Guntersville Bass Fishing Guide

We went out with Captain Scott had a wonderful day
We’re limited out on fish and memories
We see a return trip... read moreWe went out with Captain Scott had a wonderful day
We’re limited out on fish and memories
We see a return trip in our future read less

Mike was our guide and was excellent to go with. We caught quite a few fish and learned a lot... read moreMike was our guide and was excellent to go with. We caught quite a few fish and learned a lot in the process. Mike have my 14 year great tips to help him out in the future. Would recommend and we plan to use Guntersville Bass Guides in the future. read less

Guntersville is a great lake! And Capt Mike Thompson is the best! He put us on the fish... read moreGuntersville is a great lake! And Capt Mike Thompson is the best! He put us on the fish first thing. We fished the milfoil on the banks of the underwater river channel with fish jumping all around us and we caught a TON good sized largemouth bass. And, Capt Mike is a great host and conversationalist. He was very knowledgeable and informative, and we learned a lot from him. We had a blast! read less

Amazing fishing experience! Captain Mike was the best, he made my sons, day letting him reel in all the fish,... read moreAmazing fishing experience! Captain Mike was the best, he made my sons, day letting him reel in all the fish, was very patient and knowledgeable. Would highly recommend Mike for your next charter, can't wait to go again! read less

Captain Mike is awesome! He helped me make my husband's 60th Birthday a great one! If you haven't... read moreCaptain Mike is awesome! He helped me make my husband's 60th Birthday a great one! If you haven't booked a trip with him you are definitely missing out! Thank you so much Captain Mike! read less

We had an amazing trip with CPT. Mike. He put us right on the bass! A master of his craft... read moreWe had an amazing trip with CPT. Mike. He put us right on the bass! A master of his craft and we gained tons of knowledge from spending a day with him. Will be booking again! read less

Best guide service 10/10! These fellas have all of the knowledge and experience. Very professional. Will be returning for a... read moreBest guide service 10/10! These fellas have all of the knowledge and experience. Very professional. Will be returning for a second trip! read less

Me and my dad had a great time yesterday bass fishing with captain Jim! It was a nice touch that... read moreMe and my dad had a great time yesterday bass fishing with captain Jim! It was a nice touch that his dog came along with us! It was a cold and windy day, but Jim still managed to get us on several great bass! Thanks for the top notch service, Jim! read less

Highly recommend Captain Jim at Guntersville Bass Guides!! Our Guide Myles was a true Bass Pro!! Really enjoyed it and... read moreHighly recommend Captain Jim at Guntersville Bass Guides!! Our Guide Myles was a true Bass Pro!! Really enjoyed it and will be back multiple times! read less

Amazing 3 day trip with the father and brother in-law.

Captain Mike T. took care of us for an experience that... read moreAmazing 3 day trip with the father and brother in-law.

Captain Mike T. took care of us for an experience that will make lifetime memories. He went above and beyond for two reasons i'm convinced; he loves to fish, and he loves to spend time and help people have great experiences. I can't imagine a better guide—thank you. read less

We really appreciate Captain Shane for the guide. He was very knowledgeable. Had a lot of enjoyable stories. Kind,... read moreWe really appreciate Captain Shane for the guide. He was very knowledgeable. Had a lot of enjoyable stories. Kind, and most definitely friendly. We def recommend him and most likely will return!! read less

Absolutely top notch people and service. Went out with Mike Thompson and he found the bass on a hot summer... read moreAbsolutely top notch people and service. Went out with Mike Thompson and he found the bass on a hot summer morning. Very impressive. He is a true professional, will be going again with him. read less

Capt. Mike Thompson is at the top of his game. A true master class bass
fisherman and guide. I brought my... read moreCapt. Mike Thompson is at the top of his game. A true master class bass
fisherman and guide. I brought my boys down from PA to experience Lake Guntersville bass fishing and what a time we had with Mike. We got 19 bass with several 4-5 pounders and a 6 pounder for me! it was truly an unforgettable experience and when we return next year we are going out with Mike again! read less

Spring break and we booked a 6 hour trip with captain Jim. It was a once in a lifetime day.... read moreSpring break and we booked a 6 hour trip with captain Jim. It was a once in a lifetime day. My 16 and 12 year old sons put together a 30 lb bag. With a 9, 8, 5, 4 & 4 lb fish. At least 15 fish caught in 6 hours. Professional and knowledgeable. read less

