Topwater Guide Service
Topwater Guide Service is a freshwater fishing charter that provides fishing trips in Maine during the entire year. Captain Dana Connon is a native Mainer and will be happy to show you everything that the local rivers and lakes have to offer.
You will be fishing aboard an 18’ Stratos bass boat that’s powered by a 150 HP Johnson engine, making it capable of developing a maximum cruising speed of an impressive 48 knots. The boat has enough space for two prospective anglers to be fishing in comfort and is equipped with all the necessary safety and navigation gear necessary for a proper trip.
Captain Dana specializes in Bass and Pike fishing but will be happy to seek out game fish if that’s your thing. A standard trip involves fishing for Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass and Northern Pike on light tackle. Winter months provide an opportunity to go ice fishing, which can be very interesting if you’ve never tried it before.
The price of a trip includes rods, reels, and terminal tackle, as well as drinks, snacks, and even lunch on full day trips. You will need to bring a valid Main fishing license, which can also be found online. Other than that, bring a pair of sunglasses, a camera, and you’re all set for an adventure in Maine’s rich waters.
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (8)
+5Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
88%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
92%
Caught fish
100%
Jul 8, 2025
Half Day Trip
On fish from the start
We caught fish from the beginning of the trip to the last cast. It was a blast.
We caught fish from the beginning of the trip to the last cast. It was a blast.
Jul 11, 2025
The captain canceled
The charter operator canceled 1 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
Captain replied
Aug 28, 2023
Half Day Trip
Fishing with Dana
Dana sure knew where the pike were . I caught 5 good sized ones and my son caught 9. Fun day on the water . Ask for Dana , he will do you right .
Dana sure knew where the pike were . I caught 5 good sized ones and my son caught 9. Fun day on the water . Ask for Dana , he...
Gatesville, TX
Jun 2, 2022
Half Day Trip
June 2022
Dana was awesome and very helpful! We had a great time!
Dana was awesome and very helpful! We had a great time!
Greensburg, IN
Jul 1, 2021
Half Day Trip
Half day trip with Dana.
Extremely nice guy, great equipment and a nice boat. Took me to a spot that produced a fish on third cast. Just lucky I am sure but I believe Dana knew his stuff. Enjoyed every minute of My trip
Extremely nice guy, great equipment and a nice boat. Took me to a spot that produced a fish on third cast. Just lucky I am...
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (8)
+5Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
88%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
92%
Caught fish
100%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
On fish from the start
Half Day Trip on July 8, 2025
We caught fish from the beginning of the trip to the last cast. It was a blast.
We caught fish from the beginning of the trip to the last cast. It was a blast.
The captain canceled
Trip was supposed to happen on July 11, 2025
The charter operator canceled 1 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Fishing with Dana
Half Day Trip on August 28, 2023
Dana sure knew where the pike were . I caught 5 good sized ones and my son caught 9. Fun day on the water . Ask for Dana , he will do you right .
Dana sure knew where the pike were . I caught 5 good sized ones and my son caught 9. Fun day on the water . Ask for Dana , he will do you right .
Gatesville, TX
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
June 2022
Half Day Trip on June 2, 2022
Dana was awesome and very helpful! We had a great time!
Dana was awesome and very helpful! We had a great time!
Greensburg, IN
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Half day trip with Dana.
Half Day Trip on July 1, 2021
Extremely nice guy, great equipment and a nice boat. Took me to a spot that produced a fish on third cast. Just lucky I am sure but I believe Dana knew his stuff. Enjoyed every minute of My trip
Extremely nice guy, great equipment and a nice boat. Took me to a spot that produced a fish on third cast. Just lucky I am sure but I believe Dana knew his stuff. Enjoyed every minute of My trip
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