton, Texas. Ever since he was a young child, he has spent as much time as possible fishing the waters of Belton Lake and the surrounding areas. Passionate about fishing for Hybrid Striper and White Bass, he specializes in using artificial baits. Tommy can think of nothing he'd like to do more than pass on his fine-tuned fishing techniques to other people and play a part in making memories that will last a lifetime.
Lake Fishing
Belton
Light Tackle
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Ice Box
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Catch cleaning & filleting
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.
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Children under the age of 13 must wear a life jacket while in the boat.
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
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:
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T.C. Fishing Guide Service - Updated 2025 Prices