Captain Jim is an awesome guide! He knows the lake very well, and was also extremely organized and prepared for... read moreCaptain Jim is an awesome guide! He knows the lake very well, and was also extremely organized and prepared for our trip! He was very personable and patient and provided great service. Best of all, on a little bit of a tougher day he put me on some fish. When we got back to the boat launch all the other anglers struggled and were shocked when I told them how many fish we caught! Great trip and can't reccomend Jim and his guide service enough! If you're headed to Lake Guntersville, give yourself an unfair advantage and call Guntersville Bass Guides! read less

Myself my dad and uncle with over a combined 170 years fishing experience met captain jim at a local restaurant... read moreMyself my dad and uncle with over a combined 170 years fishing experience met captain jim at a local restaurant near guntersville lake not knowing he was a guide until the last day of our trip gave us advice on how to catch more fish and it worked for us if ever i make it back i will surly book a trip with him. After coming back to the home lakes it has caught us more fish. Thank you captain Jim Leary read less

My brother and I had the pleasure of spending the morning with Capt. Jeff recently and had a wonderful trip!... read moreMy brother and I had the pleasure of spending the morning with Capt. Jeff recently and had a wonderful trip! Despite torrential rain and high winds, we were on fish all morning! From the moment we stepped on his boat it felt like we were getting together again with an old friend. Capt. Jeff was so friendly and helpful. If you are looking for a guide on Lake Guntersville, you absolutely cannot go wrong with Guntersville Bass Guides. These guys are the real deal! You will NOT be sorry booking with them. Already looking forward to the next trip! read less

Amazing experience! We called two hours before and he was happy to take our boys out on the lake. I... read moreAmazing experience! We called two hours before and he was happy to take our boys out on the lake. I would definitely recommend this guide service! read less

June 30th & July 1st of this year 2020 my husband & I went out with Captain Jim! Our time... read moreJune 30th & July 1st of this year 2020 my husband & I went out with Captain Jim! Our time with him was nothing but a great experience. Jim was kind, patient & really easy to get along with. He put us ON THE FISH. I reeled in the biggest bass I’ve ever caught. Definitely booking more trips with him in the future. Thanks CaptainJim read less

Man me and my wife had the BEST TIME with captain Jeff!!! Very professional and polite and he’s all about... read moreMan me and my wife had the BEST TIME with captain Jeff!!! Very professional and polite and he’s all about getting you on the bite!! Fished a few different set ups in many different spots but he put us on em. Definitely will be booking another guide with him. definitely A 5/5 star rating read less

Updated 03/2018 ... read moreUpdated 03/2018 Jim really knows how to take care of his client's!! I was on fish right away both days! I will be back soon!! This group of guys really know their stuff when it comes to putting you on fish, and quickly too!! Thank you Jim and Mike for 2 great day's of fishing!! I would recommend these guys to anyone from beginner to expert!! Trip #2 in November 2016 was a huge success, and a lot of fun!! Once more Jim did the job!! He is a top notch guide, but this trip was much more, it felt like two good friends fishing together!! Fishing with Jim and Guntersville Bass Guides is a contagious thing, I'll be back to do it again, and again!! If you want a trip of a lifetime, I suggest you book one with these guys, it's an experience you'll never forget!! It's making memories!! I'll be back!! Thank you again buddy!!

03/2018. Updated. Third year coming back twice per year. Jim is one of the hardest working guides I know. He knows when I come to the BIG G, I'm looking for quality, not quantity!! He finds big fish, and he finds them quickly!!
I've told Jim on a number of occasions that if he needs a reference, have anyone contact me. I'm telling everyone, you won't be disappointed, from 1st time anglers, to fast action fishing, to hunt for big bass, Jim's got it all!!! Thank you Jim!! We will do it again tomorrow!!

03/2018 part 2 Updated
To all reading this!! All I can say is after today I have a new personal best!! Jim battled the wind, the rain, and even a tornado two nights ago, and today almost 30 lbs. in five fish anchored by an 11 lb. big old bass!! Guntersville Bass Guides, you rock!! Captain Jim is top notch, if you book with him, just listen to him and fish!! Jim will give you the trip of a lifetime, just listen to him. He is an amazing guide, and a great person!! Thank you Jim Leary.

