Garzilla Guide Service · Trinity River, Texas
Alligator Gar Fishing Near Dallas, TX
The world's #1 alligator gar guide team — right in your backyard. Trophy fish up to 200+ lbs, just a short drive from the DFW Metroplex.
Available 7 Days a Week · (903) 724-6888
Trophy Gar Fishing 60 Minutes Away
Most Dallas anglers don't realize the world's premier alligator gar fishery is right in their backyard. The Trinity River runs directly south of Dallas through Palestine, Huntsville and Livingston — and our guides operate across the entire river system. Leave Dallas after breakfast and you're on the water fighting prehistoric giants before 9am.
As D Magazine reported, Garzilla Guide Service operates the Trinity River corridor between Dallas and Houston — the same stretch that has produced more IGFA World Records for alligator gar than any other stretch of water on earth.
Departure Points from DFW
Our Dallas-area guide covers the upper Trinity River corridor. Exact meeting point confirmed when you book.
Choose Your Adventure
All trips depart from Trinity River access points 60–90 minutes from Dallas. Our Dallas-area guide handles the full upper Trinity corridor.
Hunt prehistoric giants on the Trinity River with the world's #1 gar guide team. All tackle, rods, reels and bait included. 100% success rate guaranteed.
- Starts At 6 Hours
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- Season Apr–Sep
- Tackle Included
The most extreme off-grid gar experience in Texas. Premium Jackson Kayaks on the Brazos or Trinity River reaching spots no motor boat can access.
- Starts At 6 Hours
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- Season Apr–Sep
- Kayaks Included
Chase a certified IGFA World Record on the same waters where our team has set 41 records. IGFA-certified scales and documentation assistance included.
- Starts At 6 Hours
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- Season Apr–Sep
- Scales IGFA Certified
The experience chosen by Gordon Ramsay, Jeremy Wade and 26 more celebrities. Professionally filmed and edited. Hall of Fame consideration included.
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- Video Included
- Season Apr–Sep
Guided Texas hog hunting with advanced thermal imaging technology. Expert guides, thrilling night adventure. Available year-round near Palestine and Dallas area.
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- Season Year-Round
- Optics Included
Expert Local Knowledge
Our Dallas-area guide team covers the upper Trinity River corridor from the Dallas metro south through Palestine. Every guide is a licensed Texas fishing professional who has spent years mastering their specific stretch of the Trinity.
Bubba is the founder of Garzilla Guide Service and the most decorated alligator gar guide in the world. Holding IGFA World Records and having guided 28 celebrities from Gordon Ramsay to Jeremy Wade, Bubba brings unmatched expertise to every Dallas-area trip. When you want the best — you fish with Bubba.
Evan is one of our Dallas-area specialists, covering the upper Trinity River corridor between Dallas and Palestine. His knowledge of the river's feeding patterns, holding spots and seasonal movements puts clients on fish consistently throughout the April–September season.
Randy rounds out our Dallas-area guide team with deep local knowledge of the upper Trinity River system. His experience fishing the Dallas corridor means he knows exactly where to find trophy gar at every water level, temperature and time of season.
Our 7-boat fleet means no group is too large. Corporate outings, bachelor parties, family groups, tournament prep — we accommodate any group and any request. Contact us to discuss custom arrangements.
The Numbers Tell the Story
🏆 41 IGFA World Records
More IGFA World Records for alligator gar than any other guide service in the world. When you fish with our team you're learning from the guides who literally rewrote the record books.
🌟 28 Celebrity Clients
Gordon Ramsay, Jeremy Wade (River Monsters), Matt Hughes (UFC Hall of Fame) and 25 more legends have fished with our team. The world's most famous people choose Garzilla.
📺 30+ TV Appearances
BBC, National Geographic, River Monsters, Animal Planet, ITV and 25 more international productions. When TV comes to Texas for alligator gar — they call us.
✅ 100% Success Rate
We guarantee you will encounter alligator gar on every trip. 258+ five-star reviews at 4.9 rating prove it. Our Dallas-area guide has been on the Trinity River for over a decade.
🚤 7 Boats in Fleet
The largest dedicated alligator gar guide fleet in the world. No group is too large. Custom aluminum river boats reach spots competitors can never access.
⭐ 4.9 Stars / 258+ Reviews
More verified reviews than any other dedicated gar guide service in Texas. Dallas clients are our most frequent repeat visitors — they make the 90-minute drive again and again.
Real Reviews from DFW Anglers
"I have been on a lot of guided fishing trips but nothing compares to this. We landed a 200+ lb alligator gar on the Trinity River. The guides were professional, patient and knew exactly where to go. I will be back every year."
"Drove down from Plano with three buddies expecting a fun day but not expecting what we actually got. Three fish over 100 lbs before noon. The guide knew exactly where every fish was holding. Absolutely incredible experience — nothing like it in North Texas."
"Best corporate outing we've ever done. Brought 8 guys from the office. Our guide handled everything, taught everyone the techniques and made sure every person caught a monster. Beats golf any day of the week."
Common Questions from DFW
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Trophy alligator gar. 41 IGFA World Records. The guide team featured in D Magazine. Just 60–90 minutes from the DFW Metroplex.
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