Today We Fish – South Padre Island 

5.0/5 (161 reviews)
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State licensed
 201 West Polaris Drive, South Padre Island, TX 78597, United States

Today We Fish – South Padre Island 

Up to 9 miles
South Padre Island, TX, United States
25 ft
5
5.0/5 (161 reviews)

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Today We Fish Outfitters specializes in drift fishing and wade fishing the flats in the bay for Redfish, Flounder, Black Drum and Speckled Trout. If you’re an angler who enjoys to catch, photograph, and release – by all means, you are welcome to come on board, just as well as those who want to keep their catch!

You’ll be fishing on a 25’ Majek that accommodates up to 5 guests. This bay boat is powered by a 300 hp Suzuki engine, features navigational electronics, a live bait tank, and a cooler.  A licensed USCG Captain with all the necessary safety equipment on board, so you can feel safe and enjoy your fishing trip.

You’ll fish with lures, both hard and soft, You can also use live bait at an additional fee such as live shrimp and croaker (extra cost) Don’t miss out on the chance to fish with a popping cork the way Trout like it.

All your fishing equipment, catch cleaning, and refreshing drinks are covered by the captain. You’ll need to bring your fishing license and pack some snacks for the day.

No matter what type of trip you choose, it’s a sight to be seen. And yes, the big Redfish and Trout do come out and play.

Today We Fish Outfitters specializes in drift fishing and wade fishing the flats in the bay for Redfish, Flounder, Black Drum and Speckled Trout. If you’re an angler who enjoys to catch, photograph, and release – by all means, you are welcome to come on board, just as well as those who want to keep their catch!

You’ll be fishing on a 25’ Majek that accommodates up to 5 guests. This bay boat is powered by a 300 hp Suzuki engine, features navigational electronics, a live bait tank, and a cooler.  A licensed USCG Captain with all the necessary safety equipment on board, so you can feel safe and enjoy your fishing trip.

You’ll fish with lures, both hard and soft, You can also use live bait at an additional fee such as live shrimp and croaker (extra cost) Don’t miss out on the chance to fish with a popping cork the way Trout like it.

All your fishing equipment, catch cleaning, and refreshing drinks are covered by the captain. You’ll need to bring your fishing license and pack some snacks for the day.

No matter what type of trip you choose, it’s a sight to be seen. And yes, the big Redfish and Trout do come out and play.

Captain Steven Hillary
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Captain Steven Hillary
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Trip availability and prices

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3 Hour Morning Bay Fishing Trip
In high demand Last booked: 1 day ago
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Jack Crevalle
Black Drum
Redfish
Flounder
+3
US $350
Entire boat: 2 people
3 Hour Afternoon Bay Fishing Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 12:00 PM
Jack Crevalle
Black Drum
Redfish
Flounder
+3
US $350
Entire boat: 2 people
5 Hour Morning Bay Fishing Trip
In high demand Last booked: 2 days ago
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Jack Crevalle
Snook
Black Drum
Redfish
+4
US $400
Entire boat: 2 people
5 Hour Afternoon Bay Fishing Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Jack Crevalle
Black Drum
Redfish
Flounder
+1
US $400
Entire boat: 2 people
Full Day 8 Hour Fishing Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Jack Crevalle
Snook
Black Drum
Redfish
+5
US $900
Entire boat: 2 people
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5.0
161 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (283)

What anglers say

99%
Great experience
99%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
96%
Recommended
97%
Caught fish

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Chamonix Mann
Chamonix Mann
Repeat angler
us
Texas, US
Member since 2022
2 trips
5.0
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Incredible Fishing Trip!!
5 Hour Morning Bay Fishing Trip on June 19, 20261 adult1 child

From start to finish, this experience was memorable, fun, and incredibly well run. Captain Steve was friendly, knowledgeable, and made us feel welcome and comfortable. My 7 year old son hasn’t stopped talking about the adventure and was thrilled with everything they saw and the amount of fish they caught. What really stood out was how family friendly the trip was while still being exciting and engaging. You can tell Captain Steve genuinely cares about creating a great experience for his guests. If you’re looking for a fun outing near South Padre that both adults and kids will love, this is it. We highly recommend it and would absolutely book again!

Reported catch:
Speckled Trout
Captain Steven Hillary
Response from Captain

Thank You and hope you come again

Brad Bessey
Brad Bessey
us
Nebraska, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Captain Steve
5 Hour Morning Bay Fishing Trip on March 13, 20264 adults

Our guide Captain Steve was excellent. Hes very knowledgeable and personable. His equipment was all in great shape. He made sure my wife and kids were comfortable, He worked with them on casting. great with kids. Fishing was a little slow due to bad weather the previous day but he didnt give up. He took us to 10 different spots making sure we had the best experience possible. I would highly recommend him and hope to go out with him again sometime. His boat was very spacious and well… it kicked a**. Thanks again Captain Steve for giving us a great experience.