11/242018.
Yet another great trip with Jim. The fishing was tough, but Jim found them once again. Fishing with Jim is no longer client based, we just click. I said it before, but it's like fishing with a friend!
Anyone looking for a quality trip, Jim is that guy, yes, he can put you on quantity if that's what your looking for, but when I come to G, he knows we will be in search of big bass. If anyone wants to enjoy the BIG G with a great guide, and more so, a great person Jim is that guy.

11/2019

Another great trip with Jim Leary and Guntersville Bass Guides!! This time I brought a buddy from Michigan, Hunter Buter made his first trip to Guntersville Lake. Although the size fish that Jim and I are used to wasn't there, the numbers were. The fish were on the move, but as usual Jim found them. We all were catching fish.
I've said this before and I will continue to say it, Jim Leary and Guntersville Bass Guides are top notch!! Jim will always work to find fish in any weather pattern! I will be back again and again.
Fishing with Jim over 3 years now, and it's not a guide/client relationship!! Jim and I are great friends!! I'll be back!! Highly recommended for sure!!! read less

I came all the way from California to fish with GBG-they did not disappoint. Capt. Shane is very knowledgeable... read moreI came all the way from California to fish with GBG-they did not disappoint. Capt. Shane is very knowledgeable about bass fishing and knows the lake and the spots to find the fish. The weather was cold and raining but determined to catch a bass...and we did and what a beauty. Enjoyed the experience so much planning on coming back in a few months. Thank you Jim Leary! read less

We had a great time with Capt. Jim and MS. Bell. This was my first ever guide trip, and the... read moreWe had a great time with Capt. Jim and MS. Bell. This was my first ever guide trip, and the experience was excellent. Capt. Jim is a class act and worked hard for us to catch fish, and we caught em up!. We will book again real soon! read less

Captain Jim is a professional! I contacted him to arrange for a group of 5 to fish at... read moreCaptain Jim is a professional! I contacted him to arrange for a group of 5 to fish at the Big G! I selected the “Roughing It” trip and he took care of the rest! He arranged for us to stay in cabins across the street from the boat launching area. The cabins were clean and comfortable. We arrived at the cabin late the night before we were to fish not knowing what to expect the next morning.
Captain Jim was there the next morning as scheduled at 5:15am with two other guides and their fully equipped bass boats and fishing gear and away we went. The next eight hours were filled with an amazing life experience that none of us will forget.
My fear of bringing 4 guests from out of town and not catching any fish was soon nullified. Within 15 minutes of launching we (Cpt Jim and I) had caught 3 fish and we had reports that the other boats were also having luck! I was introduced to Belle, Capt. Jim’s fishing partner who was bringing us all luck. She would give each fish we caught “sugar” (a little lick) before throwing them back, and then she’d curl up in the bottom of the boat to prevent getting a treble hook embedded in her doggie hide.
Capt. Jim knows the lake well, not only for fish, but also for the other wild life that inhabit the area. As we were cruising to the next hot fishing hole, an American bald eagle flew about 30 feet above our heads, undoubtedly looking for morning breakfast. What a beautiful site!
We cruised to five or six different holes trying to catch the big ones we could see on the fish finder. Capt Jim checked all his resources to find the fish. He checked how much water was being released through the dam up river. Knowing this, would most certainly affect the fishing. Capt Jim adjusted how we fished...depths, types of bait, and retrieval methods, to entice the fish to bite.
We all met at the end of our eight hours and shared our fishing experiences. In all we had caught between 80 to 100 fish. If you’re looking for a great fishing experience, give Capt. Jim a call! He’s one of the best! read less

Wow.....!

We wanted something to do as a team and this was the chosen activity although, I had never fished before.... read moreWow.....!

We wanted something to do as a team and this was the chosen activity although, I had never fished before.

I was enthusiastic but, to be honest did not know what to expect and wasn't really expecting any success or if I am really being honest, to enjoy it all that much (fishing had never really appealed to me).

How wrong I was! We arrived on Monday night at the cabin that had been organized by Jim and it was great. Clean, comfortable and with everything you would possibly need. It was also across the road from the boat jetty where we would be collected the following morning, this really made a difference when we were hitting the water at 05:30.

There were 5 of us which, meant we had three boats and our particular captain was Jeff.

We quickly hit the water and found our first fishing spot (we had many throughout the day) where Jeff, was a great instructor and very patient with a complete newbie and really took time to teach me everything from casting, to the technique's for attracting and catching fish to finally reeling them in.

