Bryan Badock
Captain

Bryan Badock

Branson, United States
50+ reviews
Growing up in the St. Louis area, I would take any and all opportunities I could to go fish bigger lakes that my area did not offer. As I got to college I fished for the university of Missouri's bass fishing team, traveling around the country fishing tournaments. When I graduated I decided to move to table rock lake and begin my career as a fishing guide. I wake up with a smile on my face being able to do what I love and share my knowledge to help create lasting memories for those wanting to fish. I pride myself on providing the best guide trips for my customers that I can whether they have never caught a fish before or are a seasoned tournament angler. Come on out and fish with me and we will have a great time!

Charter

Rating

5.0
89 reviews
5.0
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

98%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish

All reviews (89)

Showing 15 of 89 reviews
  • Matthew Macon
    Matthew Macon
    Repeat angler
    us
    Missouri, US
    Member since 2018
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Just hire him! Great guide!

    3 Hour Table Rock - 12:00 PM3 adults

    We had an unforgettable trip with Captain Brian today. From the moment we stepped onto his clean, comfortable boat, we knew we were in good hands. He kept us on fish for the entire three-hour trip and worked hard to make sure everyone had a great time. The biggest reason we booked this trip was because my wife’s dad, Bob, has Alzheimer’s, and there was one fish left on his bucket list—a walleye. We had already been told by several other guides that finding one just wasn’t likely. Brian didn’t make empty promises. He simply smiled and said, “I’ll give it hell. I know where they should be.” Sure enough, today we watched Bob catch a beautiful walleye. Seeing the excitement on his face was something our family will never forget. Those memories become even more meaningful when someone you love is living with Alzheimer’s, and Captain Brian understood how important this was to us. He made it happen through hard work, experience, and determination. If you’re looking for a knowledgeable guide who puts in the effort and truly cares about giving his clients a memorable experience, Captain Brian is the one to book. Thank you for helping us create a memory our family will treasure forever.

    Reported catch:
    Largemouth Bass
    Walleye
    Smallmouth Bass
    Spotted Bass
    Response from Captain

    Thank you matt! I appreciate you giys coning out and glad i could be apart of this experience!

  • Chris Ervin
    Chris Ervin
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Capt Badock is amazing

    4 Hour Trip – Table Rock (11 AM)2 adults

    Before even booking Bryan has made himself 100% available for any questions text or call. That in itself already exceeded expectations. The weather leading up to the trip wasn't looking great but Bryan worked with it and around it even though it was Easter weekend. The prespawn made fish not want to fully commit at times but Bryans knowledge and persistence ultimately got us both hooked up on PB spotted bass and smallmouth. If I could give 1000 stars I would. We will definitely be using Bryan again. Thank You from Texas

    Reported catch:
    Spotted Bass
    Smallmouth Bass
    Response from Captain

    thank you for the great review! I appreciate it much! and looking forward to getting you guys on some walleye next trip!

  • David Jessup
    David Jessup
    us
    Louisiana, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Fishing

    6 Hour Trip – Table Rock2 adults

    Captain Bryan Badock was fantastic! He is very professional, helpful and courteous. Within minutes of our first stop, we had fish in the boat, and this repeated at every additional stop. Caught small mouth, large mouth, and spotted bass, and Goggle Eye. We had a huge "surprise" fish that drug the boat around for about 15 minutes before we could finally see it, a 28.15 pound Carp (see photos). When we come back to Branson, we'll be signing up for another fishing trip with Bryan!

    Reported catch:
    Largemouth Bass
    Smallmouth Bass
    Spotted Bass
    Response from Captain

    thank you for the great review! lookjng forward to seeing you guys next time!

  • Jerald Howes
    Jerald Howes
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Experience

    6 Hour Trip – Table Rock - 7:00 AM6 adults1 child

    Fishing Captain Bryan was an all around great experience with exceptional service and knowledge. Great with our 7 year old, 2 teenagers and 3 men. All of us with various fishing skills. Clean and comfortable boat. Captain Byran was in good contact with us prior to trip. Never had to wonder what was happening. Guided us to a pick up location so did not have to spend hours on the water to the perfect spot. Definitely recommend Badock's Guide Service.

    Response from Captain

    thank you guys!

  • Billy Heim
    Billy Heim
    Repeat angler
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2023
    5 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Bryan

    3 Hour Taneycomo Trout5 adults

    Had a great trip once again with captain Bryan. He put us right on the fish over and over he was a great captain for both our back to back charters we planned! Would definitely recommend Captain Bryan if your in the Branson Mo, area great Captain very knowledgeable and great for a conversation. would definitely plan another charter in tge future if we come back to Branson

    Reported catch:
    Walleye
    Spotted Bass
    Catfish
    Response from Captain

    thanks Billy! I appreciate your business!

Real catches shared by our community

  • Badock’s Guide Service
    Badock’s Guide ServiceBranson, MO
    An incredible trip
    Julianne A.
    Julianne A.
  • Badock’s Guide Service
    Badock’s Guide ServiceBranson, MO
    Great trip, would definitwly recommend!
    Rylan Z.
    Rylan Z.
  • Badock’s Guide Service
    Badock’s Guide ServiceBranson, MO
    Fishing with Bryan
    Joe U.
    Joe U.
  • Badock’s Guide Service
    Badock’s Guide ServiceBranson, MO
    Family Outing
    Robert S.
    Robert S.
  • Badock’s Guide Service
    Badock’s Guide ServiceBranson, MO
    Just hire him! Great guide!
    Matthew M.
    Matthew M.
  • Badock’s Guide Service
    Badock’s Guide ServiceBranson, MO
    So fun!
    David B.
    David B.
  • Badock’s Guide Service
    Badock’s Guide ServiceBranson, MO
    Great Experience
    Jerald H.
    Jerald H.
  • Badock’s Guide Service
    Badock’s Guide ServiceBranson, MO
    Amazing Teip
    Brock H.
    Brock H.
  • Badock’s Guide Service
    Badock’s Guide ServiceBranson, MO
     We caught a lot of nice bass.
    Casey P.
    Casey P.
  • Badock’s Guide Service
    Badock’s Guide ServiceBranson, MO
    Huge Boys Day Success!
    Kerri M.
    Kerri M.

What's biting with Badock’s Guide Service in Branson

The water temperatures are usually in the low-to-mid-eighties this time of year. Expect the shallow bite to become more consistent as the weeks come and go.

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