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Dunkin Guide Systems 

4.8
(238 reviews)
 
State licensed
 33384 State Park Road 100, South Padre Island, TX 78597, United States–
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Dunkin Guide Systems 

South Padre Island, TX, United States
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22 ft
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4.8
(238 reviews)
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Dunkin Guide Systems and Captain Douglas invite you to experience the best Texas inshore angling around. With 'No Catch - No Pay' guarantee, you will be able to enjoy a healthy dose of outstanding catches and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Capt. Douglas welcomes fishermen of all ages and skill levels. Introduce your kids to these productive waters and enjoy seeing their smile when they reel in their first ever catch. Or master your cast with an experienced guide who has been fishing South Padre Island for over 3 decades.

You will be checking the bite in the inshore waters, flats, and backcountry. It's also possible to head just a little further out and check other productive spots. You will be trolling, jigging, and light tackle spinning for Tarpon, Sheepshead, Flounder, Black Drum, Mangrove Snapper, Speckled Trout, Snook, Spanish Mackerel, Redfish, and Kingfish.

Dunkin Guide Systems will take you out aboard a 22' Dargle center console, a brand-new fishing machine. This spacious boat comes powered by a single 200 HP Suzuki engine and can cruise at a top speed of 32 knots. The boat can take up to 5 anglers to fish in comfort and style. It is outfitted with a GPS, a fishfinder, a wireless trolling motor for a professional experienced, and a livewell loaded with bait.

All trips include rods, tackle, reels, bait, lures, and a complimentary fish cleaning service. You will need to have a valid Texas fishing license, bring something to eat and drinks, and show up.

Dunkin Guide Systems and Captain Douglas invite you to experience the best Texas inshore angling around. With 'No Catch - No Pay' guarantee, you will be able to enjoy a healthy dose of outstanding catches and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Capt. Douglas welcomes fishermen of all ages and skill levels. Introduce your kids to these productive waters and enjoy seeing their smile when they reel in their first ever catch. Or master your cast with an experienced guide who has been fishing South Padre Island for over 3 decades.

You will be checking the bite in the inshore waters, flats, and backcountry. It's also possible to head just a little further out and check other productive spots. You will be trolling, jigging, and light tackle spinning for Tarpon, Sheepshead, Flounder, Black Drum, Mangrove Snapper, Speckled Trout, Snook, Spanish Mackerel, Redfish, and Kingfish.

Dunkin Guide Systems will take you out aboard a 22' Dargle center console, a brand-new fishing machine. This spacious boat comes powered by a single 200 HP Suzuki engine and can cruise at a top speed of 32 knots. The boat can take up to 5 anglers to fish in comfort and style. It is outfitted with a GPS, a fishfinder, a wireless trolling motor for a professional experienced, and a livewell loaded with bait.

All trips include rods, tackle, reels, bait, lures, and a complimentary fish cleaning service. You will need to have a valid Texas fishing license, bring something to eat and drinks, and show up.

Douglas Dunkin
Captain
Douglas Dunkin
40 years of experience
ID & credentials verified
responds within an hour
Popular features
Live bait
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Child friendly
Ice box
Popular features
Live bait
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Child friendly
Ice box

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Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
5 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
5 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 7:30 AM, 8:00 AM, 8:30 AM, 9:00 AM)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snook
Black Drum
Redfish
+2
US $495
Entire boat: 2 people

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Rating

4.8
238 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (250)

What anglers say

94%
Great experience
93%
Family friendly
97%
Friendly captain
99%
Good boat
94%
Recommended
94%
Caught fish

Reviews (238)

  • Mario Estrada
    Mario Estrada
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2024
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing time at South Padre Island!

    5 Hour Trip - 7:30 AM on July 7, 2026 • 5 adults

    Capt. Dunkin was awesome to fish with. He did a great job coaching the kids how to get the fish on the boat and how to catch trout and Reds on artificial lures. He got us started on Live Croaker and we caught a bunch of under sizd trout, but After we Lost the 1st keeper it looked like we might not get to keep fish. His experience and knowledge of the bay quickly got us turned around. He took is to a remote spot, put us on a drift and enough said...easily caught over 50 fish today. Amazing!

  • Marie Thee
    Marie Thee
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Capt. said we will catch fish and we sure did!!!