As I said I, was pessimistic about my potential success and with my initial lack of casting abilities, we were all amazed (especially me) that I didn't hook someone and that at least one of us, didn't get a new piercing to go home with. Mix this, with my uncanny ability to knot the line or, cast in the wrong direction and less that a few meters from the boat, it looked like it was going to be a long day.

Jeff however did not give up on me and was supportive and encouraging throughout, always having a rod available ready to go with bait irrespective ofd how many times I fouled the line.

So lets move on a few hours and I am casting (fairly competently and still injury free for all) and catching fish that I would never believe and in fact, not only did I get the biggest fish of the day (although my colleagues may argue) I also believe I caught the most fish....

The whole experience was incredibly well organized and I cannot fault anything or recommend highly enough.

Jim and his team are incredibly well organized, knowledgeable and most importantly great fun and focus on making the day a great fishing experience. If I get the opportunity I will definitely be back.

So whether you are an experienced fisherman like most of my colleagues or, a complete novice like myself I could not recommend Guntersville Bass Guides highly enough.

Jim thanks to you and your team for an unforgettable day and hope to see you again. read less

I would highly recommend Guntersville Bass Guides. The experience exceeded every expectation I had. Their knowledge of the lake showed... read moreI would highly recommend Guntersville Bass Guides. The experience exceeded every expectation I had. Their knowledge of the lake showed as we were able to catch fish every place we stopped. Great job and I will be back and tell everyone I know about you guys. read less

Went out yesterday with Cap. Jim. Very impressed. I was hesitant to pay for any guide thinking there would... read moreWent out yesterday with Cap. Jim. Very impressed. I was hesitant to pay for any guide thinking there would be alot of small fish. I was wrong. Great balance of numbers, quality, and different ways to catch them. Our best 5 was rocking 24-25 pounds. Very respectable this time of year. Will definitely book again! read less

Went out with Captain Jeff for a 6 hr trip on Gville yesterday. Hands down the best day of fishing... read moreWent out with Captain Jeff for a 6 hr trip on Gville yesterday. Hands down the best day of fishing in our life. Jeff was awesome, very helpful, and very personable. We caught a lot of fish and a lot of big fish in a lot of different ways. Awesome first day of our honeymoon. Can’t thank Guntersville Bass Guides enough and we’d recommend them to anyone looking for a great day on the big G! read less

Best day of fishing I’ve had on lake Guntersville hands down. Jim with Guntersville Bass Guides put us on some... read moreBest day of fishing I’ve had on lake Guntersville hands down. Jim with Guntersville Bass Guides put us on some great spots for large mouth. This trip was originally planned for February but the weather had been bad the day before and the lake just wasn’t cooperating. Jim wanted his customers to have a great experience and rescheduled the trip for June 2nd. The wait was well worth it. Knowledgeable, professional, and beyond accommodating for a novice fisherman such as myself. Jim provided an experience beyond expectations. I highly recommend Jim and his team at Guntersville Bass Guides if you are planning a visit to Lake Guntersville! Thanks Jim for all the pointers and tips. Looking forward to my next outing! read less

Had a great day with Belle and Captain Jim caught a ton of bass. He really took care of my... read moreHad a great day with Belle and Captain Jim caught a ton of bass. He really took care of my father which is what I was hoping for and made the trip a lot more fun by cutting up with us. I will be booking with these guys again I look forward to fishing with Belle in the fall( Captain Jim too I guess) Don't wait book a trip with these guys they are the real deal!!! read less

Today was my first time ever doing a guided fish and it was AMAZING. Jeff was our guide and he... read moreToday was my first time ever doing a guided fish and it was AMAZING. Jeff was our guide and he could not have done a better job. He put us on the fish, made sure my line/worms etc. was ready at all times, had a back up pole for me and even let me borrow his Huk shirt to keep me from getting more fried! I highly recommend him to anyone ready to catch some fish! read less

If your looking for bass fishing guide...look no further! I was amazed how Capt.Jim made our trip a success... read moreIf your looking for bass fishing guide...look no further! I was amazed how Capt.Jim made our trip a success in not so good conditions. He used his knowledge of the lake and experience to put us on fish. He brings a positive attitude, friendly personality, and a tenacious drive to make sure you are satisfied. “Goes above and beyond “. There is no doubt, when we go back it will be with Captain Jim. read less

