Redfish Lake Guide Service offers light tackle fishing charters in the east and west Matagorda Bay. Owned and operated by local guide Captain Mark Wakefield, this service will fulfill all your inshore and nearshore fishing desires.

Captain Mark fishes aboard a 24’ Tran Cat that was locally built specifically for the area’s waters. Powered by a 300 HP Suzuki engine, the boat provides a dry, smooth ride and will take you to the fish fast. Featuring a range of navigational electronics, a live bait tank, and an ice-box for your drinks, the vessel has everything you need for a fun day of fishing.

During your trip, you will be fishing for Redfish, Trout, and Flounder, with the possibility of catching a tasty Tripletail if you’re lucky. Captain Mark offers drift fishing trips suitable for all experience levels. He will provide all the necessary equipment, including live bait and topwater lures, as well as other artificial bait.

The captain will also gladly clean and fillet your hard-fought catch for you to take home after the trip. If you don’t already possess one, please make sure to purchase a valid Texas fishing license with a saltwater stamp before your trip.

If you’re having second thoughts about bringing your little ones, rest assured that they’re more than welcome to join in the fun. There are no age limits and special life jackets for them will be covered by the charter. All aboard!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    5 Hour trip – Redfish!
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Dec 1 - Feb 1
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $475
    You will be after Redfish in the back lakes! After that, you will go after Trout in the river! Shrimp live bait is an additional $20 per qt.
    Targeted fish
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Flounder
    Flounder
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip – Redfish!
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Dec 1 - Feb 1
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $475
    If you're an early bird, you're in for something special! You'll be fishing the waters of the Matagorda Bay system in pursuit of Redfish, Trout, and Flounder.
    Targeted fish
    Redfish
    Redfish
  • Private trip
    Half day pm
    In demand! Last booked: 5 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $500
    Drifting or fishing back lakes
    Targeted fish
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    In demand! Last booked: 3 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $500
    If you're an early bird, you're in for something special! You'll be fishing the waters of the Matagorda Bay system in pursuit of Redfish, Trout, Flounder, and Tripletail.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    7 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $600
    This amazing 8-hour trip will consist of drift fishing the Matagorda Bay system for Redfish, Trout, Flounder, and more. The charter will cover all the necessary gear.
  • Private trip
    Tournament fishing only!!!!
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    7 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $900
    Only for tournaments
    Targeted fish
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Flounder
    Flounder
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 143 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Captain Mark was outstanding
Half day AM trip
Put in the work
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Angler rating
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Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
98%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
94%
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Todd C.
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Go With Captain Mark!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on June 2, 2024
I’ve fished with many guides. Captain Mark is one of the few that works hard to put you on some fish!  He is very attentive...
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Becky D.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Captain Mark was outstanding

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on August 31, 2024
My son-in-law caught huge drum, my husband and grandkids caught tons of fish. Captain Mark made sure they got into fish. They...
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Raymond T.
Excellent
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Put in the work

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on June 22, 2024
Capt. Mark was very experienced and knowledgeable of the area. He was willing to hit multiple spots until we were on, even...
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Richard T.
Excellent
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Awesome Trip

VERIFIED   NEW  Full Day Trip on October 12, 2024
Caught my personal best redfish!
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FAQs about Redfish Lake Guide Service

Redfish Lake Guide Service offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $475 per group - 5 Hour trip – Redfish! (5 hours)
  • US $475 per group - 5 Hour Trip – Redfish! (5 hours)
  • US $500 per group - Half day pm (5 hours)
  • US $500 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $600 per group - Full Day Trip (7 hours)
  • US $900 per group - Tournament fishing only!!!! (7 hours)

When you book a trip with Redfish Lake Guide Service, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Redfish Lake Guide Service include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (20$ qt)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting

Redfish Lake Guide Service offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Flats Fishing

Redfish Lake Guide Service offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle (No xtra charge)
  • Popping (Live shrimp)
  • Drift Fishing (Live shrimp $20per qt)

Top targeted fish species with Redfish Lake Guide Service include:
  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Spotted Seatrout
  • Tripletail

Meet the Captain

Mark Wakefield
Matagorda, Texas, United States
14 Fishing Reports
143 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since April 2016
Captain Mark Wakefield owns and operates Redfish Lake Guide Service. He comes from a local fishing family and has fished the waters around Matagorda his whole life, since he was old enough to hold a rod. Captain Mark has been guiding for ten years and enjoys putting his customers on trophy fish to remember.

About this listing

Targeted species

Black Drum Black Drum
Flounder Flounder
Redfish Redfish
Sheepshead Sheepshead

Boat specs

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2021
Boat manufacturer
Tran Cat
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Flats Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
No xtra charge
Popping
Live shrimp
Drift Fishing
Live shrimp $20per qt

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
20$ qt
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting

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.
Child Friendly
No min. age, life jackets supplied
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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
PayPal
Checks

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