4C’s Guide Service 

5.0
(17 reviews)
 
State licensed
 Boca Chica Boat Ramp & Park on Carancahua Bay, Palacios, TX 77465, United States–

4C’s Guide Service 

Palacios, TX, United States
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25 ft
6
5.0
(17 reviews)

4C’s Guide Service has a trip with your name on it along the stunning waters of Palacios. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Clay can tell you all about the local fishery.

These waters are known for Redfish, Speckled Trout, and more – with any luck, you'll have tight lines in no time. Depending on the species you’re after, you may find yourself light tackle fishing, popping, trolling, drifting, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Children are welcome, so feel free to make a family day out of it! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Don't forget to bring snacks to keep their stamina going!

You'll be casting lines from a 25' Mowdy bay boat with capacity for 4 passengers. It has all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. Capt. Clay will provide rods and reels for you, along with lures.

Before coming aboard, you'll need 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 may be off limits or require a special tag, so make sure you know what to expect.

It's always wise to bring sunglasses, sunscreen (non-spray), bottled water, and a hat. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Give yourself something to look forward to and book a trip with 4C’s Guide Service!

4C’s Guide Service has a trip with your name on it along the stunning waters of Palacios. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Clay can tell you all about the local fishery.

These waters are known for Redfish, Speckled Trout, and more – with any luck, you'll have tight lines in no time. Depending on the species you’re after, you may find yourself light tackle fishing, popping, trolling, drifting, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Children are welcome, so feel free to make a family day out of it! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Don't forget to bring snacks to keep their stamina going!

You'll be casting lines from a 25' Mowdy bay boat with capacity for 4 passengers. It has all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. Capt. Clay will provide rods and reels for you, along with lures.

Before coming aboard, you'll need 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 may be off limits or require a special tag, so make sure you know what to expect.

It's always wise to bring sunglasses, sunscreen (non-spray), bottled water, and a hat. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Give yourself something to look forward to and book a trip with 4C’s Guide Service!

Clay Fisher
Captain
Clay Fisher
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Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Redfish
Speckled Trout
US $400
Entire boat: 2 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 4:00 PM
Redfish
Speckled Trout
US $400
Entire boat: 2 people

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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (15)

All reviews (17)

Showing 1 – 5 of 17 reviews
Jim Kinkel
Jim Kinkel
us
Wisconsin, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Great Time on the Water
Half Day Trip (PM) on February 15, 2026 • 2 adults

Didn’t catch a lot but we knew this was not a great time of year to fish. Add to that some windy conditions and heavy rain the night before and few fish in the boat was to be expected. Clay took us to many spots to find more fish but conditions were tough. He was willing to stay out well past our four hours but we declined. Despite not catching many we had a great time. Great conversation and time on the water. Would definitely book again, maybe a better time of year next time.

Reported catch:
Speckled Trout
Clay Fisher
Response from Captain

Thank you Jim. I enjoyed it as well.

Jon Stouffer
Jon Stouffer
Repeat angler
us
Texas, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
everything I expected!
Half Day Trip (PM) on October 22, 2026 • 1 adult

Capt. Fisher put me on fish, shared knowleged of these waters, and helped me grow as an angler! I highly recommend!

Reported catch:
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Chris Coble
Chris Coble
Repeat angler
us
Texas, US
Member since 2024
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Great trip
Half Day Trip (PM) on July 18, 2026 • 2 adults

Went on an afternoon and a morning trip with Capt. Clay. Great boat. Easy access. We had a great time. Recent rains pushing fresh water into the bay affected fishing but Clay did what he could to get us on fish. Will definitely book with him again.

Jay Hawkins
Jay Hawkins
Repeat angler
us
Texas, US
Member since 2024
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Fun time!
Half Day Trip (AM) on May 30, 2026 • 4 adults

Had a great time with friends! Fishing was slow due to heavy rains earlier in the week. Clay was great and tried hard for us. Highly recommend!

Reported catch:
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Kellogg McMichael
Kellogg McMichael
us
Texas, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Pleasant trip
Half Day Trip (AM) on August 16, 2026 • 2 adults

Captain clay was very professional and pleasant. He worked really hard to keep us in the fish. Good conversation and a very good day.

Clay Fisher
Response from Captain

Thank you I had a good time as well.

FAQs about 4C’s Guide Service

4C’s Guide Service offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $200 per person - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $200 per person - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
When you book a trip with 4C’s Guide Service, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
Trips booked with 4C’s Guide Service include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (I do not charge for cleaning and filleting fish. But we will have to travel down the road about 1/2 mile to the fish cleaning station. )
4C’s Guide Service offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Flats fishing
4C’s Guide Service offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Popping
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with 4C’s Guide Service include:
  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Speckled Trout

Your captain

Clay Fisher
Clay Fisher
Palacios, Texas, United States
ID & license verified
17 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since August 2025
Capt. Clay runs trips out of Palacios aboard 25' Mowdy. Keep your eyes peeled for Redfish and Speckled Trout as you try your hand at bottom fishing, popping, trolling, drifting, and more. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.
Clay Fisher
Clay Fisher
Fully verified
17
reviews
2025
member since
~1h
response
Capt. Clay runs trips out of Palacios aboard 25' Mowdy. Keep your eyes peeled for Redfish and Speckled Trout as you try your hand at bottom fishing, popping, trolling, drifting, and more. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

The fish you can target

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

Real catches by this captain

  • Angler proudly displaying a caught shark while fishing on a boat in a scenic waterway.
    Fish 1
    Blacktip Shark
    Ricky B.
    Ricky B.
    Great captain comfortable boat, enjoyable day for all of us.
  • A young angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while standing on a boat in a coastal fishing environment.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Chris C.
    Chris C.
    Went on an afternoon and a morning trip with Capt. Clay. Great boat. Easy access. We had a great time. Recent rains pushing fresh water into the bay affected fishing but Clay did what he could to get us on fish. Will definitely book with him again.
  • Adult angler proudly holding a spotted flatfish catch aboard a shallow-water fishing boat, with a landing net and boat console visible.
    Fish 1
    Flounder
    Robin F.
    Robin F.
    What a great day out on the water. We caught fish at a steady pace the whole trip and really enjoyed ourselves.
  • An angler proudly displaying a freshly caught Redfish while aboard a fishing boat, enjoying a day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Gary M.
    Gary M.
  • A young angler proudly displaying a Redfish while fishing from a boat in a scenic marsh environment.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Redfish
    Cameron C.
    Cameron C.
    Got on the fish and caught through out the morning. He was great with my kids as well. Will book again.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
2020
Boat manufacturer
Mowdy
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
36 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
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
I do not charge for cleaning and filleting fish. But we will have to travel down the road about 1/2 mile to the fish cleaning station.

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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
If kids are younger than 13 please bring a comfortable life jacket for them to wear.
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
 PayPal

What’s biting in Palacios right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
FlounderFlounder
RedfishRedfish
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

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