Today We Fish – South Padre Island 

4.9/5 (85 reviews)
  Recent reports
 
State licensed
 Pompano Avenue, Port Isabel, TX 78578, United States

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

Captain

Captain Steven Hillary

15 years of experience
 ID & credentials verified
 responds within an hour

Most popular features:

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

Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
Days:
Group Size:
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3 Hour (AM) Bay Fishing Trip

 In demand! Last booked: 1 day ago

FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
3 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
Price for 2 people
US $350 
5 Hour (AM) Bay Fishing Trip

 Just booked! Last booked: 4 hours ago

FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
Price for 2 people
US $400 
5 Hour (PM) Bay Fishing Trip

 In demand! Last booked: 5 days ago

FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
Price for 2 people
US $400 
There are 23 people looking at this charter.

Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 85 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (161)

Awesome fishing trip especially with kids
Awesome fishing trip especially with kids
Awesome fishing trip especially with kids
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Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

98%

Appropriate for children

98%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

95%

Caught fish

95%

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Juan D.
Juan D.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Awesome fishing trip especially with kids

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5 Hour (AM) Bay Fishing Trip on July 7, 2025

Went to meet the captain at 6:30. Great guy especially with the kiddo. My son is 2 years old but the captain made him feel involved as much as everyone else on the boat. The best part to was as soon as we got out to the first fishing location and started casting. We were catching trout within 5 mins of thowing our live bait in. This trip is a must to come back to for an amazing experience and family time. Thank you for all the help and teaching us first timers what we gotta do and use to get some nice catches on board. See ya next summer!

Went to meet the captain at 6:30. Great guy especially with the kiddo. My son is 2 years old but the captain made him feel involved as much as everyone else on the boat. The best part to was as soon as we got out to the first fishing location and started casting. We were catching trout within 5 mins of thowing our live bait in. This trip is a must to come back to for an amazing experience and family time. Thank you for all the help and teaching us first timers what we gotta do and use to get...  

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 Juan D. recommends Today We Fish – South Padre Island
Captain Steven Hillary
Captain Steven Hillary (The Captain)
Replied on July 8, 2025
Thank you

Jeremy K.
Jeremy K.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Amazing Last Minute Fishing Trip at SPI- Give this Captain a Medal!

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5 Hour (AM) Bay Fishing Trip on May 9, 2025

I was looking for a last minute, spur-of-the moment fishing trip in South Padre Island. I've used other guides before but Captain Steve gets the gold medal. I saw that he was available, read a few reviews on him (thank you past clients, you were spot on), messaged him from the App, and he replied within a few minutes. Within 15 minutes we had the trip planned, paid for, and instructions ready on where to meet him the next morning. Like clockwork, Captain Steve was there at the boat launch, boat in the water, ready to go. From the beginning Steve was extremely informative and talkative about conditions, what to expect, and what we hoped to accomplish. Within 30 minutes we were out at his first spots drifting and fishing. Had some good trout with a few keepers and one larger 21" trout we couldn't keep. Moved spots and Captain Steve had us on some big Reds. Even pulled in a nice 28.5" Red, then a 26.5 Red, then a 21" Red. I know that doesn't happen all the time, but both of us were excited and had a great time. After we returned to the launch he even cleaned and filleted all the fish for me to take home. Fish Tacos for everyone! As a testament to Captain Steve's services, I have a luxury condo in SPI that I rent and I don't refer anyone to my clients unless I've tried and tested them first. Captain Steve has made it on my list as a highly recommended fishing guide to my clients. I will use him again in the near future. Thank You Captain Steve for a great morning fishing.

I was looking for a last minute, spur-of-the moment fishing trip in South Padre Island. I've used other guides before but Captain Steve gets the gold medal. I saw that he was available, read a few reviews on him (thank you past clients, you were spot on), messaged him from the App, and he replied within a few minutes. Within 15 minutes we had the trip planned, paid for, and instructions ready on where to meet him the next morning. Like clockwork, Captain Steve was there at the boat launch,...  

 Jeremy K. recommends Today We Fish – South Padre Island
Captain Steven Hillary
Captain Steven Hillary (The Captain)
Replied on May 11, 2025
Thank you again and enjoy the fish tacos
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Aldo M.
Aldo M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Good fishing and good weather.

