Penn Coastal Fishing Guide Services 

4.9/5 (113 reviews)
 
State licensed
 Tarpon Street 900, Port Aransas, TX 78373, United States

Penn Coastal Fishing Guide Services 

 
State licensed
4.9/5 (113)
 Angler's Choice
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Tarpon Street 900
Port Aransas, TX, United States
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Come spend the day with Penn Coastal Fishing Guide Services and see what's biting in Port Aransas! With Captain Jodie Penn at the helm, you're in knowledgeable and experienced hands. Captain Jodie has been fishing these waters almost daily since 2015.

Depending on the season, you might hook into Redfish, Black Drum, Speckled Trout, Flounder, Sheepshead, and anything else that bites. The captain typically uses bait and/or lures depending on the species and conditions.
If you're traveling with the family, you will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board. Adult life jackets will be provided. Also, remember to bring snacks and drinks as the charter has a 75-quart cooler for customer use.

You'll be casting lines from a 23' Majek M2 Illusion with a capacity for 5 passengers. It has a shade top, live well, bait well, trolling motor, and 2 Raptor power anchors. Captain offers half-day and full-day trips that include rods, reels, and tackle along with lures and live bait.

You will need to have a TPWD saltwater-approved fishing license before the trip. A fishing license can be purchased online or you can ask the captain where to purchase one in person. Some species might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect.

You can keep any legal fish that you catch, or you may choose to catch and release. Ask the captain about fish cleaning services. Don't leave home without sunscreen (non-spray), sunglasses, and bottled water. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but please try to avoid glass bottles.

Now and then the fish might get away, but a day on the water never should. So make it happen, with Penn Coastal Fishing Guide Services!

Come spend the day with Penn Coastal Fishing Guide Services and see what's biting in Port Aransas! With Captain Jodie Penn at the helm, you're in knowledgeable and experienced hands. Captain Jodie has been fishing these waters almost daily since 2015.

Depending on the season, you might hook into Redfish, Black Drum, Speckled Trout, Flounder, Sheepshead, and anything else that bites. The captain typically uses bait and/or lures depending on the species and conditions.
If you're traveling with the family, you will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board. Adult life jackets will be provided. Also, remember to bring snacks and drinks as the charter has a 75-quart cooler for customer use.

You'll be casting lines from a 23' Majek M2 Illusion with a capacity for 5 passengers. It has a shade top, live well, bait well, trolling motor, and 2 Raptor power anchors. Captain offers half-day and full-day trips that include rods, reels, and tackle along with lures and live bait.

You will need to have a TPWD saltwater-approved fishing license before the trip. A fishing license can be purchased online or you can ask the captain where to purchase one in person. Some species might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect.

You can keep any legal fish that you catch, or you may choose to catch and release. Ask the captain about fish cleaning services. Don't leave home without sunscreen (non-spray), sunglasses, and bottled water. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but please try to avoid glass bottles.

Now and then the fish might get away, but a day on the water never should. So make it happen, with Penn Coastal Fishing Guide Services!

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Rating

4.9
113 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (64)

What anglers say

95%
Great experience
95%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
96%
Caught fish

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Benjamin Fekkos
Benjamin Fekkos
Repeat angler
us
Missouri, US
Member since 2021
4 trips
0
5.0
Verified
Great Day of Fishing With my Daughter
Half Day Trip on March 30, 20261 adult1 child
We had a fantastic trip with our guide. He was great with my 8-year-old daughter and made sure she was involved and having fun the entire time. He put us on fish quickly and kept us on them, which made the experience even better. He was easy to talk to, ran a very clean boat, and all the equipment was in great shape. We felt safe and well taken care of the whole time. He also handled everything for us, including getting the fish cleaned at the end of the trip, which made the whole day effortless on our end. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a professional, relaxed, and family-friendly guide
Reported catch:
Black Drum
Redfish
Flounder
Speckled Trout
Response from Captain
March 30, 2026
Thank you so much Benjamin! It was a great trip, yalled killed it out there on the drum! I ready to get back out there with yall!
Susana Williams
Susana Williams
us
Texas, US
Member since 2022
0
5.0
Verified
Birthday Fishing Trip for my son was fantastic
Half Day Trip on July 14, 20252 adults
Five Stars – An Unforgettable Experience! We had a wonderful experience! I’ve been on several fishing guide trips before, but this one truly stood out. My son and I both agreed—it was the best one yet. Captain Jodie’s knowledge, patience, and genuinely positive attitude made all the difference. He went above and beyond to make my son’s birthday trip special, and it turned into a memory we’ll cherish forever. We’re already looking forward to coming back, and without a doubt, we’ll be scheduling with Captain Jodie again. Thank you so much! Blessings, Susana & Alexander
Response from Captain
July 25, 2025
Thank you guys so much Susana! I happy to hear yall had a fun time, i know I did! We will get you back on the water soon for sure.
Mike Winokur
Mike Winokur
Repeat angler
us
Maryland, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
Have a great time fishing in Port A
Half Day Trip on April 6, 20262 adults
Booked a trip with Captain Jodie while visiting Port A. The weather did not cooperate but Captain Jodie immediately put us on fish and we ended the day with a great catch of reds and black drum. Jodie’s main concern was that we had a great time. He was also gracious enough to willingly share his knowledge of the area and give us fishing tips for future trips. Will definitely book again next time I’m in the area.
Brian Oros
Brian Oros
Repeat angler
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
10 Stars!
Half Day Trip on July 16, 20252 adults
If 10 stars were an option, I’d give it! It wasn’t JUST about fishing for us, it was the total experience. There’s plenty to look at while moving from spot to spot, and a dolphin joined us about 20ft or so away from the boat and just sort of “hung out” while we were in the first spot. Penn was very personable, like you were fishing with a friend. He worked his tail off the whole way through the trip; no wasting time at all. It was a great experience from start to finish and we really enjoyed ourselves. Book with Penn Coastal and you’ll experience it for yourself!
Reported catch:
Speckled Trout
Redfish
Response from Captain
July 25, 2025
I really appreciate the review Brian, you guys did awesome! Let me know next time you come down and lets get out there again! Great time
Bryan Scallions
Bryan Scallions
Repeat angler
us
Texas, US
Member since 2021
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
New
great trip
6 Hour Trip on May 22, 20263 adults
Had a great time. Jodie wokred hard to make sure we caught our limit. Even after he took a hard head catfish to the ankle, he still worked to get us on the fish
Reported catch:
Speckled Trout
Response from Captain
May 28, 2026
Thank you so much Bryan! that hard head definitely hurt, but worth it for the trip we had. Yall did great!

