Saltwater Experience Charters 

4.9
(94 reviews)
 
State licensed
 Cove Harbor North 121, Rockport, TX 78382, United States–

Saltwater Experience Charters 

Rockport, TX, United States
–
25 ft
4
4.9
(94 reviews)

Located in Rockport, Texas, Saltwater Experience Charters offers you an adventure on the beautiful Gulf Coast of Texas. Captain Paul Baucum is a friendly and skilled angler who will take you to the Inshore Bay system, flats, and backwaters in pursuit of the species of your choice.

You will be using popping cork, bottom, and drift fishing as conditions provide. Species targeted are Spotted Trout, Redfish, Black Drum, and Flounder.

You will be taking this adventure on a 25' Dargel Kat powered by an Evinrude E-Tec 300 motor. Runs out at 48 knots, So it will get you to that fishing spot quickly so you can start fishing. It has a wireless trolling motor so you will ease in and not scare away the fish. Onboard are 2 live bait wells for plenty of bait and lures are available for the angler that prefers them. Also 2 ice chests - 1 for your drinks and 1 for your catch.

This Charter is family friendly and your children are always welcome to share their experience on the water with you. (Just make sure you bring the required flotation devices for the little ones). Also, corporate and tournament trips are available.

All poles, reels, live bait, lures, and water are furnished. All you need is a Salt Water fishing license, snacks, and drinks if wanted and don't forget the sunscreen lotion. No glass Please!

Located in Rockport, Texas, Saltwater Experience Charters offers you an adventure on the beautiful Gulf Coast of Texas. Captain Paul Baucum is a friendly and skilled angler who will take you to the Inshore Bay system, flats, and backwaters in pursuit of the species of your choice.

You will be using popping cork, bottom, and drift fishing as conditions provide. Species targeted are Spotted Trout, Redfish, Black Drum, and Flounder.

You will be taking this adventure on a 25' Dargel Kat powered by an Evinrude E-Tec 300 motor. Runs out at 48 knots, So it will get you to that fishing spot quickly so you can start fishing. It has a wireless trolling motor so you will ease in and not scare away the fish. Onboard are 2 live bait wells for plenty of bait and lures are available for the angler that prefers them. Also 2 ice chests - 1 for your drinks and 1 for your catch.

This Charter is family friendly and your children are always welcome to share their experience on the water with you. (Just make sure you bring the required flotation devices for the little ones). Also, corporate and tournament trips are available.

All poles, reels, live bait, lures, and water are furnished. All you need is a Salt Water fishing license, snacks, and drinks if wanted and don't forget the sunscreen lotion. No glass Please!

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November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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4 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (6:30 AM, 1:00 PM)
Black Drum
Redfish
Flounder
Sheepshead
+1
US $475
Entire boat: 2 people
6 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Black Drum
Redfish
Flounder
Sheepshead
+1
US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
8 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Black Drum
Redfish
Flounder
Sheepshead
+1
US $675
Entire boat: 2 people

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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (92)

What anglers say

95%
Great experience
100%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
97%
Recommended
94%
Caught fish

Reviews (94)

  • Kenneth Burnette
    Kenneth Burnette
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Captain Paul was awesome!

    8 Hour Trip on August 8, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 child

    Paul was great with my 9 y/o son teaching him the technique to catch our target fish. He was knowledgeable on all kinds of fish species that we were dragging up that we weren't targeting. Pictures won't do our trip any justice, we only kept 12(our groups trout limit) but caught somewhere between 60-90 fish.(we lost count) 8 hours of almost constant action. We will definitely be coming back to fish with Captain Paul again!

  • Robert Chaffin
    Robert Chaffin
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2023
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Her very first time fishing salt water, and she gets a Texas slam!!

    6 Hour Trip on August 9, 2026 • 4 adults

    Captain Paul is an excellent guide and teacher. We took a young lady who had very little fishing experience and had never caught fish in salt water. She caught her very first trout, flounder and redfish. She caught a gaftop also. Great day on the water. Captain Paul, and the saltwater experience charter is outstanding and I would highly recommend going fishing with him.

  • Brian Good
    Brian Good
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Trip!

