Captain
Steve Nixon

Member since May 2017 Canyon Lake, United States
Background
A fourth-generation Texan, Captain Steve was born and raised in San Antonio and he developed a passion for fishing as a child alongside his dad. Years later, he is still expanding his fishing knowledge and skills. Today, with more than 40 years of fishing experience, he does everything he can to provide unforgettable and world-class fishing adventures for you. As a seasoned and professional guide, Captain Steve is always eager to teach guests how to improve their angling skills. Whether teaching children or beginners, his approach is always patient and courteous. When guiding experienced anglers, he is aware that catching is of paramount importance and does everything possible to locate feeding fish. Anglers agree his fishing and hunting adventures are satisfying, educational, and always a memorable experience.
Techniques
Why choose Captain Steve to go fishing with? He offers a 100% satisfaction guarantee on all fishing trips. If you feel he did not do everything possible to make your trip a fun-filled, fish-catching, top-class adventure, he will gladly offer you a full refund! Canyon Lake has Striped Bass, Black Bass, White Bass, and Catfish to fish for. You can catch them by casting, trolling with downriggers, and jigging.

Hey, I'm Captain Steve Nixon

Canyon Lake, United States
Background
A fourth-generation Texan, Captain Steve was born and raised in San Antonio and he developed a passion for fishing as a child alongside his dad. Years later, he is still expanding his fishing knowledge and skills. Today, with more than 40 years of fishing experience, he does everything he can to provide unforgettable and world-class fishing adventures for you. As a seasoned and professional guide, Captain Steve is always eager to teach guests how to improve their angling skills. Whether teaching children or beginners, his approach is always patient and courteous. When guiding experienced anglers, he is aware that catching is of paramount importance and does everything possible to locate feeding fish. Anglers agree his fishing and hunting adventures are satisfying, educational, and always a memorable experience.
Techniques
Why choose Captain Steve to go fishing with? He offers a 100% satisfaction guarantee on all fishing trips. If you feel he did not do everything possible to make your trip a fun-filled, fish-catching, top-class adventure, he will gladly offer you a full refund! Canyon Lake has Striped Bass, Black Bass, White Bass, and Catfish to fish for. You can catch them by casting, trolling with downriggers, and jigging.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(45 reviews)
Canyon Lake
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Trips from US $300

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 45 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (43)
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
91%
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Kim S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on October 10, 2025
The captain was fun, knowledgeable and so helpful with advice to my kids. They have not fished as much as I (obviously, Iโ€™m...
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Doug D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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A great experience

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on October 13, 2025
Captain Steve was a great captain and host.ย  He worked hard to put my grandson and I on fish, had good equipment, and was...
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Micah S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing canyon lake

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on June 29, 2025
It was great to be out on the water. Fishing was still great even though the bite had slow down over the last few weeks. Will...
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Gordon D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with Steve

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on October 7, 2025
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Sue M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on May 28, 2025
Captain Steve is excellent at what he does and provides a great time on the lake.
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