    5 Hour Trip - 8:00 AM on June 27, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

    My husband and I took our 12 year old nephew on a bay fishing trip. Capt’s motto is, of you dont catch you dont pay. oh we caught alright-42 keepers and 12 throw backs! Dunkin will put you on fish. He is straight forward and no frills. So, if your kid is sensitive they may not adjuat to him. we had a blast and our nephew caught several different species of fish. We will be back! Now onto fosh tacos, fish fry, grilled fish… Thanks-Capt. Dunkn!

  • Sergio Ruiz
    Sergio Ruiz
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    great fishing experience

    5 Hour Trip on May 30, 2026 • 5 adults • 1 child

    we jad a great experience with captain dough . He knew exactly what we wanted and he ace it he knew exactly where to stop and and fish we maxed out on trout I really recommend his services. plus he is really knowedable hes on top of he’s stuff 10 out of 10 really recommend his services

  • Cody Baumgartner
    Cody Baumgartner
    Repeat angler
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2024
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    half day fishing drip

    5 Hour Trip on February 23, 2026 • 4 adults

    We had an awesome experience with Dunkin’ Fishing Guide Services in South Padre. It was an all-around great day on the water — we caught a ton of fish and had a blast the whole time. The guide was knowledgeable, easygoing, and clearly knows these waters well. Whether you’re experienced or just looking for a fun day fishing, they make it enjoyable and productive. Highly recommend if you’re in South Padre and want a fun, successful fishing trip!

  • Cathryn Chambers
    Cathryn Chambers
    us
    Missouri, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Best trip ever!!!!

    5 Hour Trip on November 11, 2026 • 2 adults

    Caught 28 fish and the variety of fish was amazing . Gret experience, definitely do again. Captain Doug was GREAT!!!

  • Lindsay Rawlinson
    Lindsay Rawlinson
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Lots of fish, a good time, and some education!

    5 Hour Trip - 7:30 AM on July 31, 2026 • 3 adults • 2 children

    Doug was great. We were a group of three with 2 being teenage boys. I asked Doug to put the boys on fish. Did he ever! It ended uo being a meat haul. The boys were happy, Dad was happy, and Im pretty sure Doug was too! Thanks Captain! We will return.

  • Ray Ramos
    Ray Ramos
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Solid Day

    5 Hour Trip - 7:30 AM on July 18, 2026 • 5 adults • 1 child

    Capt was great the whole time! Started out w a 50+lb drum and then hammered the mangroves. Everyone in the family caught some fish! From the capt, to the boat, and gear all was top notch - made for a lifetime worth of memories.

  • Sean Seivert
    Sean Seivert
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Father Son fishing trip

    5 Hour Trip - 8:30 AM on June 21, 2026 • 2 adults

    Captain Doig was great and instructed my son how to fish. this was his first fishing experience and learned the basics of holding the rod, casting. and reeling in. Captain Doug had lots of knowledge and knew were to go to find the fish.

  • Jacob Ernst
    Jacob Ernst
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing family trip!

    5 Hour Trip - 7:30 AM on July 1, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 children

    Had a great time with Captain Doug! The family enjoyed catching fish. It was the family’s first time fishing, and Captain Doug made sure we enjoyed our time.

  • Matthew Johnson
    Matthew Johnson
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2023
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Memories Made

    5 Hour Trip on August 24, 2026 • 2 adults

    Cpt. Dunken was a fantastic guide. Got dad and I on fish the entire trip and made some great memories. Highly recommend!

FAQs about Dunkin Guide Systems

Dunkin Guide Systems offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $495 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour Trip (5 hours)
  • US $495 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour Trip - 7:30 AM (5 hours)
  • US $495 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour Trip - 8:00 AM (5 hours)
  • US $495 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour Trip - 8:30 AM (5 hours)
  • US $495 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour Trip - 9:00 AM (5 hours)
When you book a trip with Dunkin Guide Systems, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Dunkin Guide Systems include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (We buy live bait usually before the trip sometimes I get it from shrimpers on the water)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (I include fish cleaning at no extra charge on your trip )
Dunkin Guide Systems offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Dunkin Guide Systems offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Dunkin Guide Systems include:
  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout

Your captain

Douglas Dunkin
Douglas Dunkin
South Padre Island, Texas, United States
10 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
238 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since April 2018
Angler's Choice
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
I have always fished these waters since the early '70's with my grandfather. I have been a charter captain most of my adult life. I love being on the water and teaching people how to fish. That's why I have a no fish no pay policy. I use live bait or artificial depending on clients and what the fish are responding to.
Douglas Dunkin
Douglas Dunkin
Fully verified
Angler's Choice
10
reports
238
reviews
2018
member since
~1h
response
I have always fished these waters since the early '70's with my grandfather. I have been a charter captain most of my adult life. I love being on the water and teaching people how to fish. That's why I have a no fish no pay policy. I use live bait or artificial depending on clients and what the fish are responding to.

