Guide Trips and Rates

Fishing is more than a hobby for Johnny Maxwell

JMax Outdoors offers fully guided fishing trips designed to deliver the best possible experience on the water. Trips are intentionally limited to ensure every outing receives full attention, from pre-trip planning to time on the water. Below you’ll find pricing and details for available trip options, each customized to your goals and current fishing conditions.

Important Trip Information

  • All trips are based on a maximum of two clients per trip
  • A 10% military discount is available for active duty and veterans
  • Trips are tailored to skill level, goals, and seasonal conditions

Trophy Smallmouth Bass Trip

$500 | 8 Hours

Target trophy-class smallmouth on proven waters with a full day focused on quality fish.

  • Focus on larger, trophy-caliber smallmouth
  • Advanced techniques and seasonal patterns
  • Ideal for experienced anglers or personal best seekers

Crappie, Bluegill, White Bass or Shellcracker Trip

$400 | 8 Hours

Each additional hour: $75

A relaxed and productive trip perfect for steady action and great table fare.

  • Great for families or casual anglers
  • High-action fishing with light tackle
  • Excellent eating fish

Hybrid & Saltwater Striped Bass Trip

$500 | 4 Hours

Each additional hour: $75

Hard-fighting fish and nonstop action on powerful hybrid and saltwater stripers.

  • Aggressive fish and exciting strikes
  • Proven techniques for open-water success
  • Ideal for anglers looking for fast-paced action

Largemouth Bass Trip

$650 | 8 Hours

A full-day trip targeting largemouth bass using seasonal patterns and proven tactics.

  • Focus on quality largemouth bass
  • Covers structure, cover, and pattern development
  • Great for all skill levels

Ultimate Bass Challenge Trip

$900 | 10 Hours

Fish three lakes in one day while targeting the big three bass species.

  • Largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass
  • Multiple bodies of water in a single trip
  • Designed for anglers who want the ultimate challenge

Electronics Training Trip

$350 | 4 Hours

Hands-on electronics training on the water, using your boat or mine.

  • Learn sonar, mapping, and fish-finding techniques
  • Setup, interpretation, and real-world application
  • Perfect for anglers wanting to maximize their electronics investment