Coastal Guide Service Rockport 

5.0
(60 reviews)
 Cove Harbor North, Rockport, TX 78382, United States–

Coastal Guide Service Rockport 

Rockport, TX, United States
–
25 ft
5
5.0
(60 reviews)

Based out of Rockport, Coastal Guide Service is your ticket to a memorable time on the water.

Come on aboard with Capt. Chris, whose main priority is to get you on some fish. Expect to use techniques like light tackle, heavy tackle, bottom fishing, and fly fishing, based on the species you're targeting. Speaking of which, you have the option of 4 to 8-hour trips, where you'll be fishing for the likes of Redfish, Black Drum, Speckled Trout, and Sheepshead, depending on the specific season and the day's weather.

Your fishing adventure starts on a 25' Dargel boat that can safely take up to 5 anglers. This boat features an ice box and a wireless trolling motor. The price of your trip includes all the rods, reels, and terminal tackle you'll need for a productive day on the water.

Please keep in mind you'll need to get a fishing license before the start of the trip. You'll be able to keep any legal species caught during the trip. Up for a family trip? This is a children-friendly business, so bring your loved ones to share these memories with.

The price of your trip also includes complimentary drinks, but you're welcome to bring your own. Please let the captain know if you have any questions or special requests.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Coastal Guide Service.

Based out of Rockport, Coastal Guide Service is your ticket to a memorable time on the water.

Come on aboard with Capt. Chris, whose main priority is to get you on some fish. Expect to use techniques like light tackle, heavy tackle, bottom fishing, and fly fishing, based on the species you're targeting. Speaking of which, you have the option of 4 to 8-hour trips, where you'll be fishing for the likes of Redfish, Black Drum, Speckled Trout, and Sheepshead, depending on the specific season and the day's weather.

Your fishing adventure starts on a 25' Dargel boat that can safely take up to 5 anglers. This boat features an ice box and a wireless trolling motor. The price of your trip includes all the rods, reels, and terminal tackle you'll need for a productive day on the water.

Please keep in mind you'll need to get a fishing license before the start of the trip. You'll be able to keep any legal species caught during the trip. Up for a family trip? This is a children-friendly business, so bring your loved ones to share these memories with.

The price of your trip also includes complimentary drinks, but you're welcome to bring your own. Please let the captain know if you have any questions or special requests.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Coastal Guide Service.

Chris Pace
Captain
Chris Pace
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Half Day Trip – Bay Fishing (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $500
Entire boat: 2 people
Half Day Trip – Bay Fishing (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 3:30 PM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $500
Entire boat: 2 people

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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (86)

What anglers say

100%
Great experience
100%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
89%
Caught fish

All reviews (60)

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Kent Rhodes
Kent Rhodes
us
Texas, US
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
Cool dude, cool boat
Half Day Trip – Bay Fishing (AM) on September 14, 2024 • 3 adults

We had a great time with Capt Chris! My son is going through some health struggles and Chris was very accommodating to make sure he had a good time. We went after what my kid wanted to catch, and Chris had him hooked up within 30 minutes of hitting the water lol. Also, awesome boat! Probably the nicest guide boat I have ever been on. If Chris told me he brought the boat straight from the showroom I would not have questioned him. We are going to return for duck hunting when it gets colder hopefully!

Reported catch:
Redfish
Chris Pace
Response from Captain

Had a great trip on a four star boat. Lol hope to have y’all again soon.

Angela Nixon-neal
Angela Nixon-neal
Member since 2024
5.0
Happy Birthday to my loving wife
Half Day Trip – Bay Fishing (AM) on June 8, 2024

Chris met us early on Saturday morning. We all watched the sun come up. Beautiful day. The day started with a nice boat ride out to the stop. Catch a few fish but pushed on to several other places. Chris told me that after 10 am the fish come alive. He was right. In less than 30 minutes we caught another 10 Drum. Total catch by 10:30 am 12 Drum and 1 Red. That’s not counting the ones we had to through back. Thanks Chris for making my birthday the best ever. Highly recommend for a great time.

