Sonrise Fishing 

5.0
(13 reviews)
 
State licensed
 1445 Harborwalk Boulevard, Hitchcock, TX 77563, United States

Sonrise Fishing 

Hitchcock, TX, United States
23 ft
5
5.0
(13 reviews)

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Hitchcock has a fish with your name on it, so let Sonrise Fishing help you catch it! Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Justen can tell you all about them.

Depending on conditions, you might hook into Speckled Trout, Redfish, Black Drum, Sheepshead, and who knows what else! On the day of your trip, you're likely to drift and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle. Children are welcome, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day!

You'll be dropping lines from a 23' Center console with room for 5 passengers. Rods, reels, and tackle are ready for you, as well as lures. You'll need to get a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain.

A few items to bring include snacks, sunblock (non-spray), sunglasses, and bottled water. There will be some drinks on offer, but let the captain know if you wish to bring your own. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Now, come aboard with Sonrise Fishing and get hooked!

Hitchcock has a fish with your name on it, so let Sonrise Fishing help you catch it! Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Justen can tell you all about them.

Depending on conditions, you might hook into Speckled Trout, Redfish, Black Drum, Sheepshead, and who knows what else! On the day of your trip, you're likely to drift and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle. Children are welcome, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day!

You'll be dropping lines from a 23' Center console with room for 5 passengers. Rods, reels, and tackle are ready for you, as well as lures. You'll need to get a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain.

A few items to bring include snacks, sunblock (non-spray), sunglasses, and bottled water. There will be some drinks on offer, but let the captain know if you wish to bring your own. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Now, come aboard with Sonrise Fishing and get hooked!

Justen Simpton
Captain
Justen Simpton
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Trip availability and prices

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7 Hour Trip – (AM)
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7 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Black Drum
Redfish
Flounder
Sheepshead
+1
US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
7 Hour Trip – (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
7 hour trip starts at 2:00 PM
Black Drum
Redfish
Flounder
Sheepshead
+1
US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
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5.0
13 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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Russell Beydler
Russell Beydler
us
Colorado, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Justen is the Real Deal
7 Hour Trip – (AM) on July 20, 20263 adults

We booked this trip fairly last minute without knowing anything about the guide or his abilities. We couldnt have picked better. From beginning in the dark at the boat ramp all the way to the buring sun at the fish cleaning station, Justen went all in. Making sure not only were we catching fish but, that we were comfortable amd ejoying the bounty of the sea. We’ll definitely be back to fish with him again, no doubt. Thanks Justen!

Reported catch:
Black Drum
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Justen Simpton
Response from Captain

My pleasure! Was great fishing with yall. Looking forward to next time!

Curtis Patrick
Curtis Patrick
Repeat angler
us
Texas, US
Member since 2021
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Caught many fish. Enjoyed our time talking with Justen
7 Hour Trip – (AM) on September 6, 20252 adults

this was our first experience with a guide in galveston bay. Justen and the boat was shady in the water and ready when we arrived a 6am for our 7 hour trip. He went full throttle to get us to the first spot before we could even see. We caught several of the fish we were targeting including sheepshead, black drum, and red drum. We caught a few of the trash fish; Justen provided pointers to help avoid the trash fish. we had a lot of fish that just weren't long enough to keep. In the end, we had a lot of fun; joking around with Justen, we had a good amount of meat to bring home, and a special memory of my wife successfully setting the hook and applied correct technique to reel in a whopper... a 6 ft stick. Thank you, Justen. we had a great time.

Justen Simpton
Response from Captain

Had a blast! Hope to see tall again

Kathleen Plumley
Kathleen Plumley
Repeat angler
us
Texas, US
Member since 2022
9 trips
5.0
Verified
Great trip
7 Hour Trip – (PM) on July 18, 20262 adults

Limited out on trout, we also caught several nice keeper black drum and 1 red keeper, and a decent hardhead. Also one big drum we tossed back. Good variety.

Reported catch:
Black Drum
Redfish
Flounder
Speckled Trout
Justen Simpton
Response from Captain

It was great fishing with yall

Patrick Brown II
Patrick Brown II
us
Texas, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
great trip
7 Hour Trip – (AM) on July 17, 20265 adults

great trip we caught lots of fish, and the captain was great

Justen Simpton
Response from Captain

Thank you, was great fishing with yall

Jose Dorsey
Jose Dorsey
Repeat angler
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2023
10 trips
5.0
Verified
Awesome Day and Great Catch
7 Hour Trip – (AM) on July 27, 20251 adult

I had an awesome tour with Capt. Justin. I learned so much from fishing with him. He shared some great tips and tricks and we got done really hot spots. We limited out on reds and speckled trout and almost got our limit on black drum. It felt more like was hanging out with a friend or else fishing buddy. Capt. Justen knew where to find the fish and we were able hook up on a great day's catch. If you want a great fishing tour, Capt. Justen will not disappoint. Highly recommended....

Reported catch:
Redfish
Black Drum
Flounder
Speckled Trout
Justen Simpton
Response from Captain

Had a great time bro!

FAQs about Sonrise Fishing

Sonrise Fishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $350 per group, additional US $200 per person after 1 guest - 7 Hour Trip – (AM) (7 hours)
  • US $350 per group, additional US $200 per person after 1 guest - 7 Hour Trip – (PM) (7 hours)
When you book a trip with Sonrise Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
Trips booked with Sonrise Fishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Live bait is included in the price )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Fish cleaning and bagging is included in the price. Tips are appreciated)
  • Drinks (I provide ice cold bottled water and a cooler to store your snacks and drinks in. You may also bring your own small cooler if preferred. Please bring whatever personal snacks and drinks you may want.)
Sonrise Fishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Sonrise Fishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Spinning
  • Popping
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Sonrise Fishing include:
  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Speckled Trout

Your captain

Justen Simpton
Justen Simpton

Hitchcock, Texas, United States

1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
13 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since November 2023

I was born on Galveston Island. I've been fishing since I was very young and decided to pursue guiding in 2019. I absolutely love fishing and being on the water, and my biggest passion is sharing it with others!

Justen Simpton
Justen Simpton
Fully verified
1
reports
13
reviews
2023
member since
~1h
response
I was born on Galveston Island. I've been fishing since I was very young and decided to pursue guiding in 2019. I absolutely love fishing and being on the water, and my biggest passion is sharing it with others!

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout

Real catches by this captain

  • Justen is the Real Deal
    Russell B.
    Russell B.
  • great trip
    Patrick B.
    Patrick B.
  • Caught many fish. Enjoyed our time talking with Justen
    Curtis P.
    Curtis P.
  • Awesome Day and Great Catch
    Jose D.
    Jose D.
  • Justen was Amazing!!!!
    Mary Jo C.
    Mary Jo C.
  • Captain Justen is great
    Tim N.
    Tim N.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
23 ft
Year built
2021
Boat manufacturer
Nautic Star
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
50 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning
Popping
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Live bait is included in the price
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fish cleaning and bagging is included in the price. Tips are appreciated
Drinks
I provide ice cold bottled water and a cooler to store your snacks and drinks in. You may also bring your own small cooler if preferred. Please bring whatever personal snacks and drinks you may want.

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 not included

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

Child friendly
Children 13 and under must ware a life jacket while the vessel is traveling. While fishing they may take it off. I have a child's life jacket in board but it is very bulky and one size fits all.
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

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 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

What’s biting in Hitchcock right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
FlounderFlounder
RedfishRedfish
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

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