Laguna Madre Madness 

5.0/5 (158 reviews)
 
State licensed
 Dolphin Cove 53492, South Padre Island, TX 78597, United States

Laguna Madre Madness 

 
State licensed
5.0/5 (158)
 Angler's Choice
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Dolphin Cove 53492
South Padre Island, TX, United States
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Make some memories in South Padre Island and go fishing with Laguna Madre Madness.

These waters are known for Flounder, Speckled Trout, Redfish, and more – with any luck, you'll hook into a few! For these species, you're likely to drift, or do some jigging or popping.

Looking to get the whole family outdoors? Kids are absolutely welcome! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise, you should bring your own. Also, remember to bring snacks so that nobody gets grumpy on an empty belly!

Your vessel for the day is a 19' Blue Wave bay boat that can carry up to 4 passengers. It has all the essentials. Capt. Jerry will provide rods and reels for you, as well as lures.

Before coming aboard, you will be required to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect. You can't go wrong when you bring a hat, sunglasses, and sunblock (non-spray). Drinks will be available for you. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Now and then the fish might get away, but a day on the water never should. Time to make it happen, with Laguna Madre Madness!

Make some memories in South Padre Island and go fishing with Laguna Madre Madness.

These waters are known for Flounder, Speckled Trout, Redfish, and more – with any luck, you'll hook into a few! For these species, you're likely to drift, or do some jigging or popping.

Looking to get the whole family outdoors? Kids are absolutely welcome! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise, you should bring your own. Also, remember to bring snacks so that nobody gets grumpy on an empty belly!

Your vessel for the day is a 19' Blue Wave bay boat that can carry up to 4 passengers. It has all the essentials. Capt. Jerry will provide rods and reels for you, as well as lures.

Before coming aboard, you will be required to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect. You can't go wrong when you bring a hat, sunglasses, and sunblock (non-spray). Drinks will be available for you. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Now and then the fish might get away, but a day on the water never should. Time to make it happen, with Laguna Madre Madness!

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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (171)

What anglers say

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

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Tera Knighten
Tera Knighten
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Texas, US
Member since 2026
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5.0
Verified
Limited Out!!
4 hour trip on February 28, 20262 adults
Captain Jerry Bradford did not disappoint! He had us on trout immediately, and we caught our limits in no time. It was truly an amazing day out on the water. He’s knowledgeable, professional, and clearly knows exactly where to go to make it happen. I’ll definitely be a regular customer and highly recommend him as your guide if you’re looking for a successful and fun fishing trip!
Reported catch:
Speckled Trout
Response from Captain
March 1, 2026
Thank you Tera, I had a great time fishing with you today, hope you come back soon! Thank you for choosing Laguna Madre Madness Charters Capt Jerry Bradford
Jarad Upham
Jarad Upham
Repeat angler
us
Texas, US
Member since 2017
6 trips
0
5.0
Verified
Summer fishing trip
4 hour trip on July 22, 20253 adults1 child
Captain Jerry was great. Me, my 10 y/o daughter, and two friends went out this morning with him. It was a great time. He helped show my daughter with casting and how to reel in and by the end of the trip she was slinging it out all by herself and catching trout. Said she had the best time. Caught plenty of fish but just one of those days with only three keepers. We had a great time regardless. Capt is very knowledgable and helps everyone with everything. We will definitely be back and use capt jerry again and highly recommend.
Response from Captain
July 27, 2025
Thank you for that great review, I enjoyed fishing with you. Thank you for choosing Laguna Madre Madness Charters Capt Jerry Bradford
Bill Goergen
Bill Goergen
us
Minnesota, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
Jerry was great. Lots of fun and lots of fish.
4 hour trip on March 2, 20261 adult
Highly recommend this experience. Great boat and equipment. Captain Jerry found the right places to fish and we hooked fish on our first two casts. When things got a bit slow we moved to new fishing grounds and found fish quickly. In addition to the fishing the captain was responsive, helpful, and quick with a joke. A great day on the water.
Reported catch:
Speckled Trout
Response from Captain
March 18, 2026
Thank you, I really appreciate your review, come back and see us again! Capt Jerry Bradford
Christina Serna
Christina Serna
us
Texas, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
New
Capt. Jerry was the best!
4 hour trip on May 29, 20262 adults
Our captain was incredibly helpful and was relentless when it came to making sure we caught fish! We caught reds and trout. Highly recommend and will definitely be taking another trip!
Reported catch:
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Nancy Kopet
Nancy Kopet
us
Minnesota, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
Fishing
4 hour trip on February 7, 20261 adult
Jerry was very nice and easy to talk to Fish weren’t cooperating very well but he did his best ti find them . No live shrimp bait shop was out so that maybe would have helped. I would recommend this charter. Although I would like to try sheep heads the water was very low. Overall it was relaxing and the big Redfish we caught was awesome!
Reported catch:
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Flounder
Response from Captain
February 10, 2026
Thank you Nancy, I appreciate your great review on such a tough day. I enjoyed fishing with you and that 30" red was awesome! Thank you for choosing Laguna Madre Madness Charters. capt Jerry Bradford

