Fishing
Guided Fishing
Fish With the Right People
White Hole Resort is guide-owned and operated by Captain Bailey Short, a well-known professional fly-fishing guide with decades of experience on the water.
When you book a guide through us, you’re not rolling the dice.
We have two in-house fly fishing guides, Captain Bailey Short and James Kerr, and a core group of trusted, vetted local river guides we personally work with and stand behind
Whether you prefer fly fishing or bait & spin fishing, we match you with the right guide for your style and skill level.
When you book through White Hole, you know you’re getting the best.
Why Book Your Guide Through Us?
We Know the River - And the Guides.
We don’t just refer names from a list.
We personally know the guides we work with. We fish with them. We trust them. We choose professionals who are skilled on the water and respectful with guests.
It’s Seamless.
Your guide will meet you at our covered dock – just steps from your cabin.
No coordinating boat ramps.
No scrambling for gear.
No guesswork.
We handle the details so you can focus on fishing.
It's Secure.
All bookings and payments are handled through our established business.
You’re covered by our insurance.
Your cabin and our lodge are available if weather moves through. Tipping your guide is always welcome, but handled directly.
Guided Bait & Spin Fishing
Great for:
- Families
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Casual anglers
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Guests who want steady action
Most of our guests choose spin fishing with bait or lures. It’s productive and accessible for nearly all skill levels.
Rates include guide, boat, motor, fuel, rods, reels, and life jackets. Bait provided by the guide is additional.
| Guided Bait & Spin Fishing Rates | Half-Day | Full-Day |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $325 | $400 |
| 2 People | $350 | $450 |
| 3 People | $400 | $480 |
Guided Fly Fishing
For anglers who want a more technical experience.
Our in-house fly guides, Captain Bailey Short and James Kerr, specialize in reading water, presentation, and adapting to White River conditions.
Fly fishing requires specialized skill and instruction, and rates reflect that additional expertise.
Rates include guide, boat, and fly fishing equipment. Waders not included.
| Guided Fly Fishing Rates | Half-Day | Full-Day |
|---|---|---|
| 1-2 People | $450 | $600 |
What to Expect
Trips typically begin around 7:30 a.m. at our dock.
After a quick conversation about your experience level and goals, your guide will take you to productive water and help you fish effectively.
Half-Day: Approximately 4 hours
Full-Day: Approximately 8 hours
Trips run in most weather conditions, except thunderstorms with lightning. If weather moves in, you may wait it out and continue your trip when it’s safe.
Meals & Add-Ons
Cold water and sodas are included.
With advance notice, we can:
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Provide boxed lunches
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Send you out with meals prepared at the lodge
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Bring you back to your cabin mid-day
Cancellation Policy for Guides
When you reserve a guide, you are reserving that guide’s full workday.
If you cancel within 14 days of your scheduled trip, a cancellation fee will apply – up to the full value of the guided service.
We never overbook guides. When you reserve one, that time is held exclusively for you.
Guides For Large Groups
We regularly coordinate guided fishing for large groups, including corporate retreats and events with 40+ anglers.
Because White Hole is guide-owned and deeply connected within the local river community, we can assemble a trusted team of professional guides to serve your entire group efficiently and safely.
We handle the logistics. You get a seamless, organized day on the water.
The Difference
White Hole isn’t just a place to stay.
It’s a guide-owned lodge with real on-the-water leadership. When you fish with us, you’re fishing with professionals we personally stand behind.
If you’re coming to the White River to do it right, this is how you do it.
Call or email to reserve your guide.