Fish Lake Granby with senior guide Dan on a private boat trip
6–8 hours
Up to 4 people
Guide, gear, boat
Fish Lake Granby with Dan Shannon, senior guide at Fishing with Bernie, and focus on your goals for the day. Learn techniques, target lake trout, and enjoy time on the water.
A valid Colorado fishing license is required for all anglers. Licenses are required for anyone 16 or older.
This booking is for the whole experience, which fits up to 4 guests.
Cancel with 30 days' advance notice; we'll refund your deposit. Cancel with 14 days' advance notice; no refund on deposit. If we cancel the trip, we'll refund your deposit.
Product ID: AA5N3F
Meet at the Stillwater boat ramp on Lake Granby by 5:45 a.m. Your guide will be waiting at the gate in a blue Dodge truck towing a blue and black Crestliner boat.
Yes. All anglers must have a valid Colorado fishing license. Licenses are required for anyone 16 or older.
Dress for the expected weather. Bring sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen, and your own food and drinks.
Stillwater Boat Ramp
Guides like Dan, Sam, Tyler, Nick, and Tanner consistently earn high praise for their knowledge, patience, and ability to put clients on fish. Whether targeting trophy lake trout or just looking to fill a cooler, reviewers note that the guides read the water well and aren't afraid to adjust tactics mid-trip when needed. Families with kids get a lot of attention here too, with multiple parents calling out how guides kept younger anglers engaged and reeling the whole day. The experience feels genuinely educational for beginners, with several first-timers mentioning they left with real techniques and a much better understanding of ice fishing. More seasoned anglers seem equally happy, often getting deep into gear and tactics conversations with their guide throughout the day. A few reviewers mentioned that fish weren't biting early but that their guide made the right calls to turn the day around, which says a lot about the team's expertise and flexibility. Repeat bookings are a recurring theme in the reviews, with multiple people already planning a return trip or noting they've fished with this crew several times. That kind of loyalty is usually a reliable indicator of consistent quality. If you're looking for a well-rounded fishing experience with guides who genuinely care about your time on the water, this outfit is worth the call.
We had the most amazing experience with our guide, James! It was very cold and rainy to start and he worked hard to keep us warm and dry, even providing me with hand warmers. We caught 35 lake trout! He was a great teacher and guide. We highly recommend!
NL McCracken
August 13, 2026
We had the most amazing experience with our guide, James! It was very cold and rainy to start and he worked hard to keep us warm and dry, even providing me with hand warmers. We caught 35 lake trout! He was a great teacher and guide. We highly recommend!
NL McCracken
August 13, 2026
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