Lone Star Charters TX 

4.9
(60 reviews)
 
State licensed
 204 Palm Street, South Padre Island, TX 78597, United States–

Lone Star Charters TX 

South Padre Island, TX, United States
–
24 ft
4
4.9
(60 reviews)

Lone Star Charters invites you to spend a day with Capt. Ron and explore the beautiful waters of the Lower Laguna Madre. Whether you have the itch to fish or just want to have fun with your fishing rod, you have found the right place.

Put all the daily routine aside and hop onboard a 24' Shallow Sport bay boat. It was fully up hauled in 2017 and it comes powered by a 250 HP Yamaha engine. This is a seaworthy vessel with plenty of space for up to 4 anglers and an array of professional accessories and electronics.

Capt. Ron is not only a professional guide but is also an avid tournament angler. He has won trophies throughout the Texas Gulf region and never stops mastering his cast. Ron is a passionate fisherman who knows the area like the back of his hand.

Your day out with Lone Star Charters will see you drifting the shallow waters that can be up to 3' deep. You will be fishing with both artificial and live bait, as well as trying anchored up fishing. The list of your potential catches will include Redfish, Seatrout, Black Drum, Flounder, and Sheepshead.

All trips come inclusive with rods, reels, lures, tackle, bait, and a complimentary fish cleaning service. You will also be provided with snacks and drinks. Licenses are not provided and need to be purchased before the trip.

As Capt. Ron says, 'We don't go fishing, we go catch fish'.

Lone Star Charters invites you to spend a day with Capt. Ron and explore the beautiful waters of the Lower Laguna Madre. Whether you have the itch to fish or just want to have fun with your fishing rod, you have found the right place.

Put all the daily routine aside and hop onboard a 24' Shallow Sport bay boat. It was fully up hauled in 2017 and it comes powered by a 250 HP Yamaha engine. This is a seaworthy vessel with plenty of space for up to 4 anglers and an array of professional accessories and electronics.

Capt. Ron is not only a professional guide but is also an avid tournament angler. He has won trophies throughout the Texas Gulf region and never stops mastering his cast. Ron is a passionate fisherman who knows the area like the back of his hand.

Your day out with Lone Star Charters will see you drifting the shallow waters that can be up to 3' deep. You will be fishing with both artificial and live bait, as well as trying anchored up fishing. The list of your potential catches will include Redfish, Seatrout, Black Drum, Flounder, and Sheepshead.

All trips come inclusive with rods, reels, lures, tackle, bait, and a complimentary fish cleaning service. You will also be provided with snacks and drinks. Licenses are not provided and need to be purchased before the trip.

As Capt. Ron says, 'We don't go fishing, we go catch fish'.

Ron Marett
Captain
Ron Marett
24 years of experience
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5 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
US $450
Entire boat: 2 people
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5 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
US $450
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Rating

4.9
60 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (53)

What anglers say

100%
Great experience
98%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
95%
Recommended
94%
Caught fish

Reviews (60)

  • Dustin Ellis
    Dustin Ellis
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    Morning half day trip

    Half Day Trip (AM) on June 10, 2022 • 4 adults

    Captain Ron was an excellent guide I used others in that past with not even close to good results mostly due to water conditions but even those days I saw the quarry captain Ron brought back so I booked with him this time and he did not disappoint we were 1 fish away from our limit on a 4 man trip he was very patient and helpful with my younger boys and told Mt older boys to get busy with it when they slacked off which was appreciated lol he will be the only captain I book with from now on thank you captain

  • Richard Kosiba
    Richard Kosiba
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Caught our limit on Trout

    Half Day Trip (AM) on August 27, 2024 • 2 adults

    Captain Ron always finds the fish. We started off slow but ended up catching our limit for trout. Always a great time with Captain Ron and Lone Star Charters ! Another great fishing trip!!!

  • Gary Slot
    Gary Slot
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    You will catch fish.

    Half Day Trip (AM) on September 6, 2024 • 3 adults

    Captain Ton knows his business. He put us on the fish and made the trip very enjoyable. I will use him again.

  • Jim  Goetsch
    Jim Goetsch
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    Half day trip

    Half Day Trip (AM) on February 22, 2023 • 1 adult

    Definitely the guy to book a trip with Captain Ronny knows how to put you on the fish. Also a super fun guy to spend time with.

  • Brad Jackson
    Brad Jackson
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    STOP 🛑 Book here or regret it

    Half Day Trip (AM) on April 16, 2022 • 2 adults

    I’ve booked several trips and THIS is the trip I will continue to book as long as it is available. Courteous ✅ Friendly ✅ Drinks and snacks on board ✅ Knows the area and where the fish are ✅ We had a great time and will be back for more adventure!!!

  • Baby G
    Baby G
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2020
    5.0
    Verified

    Half day trip with Captain Ron

    Half Day Trip (AM) on July 4, 2020 • 2 adults

    Loved, loved, our fishing adventure with Captain Ron! He was so amazing and provided a fun adventure. Captain Ron will definitely take you to where the BIG FISH are, always be prepared if Dwight Yoakam is playing you are guaranteed to catch a BIG One! (We sure did!) This trip was the best and we will definitely do it again, Captain Ron made my husbands birthday one to always remember! Thank you Captain Ron for all your helpful tips and most of all the warm kind words of encouragement that you provided us. Can’t wait to see you again!!!

  • Jammin Smith
    Jammin Smith
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2020
    5.0
    Verified

    Half Day trip with Ron

    Half Day Trip (AM) on July 12, 2020 • 2 adults

    I searched many charters and what caught me was Ron’s motto. “We don’t go fishing we go catch fish”... I’m so happy I chose him. We had such a great time from the second the trip started. The weather was beautiful and Ron made sure we were comfortable, safe and enjoying every minute. We traveled to a few locations and had catches at each. He even showed us a little around the island and gave some history. If you are trying to decide who to pick.....look no further Ron is your guy.

