First Light Fishing Charters 

4.9/5 (119 reviews)
 
State licensed
 102 Cove Harbor South, Rockport, TX 78381, United States
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What could be better than a day spent on a bay fishing trip along one of the best fisheries on the Texas coast? Captain Jared has been fishing these waters since he was a kid and is the right man to help you enjoy this beautiful area.

Your vessel for the day will be a 25’ Majek bay boat, a wonderful craft not just for fishing but for cruising in style. It was originally built in 2019 and has a 250HP Yamaha engine which will take you to exhilarating speeds of up to 53 knots and get you to the best fishing spots in no time. It’s also equipped with fishfinder technology and with 2 live bait wells. Alternatively, you may go out on Capt. Jared’s airboat which is 20’ long and 8’ wide. The captain chooses the boat you’ll go on based on fishing conditions, making sure you have the right vessel to provide you with the most productive trip.

Capt. Jared specializes in inshore fishing meaning you’ll be chasing after fish such as Redfish, Black Drum, Flounder, and Speckled Seatrout. You’ll be trying out different techniques including drifting, using live bait, lures, and fly fishing. Fly fishing must be requested in advance, is for up to 3 anglers, and comes with an additional charge.

Quality rods and reels, as well as fresh live bait, will be waiting for you on board. You’ll also be provided with bottled water so just pack some food, any beverages besides water (no glass), sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat. You’re welcome to bring a small cooler for your drinks. After your trip, Capt. Jared will clean your catch so you can get it grilled at one of the nearby restaurants or take it home for a tasty dinner.

Once you’ve confirmed your booking and packed your gear you’ll be enjoying some of the best fishing available on the beautiful Gulf of Mexico.

The Texas mid-coast offers plenty of fish in plenty of sizes. Book your trip today!

Jared Mcculloch

Captain

Jared Mcculloch

7 years of experience
 ID & credentials verified

Highlights

 Live Bait
 You Keep Catch
 Catch cleaning & filleting
 Drinks
 Child Friendly
 Ice Box
 Rods, reels & tackle

Plan your trip

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Days:
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5 Hour Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Price for 2 people
US $650 
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FAQs about First Light Fishing Charters

What are the trip rates for First Light Fishing Charters?

First Light Fishing Charters offers the following trip to customers:

  • US $650 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour Trip (AM) (5 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with First Light Fishing Charters?

When you book a trip with First Light Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well 2
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box
What's included in the trip price with First Light Fishing Charters?

Trips booked with First Light Fishing Charters include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (I usually purchase or catch bait before the start of the trip so it’s straight to fishing! )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Pickups in Port Aransas does require an outside company to clean your catch. Prices are very reasonable. If departing from Rockport or Aransas Pass I do all the fish cleaning. )
  • Drinks (water)
What types of fishing does First Light Fishing Charters offer?

First Light Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:

  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing (Surf fishing mid/ late summer for trout and reds)
What fishing techniques does First Light Fishing Charters offer?

First Light Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Popping
  • Drift Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with First Light Fishing Charters?

Top targeted fish species with First Light Fishing Charters include:

  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Pompano
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Spotted Seatrout

Meet your captain

Jared Mcculloch

Rockport, Texas, United States

7 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
119 Customer reviews
Response time 1 hour
Member since March 2020

As a young kid all of my summers were spent in the Rockport, Aransas Pass and Port Aransas area. Fishing and watching as how the area changes and grows in and out of the water has been an amazingly fun challenge to work with.

Fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
Pompano
Pompano
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Spotted Seatrout
Spotted Seatrout

Your boat

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2023
Boat manufacturer
El Pescador
Boat type
Bay boat

Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
55 knots

Where you can fish

Inshore Fishing

Nearshore Fishing

Surf fishing mid/ late summer for trout and reds

How you can fish

Light Tackle

Bottom Fishing

Trolling

Popping

Drift Fishing

What's on board

GPS

Fishfinder

Live Bait Well

2

Wireless Trolling Motor

Ice Box

Included in the price

Rods, reels & tackle

Live Bait

I usually purchase or catch bait before the start of the trip so it’s straight to fishing!

Lures

Catch cleaning & filleting

Pickups in Port Aransas does require an outside company to clean your catch. Prices are very reasonable. If departing from Rockport or Aransas Pass I do all the fish cleaning.

Drinks

water

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.

Listing policies

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child Friendly

Kids are always welcome aboard! We are in protected bays with calm waters that rarely get rough. Any questions please feel free to get in contact!

You Keep Catch

Catch and Release Allowed

How to pay

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Rockport right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
FlounderFlounder
RedfishRedfish
SheepsheadSheepshead

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