Reported catch:
Redfish
Black Drum
Chris Pace
Response from Captain

Thanks for the great trip, I look forward to having y’all again

Danny Leal
Danny Leal
us
Texas, US
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
Slamming the Redfish!!
Half Day Trip – Bay Fishing (AM) on November 2, 2024 • 3 adults

Chris expertly put is in a position to limit out on Reds to include a 34 whopper and a few others that were tournament worthy fish! Could not have asked for a better day on the water; the rain before sunrise made no matter. Being back in the flats hitting the fish with the ducks flying over head made our trip with Captin Chris perfect. Can wait to do it again!

Chris Pace
Response from Captain

Thank you for the great review. I hope to have y’all again soon.

Shane Williamson
Shane Williamson
us
Texas, US
Member since 2023
5.0
Verified
Amazing 4 hours of great fishing
Half Day Trip – Bay Fishing (PM) on March 13, 2023 • 2 adults

Had an amazing time. Chris with Coastal Guide Service put us on the fish. My son and I couldn’t reel them in fast enough. We didn’t expect much at all as the weather was less then ideal but Chris not only knew how to navigate around the conditions, he made it the best trip we have ever had. We didn’t just find our forever go to guide, we made a great friend. Chris isn’t only an extremely knowledgeable fisherman, he is an all around great guy who made us feel comfortable from the start.

Reported catch:
Redfish
Chris Pace
Response from Captain

Thank you for the great review and I hope to see you soon!!!

Anthony  Senser
Anthony Senser
Repeat angler
us
Texas, US
Member since 2022
4 trips
5.0
Verified
So much fun!
Half Day Trip – Bay Fishing (PM) on October 26, 2022 • 5 adults

Wow, we had so much fun with Capt. Chris Pace of Coastal Guide Service yesterday. Our group of three caught lady fish, spotted trouts, cat fish, and a bunch of red and black drums. Chris knew his territory and we caught something at every spot he hit. Consider chartering the four hour evening trip starting at 3:30 pm (a huge plus if you don’t want to get up early to catch the morning fish run). We had a beautiful sunset that was the background of us constantly reeling in fish. We are relatively experienced anglers whom have taken many chartered fishing excursions in the past. This excursion is by far one of the best experience that we’ve ever had. Thank you Capt. Chris Pace for your patience and knowledge, and giving us a lifetime worth of wonderful memories. WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND Coastal Guide Service. Five stars for sure. Cheers and good fishing! -Tony Senser, Art Zamorano, Al Federico, Oct. 26th, 2022.

Chris Pace
Response from Captain

WoW thank you for the kind words. I look forward to having you back. Great people, great time!!!

FAQs about Coastal Guide Service Rockport

Coastal Guide Service Rockport offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip – Bay Fishing (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip – Bay Fishing (PM) (4 hours)
When you book a trip with Coastal Guide Service Rockport, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Coastal Guide Service Rockport include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks
Coastal Guide Service Rockport offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Flats fishing
Coastal Guide Service Rockport offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Fly fishing
Top targeted fish species with Coastal Guide Service Rockport include:
  • Black Drum
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Speckled Trout

Your captain

Chris Pace
Chris Pace
Rockport, Texas, United States
69 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since April 2022
My name is Chris Pace. My wife Jennifer and our four children moved to Rockport a year ago after spending summers here for the last 30 years. Living on the road as a welder in the oilfield for 15 years helped me make that decision. We sold our ranch in Tyler and traded spurs and saddles for boats and fishing poles. Now, as a real estate agent and guide, I look forward to sharing my knowledge of the area gained over all these years coming here. I enjoy people, teaching, and learning new things. Let's get hooked up and go fishing!
Chris Pace
Chris Pace
69
reviews
2022
member since
~1h
response
My name is Chris Pace. My wife Jennifer and our four children moved to Rockport a year ago after spending summers here for the last 30 years. Living on the road as a welder in the oilfield for 15 years helped me make that decision. We sold our ranch in Tyler and traded spurs and saddles for boats and fishing poles. Now, as a real estate agent and guide, I look forward to sharing my knowledge of the area gained over all these years coming here. I enjoy people, teaching, and learning new things. Let's get hooked up and go fishing!

