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Phill Hurlbut
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Phill Hurlbut

Little Elm, United States
10+ reviews
Phill's Guide Service is owned and operated by Captain Phill Hurlbut. In addition to fishing, the captain loves meeting different people, teaching them everything he knows, and being outdoors. He prides himself in the level of service he provides and the fact that he's great with kids. Phill also does tournaments for fun.

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Rating

5.0
11 reviews
5.0
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

All reviews (11)

Showing 1 – 5 of 11 reviews
  • David Van Meter
    David Van Meter
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Great outing!!!

    Half Day Trip - AM • 4 adults • 1 child

    I can’t say enough about how great a trip this was! My 6yo grandson’s first time on a boat and fishing except a cane pole excursion or two. Phill started the trip with great detail of boat and emergency procedures should anything occur. There were 4 fishermen on the boat and Phill worked tirelessly to bait and land every fish, and we caught plenty! Phill’s patience with my grandson and keeping his interest up was phenomenal! When we returned Phill and another guide cleaned and bagged the catch. These guys work closely together and advise and help each other throughout the process to insure total satisfaction of all fishing parties. I will take the group out again and know the experience with Captain Phill will already be successful! Our sincere thanks!

    Reported catch:
    White Bass
    Catfish
  • Collin Stranlund
    Collin Stranlund
    Repeat angler
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2020
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Catch!

    Half Day Trip - AM • 4 adults

    Had a great morning half-day trip with Phill. Phill was waiting for us at the boat ramp with the boat in the water stocked full of fresh bait he had just caught, ready to go when we arrived. He briefed us about the boat and the fishing we would be doing and off we went. We were on top of the fish in no time. Phill was attentive to all four of us, jumping from one to the other making sure our hooks had bait and removing the fish that we were continuously reeling up. He has an awesome boat with plenty of room for your whole group. I would recommend Phill for anyone looking for a good fishing experience, whether beginners or seasoned fishers. Can't wait to do it again!

    Reported catch:
    Catfish
    White Bass
    Hybrid Striped Bass
    Response from Captain

    Thank you so much for the review. I really appreciate it and would love to have you guys back again.

  • Doug Mccalib
    Doug Mccalib
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Great fishing experience- the guide was very knowledgeable of best fishing locations.

    PM Workingmans Trip • 2 adults

    I wanted to create a wonderful fishing experience for my son. Phil gave a great experience - I would definitely use his services again:-)

    Reported catch:
    White Bass
    Hybrid Striped Bass
    Striped Bass
  • Luke Graham
    Luke Graham
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2023
    5 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Best family fishing trip in years

    Half Day Trip PM • 3 adults • 1 child

    Family booked Capt Phil and we had a great time! Caught lots of striper, white bass, and hybrids. He's very easy to talk with and patient with the kids. Best family fishing trip we've had in a long time! He will be our guide for any future outings in the Dallas area. Thanks Capt Phil!!

    Reported catch:
    Striped Bass
    White Bass
    Hybrid Striped Bass
    Response from Captain

    Thanks A lot for booking the trip. That was a fun afternoon. I’m glad we got to do some casting and we’re able to use different techniques to get them

  • Heather Ancheta
    Heather Ancheta
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    October fishing trip

    PM Workingmans Trip • 4 adults • 1 child
    Reported catch:
    Striped Bass
    Hybrid Striped Bass

Real catches shared by our community

  • Phill’s Guide Service
    Phill’s Guide ServiceLittle Elm, TX
    Two anglers proudly displaying their catches of Crappie while enjoying a day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Crappie
    Doug M.
    Doug M.
    I wanted to create a wonderful fishing experience for my son. Phil gave a great experience - I would definitely use his services again:-)
  • Phill’s Guide Service
    Phill’s Guide ServiceLittle Elm, TX
    A young boy proudly displays a caught Striped Bass while fishing on a boat, wearing a patriotic life jacket, alongside an adult angler.
    Fish 1
    Hybrid Striped Bass
    David V.
    David V.
    I can’t say enough about how great a trip this was! My 6yo grandson’s first time on a boat and fishing except a cane pole excursion or two. Phill started the trip with great detail of boat and emergency procedures should anything occur. There were 4 fishermen on the boat and Phill worked tirelessly to bait and land every fish, and we caught plenty! Phill’s patience with my grandson and keeping his interest up was phenomenal! When we returned Phill and another guide cleaned and bagged the catch. These guys work closely together and advise and help each other throughout the process to insure total satisfaction of all fishing parties. I will take the group out again and know the experience with Captain Phill will already be successful! Our sincere thanks!
  • Phill’s Guide Service
    Phill’s Guide ServiceLittle Elm, TX
    A variety of striped bass neatly arranged on a table after a successful fishing trip, with a person in the background checking their phone.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Hybrid Striped Bass
    Collin S.
    Collin S.
    Had a great morning half-day trip with Phill. Phill was waiting for us at the boat ramp with the boat in the water stocked full of fresh bait he had just caught, ready to go when we arrived. He briefed us about the boat and the fishing we would be doing and off we went. We were on top of the fish in no time. Phill was attentive to all four of us, jumping from one to the other making sure our hooks had bait and removing the fish that we were continuously reeling up. He has an awesome boat with plenty of room for your whole group. I would recommend Phill for anyone looking for a good fishing experience, whether beginners or seasoned fishers. Can't wait to do it again!
  • Phill’s Guide Service
    Phill’s Guide ServiceLittle Elm, TX
    Young angler proudly holding her first fish aboard a boat, with family fishing in the background.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +2
    Atlantic Croaker
    Kathy T.
    Kathy T.
    We had a great time with Phill. He was very educational & helpful from beginning to end. The kids enjoyed the whole experience, our hands didn’t even get dirty because Phill took care of it ALL. He even will gut & fillet your fish afterwards! Totally worth every penny and will use his service every time. Highly highly recommend!!
  • Phill’s Guide Service
    Phill’s Guide ServiceLittle Elm, TX
    Awesome Morning
    Fish 1
    Crappie
    Mark G.
    Mark G.
    Great morning fishing with Capt Phil. Started slow then he put us right on top of them. He was fantastic at making sure my grandsons catch fish and learned the love of fishing.