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Patrick O'connell
Patrick O'connell
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified

Captain Dave is the man!

2 Hour Trip - afternoon2 adults

Dave reminds me a lot of your favorite fishing uncle. He knows the river, he knows the fish, he has the equipment and youre going to catch fish. We showed up, got on the river and within minutes we were hooked up and fish were in the net. Dave is easy going and great conversation, but more importantly very knowledgeable. I learned a few tricks just watching him work, let alone what he was generous enough to share with us. The whole experience was made easy and fun, he took care of everything so that you always had a rod in hand focusing solely on fishing.

Reported Catch
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Response from Captain

Thank you guys hurry back soon

Dave's Guide Service
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Dave's Guide Service

Branson
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Free cancellation
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US $225

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Dave's Guide Service
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4.9
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22 ft
Group size 1 - 5
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4 hour trip • 5 persons
US $395

Rating

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

What anglers say

  • 99%
    Great experience
  • 98%
    Family friendly
  • 100%
    Friendly captain
  • 100%
    Good boat
  • 99%
    Recommended
  • 97%
    Caught fish

All reviews (468)

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  • Samuel Merritt
    Samuel Merritt
    us
    Nebraska, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    A great time

    Evening trip • 5 adults • 3 children

    Our fishing trip was an amazing experience! We all had a great time and everyone caught rainbow trout. Our guide Captain Dave took us to the perfect spot and showed us exactly how to catch them, which made all the difference. Seeing my son and grandkids catch fish they had never caught before—and watching how happy and excited they were—meant a lot to me. It truly made the whole trip special. A big thank you to our guide Captain Dave for making it such a memorable day. I would definitely use him again every time we go!

    Reported Catch
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Response from Captain

    thank you Samuel hurry back with the whole crew soon.

  • John Frantz
    John Frantz
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    I’m 78 years old. been on many fishing trips. this was absolutely the best one ever.

    Half Day Trip (AM) • 5 adults

    Dave was a great host. just one of those good ole boys you occasionally run across. i never touched any bait or any fish he kept me going like I was a king. There were five of us, my son, son-in-law, and two of my granddsons. Great equipment. Great boat. Well done Dave! We caught 29 Rainbow Trout in four hours! All keepers. if you fish Branson hook up with Dave! John Frantz Hartley Texas

    Response from Captain

    thank you John hope to see you all again soon .

  • Casey Stump
    Casey Stump
    us
    Missouri, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fantastic trout fishing trip!

    Half Day Trip (AM) • 2 adults

    Dave was a great fishing guide to hire. We will be back. We caught trout for all 4 hours. He knew the right spots, all the regulations, and exactly how to catch them. We always had a line in the water because he kept a pole ready for us when a snag broke the line. He cleaned the fish for us and even told us the best way to cook them. It was a great day out on the water!

    Reported Catch
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Brown Trout
    Response from Captain

    thank you guys hurry back anytime

  • William Hadley
    William Hadley
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Captain Dave is the Only Guide You Need

    Half Day Trip (AM) • 2 adults

    We had an incredible day with Captain Dave. The morning was light, and we were flexible, so Captain Dave suggested we split our day. We could fish the run after the CoE released water from the dam. We easily caught 15 rainbows during the second session. It was fantastic, and Captain Dave was down-to-earth, friendly, and knowledgeable. I definitely recommend Captain Dave.

    Reported Catch
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Response from Captain

    thank you guys hurry back soon.

  • Thomas Quade
    Thomas Quade
    Repeat angler
    us
    Missouri, US
    Member since 2020
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    We had a great time.

    Half Day Trip (AM) • 2 adults

    We caught many nice rainbows and enjoyed Dave’s guidance, helping my wife with resetting bait and generally had a good time. Floating with the current below the dam we saw bald eagles, herons and many other birds, as well as the general beauty of the steep mountain side slope above the water. Dogwoods were in bloom. It was a very nice day!

    Response from Captain

    thank you tom hurry back soon.