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Black Drum
Black Drum
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout

Real catches by this captain

  • Three anglers proudly displaying their catch of the day, featuring several large fish on a board at a marina, with sailboats in the background.
    Danny L.
    Danny L.
    Chris expertly put is in a position to limit out on Reds to include a 34 whopper and a few others that were tournament worthy fish! Could not have asked for a better day on the water; the rain before sunrise made no matter. Being back in the flats hitting the fish with the ducks flying over head made our trip with Captin Chris perfect. Can wait to do it again!
  • Child angler and adult proudly hold a large redfish aboard a center-console fishing boat in coastal waters.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Amanda T.
    Amanda T.
    Highly recommend a trip with Chris! He was patient and fun with our son, helped us catch great fish, and didn’t cancel on us due to the sporty weather.
  • Young angler holding a large red drum with a distinctive tail spot aboard a fishing boat in coastal waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Redfish
    Shane W.
    Shane W.
    Had an amazing time. Chris with Coastal Guide Service put us on the fish. My son and I couldn’t reel them in fast enough. We didn’t expect much at all as the weather was less then ideal but Chris not only knew how to navigate around the conditions, he made it the best trip we have ever had. We didn’t just find our forever go to guide, we made a great friend. Chris isn’t only an extremely knowledgeable fisherman, he is an all around great guy who made us feel comfortable from the start.
  • Adult angler proudly holding a freshly caught inshore fish aboard a center-console fishing boat on calm coastal waters.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Justin R.
    Justin R.
    My brother and his friends had an amazing time fishing with Chris. He took them to spots where they were non stop catching fish. Everyone loved him as a guide and the fact that he never threw dalton over board is a real sign of his professionalism :D
  • Adult angler viewed from behind on a boat at sunset, with open water and a small section of the boat visible.
    Fish 1
    Black Drum
    Denise G.
    Denise G.
    Lots of fun!
  • Two adult anglers fishing from the bow of a center-console boat in bright coastal waters, with rods deployed and shoreline buildings in the background.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    John D.
    John D.
    Capt Chris was well covered with all the necessary equipment. Not the best time to fish, but I wanted the best for my ladies Birthday! Chris and it a special day and did everything he could. Great experience and will be calling him in October!
  • Three young anglers showcase a fish catch aboard a boat, with a cooler filled with multiple fish visible beside them.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Sheepshead
    Tony H.
    Tony H.
    Grateful for the memories our kids (8,6,4) made on our 9am-1pm trip with Capt Chris in January. Capt Chris was great for the family and we all enjoyed it.
  • Two anglers proudly displaying a large Redfish against a stunning sunset backdrop while out on the water.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Adam M.
    Adam M.
    Captain Chris was excellent. We caught a bunch of fish, and he was super knowledgeable about things. I highly recommend him.
  • Two anglers proudly displaying their catches, a Redfish and a Striped Bass, while fishing in calm waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Redfish
    Anthony S.
    Anthony S.
    Wow, we had so much fun with Capt. Chris Pace of Coastal Guide Service yesterday. Our group of three caught lady fish, spotted trouts, cat fish, and a bunch of red and black drums. Chris knew his territory and we caught something at every spot he hit. Consider chartering the four hour evening trip starting at 3:30 pm (a huge plus if you don’t want to get up early to catch the morning fish run). We had a beautiful sunset that was the background of us constantly reeling in fish. We are relatively experienced anglers whom have taken many chartered fishing excursions in the past. This excursion is by far one of the best experience that we’ve ever had. Thank you Capt. Chris Pace for your patience and knowledge, and giving us a lifetime worth of wonderful memories. WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND Coastal Guide Service. Five stars for sure. Cheers and good fishing! -Tony Senser, Art Zamorano, Al Federico, Oct. 26th, 2022.
  • Adult angler proudly holding a large redfish on the deck of a fishing boat at sunset.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Dennis W.
    Dennis W.
    Captain did what he could to put us on some fish , just crappy weather, he can put us there, just can’t make them bite, had an awesome time tho, captain is super cool and I will be using him again in the future

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
2022
Boat manufacturer
Dargel
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Flats Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Fly 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
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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
No smoking
No alcohol
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
 PayPal

What’s biting in Rockport right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
RedfishRedfish
SheepsheadSheepshead
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

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