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5 Hour (AM) Bay Fishing Trip on March 8, 2025

It was a pleasure fishing with Captain Steven. My brother and I took our parents out on a fishing trip and all the conditions were right! The weather was great, the water not choppy, and the sun not too hot. All of that combined with Captain Steven's experience and knowledge of the area led us to a lot of fish. We were two fish short of our bag limit for the group but we caught a lot more that we couldn't keep. All in all I'd definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a good day fishing.

It was a pleasure fishing with Captain Steven. My brother and I took our parents out on a fishing trip and all the conditions were right! The weather was great, the water not choppy, and the sun not too hot. All of that combined with Captain Steven's experience and knowledge of the area led us to a lot of fish. We were two fish short of our bag limit for the group but we caught a lot more that we couldn't keep. All in all I'd definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a good day fishing....  

 Aldo M. recommends Today We Fish – South Padre Island
Captain Steven Hillary
Captain Steven Hillary (The Captain)
Replied on March 8, 2025
Thank you for the feedback. Be safe and see you next time aboard Today We Fish Charters
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Vicki W.
Vicki W.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Rescheduled and beautiful!!

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Special 5 hour trip for Vicki Widiker on February 15, 2025

We were supposed to go Thursday but captain reached out to say the weather was supposed to be awful, did we want to reschedule or cancel. Reschedule it was!! Went this morning and had a great time. 4 of us and we all caught fish. Captain Steve definitely knew the spots to try, moving us to new areas when things cooled down. Patient and helpful with a less experienced angler and had them catching fish as well. Definitely recommend!

We were supposed to go Thursday but captain reached out to say the weather was supposed to be awful, did we want to reschedule or cancel. Reschedule it was!! Went this morning and had a great time. 4 of us and we all caught fish. Captain Steve definitely knew the spots to try, moving us to new areas when things cooled down. Patient and helpful with a less experienced angler and had them catching fish as well. Definitely recommend!  

 Vicki W. recommends Today We Fish – South Padre Island
Captain Steven Hillary
Captain Steven Hillary (The Captain)
Replied on February 16, 2025
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Drew C.
Drew C.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great weather, great experience and great price

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5 Hour (AM) Bay Fishing Trip on July 5, 2025

Almost limited Steve was extremely helpful to my inexperience guests. He was patient and courteous. Also gave great recommendations for bringing our catch to the restaurant. I highly recommend his recommendation at Tom & Jerry’s

Almost limited Steve was extremely helpful to my inexperience guests. He was patient and courteous. Also gave great recommendations for bringing our catch to the restaurant. I highly recommend his recommendation at Tom & Jerry’s  

 Drew C. recommends Today We Fish – South Padre Island
Captain Steven Hillary
Captain Steven Hillary (The Captain)
Replied on July 6, 2025
Thank you all for the trip
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FAQs about Today We Fish – South Padre Island

What are the trip rates for 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 (AM) Bay Fishing Trip (3 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour (AM) Bay Fishing Trip (5 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour (PM) Bay Fishing Trip (5 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Today We Fish – South Padre Island?

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
What's included in the trip price with Today We Fish – South Padre Island?

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)
What types of fishing does Today We Fish – South Padre Island offer?

Today We Fish – South Padre Island offers the following types of fishing:

  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
What fishing techniques does Today We Fish – South Padre Island offer?

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)
Which fish species can I catch with Today We Fish – South Padre Island?

Top targeted fish species with Today We Fish – South Padre Island include:

  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Spotted Seatrout

Your captain

Captain Steven Hillary

Port Isabel, Texas, United States

106 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
98 Customer reviews
Response time 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
Redfish
Redfish
Spotted Seatrout
Spotted Seatrout

What is the boat like?

Boat Image
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?

Inshore Fishing

Nearshore Fishing

Flats 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.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

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

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.

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

 Visa

 Mastercard

 American Express

 PayPal

 Bank Transfer

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

What’s biting in Port Isabel right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
FlounderFlounder
RedfishRedfish
Spotted SeatroutSpotted Seatrout

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