An Unforgettable Day ! My wife booked an evening trip for me for my birthday on Lake Guntersville will Jim... read moreAn Unforgettable Day ! My wife booked an evening trip for me for my birthday on Lake Guntersville will Jim Leary. I had never been to G-Ville and did not know what to expect. After meeting Jim at the ramp and seeing some pictures from his morning trip, I was pumped. We took off and made it to our first and only spot and it was on. 25 + fish . We kept 15 of our biggest to weigh. The small 5 was around 17lbs. Our middle 5 was 25lbs and our biggest 5 was 35lbs. Wow ! Truly a trip of a lifetime. It was so good that i changed my plans and went back out the next morning, although the bite slowed down from a cold front, we still had our best 5 go 23lbs. G-Ville is definitely on right now.
As for Jim, you won't meet a nicer guy. He puts in work day after day to make sure his clients are satisfied. He's the type of guy that will make you feel right at home while away from home. I highly recommend Jim if your thinking about fishing G-Ville. read less

Jim and Guntersville Bass Guides are the best!. My son and I went out and had a blast. My son... read moreJim and Guntersville Bass Guides are the best!. My son and I went out and had a blast. My son Carter, 16, has much more experience and was on the fish right away. Capt Jim took some time with me and was very patient but also very intent on making sure I was on.

Once I got the hang of it I caught a good amount and really nice sized Large Mouth Bass.

Son's already talking about a return trip soon! What a day. read less

Writing this review right after getting home from the guided trip. Tough bite is the two words that describe the... read moreWriting this review right after getting home from the guided trip. Tough bite is the two words that describe the first few hours of the trip. 4lber first cast, a few more over the next 40 ish minutes, then the bite went away. Capt. Jim did everything he could to make sure we were back on the fish, and it worked. Caught a total of about 23 fish with a 5 fish bag of 22 lbs and some change. Kicker fish was 6.6. Jim is very knowledgeable and willing to help you whenever. He knows his stuff and is willing to share everything you need to know (unless you just browse his page looking for spots). If I had to come up with something negative it would’ve been out of his control any way and that would have been the wind. I say that, but even with the wind the fish were biting. Jim has a great attitude, good advice, good spots, good rods reels etc., good boat, and a good dog. Belle (the dog) did make a stage dive towards the end but it all turned out well. I had a fantastic time and will do my best to make it back with Jim someday hopefully soon!

UPDATE: 6/4/2018
Well, had another amazing trip out in the water with Jim and Belle. The bite started out good all you had to do was [CENSORED] the [CENSORED] and man the fish would slam it! That first bit we caught a 6.02 and a 4.somethin. Our bag went for probably 18.5 (correct me if I’m wrong). The bite did slow down after a while and we began having to throw [CENSORED] to get the fish to bite. Even when we went for a good while without fish Capt. Jim held stead fast and always did his best to put them in the boat. This having been my second trip out with him I feel I have gotten to know him rather well both as a guide and as a person. If you are on the fence, just jump right into it. He is always willing to take a call (Mr. Popular) and help you out. Great Duckett rods and reels and all other tackle to boot. This is one for the memory book as I had my grandmother along with me. She was (and bless her heart still is) clueless about fishing, but Capt. Jim he did everything he could to help her out and for that, we are both truly thankful. Thank you Capt. Jim and 1st mate Belle for making this trip another great one. I hope to be joining you again soon. God bless. PS, got another one on the first cast 🤷🏻‍♂️. Another 4. read less

Well, let me start with my first meeting with Capt Jim. I was paired up with him in a BFL... read moreWell, let me start with my first meeting with Capt Jim. I was paired up with him in a BFL bass tour as a co angular. As most competitive, co angular bass fisherman know. Your success really is in the hands of the pro angular and how he helps or prevents you from catching fish. Capt Jim was a true professional! He gave me lures to try and gave me a fair shot at the same fish he was trying to catch. The experience was so good that I had to fish with him again on his home turf. My experience was even better this time. He put me on the fish, gave me advise, and made it absolutely perfect. Except for the 10lb plus bass that came unbuttoned which was more disheartening for him it seemed. I had so much fun that even that couldn't ruin my trip. I highly recommend that you book a trip asap! Once more people find out how good he really is, good luck finding a day with his full schedule. Capt Jim, will you be able to fish at night? Lol read less

