Laguna Lure Fishing: No Fish No Pay

Captain Jon’s Laguna Lure Fishing is based in Corpus Christi, Texas, and is ideally located on North Padre Island for convenient access to inshore saltwater fishing. It is owned and operated by Capt Jon, a Corpus Christi-based fishing guide who offers inshore fishing trips in the Upper Laguna Madre and Baffin Bay. With over two decades of experience fishing these areas, Capt. Jon is well qualified to guide you on a safe, enjoyable bay fishing trip.

You will be fishing aboard a comfortable 22’ Mako that is powered by a very reliable 200 HP Mercury Optimax engine. This boat offers a smooth, dry, comfortable and safe ride. The boat is equipped with quality navigational equipment and has plenty of seating, making it perfect for an enjoyable inshore fishing trip.

Captain Jon specializes in catching Speckled Trout, Redfish, Flounder, and Black Drum. He will tailor the best fishing strategy and lures or bait for that day based on the current conditions, what you want to achieve, and what will provide you the most enjoyable fish catching experience.

Captain Jon enjoys teaching the skill of lure fishing or fishing with live bait to all age groups and welcomes every level of angler on board. All fishing equipment, lures/bait are included in the price of the trip, so all you need to bring with you is snacks, drinks, and a valid Texas fishing license with a saltwater stamp to have a great time!

No fish, no pay!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Weekday Half Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Nov 14 - Mar 8 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
    US $450
    Fully guided weekday half day fishing trip in the beautiful Laguna Madre, fishing for trophy Speckled Trout, Redfish, & Flounder. No fish, no pay! Weekdays only.
  • Private trip
    Weekday Half Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Aug 28 - Sep 29 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
    US $450
    Fully guided weekday half day fishing trip in the beautiful Laguna Madre, fishing for trophy Speckled Trout, Redfish, & Flounder. No fish, no pay! Weekdays only.
  • Private trip
    Weekday Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    7 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Aug 17 - Mar 10 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
    US $500
    Fully guided weekday fishing trip in the beautiful Laguna Madre &/or Baffin Bay, fishing for trophy Speckled Trout, Redfish, & Flounder. No fish, no pay! Weekday rate only.
  • Private trip
    Weekday Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    7 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Mar 11 - Aug 16 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
    US $500
    Fully guided weekday fishing trip in the beautiful Laguna Madre &/or Baffin Bay, fishing for trophy Speckled Trout, Redfish, & Flounder. No fish, no pay! Weekday rate only.

FAQs about Laguna Lure Fishing: No Fish No Pay

Laguna Lure Fishing: No Fish No Pay offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $450 per group, additional US $150 per person after 2 guests - Weekday Half Day Trip (5 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $150 per person after 2 guests - Weekday Half Day Trip (5 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Weekday Full Day Trip (7 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $150 per person after 2 guests - Weekday Full Day Trip (7 hours)

When you book a trip with Laguna Lure Fishing: No Fish No Pay, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Laguna Lure Fishing: No Fish No Pay include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (Fishing using live bait is included in the overall price of the trip. )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Fish filleting is included in the price of the trip. )
  • Drinks (Bottled water)

Laguna Lure Fishing: No Fish No Pay offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Flats Fishing

Laguna Lure Fishing: No Fish No Pay offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle (Bay fishing)
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly Fishing (Fly fishing welcome, but gear not provided)
  • Drift Fishing
  • Bowfishing (Bow fishing welcome, but gear not provided)

Top targeted fish species with Laguna Lure Fishing: No Fish No Pay include:
  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Speckled Trout
  • Spotted Seatrout

Meet the Captain

Jon Darnell
Corpus Christi, Texas, United States
3 Fishing Reports
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110 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since March 2016
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I love to fish and take people fishing, and have been fishing the Texas coast from the Upper Laguna Madre to Baffin Bay for over 20 years. Specialize in catching speckled trout, redfish, flounder and black drum in the upper Laguna Madre, Baffin Bay and Landcut. Enjoy drift fishing with lures and live shrimp.

About this listing

Targeted species

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

Boat specs

Mako (Center console) originally built in 2008, and restored in 2021. Powered by a 200HP 2022 Suzuki engine.

Length
22 ft
Capacity
3 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Flats Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Bay fishing
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Fly Fishing
Fly fishing welcome, but gear not provided
Drift Fishing
Bowfishing
Bow fishing welcome, but gear not provided

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Fishing using live bait is included in the overall price of the trip.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fish filleting is included in the price of the trip.
Drinks
Bottled water

Cancellation policy

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.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

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

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
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Appropriate for children
94%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
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Highly recommend Capt Jon!

VERIFIED   Weekday Full Day Trip on November 3, 2023
My husband and I had a great time. Capt Jon kept in touch with me via text letting me know where to meet and what to bring. ...
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Ginny G.
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Fishing Fun With Captain Jon -- By Two Women Anglers

VERIFIED   Weekday Full Day Trip on June 28, 2023
Jon put us on Trout in the morning with top water lures—we caught our Trout limit very early! Catching perfect eating-size...
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Keith B.
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Excellent two days with Capt Jon

VERIFIED   Weekday Full Day Trip on September 21, 2023
Captain Jon provided the best fishing guide experience I’ve had in 15 years of fishing the Coastal Bend. Jon put us on the...
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Sonny C.
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Great time Fishing

VERIFIED   NEW  Weekday Full Day Trip on March 12, 2024
Captain Jon was an excellent Host. Had a fantastic time and caught plant of fish.
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Jesus V.
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Fun day fishing with Captain Jon

VERIFIED   Weekday Full Day Trip on July 25, 2023
Great experience. Captain Jon was very knowledgeable and very patient. He explained every aspect of fishing and conditions....
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