Reported catch:
Speckled Trout
Captain Steven Hillary
Response from Captain

Thank you hope to see you again.

David Lorenzi
David Lorenzi
us
Texas, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Great family activity!
5 Hour Morning Bay Fishing Trip on July 1, 20265 adults

Our family of five had a blast. Captain Steve took us out far enough that we all caught fish and moved around to ensure the best catch. We were all pleasantly surprised with how easy it was to catch fish and within the first few minutes we had fish on ice. Captain Steve was very friendly and helpful, we would definitely recommend this trip to others and look forward to future trips!

Captain Steven Hillary
Response from Captain

thank you for the kind words

Matthew Abbott
Matthew Abbott
Repeat angler
us
Texas, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
Book this trip for Captain Steve
3 Hour Morning Bay Fishing Trip on July 3, 20264 adults1 child

Steve was amazing. Communication, transparency and informative prior to the trip. My 5 year old boy came with us and Steve made the entire trip about him - in addition to helping 3 other adults bag out on trout. My boy will remember this trip forever and Steve played a huge part of that. Clean boat, put us on fish, cleaned fish. Zero complaints. I will be back.

Reported catch:
Speckled Trout
Captain Steven Hillary
Response from Captain

awesome thank you and tell mason keep fishing, and ill be looking for that nilgai.

Cody Cox
Cody Cox
Repeat angler
us
Texas, US
Member since 2024
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Great Family Fishing Memory
Full Day 8 Hour Fishing Trip on May 16, 20262 adults2 children

Big Thanks to Captain Steve. He helped make a memorable fishing trip for my family. He made both my daughters feel very comfortable the whole trip, and gave them great advice on casting. We used live bait and lures throughout the trip leading to a successful fishing trip. He took us to multiple fishing spots as the bite changed. We caught 7 trout and 1 redfish in the slot, and many more outside the allowable slot size. My daughter even caught an oversized 25" trout. Thanks for memories Captain!!

Reported catch:
Speckled Trout
Redfish
Captain Steven Hillary
Response from Captain

thank you for the trip and allowing myself to make memories for you

FAQs about Today We Fish – South Padre Island

Today We Fish – South Padre Island offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $350 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 3 Hour Afternoon Bay Fishing Trip (3 hours)
  • US $350 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 3 Hour Morning Bay Fishing Trip (3 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour Afternoon Bay Fishing Trip (5 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour Morning Bay Fishing Trip (5 hours)
  • US $900 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Full Day 8 Hour Fishing Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Today We Fish – South Padre Island, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Today We Fish – South Padre Island include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Extra fee will be added at market value)
  • Lures (All Plastic)
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Fish Cleaning provided )
  • Drinks (Bottled water/Gatorade)
Today We Fish – South Padre Island offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing (Do not fish freshwater)
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (Red Snapper Trip Only)
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Today We Fish – South Padre Island offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift fishing
  • Deep sea fishing (Red Snapper When Weather Permits)
Top targeted fish species with Today We Fish – South Padre Island include:
  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Pompano
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Bonnethead)
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Speckled Trout

Your captain

Captain Steven Hillary
Captain Steven Hillary
Captain Steven Hillary

South Padre Island, Texas, United States

186 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
181 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since June 2023
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Get ready for an adrenaline-pumping fishing adventure in the lower Laguna Madre waters! I've been exploring these epic fishing grounds since 2014, when I moved here from Chicago, Illinois. I am a marine veteran with 10 years of service and a passionate angler. I can't wait to share my love for fishing with you and teach you some incredible techniques that will make your fishing experience unforgettable!

186 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
181 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since June 2023
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.

Get ready for an adrenaline-pumping fishing adventure in the lower Laguna Madre waters! I've been exploring these epic fishing grounds since 2014, when I moved here from Chicago, Illinois. I am a marine veteran with 10 years of service and a passionate angler. I can't wait to share my love for fishing with you and teach you some incredible techniques that will make your fishing experience unforgettable!

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Pompano
Pompano
Redfish
Redfish
Bonnethead Shark
Bonnethead Shark
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Pompano
Pompano
Redfish
Redfish

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
2024
Boat manufacturer
Majek
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
65 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Do not fish freshwater
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Red Snapper Trip Only
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing
Red Snapper When Weather Permits

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Ice box
Radar

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Extra fee will be added at market value
Lures
All Plastic
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fish Cleaning provided
Drinks
Bottled water/Gatorade

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 agreed upon reservation

Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.

Child friendly
Kid Friendly Guide
You keep catch
Your choice to keep catch
Catch and release allowed
for the thrill only

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.

What’s biting in South Padre Island right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
FlounderFlounder
Jack CrevalleJack Crevalle
PompanoPompano
RedfishRedfish
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
Snapper (Red)Snapper (Red)
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

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