Charter Operator
Tahoe Sportfishing

Member since July 2024 South Lake Tahoe, United States
Background
Dean Lockwood was the original owner and John Shearer began working for him as a fishing deckhand in 1990. Dean taught Captain John the ways to fish in Lake Tahoe. Captain John and his wife Shannon later purchased the company in 1997.
Techniques
The crew will demonstrate techniques such as trolling, jigging, and mooching.

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South Lake Tahoe, United States
Background
Dean Lockwood was the original owner and John Shearer began working for him as a fishing deckhand in 1990. Dean taught Captain John the ways to fish in Lake Tahoe. Captain John and his wife Shannon later purchased the company in 1997.
Techniques
The crew will demonstrate techniques such as trolling, jigging, and mooching.
Our Team
Zach S.
Captain

My Charter Listings

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(55 reviews)
South Lake Tahoe
 Last booking: 14 hours ago
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Trips from US $180
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4.9 / 5
(20 reviews)
South Lake Tahoe
 Last booking: 8 hours ago
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Trips from US $180
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(2 reviews)
South Lake Tahoe
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Trips from US $2,100

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 76 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
92%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
91%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
95%
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Walter D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Best Fishing Trip Ever

VERIFIED   5 Hour Shared APR/MAY 7AM on April 14, 2025
Brought my family to Lake Tahoe on spring break vacation, had lots of fun from riding the mid-day ferry MS Dexie and having...
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Kristin T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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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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Memorable experience!

VERIFIED   Half Day Private Trip NOV-MAR 12.30 on March 22, 2025
We booked a private trip for a group of 18/19 year old hockey players who wanted to do something fun while also enjoying the...
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Frank V.
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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Perfect day on the Lake!

VERIFIED   5 Hour Shared JUN/SEP1 6AM on July 17, 2025
Captain James and Channing were Awesome! Went out with my Family watching the sunrise on the lake hoping to catch some...
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Luke B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Amazing!

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Shared SEP/OCT 1PM on September 12, 2025
Was one the best fishing excursions Iโ€™ve been on. It was a combo of the captains and meeting new friends. They were patient,...
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Timothy K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Come Ready to Fish!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Shared JUN/SEP 12PM on August 5, 2025
Captain James and first mate Chandler led a fun-filled fishing trip!ย  Each fisherman caught at least one fish and we had about...
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