Dodson's Guide Service Customer Reviews

Name: Dodson's Guide Service
Brand: Dodson's Guide Service
Rating: 5 (14 reviews)

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Robbie consistently puts clients on productive trout fishing at Lake Taneycomo, with customers regularly catching their limits of rainbow, brown, and cutthroat trout. His expertise shines through challenging conditions - when flood gates are open or fish behavior changes throughout the day, he adapts techniques and locations to keep the action going. Multiple reviews highlight how he finds the hot spots when other anglers struggle, and his knowledge of seasonal patterns helps clients land personal best fish even during tough conditions. Customers consistently praise Robbie's exceptional patience with children and beginners, making first-time trout fishing experiences memorable for entire families. His calm demeanor puts nervous kids at ease, and parents appreciate how he handles everything from permits to equipment while keeping everyone engaged. Many families return year after year, with one loyal customer fishing with Robbie for over 10 years. Repeat clients consistently book longer trips and recommend him as the best guide in the Branson area.

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Hot Spots

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Mark Taylor

July 24, 2025

Trip - on July 24, 2025

Great trip! Went for a half day with Robbie on Taneycomo - myself and two grown sons. Had a super experience. Robbie got us right on the trout. Caught plenty of Browns and Rainbows. When the fish bite seemed to change as the day got warmer, we changed methods right with them and kept up catching some nice ones. We will definitely go again and for a full day next time.

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Greg B

June 21, 2025

Trip - on June 21, 2025

Had a great day fishing with my son while Capt. Robbie called the shots. He had all the gear ready and took the time to help my son with baiting and casting. We caught plenty of fish and enjoyed every minute on the water.

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Jacob G

June 18, 2025

Trip - on June 18, 2025

We had an awesome time fishing with Robbie. His knowledge of the fishery and understanding of the water really showed. We landed 18 fish, with a few more shaking loose, and stayed busy the whole trip. Great guide, solid day on the water, and we’ll definitely be back.

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Brian R

June 24, 2024

Trip - on June 24, 2024

Awesome guide, Robbie! Fantastic boat, stunning lake, perfect weather, incredible trip!

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John S

April 6, 2024

Trip - on April 6, 2024

Fishing with Robbie in the morning was a delight. His expertise was evident, and he interacted wonderfully with my boys, aged 12 and 13. We began catching trout almost right away and managed to reach our daily limit. When we visit the area again, we'll certainly choose to fish with Robbie once more.

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Jay B

March 27, 2024

Trip - on March 27, 2024

Robbie's expertise and kindness were exceptional. His boat and equipment were in excellent condition and well-maintained. My sons and I had a fantastic time and highly recommend using Dodson Guide Service.

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Jessica D

August 8, 2023

Trip - on August 8, 2023

While my husband was busy with a golf tournament, I spontaneously booked a guide for myself and our two boys, who had never been on a boat before and were a bit nervous. Robbie quickly put them at ease, and they were excited to get started. He was accommodating and professional throughout, making the experience feel like fishing with a "cool" uncle. From scheduling to payment, everything was incredibly easy. The boys were disappointed we hadn't booked a longer trip, and even my husband was envious of our fantastic fishing adventure. We'll definitely be booking again next time we're in town.

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Katrina P

July 16, 2023

Trip - on July 16, 2023

Captain Robbie was absolutely fantastic! He showed incredible patience with both my son and me and shared some wonderful stories. We had a fantastic time fishing for trout, which was a first for us! Robbie even assisted us with our permits, which was greatly appreciated. I highly recommend him!

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Tim R

June 14, 2023

Trip - on June 14, 2023

Robbie demonstrated excellent knowledge of the fishing waters, and we had a wonderful time.

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Bob S

May 9, 2023

Trip - on May 9, 2023

Robbie was friendly and supportive, with a wealth of knowledge, consistently guiding us to the best fishing spots!

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Chad R

April 8, 2023

Trip - on April 8, 2023

On a beautiful Easter morning, we had an incredible fishing experience, catching more fish than I ever have in just 4 hours! Capt. Robbie's expertise and enthusiasm made it even more enjoyable. It was my first time catching Rainbow Trout, and it was an absolute blast! I highly recommend it!

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Ashley B

March 26, 2023

Trip - on March 26, 2023

It was incredibly enjoyable; I loved every moment of it!

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About Dodson Guide Service Business Reviews

Dodson Guide Service is a well-established fishing charter business that has been around for years. At Dodson Guide Service, we take great pride in providing our clients with an unforgettable fishing experience. Don't just take our word for it though, we have a lot of reviews from our past clients who have fished with us in the Lake Taneycomo, Bull Shoals, and Table Rock Lake areas. We strive to exceed our client's expectations on every trip. We're grateful for the kind words of our past clients and we look forward to providing you with the same exceptional fishing trip.

Dodson's Guide Service Customer Reviews are provided by our guests. We focus on providing our Branson Guided Fishing Trip guests the very best experience. Our Fishing reviews are from trips in Table Rock Lake, Lake Taneycomo, Bull Shoals.