Captain
Dirk Champlin

Member since August 2023 Platter, United States
Background
I went to school to be a game warden and started fishing when I was 5 years old. In the late 80's early 90's I opened up my Guide service on Lake Texoma for Striped Bass.
Techniques
Striped Bass, and Catfish

Hey, I'm Captain Dirk Champlin

Platter, United States
Background
I went to school to be a game warden and started fishing when I was 5 years old. In the late 80's early 90's I opened up my Guide service on Lake Texoma for Striped Bass.
Techniques
Striped Bass, and Catfish
62
Reviews
15
Fishing Reports

My Charter Listing

Louie's Lures Guide Service – Lake Texoma

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(62 reviews)
Platter
 3 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $125

Fishing Reports

Big Fish Time
Big Fish Time
Jul 1, 2025 Platter
As the lake continues to come down and water temperatures rise due to the summer heat the fish have gone into their summer patterns. With this Louie’s Lures Guide Service has been right with them. We never left the lake for greener pastures during the flooding and by doing that we’re having a great time putting our customers on the bigger fish. June and July have always been our big fish mouths we lost part of June due to water levels but it’s right where it needs to be now come join the action. While it’s still nice and before it gets to hot.
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Weather getting hoter
Weather getting hoter
Jun 30, 2025 Platter
Last few days have been hot. The Stripers have went into the summer pattern but we can still catch them. Numbers might be less but the sizes are good. The last two trips have produced good size fish.
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Weather getting hoter
Weather getting hoter
Jun 30, 2025 Platter
Last few days have been hot. The Stripers have went into the summer pattern but we can still catch them. Numbers might be less but the sizes are good. The last two trips have produced good size fish.
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Lake Texoma Flooded Fishing
Lake Texoma Flooded Fishing
Jun 16, 2025 Platter
It has been awhile since I have put a report out. We have been so busy fishing have not really taken the time but I will try and get better at it. Every one is saying Lake Texoma Fishing is not very good, with the flooding of the lake. We here at Louie's Lures Guide Service Lake Texoma never stopped fishing. some Trips where better than others but we always put fish in the boat. Now that the water levels are coming down the fishing is indeed getting better and we know where they are. Here are some pictures of out last trips.
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Another windy day
Another windy day
Apr 18, 2025 Platter
We started out trying to stay out of the wind but the only thing hiding from it with us was smaller fish. So after moving 4 times we found the bigger fish.
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Perfect Cool Dead Sticking Day
Perfect Cool Dead Sticking Day
Dec 1, 2024 Platter
It started out kind of chilly but it did warm up. The fishing is hot and only going to get hotter. The bet on the boat was first, biggest, and most like always. Well I told the Guys she was going to out fish them. It took her a bit and she didn't catch the first one but when she figured it out she caught the most and biggest. Dead Sticking is heating up water Temperatures are starting to get in the 50's so come join us on the water. It never stays cold for very long and we have beautiful days on the water. If you are looking for a great Christmas Gift here it is book today.
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 62 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (227)
Fishing with Dirk
Fishing with Dirk
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
95%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
100%
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Neil L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Good outing under tough circumstances

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Standard Striped Bass on May 18, 2025
Today was our second time in two years to go fishing with Dirk on Lake Texoma. The conditions today were challenging since...
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Melissa B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Striper Fishing with Captain Dirk

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Standard Striped Bass on May 21, 2025
Captain Dirk is The Man !!!  My Husband and I had a really great time ! Captain Dirk went above and beyond to make a fun time....
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Marc K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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A fantastic trip!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Standard Striped Bass on June 25, 2025
My son and I went out with Captain Dirk. We are both novice fishermen but Captain Dirk took care of us. He hustled to make...
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Jacquie P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Captain Dirk goes above and beyond!

VERIFIED   Spring Striper Guided Fishing Trip on May 9, 2025
The lake was up and dirty and it was a tough day to fish. Captain Dirk did everything he could to get us on some fish. We wound...
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Kennedy P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Birthday Trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Standard Striped Bass on March 16, 2025
We had an amazing time on our guide celebrating my 11-year-old’s birthday! It was a perfect mix of fun and learning. Captain...
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