Guided Smallmouth Bass Fishing Trips – St. Lawrence River & Lake Ontario

Guided Smallmouth Bass Fishing Trips – St. Lawrence River & Lake Ontario

Location: Clayton & Cape Vincent, New York

Target Species: Smallmouth Bass

Waters: St. Lawrence River & Lake Ontario

Experience the thrill of targeting trophy smallmouth bass with Big Water Guide Service on the legendary waters of the St. Lawrence River and Lake Ontario. Known as one of the top smallmouth fisheries in the world, this region offers incredible opportunities to catch powerful, hard-fighting bass in scenic big-water environments.

Your trip will be guided by Captain Brett Anander, a passionate tournament angler and experienced guide who specializes in teaching anglers how to locate and catch smallmouth bass throughout the Thousand Islands region. Whether you're looking to land your personal best bass or sharpen your fishing skills, Brett works closely with every guest to provide a productive and memorable day on the water.

Guests fish from a 2021 Caymas CX21 Pro bass boat, built for speed, stability, and comfort while navigating large open waters. The boat is equipped with top-tier electronics and a powerful Mercury Pro XS engine, allowing you to cover water efficiently and stay on active fish throughout the day.

All tackle and gear are provided, so anglers can simply show up ready to fish and enjoy a professional guided experience on one of North America’s premier bass fisheries.

Trip Packages & Pricing

Full Day Smallmouth Bass Trip

Price: $600 per trip

Group Size: 2 Anglers MAX

Duration: 7–8 hours

Spend a full day exploring the St. Lawrence River or Lake Ontario targeting trophy smallmouth bass. Full day trips allow time to fish multiple locations, adapt to changing conditions, and maximize your chances at landing a true giant.

Includes

• Professional guided fishing trip
• All rods, reels, tackle, and fishing gear
• Fishing instruction and local expertise
• Fishing aboard a high-performance Caymas CX21 bass boat

Half Day Smallmouth Bass Trip

Price: $450 per trip

Group Size: 2 Anglers MAX

Duration: 4 hours

Perfect for anglers looking for a shorter outing or those fitting fishing into a packed travel schedule. Half-day trips still provide excellent opportunities to hook into powerful smallmouth bass.

Includes

• Professional guided fishing trip
• All fishing gear and tackle provided
• Access to top smallmouth fishing areas
• Additional Information

Departure Locations:

• Clayton, NY
• Cape Vincent, NY

Licensing Requirements:

• All anglers must possess a valid New York State fishing license.
• Fishing in Canadian waters requires a valid Ontario Outdoors Card and non-resident fishing license.

Boat:

2021 Caymas CX21 Pro bass boat powered by a 250HP Mercury Pro XS, capable of safely navigating big water while delivering a comfortable and high-performance fishing platform.