    4 Hour Trip on August 6, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

    Captain Paul took us to a variety if locations and we had a blast catching trout. We had dolphins around us most of the trip - which may not have been the best for us catching fish - and they were reallly fun to see so close. We highly recommend Captain Paul!

  • Matthew Hurley
    Matthew Hurley
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Captain Paul is great

    4 Hour Trip on July 21, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

    First time bay fishing for my 11 year old and he had a blast. Captain Paul was very knowledgeable about the area and where we would have the best chance of landing a big fish. Will definitely be coming back in the fall when the Reds are running.

  • Ashley Marksberry
    Ashley Marksberry
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing time

    4 Hour Trip on August 20, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 child

    Captain Paul was amazing with our 2 kids and so patient and knowledgeable. I would recommend him as a guide to anyone. Definitely looking forward to another trip with him in late October.

  • Irene Bible
    Irene Bible
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Best Captain! Best boat!

    4 Hour Trip on September 21, 2026 • 2 adults

    Captain arrived early, such an amazing comfortable boat! put us on the fish! And a really fun time was had by all! Thanks Captain Paul!

  • Kathleen Sarabia
    Kathleen Sarabia
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    This was a great surprise Christmas present!

    4 Hour Trip on December 13, 2025 • 2 adults

    I booked my husband and I a fishing trip with Captain Paul and it was the best! Captain Paul is super laid back but passionate and truly loves what he's doing. We caught a good variety of fish because he really knows the waters. I learned a lot from him and I'm definitely rebooking in the future.

  • Aaron Calhoun
    Aaron Calhoun
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Reel good time!

    4 Hour Trip on September 19, 2026 • 4 adults

    Captain Paul was great! Caught my biggest Red with him. 35 3/4” 🤙🏼

  • Edwin Martinez
    Edwin Martinez
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2017
    5.0
    Verified

    ### EPIC ### EPIC ### EPIC ###

    6 Hour Trip on October 11, 2024 • 2 adults

    When from the south of the great state of Texas, something that is known to all anglers is, fishing the the inner coastal bay waters of the Texas Gulf Coast can be a shallow experience, no point intended. To have an Epic day on the water limiting-out on nice Reds and catching more than a few decent Black Drums requires having personal knowing experience or having professional experience with. Having Captain Paul Baucum with Saltwater Experience Charters was a blessing. After we got underway and a short 15 minute boat ride, Captain Paul put us on fish where it was on for the Epic day. Thanks Captain for a very Memorial Birthaday weekend.

  • Tina Pierce
    Tina Pierce
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Captain Paul is great, friendly, helpful, and has a beautiful boat!

    6 Hour Trip on September 18, 2024 • 2 adults

    You will first notice the beautiful boat before you even get in it. It outshines the rest. Captain Paul meets you with a firm handshake and a smile. He took us to all of his fishing spots. And if you're not catching anything he doesn't waste time, he will move on to his next fishing spot. On the day we went the fish weren't really biting, but we still caught a couple of keepers. Not to mention the two crabs and sting ray I caught, lol. He had plenty of live bait, and ice cold water for the taking. Captain Paul does his best to make sure you don't go home empty handed. The only issue I had is that it was too hot. But of course he can't do anything about that, lol.

FAQs about Saltwater Experience Charters

Saltwater Experience Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $400 per group, additional US $75 per person after 1 guest - 4 Hour Trip (4 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $75 per person after 1 guest - 4 Hour Trip - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $475 per group, additional US $75 per person after 1 guest - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $75 per person after 1 guest - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Saltwater Experience Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
Trips booked with Saltwater Experience Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
Saltwater Experience Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Saltwater Experience Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Spinning
  • Popping
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Saltwater Experience Charters include:
  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Speckled Trout

Your captain

Captain Paul Baucum
Captain Paul Baucum
Rockport, Texas, United States
1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
94 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since May 2024
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.
I have fished this Bay system for the last 15 years. And wanted to offer the opportunity to others. I welcome all different types of Clients from family (Children are welcome) to customers as well as tournament fisherman. We will move and find the bite as needed. I furnish rods, reels, bait live, cut bait and lures and water. Bring snacks and any drinks you want other than water. Welcome wade fisherman but do not furnish equipment if needed. Will clean, fillet and bag any fish you would like to keep. Look forward to you having a great day on the beautiful waters surrounding the Rockport Area.
Captain Paul Baucum
Captain Paul Baucum
Fully verified
Angler's Choice
1
reports
94
reviews
2024
member since
~1h
response
I have fished this Bay system for the last 15 years. And wanted to offer the opportunity to others. I welcome all different types of Clients from family (Children are welcome) to customers as well as tournament fisherman. We will move and find the bite as needed. I furnish rods, reels, bait live, cut bait and lures and water. Bring snacks and any drinks you want other than water. Welcome wade fisherman but do not furnish equipment if needed. Will clean, fillet and bag any fish you would like to keep. Look forward to you having a great day on the beautiful waters surrounding the Rockport Area.

