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John Bolton

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Captain
John Bolton

Member since July 2019 Livingston, United States

Background: I have been fishing on Lake Livingston for 40 years now and in that time, I've gotten to know the area like the back of my hand. If the fish are biting, I will find them. I love nothing more than sharing my passion for fishing and the outdoors with everyone. I enjoy being around people, teaching them how to fish, and showing them the beauty that Lake Livingston has to offer.

Hey, I'm Captain John Bolton

Livingston, United States

Background: I have been fishing on Lake Livingston for 40 years now and in that time, I've gotten to know the area like the back of my hand. If the fish are biting, I will find them. I love nothing more than sharing my passion for fishing and the outdoors with everyone. I enjoy being around people, teaching them how to fish, and showing them the beauty that Lake Livingston has to offer.

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My Charter Listing

Lake Livingston Texas Guide Services

4.7 / 5

(147 reviews)

4.7 / 5

(147 reviews)

Livingston • 22 ft • 4 persons

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Trips from US $350

Fishing Reports

Fishing again

Jul 8, 2025 Livingston

Been a rough year. Had a family tragedy. Had two shoulder surgeries. Been up and running the last two weeks. White bass are biting. Book a trip and lets catch some fish. Captain John.

2 great trips today!

Jun 12, 2020 Livingston

Catching limits this afternoon!

Fishing report

Jun 6, 2020 Livingston

White bass are biting really good right now!!!!!! Catching limits !!!!

Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.7 / 5

out of 5 stars from 147 reviews

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Boat

4.7 / 5

Crew

4.8 / 5

Experience

4.7 / 5

Photos & videos by reviewers (78)

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Angler rating

5 stars		122
4 stars		10
3 stars		4
2 stars		3
1 star		2

Anglers claimed

Good experience
	94%
Friendly captain
	98%
Recommend this charter
	91%
Appropriate for children
	97%
Satisfied with the boat
	98%
Caught fish
	94%

Appropriate for children
	97%
Satisfied with the boat
	98%
Caught fish
	94%

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Thomas H.

Houston, TX

3.0 / 5

Experience:

3.0 / 5

Boat

3.0 / 5

Crew

3.0 / 5

Overall

July fishing trip

VERIFIED Half Day Trip (AM) on July 19, 2020

Thomas H.

Houston, TX

3.0 / 5

Jul 19, 2020

Half Day Trip (AM)

July fishing trip

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Thomas H. recommends Lake Livingston Texas Guide Services

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John Bolton (The Captain)

Replied on July 20, 2020

Ty Thomas. Enjoyed fishing with y’all. Ty. Captain John

John Bolton (The Captain)

Replied on July 20, 2020

Ty Thomas. Enjoyed fishing with y’all. Ty. Captain John

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Chuck F.

United States

2.3 / 5

Experience:

2.0 / 5

Boat

3.0 / 5

Crew

2.0 / 5

Overall

March fishing trip

VERIFIED Half Day Trip (AM) on March 13, 2021

Chuck F.

United States

2.3 / 5

Mar 13, 2021

Half Day Trip (AM)

We asked for a trip to fish for hydrid stripes. We were taken to fish for Crappie. We did catch a few white bass. I wanted to learn to fish for stripes. Nice kid but my advice give your customer what they ask for. I could have taken my own boat to crappie fish.

We asked for a trip to fish for hydrid stripes. We were taken to fish for Crappie. We did catch a few white bass. I wanted...

Chuck F. does not recommend Lake Livingston Texas Guide Services

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John Bolton (The Captain)

Replied on March 15, 2021

Ty for booking with us and for the advice. Usually this time of year the hybrids are up in the creeks with the whites spawning. Striper fishing has been tough the last couple of years due all the rain and all gates being open. Walker tried to put you on fish to catch. Again ty. Captain John.

John Bolton (The Captain)

Replied on March 15, 2021

Captain replied

Bill W.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED Trip was supposed to happen on November 7, 2023

Bill W.

Nov 7, 2023

The captain canceled

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The charter operator canceled 3 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.

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1 person finds this review helpful

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Jim G.

United States

1.3 / 5

Experience:

1.0 / 5

Boat

2.0 / 5

Crew

1.0 / 5

Overall

1/2 day with Captain Walker. He said gas gauge broken.

VERIFIED Half Day Trip (AM) on July 30, 2021

Jim G.

United States

1.3 / 5

Jul 30, 2021

Half Day Trip (AM)

1/2 day with Captain Walker. He said gas gauge broken.

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Captain ran out of GAS! Last hour was spent trolling across the lake. After an hour with my 70 year old self and 12yr old grandchild i demanded HELP. The captain offered a Replacement trip at another time. I said no. He offered a $100 bill for a $375 trip. I said “thats a start””. We were transferred to another boat and rescued. I want a full refund off the price.

Captain ran out of GAS! Last hour was spent trolling across the lake. After an hour with my 70 year old self and 12yr old...

Jim G. does not recommend Lake Livingston Texas Guide Services

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John Bolton (The Captain)

Replied on July 31, 2021

Mr. Gibson I’m sorry for your for what happened. The Captain did not run out of gas. The Captain was able to contact someone which got y’all to shore. He tried to offer you another booking for your inconvenience. He had to be towed in. We then had a boat dealership look at the engine and discovered the power pack had an electrical issue why the engine would not run. This is the first time we have had any issues. Ty Captain John.

John Bolton (The Captain)

Replied on July 31, 2021

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Crystal M.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED Trip was supposed to happen on June 22, 2024

Crystal M.

Jun 22, 2024

The captain canceled

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The charter operator canceled 97 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.

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The captain canceled

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1/2 day with Captain Walker. He said gas gauge broken.

1/2 day with Captain Walker. He said gas gauge broken.

The captain canceled

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