  • Bill Fortner
    Bill Fortner
    us
    Nevada, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    Half a day of “catching“ with Captain Ron was great

    Half Day Trip (AM) on May 30, 2023 • 3 adults

    A great time catching. Thanks.

  • Gene Harrison
    Gene Harrison
    us
    Delaware, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day on the water!

    Half Day Trip (AM) on December 6, 2022 • 2 adults

    Had a great time with Ron today even though the reds and trout were not cooperating very much, he did his best to put us on them and get them to bite! Thanks for trying, we appreciate it!

  • Brady Roberts
    Brady Roberts
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    Cpt Ron is one cool cat!

    Half Day Trip (AM) on September 20, 2022 • 3 adults

    This man knows where the fish are. Weather was a little rough but we still got out with plenty fish to eat and we did! Highly recommended!

Rating

4.9
60 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (53)

What anglers say

100%
Great experience
98%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
95%
Recommended
94%
Caught fish

All reviews (60)

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Dustin Ellis
Dustin Ellis
us
Texas, US
Member since 2022
5.0
Verified
Morning half day trip
Half Day Trip (AM) on June 10, 2022 • 4 adults

Captain Ron was an excellent guide I used others in that past with not even close to good results mostly due to water conditions but even those days I saw the quarry captain Ron brought back so I booked with him this time and he did not disappoint we were 1 fish away from our limit on a 4 man trip he was very patient and helpful with my younger boys and told Mt older boys to get busy with it when they slacked off which was appreciated lol he will be the only captain I book with from now on thank you captain

Richard Kosiba
Richard Kosiba
us
Texas, US
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
Caught our limit on Trout
Half Day Trip (AM) on August 27, 2024 • 2 adults

Captain Ron always finds the fish. We started off slow but ended up catching our limit for trout. Always a great time with Captain Ron and Lone Star Charters ! Another great fishing trip!!!

Reported catch:
Speckled Trout
Duane Carey
Duane Carey
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
Tough Wind, Great Time!
Half Day Trip (AM) on May 22, 2024 • 2 adults

We faced really tough winds on the bay today. The fish were not where they were supposed to be but Capt. Ron never gave up the hunt and we came home with dinner.😎👏

Reported catch:
Speckled Trout
Gary Slot
Gary Slot
us
Texas, US
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
You will catch fish.
Half Day Trip (AM) on September 6, 2024 • 3 adults

Captain Ton knows his business. He put us on the fish and made the trip very enjoyable. I will use him again.

Reported catch:
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Will Jones
Will Jones
Repeat angler
us
Texas, US
Member since 2021
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Half day (AM) trip with Captain Ron.
Half Day Trip (AM) on July 13, 2021 • 1 adult

Great day of fishing! First time in salt water. Set out from the island and ran across the bay to sand bar that had five or so boats on it. Capt. Ron set us up perfectly, gave good instruction, and I had my first trout in minutes. Had my limit about an hour later. While other boats are striking out and pushing off, we just kept catching them. Capt. Ron then took us on a tour of the bay cathing fish along the way. He is also a good DJ, so long as your favorite genres are country and western; Capt. Ron knows MOST of the words. Great fishing. Great company. Highly recommend.

FAQs about Lone Star Charters TX

Lone Star Charters TX offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $450 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (5 hours)
When you book a trip with Lone Star Charters TX, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Lone Star Charters TX include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks (Crackers, candy bars)
  • Drinks (Bottled water)
Lone Star Charters TX offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
  • Flats fishing
Lone Star Charters TX offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Lone Star Charters TX include:
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Speckled Trout

Your captain

Ron Marett
Ron Marett
South Padre Island, Texas, United States
ID & license verified
60 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since March 2018
Lone Star Charters is sponsored by Budweiser - L & F Distributors. Captain Ron's love of fishing started when he was a young boy. Ronny spent the majority of his childhood exploring the waters of the Bay with bait and pole, guided by his parents. He then moved onto fishing competitive tournaments and then decided to make a career of it. Capt. Ron feels that doing what you love...you never work a day in your life!
Ron Marett
Ron Marett
Fully verified
60
reviews
2018
member since
~1h
response
Lone Star Charters is sponsored by Budweiser - L & F Distributors. Captain Ron's love of fishing started when he was a young boy. Ronny spent the majority of his childhood exploring the waters of the Bay with bait and pole, guided by his parents. He then moved onto fishing competitive tournaments and then decided to make a career of it. Capt. Ron feels that doing what you love...you never work a day in your life!

The fish you can target

Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout

Real catches by this captain

  • You will catch fish.
    Gary S.
    Gary S.
  • Caught our limit on Trout
    Richard K.
    Richard K.
  • Half a day of “catching“ with Captain Ron was great
    Bill F.
    Bill F.
  • Half day trip
    Jim  .
    Jim .
  • Cpt Ron is one cool cat!
    Brady R.
    Brady R.
  • Morning half day trip
    Dustin E.
    Dustin E.
  • Great day with Capt Ron!
    Carlton C.
    Carlton C.
  • Fishing with Ron
    Randa W.
    Randa W.
  • STOP 🛑 Book here or regret it
    Brad J.
    Brad J.
  • March fishing trip
    Ken P.
    Ken P.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2014
Boat manufacturer
Shallow Sport
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Yamha
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
Crackers, candy bars
Drinks
Bottled water

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
 Cash
 Visa
 Mastercard
 American Express
 Checks
 Bank transfer

What’s biting in South Padre Island right now

FlounderFlounder
RedfishRedfish
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

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