Captain Jim is hands down an awesome guide. If you are looking to experience a great day on the water,... read moreCaptain Jim is hands down an awesome guide. If you are looking to experience a great day on the water, Guntersville Bass Guides is the way to go. Special thanks to Captain Jim for a great trip. read less

The absolute best guide trip I’ve ever experienced the past week was my third trip with GBG and won’t be... read moreThe absolute best guide trip I’ve ever experienced the past week was my third trip with GBG and won’t be my last never seen anyone who cares more about fish care and conservation than these guys keep up the good work GBG read less

An Unforgettable Day ! My wife booked an evening trip for me for my birthday on Lake Guntersville will Jim... read moreAn Unforgettable Day ! My wife booked an evening trip for me for my birthday on Lake Guntersville will Jim Leary. I had never been to G-Ville and did not know what to expect. After meeting Jim at the ramp and seeing some pictures from his morning trip, I was pumped. We took off and made it to our first and only spot and it was on. 25 + fish . We kept 15 of our biggest to weigh. The small 5 was around 17lbs. Our middle 5 was 25lbs and our biggest 5 was 35lbs. Wow ! Truly a trip of a lifetime. It was so good that i changed my plans and went back out the next morning, although the bite slowed down from a cold front, we still had our best 5 go 23lbs. G-Ville is definitely on right now.
As for Jim, you won't meet a nicer guy. He puts in work day after day to make sure his clients are satisfied. He's the type of guy that will make you feel right at home while away from home. I highly recommend Jim if your thinking about fishing G-Ville. read less

****Updated****
I have fished with Jim for several years now and have been absolutely blown away each time. I have always... read more****Updated****
I have fished with Jim for several years now and have been absolutely blown away each time. I have always caught fish, even in the worst conditions, and have never felt let down at all. Even when the wind chill is single digits and waves are white capping he provides the best service possible and yes I have fished with him multiple times like this. (It is actually pleasant as there will only be one or two other boats on the lake)I most recently went fishing late February 2018 due to a cancelation he had (last minute). Boy did I pick a good time. I scheduled 2 consecutive days and the fishing was so great we spent 23 hours on the water in these two days. My family sent messages thinking I was injured or lost we were gone so much. 50+ keepers, several large bass over 5 pounds, many 4 pounders, and got to the point that I was calling 3 pounders babies! Once again, and for several years now, I left a deposit for my next trip that isn't even planned yet. I know when I get ready it will be worth it! I can't schedule dates far out so I leave a deposit on hand for when he has a cancellation that fits my time frame.

Give him a shot and you will see for yourself!

*Original review*

I fished with Jim on 7/25. We quickly went over the gear and launched the boat at daylight. We made a fast trip across the lake and started fishing deep grass. Within 10 minutes I had caught a 5lb7oz bass and we continued throughout the morning (4 hour trip) to catch 15 total with top five being 22lb5oz. These were by far the largest bass I had ever caught, using reels that were foreign to me, and in the heat of the summer! What more could I have asked for! I can't wait to schedule another trip in March when he said the fish would actually be biting! read less

Captain Jim in my opinion is a first class guide. He will try his best to put you on a... read moreCaptain Jim in my opinion is a first class guide. He will try his best to put you on a fishing trip of a life time. He supplies you with everything you need to fish with. His co-partner Belle is a very loving dog. After a day on the water with the two of them you will have made a new friend. He is very knowledgeable of the lake and how to locate fish. If anyone has not used Captain Jim, please give him a call and book a memory to keep for ever.

****Update**** February 16th of 2018 my fishing partner Johnny and I booked another appointment with Caption Jim. All I can say is a picture is worth a thousand words. Best trip anyone can ever have, again many great memories made. He always is very helpful on all your fishing needs. His first mate Belle is the best dog ever, she to likes to give all the fish a kiss. If anyone has any questions about Guntersville Bass Guides you can message me.
We caught or 70 bass, 2 were 7 pounders, several 4 and 5 pounders. We were fishing lipless crank baits and man were they crushing them. He will supply you with everything you need to catch'm, all you need is time to enjoy, relax, and make great memories.
The weather was crazy that day, 65 degrees that morning with lite rain and 45 degrees after lunch. You can tell by looking how we were dressed. But the fishing was HOT🎣🎣. read less