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

  • Angler displaying a large redfish over calm inshore marsh waters from a fishing boat.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Redfish
    Irene B.
    Irene B.
    Captain arrived early, such an amazing comfortable boat! put us on the fish! And a really fun time was had by all! Thanks Captain Paul!
  • Two anglers proudly displaying a large Redfish while fishing on a boat in calm waters.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Aaron C.
    Aaron C.
    Captain Paul was great! Caught my biggest Red with him. 35 3/4” 🤙🏼
  • Adult angler proudly holding a saltwater fish aboard a center-console boat, with another member of the fishing group partially visible.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Speckled Trout
    Ashley M.
    Ashley M.
    Captain Paul was amazing with our 2 kids and so patient and knowledgeable. I would recommend him as a guide to anyone. Definitely looking forward to another trip with him in late October.
  • Angler proudly holding a spotted seatrout aboard a flats boat on calm coastal waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Speckled Trout
    Robert C.
    Robert C.
    Captain Paul is an excellent guide and teacher. We took a young lady who had very little fishing experience and had never caught fish in salt water. She caught her very first trout, flounder and redfish. She caught a gaftop also. Great day on the water. Captain Paul, and the saltwater experience charter is outstanding and I would highly recommend going fishing with him.
  • A young angler in a life jacket proudly holds a large fish alongside an adult on a colorful fishing boat, showcasing a successful catch during their fishing adventure.
    Fish 1
    Black Drum
    Kenneth B.
    Kenneth B.
    Paul was great with my 9 y/o son teaching him the technique to catch our target fish. He was knowledgeable on all kinds of fish species that we were dragging up that we weren't targeting. Pictures won't do our trip any justice, we only kept 12(our groups trout limit) but caught somewhere between 60-90 fish.(we lost count) 8 hours of almost constant action. We will definitely be coming back to fish with Captain Paul again!
  • Young angler fishing from a boat at sunset, holding a rod over calm open water.
    Brian G.
    Brian G.
    Captain Paul took us to a variety if locations and we had a blast catching trout. We had dolphins around us most of the trip - which may not have been the best for us catching fish - and they were reallly fun to see so close. We highly recommend Captain Paul!
  • A young angler proudly displaying a large fish at the dock, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Black Drum
    Matthew H.
    Matthew H.
    First time bay fishing for my 11 year old and he had a blast. Captain Paul was very knowledgeable about the area and where we would have the best chance of landing a big fish. Will definitely be coming back in the fall when the Reds are running.
  • Angler displaying a large Redfish while fishing from a boat in calm waters during sunrise.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Kathleen S.
    Kathleen S.
    I booked my husband and I a fishing trip with Captain Paul and it was the best! Captain Paul is super laid back but passionate and truly loves what he's doing. We caught a good variety of fish because he really knows the waters. I learned a lot from him and I'm definitely rebooking in the future.
  • An angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while fishing in a scenic coastal environment.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Michael K.
    Michael K.
    We caught a nice right at 28 inch red and a lot of other smaller fish but the trip overall was really fun.
  • Angler proudly displaying a Redfish while fishing on a sunny day in a coastal waterway.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Randolph W.
    Randolph W.
    We wanted a low-impact but productive day on the water and, Captain Paul, with Saltwater Experiences, delivered! He put us on fish and we hit 'em until we were tired. I highly recommend Captain Paul Baucom with Saltwater Experience!

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
2016
Boat manufacturer
Dargel
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Evinrude
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
42 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light 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
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting

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
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

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
 Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 2.5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Rockport right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
FlounderFlounder
RedfishRedfish
SheepsheadSheepshead
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

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