Captain
Zachary Horrocks

Member since May 2024 Lake Placid, United States
Background
Zac Horrocks of Horrocks Outfitting is a seventh generation Adirondack guide who has been fishing the waters of the Adirondacks for over 30 years. He began his guiding career in 2006, gaining his USCG captain’s license in 2014. Zac has been guiding clients from all over the world on some of the finest light tackle and fly fishing available. He’s fished the world over and has returned to one of the best resources on earth. Clients in the Adirondacks will access the lakes and backcountry waters from a 22 ft Pathfinder, stocked with everything needed to enjoy a day on the water.

Hey, I'm Captain Zachary Horrocks

Lake Placid, United States
Background
Zac Horrocks of Horrocks Outfitting is a seventh generation Adirondack guide who has been fishing the waters of the Adirondacks for over 30 years. He began his guiding career in 2006, gaining his USCG captain’s license in 2014. Zac has been guiding clients from all over the world on some of the finest light tackle and fly fishing available. He’s fished the world over and has returned to one of the best resources on earth. Clients in the Adirondacks will access the lakes and backcountry waters from a 22 ft Pathfinder, stocked with everything needed to enjoy a day on the water.
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
(78 reviews)
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Lake Placid
Trips from US $350

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Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 78 reviews
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Excellent
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Experience
Excellent
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John B.
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Great ADK fishing guide

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip โ€“ Saranac/Oseetah (PM) on August 24, 2025
We had a great day out with Zac, fishing for bass and pike on the lakes around Saranac.ย  He is a professional, well-organized...
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Margaret M.
Excellent
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Fish, Laughs and Memories for a Lifetime

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip โ€“ Lake Placid (PM) on August 10, 2025
We had an amazing day out on Lake Placid with Captain Zac! We brought three kids (15, 12, and 5) and from start to finish,...
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Marla C.
Excellent
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Great fishing trip!

VERIFIED   NEW  2 Hour Mid-Day Trip โ€“ Lake Placid on August 6, 2025
We canโ€™t say enough positive things about our trip with Captain Zac. His knowledge of the area and extensive fishing experience...
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Nathan S.
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A Great Time with Capt. Zac

VERIFIED   2 Hour Mid-Day Trip โ€“ Lake Placid on August 4, 2025
I booked a fishing outing with Zac Horrocks for my family during our stay in Lake Placid and we could not have been happier...
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Mo R.
Excellent
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Amazing Guide and Trip

VERIFIED   2 Hour Mid-Day Trip โ€“ Lake Placid on July 3, 2025
We had a fantastic trip with Zac. His knowledge of Lake Placid and fishing more generally was immediately apparent as soon...
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