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead

Real catches by this captain

  • Large group of reef fish neatly arranged on a dockside fillet table beside charter boats.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +4
    Mangrove Snapper
    Cathryn C.
    Cathryn C.
    Caught 28 fish and the variety of fish was amazing . Gret experience, definitely do again. Captain Doug was GREAT!!!
  • Solo angler holding a large red drum with a distinct spotted tail aboard a center-console fishing boat on coastal waters.
    Fish 1
    Speckled Trout
    Matthew J.
    Matthew J.
    Cpt. Dunken was a fantastic guide. Got dad and I on fish the entire trip and made some great memories. Highly recommend!
  • A group of three anglers proudly posing with their catch of speckled trout displayed on a board after a successful fishing trip.
    Kendra B.
    Kendra B.
    this trip was great, learned a few new things and we definitely got our limit. definitely need to check this one out. worth the trip
  • A variety of fish, including Snapper and Grouper, neatly arranged on a fillet table at the dock, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Mangrove Snapper
    Lindsay R.
    Lindsay R.
    Doug was great. We were a group of three with 2 being teenage boys. I asked Doug to put the boys on fish. Did he ever! It ended uo being a meat haul. The boys were happy, Dad was happy, and Im pretty sure Doug was too! Thanks Captain! We will return.
  • Family group posing aboard a center-console fishing boat while holding a large redfish caught on a coastal fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +3
    Black Drum
    Ray R.
    Ray R.
    Capt was great the whole time! Started out w a 50+lb drum and then hammered the mangroves. Everyone in the family caught some fish! From the capt, to the boat, and gear all was top notch - made for a lifetime worth of memories.
  • Adult angler holding a large spotted seatrout aboard a fishing boat in coastal waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Speckled Trout
    Mario E.
    Mario E.
    Capt. Dunkin was awesome to fish with. He did a great job coaching the kids how to get the fish on the boat and how to catch trout and Reds on artificial lures. He got us started on Live Croaker and we caught a bunch of under sizd trout, but After we Lost the 1st keeper it looked like we might not get to keep fish. His experience and knowledge of the bay quickly got us turned around. He took is to a remote spot, put us on a drift and enough said...easily caught over 50 fish today. Amazing!
  • A young angler proudly displaying a freshly caught fish while fishing on a boat, showcasing a fun day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Mangrove Snapper
    Jacob E.
    Jacob E.
    Had a great time with Captain Doug! The family enjoyed catching fish. It was the family’s first time fishing, and Captain Doug made sure we enjoyed our time.
  • A variety of fish, including Snapper and Grouper, displayed on a fillet table at the dock after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Mutton Snapper
    Jaymee B.
    Jaymee B.
    Doug was very knowledgeable and put us on lots of fish! Had an absolute blast! Landed 21 fish and probably lost at least 10
  • An angler proudly displaying a striped Sheepshead fish on the dock after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Sheepshead
    Marie T.
    Marie T.
    My husband and I took our 12 year old nephew on a bay fishing trip. Capt’s motto is, of you dont catch you dont pay. oh we caught alright-42 keepers and 12 throw backs! Dunkin will put you on fish. He is straight forward and no frills. So, if your kid is sensitive they may not adjuat to him. we had a blast and our nephew caught several different species of fish. We will be back! Now onto fosh tacos, fish fry, grilled fish… Thanks-Capt. Dunkn!
  • Angler reeling in a fish beside a small fishing boat in open coastal water, with the catch breaking the surface near a landing net.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Sean S.
    Sean S.
    Captain Doig was great and instructed my son how to fish. this was his first fishing experience and learned the basics of holding the rod, casting. and reeling in. Captain Doug had lots of knowledge and knew were to go to find the fish.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
22 ft
Year built
2026
Boat manufacturer
Dargel Boats
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
32 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
We buy live bait usually before the trip sometimes I get it from shrimpers on the water
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
I include fish cleaning at no extra charge on your trip

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
Kids are welcome . I love teaching fishing to the next generation
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed
Disabled accessible

How you can pay

Pay online in full
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
Book with 50% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 50% 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
 PayPal
 Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

What’s biting in South Padre Island right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
FlounderFlounder
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
RedfishRedfish
SheepsheadSheepshead
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
SnookSnook
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

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