GULF COAST YAKER’S🦈 (Surfside) 

4.8/5 (8 reviews)
 Surfside Beach, Freeport, TX 77422, United States

GULF COAST YAKER’S🦈 (Surfside) 

Freeport, TX, United States
15
4.8/5 (8 reviews)

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➡️LAND BASED ONLY‼️ NO BOAT‼️ Deposit will not be returned due to booking error. PLEASE READ EVERYTHING ⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️
Times and Locations can be moved.

Land-based shark fishing is one of the most exciting and fastest-growing branches of sport fishing, and Texas is a great place to learn how to target sharks and game species from the beach.
For a fraction of the cost of a big-game charter boat booking, you can experience the thrill and satisfaction of catching, photographing, and releasing your own Gulf Coast giant.

We always offer an all-inclusive package - top quality tackle and guiding services, the best bait and equipment - so you can just turn up and know you stand a great chance of putting a fish of a lifetime on the sand. 

What should I bring on a guided surf fishing trip with Gulf Coast Yaker?
* Sunscreen, sunglasses (polarised), sunhat
* Chairs (we normally provide chairs) but if you have something you prefer you are welcome to bring it along.
* Suitable clothing for spending the day in the sun and possibly getting wet (we recommend long-sleeved, UV-resistant)
* Beach towel and/or change of clothes
* If fishing into the evening, please also be aware that temperatures at night can be quite cool so please bring a warm/windproof jacket, hoodie, and pants to change into
* A good quality head-lamp with fresh batteries for afternoon-into-evening sessions
* Drinks and food for the day
* Camera or camera phone
What is provided on a guided surf fishing trip with Gulf Coast Yaker?
* All fishing equipment (rods, reels, rigs, etc)
* All bait
* Water
* 1 meal only on overnight trips

We will send a text to the provided phone number as soon as we are set up at the fishing location.
Fishing time usually starts at 10:00 AM if the weather permits, or just let us know when you'd like to start your trip!! We don't mind working with you.
We will always check the weather conditions a few days before the trip.

Thanks for choosing us!

➡️LAND BASED ONLY‼️ NO BOAT‼️ Deposit will not be returned due to booking error. PLEASE READ EVERYTHING ⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️
Times and Locations can be moved.

Land-based shark fishing is one of the most exciting and fastest-growing branches of sport fishing, and Texas is a great place to learn how to target sharks and game species from the beach.
For a fraction of the cost of a big-game charter boat booking, you can experience the thrill and satisfaction of catching, photographing, and releasing your own Gulf Coast giant.

We always offer an all-inclusive package - top quality tackle and guiding services, the best bait and equipment - so you can just turn up and know you stand a great chance of putting a fish of a lifetime on the sand. 

What should I bring on a guided surf fishing trip with Gulf Coast Yaker?
* Sunscreen, sunglasses (polarised), sunhat
* Chairs (we normally provide chairs) but if you have something you prefer you are welcome to bring it along.
* Suitable clothing for spending the day in the sun and possibly getting wet (we recommend long-sleeved, UV-resistant)
* Beach towel and/or change of clothes
* If fishing into the evening, please also be aware that temperatures at night can be quite cool so please bring a warm/windproof jacket, hoodie, and pants to change into
* A good quality head-lamp with fresh batteries for afternoon-into-evening sessions
* Drinks and food for the day
* Camera or camera phone
What is provided on a guided surf fishing trip with Gulf Coast Yaker?
* All fishing equipment (rods, reels, rigs, etc)
* All bait
* Water
* 1 meal only on overnight trips

We will send a text to the provided phone number as soon as we are set up at the fishing location.
Fishing time usually starts at 10:00 AM if the weather permits, or just let us know when you'd like to start your trip!! We don't mind working with you.
We will always check the weather conditions a few days before the trip.

Thanks for choosing us!

GULF COAST YAKER’S (Land Based Fishing)
Captain
GULF COAST YAKER’S (Land Based Fishing)
7 years of experience
responds within an hour

Trip availability and prices

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July 2026
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4 HOUR (Day)
Non-refundable
4 hour trip starts at 10:00 AM
Black Drum
Redfish
Shark (Hammerhead)
Ladyfish
+7
US $500
Private tour: 2 people
4 HOUR (Evening)
Non-refundable
4 hour trip starts at 3:00 PM
Black Drum
Redfish
Shark (Hammerhead)
Ladyfish
+8
US $500
Private tour: 2 people
6 HOUR (Day)
Non-refundable
6 hour trip starts at 10:00 AM
Black Drum
Redfish
Shark (Hammerhead)
Ladyfish
+5
US $600
Private tour: up to 3 people
6 HOUR (Evening)
Non-refundable
6 hour trip starts at 5:00 PM
Black Drum
Redfish
Shark (Hammerhead)
Ladyfish
+5
US $600
Private tour: up to 3 people
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Rating

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

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Riley Roye
Riley Roye
us
Texas, US
Member since 2026
3.7
Verified
New
wish we could havw had more from the experience
8 HOUR on July 19, 20267 adults

This seems really cool because they have the drones take out the bait for you. Unfortunately, out of our 8 hours there, we only had 1 catch. Just sucks paying the full price when we only had the 1 catch. Scott was great, though. He was friendly and personable. Only thing I would recommend, is if it’s known that the fish aren’t really biting, let patrons know in advance. I would give them the deposit and just say hey, we will just go do something else.

