Expert Angling Guide Service

Full Day Fishing Trip – 8-Hour  ($650)

Lake of the ozarks guided fishing trips

Expert Angling Guide Service

Full Day Fishing Trip – 8-Hour  ($650)

Lake of the ozarks guided fishing trips

Your Complete Full Day Fishing Experience

full day fishing trip
full day fishing trip

If you’re ready to spend an entire day on the water, our full day fishing trip is designed to give you the time, space, and guidance you need to make it unforgettable. With 8 hours on the lake, you’ll have the opportunity to fish multiple locations, target a variety of species, and learn new techniques — all while enjoying the comfort of a guided trip with everything provided.

Whether you’re an experienced angler looking to maximize your time or a beginner wanting to truly immerse yourself in fishing, a full day trip allows you to relax, explore, and fish at your own pace.

The Ultimate Full-Day Fishing Adventure for Dedicated Anglers

full day fishing trip
full day fishing trip

If you’re ready to spend an entire day on the water, our full day fishing trip is designed to give you the time, space, and guidance you need to make it unforgettable. With 8 hours on the lake, you’ll have the opportunity to fish multiple locations, target a variety of species, and learn new techniques — all while enjoying the comfort of a guided trip with everything provided.

Whether you’re an experienced angler looking to maximize your time or a beginner wanting to truly immerse yourself in fishing, a full day trip allows you to relax, explore, and fish at your own pace.

Book Your Full Day Fishing Trip Today

Book Your Full Day Fishing Trip Today

Spots fill quickly, especially during peak fishing seasons. If you’re ready for a full day fishing trip on the water, complete with expert guidance, quality gear, and the freedom to explore multiple fishing opportunities, reserve your date today.

What’s Included in Your Full Day Fishing Trip

We provide all the essentials so you can focus on fishing and fun:

  • All rods, reels, and tackle – Top-quality gear ready to go, plus bait included at no extra charge.

  • Snacks, drinks, and lunch – Stay energized throughout the day with food and beverages provided.

  • Safety equipment – Life jackets, first aid kit, and all required safety gear for peace of mind.

  • Fish cleaning and packaging – Keep your catfish, crappie, and white bass, cleaned and ready to take home. (Bass fishing is catch-and-release only.)

  • Flexible pickup options – Launch from Public Beach 2, another public ramp, or even a private dock if arranged in advance.

full day fishing trip

Why Choose a Full Day Trip Instead of a Half Day

Why Choose a Full Day Trip Instead of a Half Day

A full day fishing trip means more time, more variety, and more opportunity:

  • Explore more spots – Visit multiple fishing locations and cover different parts of the lake.

  • Target more species – Bass, crappie, catfish, white bass, and more.

  • Fish during different bite windows – Early morning topwater action, midday structure fishing, and late afternoon feeding periods.

  • Learn at a comfortable pace – Practice casting, knot tying, bait selection, and species-specific techniques without feeling rushed.

How Your Full Day Trip Flows

How Your Full Day Trip Flows

Every trip is different, and we adapt based on weather, season, and your fishing goals.

Morning

Launch at the arranged location and head to the first fishing spot, often targeting active morning feeders like bass or white bass.

Mid-Morning to Lunch

Move to mid-depth structures, brush piles, or channels where crappie and bass are likely holding.

Afternoon

Change locations to target different species or follow the bite as conditions shift.

End of Day

Return to the dock, with any kept fish cleaned and packaged for you to take home.

Gear & Techniques You’ll Learn

During your trip, you’ll have access to — and guidance on using — a variety of fishing techniques and equipment:

  • Casting and retrieving for bass and white bass.
  • Vertical jigging for crappie.
  • Bottom fishing for catfish.
  • Electronics navigation – using sonar to locate fish and underwater structure.

If you’re new to fishing, we’ll walk you through each step. If you’re experienced, we can dive into advanced tactics to help you refine your approach.

Seasonal Highlights for Full Day Fishing Trips

One of the biggest advantages of a full day trip is being able to take advantage of seasonal patterns:

  • Spring – Pre-spawn bass, spawning crappie in shallow coves, and catfish moving into warmer water.
  • Summer – Early morning topwater bass, deep brush pile crappie, and channel catfish.
  • Fall – Aggressive bass feeding up for winter, large schools of white bass, and crappie near main lake points.
  • Winter – Slow but rewarding fishing for catfish and suspended crappie in deeper water.

Who This Trip Is Perfect For

A full day fishing trip is ideal for:

  • Serious anglers wanting maximum time on the water.
  • Families looking for a fun, hands-on activity together.
  • Vacationers who want to make the most of their time in the area.
  • Small groups (up to three anglers) who want personalized attention.