Wow! What an unforgettable day on the lake with Captain Jim, my 12 year old son, and Belle. I blindly... read moreWow! What an unforgettable day on the lake with Captain Jim, my 12 year old son, and Belle. I blindly started a search for a bass guide for a mother/son fishing trip and I struck gold. By some miracle, I selected Guntersville Bass Guides and gave Captain Jim a call. He answered right then and had us booked in a flash. He answered all of my lodging questions and even helped me out with a list of recommended restaurants. What seemed like a huge ordeal suddenly got really simple with the help of Capt. Jim!
We had the most excellent time, ever. My son and I have talked about it nonstop since we left Guntersville yesterday. He wants to go back at Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Spring Break. And it gets a lot worse for my pocketbook - he wants the entire Spring Break Week.
Captain Jim was there waiting on us at 5:45 and Belle took off at full speed to meet us strangers at the boat ramp. What a welcome! Although Jim explained that the fish were acting a little funky the past few days, his enthusiasm and expertise never waned. He taught us about the entire ecosystem. We got an education as he patiently explained everything about fishing to us, along with water levels, grasses, how the dam affects the water level and how that affects the fish, water temperatures, best times of year for fishing Guntersville, and on and on. It was fascinating and SO MUCH FUN!!! Capt. Jim is THE most patient person ever. He "mentioned" to my son at least 100 times how to be patient and how to do this or that. And Capt. Jim worked like a dog to take us to the fish, untangle, fix, explain, etc. He did everything possible to make sure we had the time of our lives. No joke.
My son hauled in a couple of nice ones and although I won the grass-catching tournament, I'm not sure who had more fun ... my 12 year old son or me. I expected to have a nice time, but my main goal was a great outing for my son. Well, clearly the great outing part was achieved in the first 30 minutes and it only got better and better. But I was shocked that not only did I have a great outing ... it was one of the best days I can remember.
We will book again with Captain Jim and Belle just as soon as we can get back up there.
Y'all will not find a better time or a better guide. Book with Capt. Jim now - just don't book so many that we can't get back in!!
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Jim Leary's Guntersville Bass Guides service is absolutely top notch. Jim Leary's Guntersville Bass Guides service is absolutely top notch. I never write google reviews, but after my trip I... read moreJim Leary's Guntersville Bass Guides service is absolutely top notch. I never write google reviews, but after my trip I felt it would be a disservice to Jim if I didn't because I flat-out had one of the best afternoons fishing of my life. If you're looking to catch great fish and learn a ton, stop your search and call Jim to book a trip. It's like going out with a long-time fishing buddy, except he always answers his phone, he's punctual, and has everything prepared for you. I am a decently experienced fisherman but lack time spent on the water, so in addition to wanting to catch some Guntersville giants, I was really hoping to gain some knowledge. Check and check. Jim's knowledge of fish behavior and his adaptability are fantastic. As we went out, he said we were going to be doing something different than he had planned - but landing a 5-pounder on my 3rd cast proved he knew the right calls to make. We sacked up 6 that were photo-worthy weighing close to 30 pounds in 4 hours. Despite peppering him constantly with questions on hows and whys of fish theory, he graciously shared his knowledge and experience. The only thing we missed out on was the opportunity to get video footage of him bear hugging a 7-1/2 pounder over the side of the boat to make sure she didn't get away! Big thanks to you Jim - you'll be seeing me again for sure! read less

Cant wait till next time! Fishing on Lake Guntersville can be challenging for an average angler like me, but fishing with Jim Leary has been... read moreFishing on Lake Guntersville can be challenging for an average angler like me, but fishing with Jim Leary has been the best experiences for me year after year. He really is the best guide to take a trip with any time of the year. Jim made our trips enjoyable and full of action with some big un's every time. We always end up with a big sack, and some good tips to use next time. He has the best equipment, and electronics, and more importantly knows how to use them. I would recommend Jim for anyone wanting to learn the lake and where the big ones live. I have fished with some other good guides, but Jim is the man, and the reason I am a returning customer. Cant wait till next time! read less

Best 5 with over 30 pounds. I have been with Jim 3 times. The best fishing day i have ever had was with captain jim. Best... read moreI have been with Jim 3 times. The best fishing day i have ever had was with captain jim. Best 5 with over 30 pounds. With the big fish being 9.5. He really knows his stuff. When you get in his boat you go to where the fish are their is no looking for them. He is a blast to fish with. I suggest anyone to fish with him. A very entertaining and educationional guide. read less