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US $600
Entire boat: 2 people
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US $600
Entire boat: 2 people
6 Hour Trip
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US $700
Entire boat: 2 people
Full Day Trip
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8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
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US $900
Entire boat: 2 people
Full Day Tournament Trip
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US $1,800
Entire boat: up to 5 people
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Rating

4.9
113 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (64)

What anglers say

95%
Great experience
95%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
96%
Caught fish

All reviews (113)

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Benjamin Fekkos
Benjamin Fekkos
Repeat angler
us
Missouri, US
Member since 2021
4 trips
0
5.0
Verified
Great Day of Fishing With my Daughter
Half Day Trip on March 30, 20261 adult1 child
We had a fantastic trip with our guide. He was great with my 8-year-old daughter and made sure she was involved and having fun the entire time. He put us on fish quickly and kept us on them, which made the experience even better. He was easy to talk to, ran a very clean boat, and all the equipment was in great shape. We felt safe and well taken care of the whole time. He also handled everything for us, including getting the fish cleaned at the end of the trip, which made the whole day effortless on our end. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a professional, relaxed, and family-friendly guide
Reported catch:
Black Drum
Redfish
Flounder
Speckled Trout
Response from Captain
March 30, 2026
Thank you so much Benjamin! It was a great trip, yalled killed it out there on the drum! I ready to get back out there with yall!
Susana Williams
Susana Williams
us
Texas, US
Member since 2022
0
5.0
Verified
Birthday Fishing Trip for my son was fantastic
Half Day Trip on July 14, 20252 adults
Five Stars – An Unforgettable Experience! We had a wonderful experience! I’ve been on several fishing guide trips before, but this one truly stood out. My son and I both agreed—it was the best one yet. Captain Jodie’s knowledge, patience, and genuinely positive attitude made all the difference. He went above and beyond to make my son’s birthday trip special, and it turned into a memory we’ll cherish forever. We’re already looking forward to coming back, and without a doubt, we’ll be scheduling with Captain Jodie again. Thank you so much! Blessings, Susana & Alexander
Response from Captain
July 25, 2025
Thank you guys so much Susana! I happy to hear yall had a fun time, i know I did! We will get you back on the water soon for sure.
Mike Winokur
Mike Winokur
Repeat angler
us
Maryland, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
Have a great time fishing in Port A
Half Day Trip on April 6, 20262 adults
Booked a trip with Captain Jodie while visiting Port A. The weather did not cooperate but Captain Jodie immediately put us on fish and we ended the day with a great catch of reds and black drum. Jodie’s main concern was that we had a great time. He was also gracious enough to willingly share his knowledge of the area and give us fishing tips for future trips. Will definitely book again next time I’m in the area.
Brian Oros
Brian Oros
Repeat angler
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
10 Stars!
Half Day Trip on July 16, 20252 adults
If 10 stars were an option, I’d give it! It wasn’t JUST about fishing for us, it was the total experience. There’s plenty to look at while moving from spot to spot, and a dolphin joined us about 20ft or so away from the boat and just sort of “hung out” while we were in the first spot. Penn was very personable, like you were fishing with a friend. He worked his tail off the whole way through the trip; no wasting time at all. It was a great experience from start to finish and we really enjoyed ourselves. Book with Penn Coastal and you’ll experience it for yourself!
Reported catch:
Speckled Trout
Redfish
Response from Captain
July 25, 2025
I really appreciate the review Brian, you guys did awesome! Let me know next time you come down and lets get out there again! Great time
Bryan Scallions
Bryan Scallions
Repeat angler
us
Texas, US
Member since 2021
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
New
great trip
6 Hour Trip on May 22, 20263 adults
Had a great time. Jodie wokred hard to make sure we caught our limit. Even after he took a hard head catfish to the ankle, he still worked to get us on the fish
Reported catch:
Speckled Trout
Response from Captain
May 28, 2026
Thank you so much Bryan! that hard head definitely hurt, but worth it for the trip we had. Yall did great!

FAQs about Penn Coastal Fishing Guide Services

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
23 ft
Year built
2022
Boat manufacturer
Majek
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
20 knots
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