Lake of the Ozarks Full Day Fishing Trip

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the payment details for booking a full day fishing trip?

No deposit is required to reserve your trip. Payment is completed at the end of each trip, giving you flexibility and peace of mind. Accepted forms of payment include cash, and venmo.

Why choose a full-day fishing trip on Lake of the Ozarks?

A full-day, 8-hour guided fishing trip gives you the time and flexibility to explore the best fishing spots across Lake of the Ozarks. With more hours on the water, we can target multiple species like bass, crappie, catfish, and hybrid stripers, adjust techniques, and cover a variety of fishing areas – from hidden coves to deepwater channels. It’s the perfect option for serious anglers looking to maximize their success and enjoy a complete fishing experience.

How many people can join the 8-hour guided fishing trip?

The 8-hour charter is designed for up to 3 anglers, ensuring plenty of space, comfort, and personalized attention throughout the day. This setup allows for an optimal fishing experience without overcrowding, whether you’re fishing solo, with a friend, or as a small group.

Client Reviews:

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Cassondra Dowden profile picture
Cassondra Dowden
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Would 10/10 recommend to anyone! I booked this guided fishing trip for my Dad's birthday and it was a lot of fun. He was very knowledgeable about fishing and was willing to answer any questions we had without hesitation. I was very curious about the fish sonar and he showed me how it worked and showed me how I can see my bait go down towards the fish. I thought was the coolest thing! At the end of the trip he cleaned our fish for us which was very nice. Excellent experience all around!
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Bryan Pieper profile picture
Bryan Pieper
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Justin is a great guide. He is very knowledgeable guide. He taught us about electronics, fishing patterns, how to read structure, bait presentations and many other things. I would recommend him to everyone I know. We had a wonderful time. We will definitely get him again.
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Jennifer Geiselhart profile picture
Jennifer Geiselhart
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Justin was amazing! He was great to work with and accommodated our scheduling requests. He met us at our dock for the condo we were renting and had several spots picked out for fishing the various species we were interested in catching. He is very knowledgeable as a guide on Lake of the Ozarks as well as about fish species and all things fishing! We had a great time and caught between 80-100 fish in an 8 hour day. I would highly recommend Justin as a fishing guide.
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Jacob Geiselhart profile picture
Jacob Geiselhart
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Justin was very professional and very knowledgeable about the lake and the methods we were using to catch fish. We went out for an 8 hour trip and caught somewhere between 80-100 fish that ranges through 8 species of fish! It was very much a day to remember for many years to come… see you next year Justin!
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Megan Fischer
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So happy we were able to book time with Justin! It was the highlight of our spring break trip . He knew every great spot on the lake, got both my boys on fish- paddle fish and bass, and taught them how to read the sonar — they absolutely loved it. Super personable, great with kids, and just made it feel effortless. Whether you’re bringing family, kids, or adults, Justin is the guy you want on the water. We’ll definitely be back (and I’m sure he’ll he booked up)!!
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Chris Hoffmeister profile picture
Chris Hoffmeister
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This was an incredible experience. If you are visiting the lake you have to give Justin a call. Booking was a breeze and he picked us up from our dock. Justin not only fished our area of the lake but put us on fish immediately. The conversations were great and the fish and the experience was just top notch. If you book with Justin you are guaranteed to have a great day.
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pylonforge
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Loved our fishing expedition with Justin! He knows his stuff, is patient, and showed us the best places to fish. He made our trip to Osage Beach memorable and we'd venture out with him again in a heartbeat! Thanks!!!
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Paul Nelson profile picture
Paul Nelson
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Great day on Lake Ozark with Justin. Great boat. Great equipment. He did a great job finding us fish on a very windy day. We are fairly experienced fisherman, but caught most of our bass on a new technique for us. Justin is very personable and professional. We highly recommend fishing with Justin, whatever your skill level.
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Kevin Saettele
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Our trip was great! My sons and I asked Justin to get us on whatever fish would be biting that morning and he delivered with a multi species day including crappie, white bass, largemouth, and even paddlefish. He truly seems to be dialed in on the lake of the ozarks. He is friendly and patient. Would love to book another trip.
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jim feeback
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AMAZING! Justin was the best guide I could’ve asked for. Picked us up right off the dock where we were staying and had everything ready for the trip. My 9 year old son hasn’t stopped showing everyone he sees the fish we caught. Justin was so great with him all day and never once got annoyed with snags or anything and just such a great person to be around all day. I could really just keep writing about how great it was and I will not hesitate to book another trip with him in the future. If you’re looking at taking a fishing trip on Lake of The Ozarks then you won’t be disappointed with Expert Angling Guide Service. I just can’t get over how patient he was and I feel like he truly loves what he’s doing.
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Client Reviews:

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Cassondra Dowden profile picture
Cassondra Dowden
Google star 1Google star 2Google star 3Google star 4Google star 5Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Would 10/10 recommend to anyone! I booked this guided fishing trip for my Dad's birthday and it was a lot of fun. He was very knowledgeable about fishing and was willing to answer any questions we had without hesitation. I was very curious about the fish sonar and he showed me how it worked and showed me how I can see my bait go down towards the fish. I thought was the coolest thing! At the end of the trip he cleaned our fish for us which was very nice. Excellent experience all around!
Posted on Google Google
Bryan Pieper profile picture
Bryan Pieper
Google star 1Google star 2Google star 3Google star 4Google star 5Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Justin is a great guide. He is very knowledgeable guide. He taught us about electronics, fishing patterns, how to read structure, bait presentations and many other things. I would recommend him to everyone I know. We had a wonderful time. We will definitely get him again.
Posted on Google Google
Jennifer Geiselhart profile picture
Jennifer Geiselhart
Google star 1Google star 2Google star 3Google star 4Google star 5Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Justin was amazing! He was great to work with and accommodated our scheduling requests. He met us at our dock for the condo we were renting and had several spots picked out for fishing the various species we were interested in catching. He is very knowledgeable as a guide on Lake of the Ozarks as well as about fish species and all things fishing! We had a great time and caught between 80-100 fish in an 8 hour day. I would highly recommend Justin as a fishing guide.
Posted on Google Google
Jacob Geiselhart profile picture
Jacob Geiselhart
Google star 1Google star 2Google star 3Google star 4Google star 5Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Justin was very professional and very knowledgeable about the lake and the methods we were using to catch fish. We went out for an 8 hour trip and caught somewhere between 80-100 fish that ranges through 8 species of fish! It was very much a day to remember for many years to come… see you next year Justin!
Posted on Google Google
Megan Fischer profile picture
Megan Fischer
Google star 1Google star 2Google star 3Google star 4Google star 5Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
So happy we were able to book time with Justin! It was the highlight of our spring break trip . He knew every great spot on the lake, got both my boys on fish- paddle fish and bass, and taught them how to read the sonar — they absolutely loved it. Super personable, great with kids, and just made it feel effortless. Whether you’re bringing family, kids, or adults, Justin is the guy you want on the water. We’ll definitely be back (and I’m sure he’ll he booked up)!!
Posted on Google Google
Chris Hoffmeister profile picture
Chris Hoffmeister
Google star 1Google star 2Google star 3Google star 4Google star 5Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
This was an incredible experience. If you are visiting the lake you have to give Justin a call. Booking was a breeze and he picked us up from our dock. Justin not only fished our area of the lake but put us on fish immediately. The conversations were great and the fish and the experience was just top notch. If you book with Justin you are guaranteed to have a great day.
Posted on Google Google
pylonforge profile picture
pylonforge
Google star 1Google star 2Google star 3Google star 4Google star 5Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Loved our fishing expedition with Justin! He knows his stuff, is patient, and showed us the best places to fish. He made our trip to Osage Beach memorable and we'd venture out with him again in a heartbeat! Thanks!!!
Posted on Google Google
Paul Nelson profile picture
Paul Nelson
Google star 1Google star 2Google star 3Google star 4Google star 5Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Great day on Lake Ozark with Justin. Great boat. Great equipment. He did a great job finding us fish on a very windy day. We are fairly experienced fisherman, but caught most of our bass on a new technique for us. Justin is very personable and professional. We highly recommend fishing with Justin, whatever your skill level.
Posted on Google Google
Kevin Saettele profile picture
Kevin Saettele
Google star 1Google star 2Google star 3Google star 4Google star 5Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Our trip was great! My sons and I asked Justin to get us on whatever fish would be biting that morning and he delivered with a multi species day including crappie, white bass, largemouth, and even paddlefish. He truly seems to be dialed in on the lake of the ozarks. He is friendly and patient. Would love to book another trip.
Posted on Google Google
jim feeback profile picture
jim feeback
Google star 1Google star 2Google star 3Google star 4Google star 5Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
AMAZING! Justin was the best guide I could’ve asked for. Picked us up right off the dock where we were staying and had everything ready for the trip. My 9 year old son hasn’t stopped showing everyone he sees the fish we caught. Justin was so great with him all day and never once got annoyed with snags or anything and just such a great person to be around all day. I could really just keep writing about how great it was and I will not hesitate to book another trip with him in the future. If you’re looking at taking a fishing trip on Lake of The Ozarks then you won’t be disappointed with Expert Angling Guide Service. I just can’t get over how patient he was and I feel like he truly loves what he’s doing.
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