GULF COAST YAKER’S (Land Based Fishing)
Response from Captain

i hate you didn’t catch anything.. unfortunately that is Fishing. I wish there was a way for us to be able to tell you we know you’re not gonna catch something. There’s not. Just like there’s no way we can tell you you are gonna catch something.. You just fish and hope for the best.. We’re fishing nearly every single day of the summer months and we are catching fish, 95% of that time. There are times that we cannot control if the fish do not bite. There’s always the question the clients can ask are the fish biting? That would also give you the chance to say “you can keep the deposit “ so you would be able to do something different. The last thing we want is for you not to catch a fish. But hey, we’re all human here. If I could tell you exactly what you’re gonna catch and when you’re gonna catch it, I would probably be doing something different. and there’s one thing that I can say and anyone that knows can say Scott has some of the best equipment in the business.. As everyone does in my outfit.. Wish you guys the best ..

Michael White
Michael White
us
Texas, US
Member since 2023
5.0
Verified
Fishing with GULF COAST YAKER’S
6 HOUR (Day) on March 18, 20231 adult2 children

Jeffrey Turner
Jeffrey Turner
us
Texas, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Absolutely will book with them again
4 HOUR (Evening) on March 22, 20252 adults

We had a great time. Steve and Coulter were awesome; had everything set up, walked us through everything we needed to know, and were really fun to hang out with for the day. We caught some very cool fish and had a fantastic day all around.

GULF COAST YAKER’S (Land Based Fishing)
Response from Captain

Had an awesome time with you guys! Thanks for choosing us..

Dusty McClung
Dusty McClung
us
Texas, US
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
Great Faqmily Fishing Trip
6 HOUR (Day) on May 31, 20242 adults

The weather was not great, but the crew fought through and had everything up and going when it cleared. Fantastic trip! We will do this every year when we visit the area. We caught multiple sharks on a really tough day. The entire day was one to remember for our family.

Reported catch:
Blacktip Shark
Bull Shark
Jessica Damm
Jessica Damm
Repeat angler
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2018
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Best gulf charter we have done!
6 HOUR (Day) on May 21, 20245 adults

This was a great experience and by far the best of several different charters we have done in the gulf. Steven and his k9 partner were wonderful to spend the day with - very knowledgeable and friendly!

Reported catch:
Redfish
Blacktip Shark

FAQs about GULF COAST YAKER’S🦈 (Surfside)

GULF COAST YAKER’S🦈 (Surfside) offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4 HOUR (Day) (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4 HOUR (Evening) (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 6 HOUR (Day) (6 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 6 HOUR (Evening) (6 hours)
Trips booked with GULF COAST YAKER’S🦈 (Surfside) include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
GULF COAST YAKER’S🦈 (Surfside) offers the following type of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing
GULF COAST YAKER’S🦈 (Surfside) offers the following fishing technique:
  • Bottom fishing
Top targeted fish species with GULF COAST YAKER’S🦈 (Surfside) include:
  • Black Drum
  • Crab
  • Kingfish (Southern)
  • Ladyfish
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Shark (Hammerhead)
  • Shark (Lemon)

Your captain

GULF COAST YAKER’S (Land Based Fishing)
GULF COAST YAKER’S (Land Based Fishing)
GULF COAST YAKER’S (Land Based Fishing)

Freeport, Texas, United States

68 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since November 2021

Have tons of fun fishing with Gulf Coast Yaker! With Gulf Coast Yaker we don't only take you fishing, but with an experienced and good-humored crew will help you have a wonderful land-based trip with an experience you want soon forget. With the tools and the talent we are very capable of putting you on and catching your personal best Shark or Red Fish.

68 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since November 2021

Have tons of fun fishing with Gulf Coast Yaker! With Gulf Coast Yaker we don't only take you fishing, but with an experienced and good-humored crew will help you have a wonderful land-based trip with an experience you want soon forget. With the tools and the talent we are very capable of putting you on and catching your personal best Shark or Red Fish.

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Crab
Crab
Southern Kingfish
Southern Kingfish
Ladyfish
Ladyfish
Redfish
Redfish
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Bull Shark
Bull Shark
Hammerhead Shark
Hammerhead Shark
Lemon Shark
Lemon Shark
Black Drum
Black Drum
Crab
Crab
Southern Kingfish
Southern Kingfish
Ladyfish
Ladyfish
Redfish
Redfish

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Bottom Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait

How cancellations work

Deposit non-refundable

If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.

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 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

 PayPal

What’s biting in Freeport right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
RedfishRedfish
Shark (Blacktip)Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Hammerhead)Shark (Hammerhead)

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