Salty Peters Guide Service 

4.9/5 (88 reviews)
 Dolphin Point Marina, Port O'Connor, TX 77982, United States

Salty Peters Guide Service 

4.9/5 (88 reviews)
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Dolphin Point Marina
Port O'Connor, TX, United States

Salty Peters Guide Service operates out of Port O’Connor and offers fishing trips within the area year round. Captain Jon has been fishing the Port O’Connor/Seadrift area (West Matagorda, Espiritu Santo, and San Antonio Bays) for over 20 years. During the trip, Capt. Jon educates anglers as to why the fish are in that location and where they are headed.  You will be treated to knowledge of the history of the area. You can either wade or fish from the boat.

You will leave from a private dock. 

Your trip will take place on a 26' Mowdy catamaran that accommodates up to 4 guest with a T-top which is perfect for shade in the Texas summers.  This bay boat is perfect for exploring the back bays and/or shorelines.

During your trip, you will use either artificial lures or bait (either live or dead - bait is not included within daily rate), depending upon your comfort level, your request, and what the fish are biting on You will target Redfish, Trout, Sheepshead, and Black Drum. Trips are either five or eight hours.

Capt. Jon has all the rods and reel. If you want to wade and need the gear (except for boots) he has that too. All you will need to bring is your fishing license, snacks and drinks of your choice for the day.

Trips include fish cleaning.

It’s easy to get ready for a trip with Salty Peters Guide Service. Secure your place on the boat on time and join the action.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 88 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (64)

A foggy great time!!
A foggy great time!!
great time on the water
+61

Angler rating

82
5
1
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

96%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

99%

Caught fish

95%

Showing 1 - 5 of 88 reviews
Showing: 5 of 88 reviews
Jerome Gonzales
Jerome Gonzales
5.0
Verified
Professioinal and informative
8 Hour Trip on May 30, 20254 adults
First time with John Peters. John was quite a fisherman and an instructor. He offered for us to fish how we wanted. One buddy was not well and fished from the boat. The other two of us fished with paddle tails. He fitted us with wading belts and instructed us in the proper use of it. Safety was first, a storm was coming and we started for the docks well before it got to us, but we did stop closer to the dock to fish. Got some keeper trout and a few rat reds. Overall, worth the money and an enjoyable time
Reported catch:
Speckled Trout
1
Justin Crow
Justin Crow
5.0
Verified
great time on the water
5 Hour Trip (AM) on November 8, 20254 adults
the bite started slow and we had 2 keeper reds and a black drum but prbably caught 15 total reds 8-10 black drum and a few hard heads. John did a great job of putting us on the fish and making sure we were baited up. had a great time
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Steven E Estrada
Steven E Estrada
4.7
Verified
New
A foggy great time!!
5 Hour Trip (AM) on December 7, 20254 adults
We had a great time. The weather didn’t help at all. We were in some pretty thick fog. We didn’t get to move around as much for safety reasons but we still had a blast!!
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Reported catch:
Redfish
Black Drum
0
Jeb Owen
Jeb Owen
5.0
Verified
Great day on the water!
5 Hour Trip (PM) on April 18, 20253 adults
I’ve been on several different charters, from South Padre, Port A, to Orange Beach, Captain Jon and Salty Peter’s was my best experience I’ve had. It was as windy day, but Captain Jon put us in the right places to still catch fish. Great patience and a great teacher, Captain Jon’s knowledge and experience in the area pays off. We will be back!
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Reported catch:
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Black Drum
0
Joel Malone
Joel Malone
5.0
Verified
Recent fishing trip
5 Hour Trip (PM) on May 29, 20253 adults
Captain Jon was a great host. We were hoping to catch some good sized fish but unfortunately it wasn’t a good fishing day. He did everything he could though to try and find some good fishing spots. We hope to come back in the fall and try our luck again!
Reported catch:
Redfish
Black Drum
0

Trip availability and prices

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5 Hour Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
5 Hour Trip
starts at 6:30 AM
US $550
Entire boat: up to 3 people
5 Hour Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
5 Hour Trip
starts at 2:00 PM
US $550
Entire boat: up to 3 people
8 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 Hour Trip
starts at 6:30 AM
US $700
Entire boat: up to 3 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 88 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (64)

A foggy great time!!
A foggy great time!!
great time on the water
+61

Angler rating

82
5
1
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

96%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

99%

Caught fish

95%

Showing 1 - 5 of 88 reviews
Showing: 5 of 88 reviews
Jerome Gonzales
Jerome Gonzales
5.0
Verified
Professioinal and informative
8 Hour Trip on May 30, 20254 adults
First time with John Peters. John was quite a fisherman and an instructor. He offered for us to fish how we wanted. One buddy was not well and fished from the boat. The other two of us fished with paddle tails. He fitted us with wading belts and instructed us in the proper use of it. Safety was first, a storm was coming and we started for the docks well before it got to us, but we did stop closer to the dock to fish. Got some keeper trout and a few rat reds. Overall, worth the money and an enjoyable time
Reported catch:
Speckled Trout
1
Justin Crow
Justin Crow
5.0
Verified
great time on the water
5 Hour Trip (AM) on November 8, 20254 adults
the bite started slow and we had 2 keeper reds and a black drum but prbably caught 15 total reds 8-10 black drum and a few hard heads. John did a great job of putting us on the fish and making sure we were baited up. had a great time
Review media 0
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1
Steven E Estrada
Steven E Estrada
4.7
Verified
New
A foggy great time!!
5 Hour Trip (AM) on December 7, 20254 adults
We had a great time. The weather didn’t help at all. We were in some pretty thick fog. We didn’t get to move around as much for safety reasons but we still had a blast!!
Review media 0
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Reported catch:
Redfish
Black Drum
0
Jeb Owen
Jeb Owen
5.0
Verified
Great day on the water!
5 Hour Trip (PM) on April 18, 20253 adults
I’ve been on several different charters, from South Padre, Port A, to Orange Beach, Captain Jon and Salty Peter’s was my best experience I’ve had. It was as windy day, but Captain Jon put us in the right places to still catch fish. Great patience and a great teacher, Captain Jon’s knowledge and experience in the area pays off. We will be back!
Review media 0
Review media 1
Reported catch:
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Black Drum
0
Joel Malone
Joel Malone
5.0
Verified
Recent fishing trip
5 Hour Trip (PM) on May 29, 20253 adults
Captain Jon was a great host. We were hoping to catch some good sized fish but unfortunately it wasn’t a good fishing day. He did everything he could though to try and find some good fishing spots. We hope to come back in the fall and try our luck again!
Reported catch:
Redfish
Black Drum
0

FAQs about Salty Peters Guide Service

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The fish you can target

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
26 ft
Year built
2025
Boat manufacturer
Mowdy
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
50 knots
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