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US $350
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US $375
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US $375
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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (171)

What anglers say

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

All reviews (158)

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Showing 15 of 158 reviews
Tera Knighten
Tera Knighten
us
Texas, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
Limited Out!!
4 hour trip on February 28, 20262 adults
Captain Jerry Bradford did not disappoint! He had us on trout immediately, and we caught our limits in no time. It was truly an amazing day out on the water. He’s knowledgeable, professional, and clearly knows exactly where to go to make it happen. I’ll definitely be a regular customer and highly recommend him as your guide if you’re looking for a successful and fun fishing trip!
Reported catch:
Speckled Trout
Response from Captain
March 1, 2026
Thank you Tera, I had a great time fishing with you today, hope you come back soon! Thank you for choosing Laguna Madre Madness Charters Capt Jerry Bradford
Jarad Upham
Jarad Upham
Repeat angler
us
Texas, US
Member since 2017
6 trips
0
5.0
Verified
Summer fishing trip
4 hour trip on July 22, 20253 adults1 child
Captain Jerry was great. Me, my 10 y/o daughter, and two friends went out this morning with him. It was a great time. He helped show my daughter with casting and how to reel in and by the end of the trip she was slinging it out all by herself and catching trout. Said she had the best time. Caught plenty of fish but just one of those days with only three keepers. We had a great time regardless. Capt is very knowledgable and helps everyone with everything. We will definitely be back and use capt jerry again and highly recommend.
Response from Captain
July 27, 2025
Thank you for that great review, I enjoyed fishing with you. Thank you for choosing Laguna Madre Madness Charters Capt Jerry Bradford
Bill Goergen
Bill Goergen
us
Minnesota, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
Jerry was great. Lots of fun and lots of fish.
4 hour trip on March 2, 20261 adult
Highly recommend this experience. Great boat and equipment. Captain Jerry found the right places to fish and we hooked fish on our first two casts. When things got a bit slow we moved to new fishing grounds and found fish quickly. In addition to the fishing the captain was responsive, helpful, and quick with a joke. A great day on the water.
Reported catch:
Speckled Trout
Response from Captain
March 18, 2026
Thank you, I really appreciate your review, come back and see us again! Capt Jerry Bradford
Christina Serna
Christina Serna
us
Texas, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
New
Capt. Jerry was the best!
4 hour trip on May 29, 20262 adults
Our captain was incredibly helpful and was relentless when it came to making sure we caught fish! We caught reds and trout. Highly recommend and will definitely be taking another trip!
Reported catch:
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Nancy Kopet
Nancy Kopet
us
Minnesota, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
Fishing
4 hour trip on February 7, 20261 adult
Jerry was very nice and easy to talk to Fish weren’t cooperating very well but he did his best ti find them . No live shrimp bait shop was out so that maybe would have helped. I would recommend this charter. Although I would like to try sheep heads the water was very low. Overall it was relaxing and the big Redfish we caught was awesome!
Reported catch:
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Flounder
Response from Captain
February 10, 2026
Thank you Nancy, I appreciate your great review on such a tough day. I enjoyed fishing with you and that 30" red was awesome! Thank you for choosing Laguna Madre Madness Charters. capt Jerry Bradford

FAQs about Laguna Madre Madness

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
22 ft
Year built
2024
Boat manufacturer
Blue Wave
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
35 knots
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