Clean Fun Fishing 

4.9
(5 reviews)
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State licensed
 Rockport, Rockport, TX 78382, United States

Clean Fun Fishing 

Rockport, TX, United States
18 ft
3
4.9
(5 reviews)

Come enjoy a fun, laid-back inshore fishing trip with Captain Justin and Clean Fun Fishing. Whether you're an experienced angler or it's your first time fishing, I'll do my best to put you on fish and make sure you have a great day on the water.

I specialize in small, private fishing trips for up to 3 guests. Families, kids, beginners, and experienced anglers are all welcome. We fish the Texas Coastal Bend around Rockport, Aransas Pass, Ingleside, Port Aransas, Corpus Christi, and Portland. The exact launch location may change depending on the season and where the fishing has been best.

You'll fish from my 18' Freedom Patriot flats boat, which is well suited for getting into the shallow bays and areas where we target redfish, speckled trout, black drum, and mangrove snapper.

For regular live-bait or cut-bait trips, I provide the rods, reels, tackle, and bait you will need. Fish cleaning, water, and Gatorade are also included.

If you're an experienced angler who prefers fishing with artificial lures, I'm happy to guide you with artificials, but you will need to bring your own rods, reels, and lures. Artificial fishing setups are not provided.

My goal isn't just to take you fishing. I enjoy teaching people how to fish, explaining what we're doing, and helping beginners and kids learn along the way. If you already have plenty of fishing experience, we'll get right to work and fish hard.

Please bring a valid Texas fishing license, non-spray sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, and any snacks you'd like. Because this is a smaller flats boat, please leave bulky coolers and unnecessary gear behind.

Clean Fun Fishing provides a family-friendly environment. No alcohol, illegal drugs, or weapons are allowed aboard the boat.

If you're looking for a private inshore fishing trip with personal attention and a captain who enjoys helping people catch fish, come spend a morning on the water with Clean Fun Fishing!

Come enjoy a fun, laid-back inshore fishing trip with Captain Justin and Clean Fun Fishing. Whether you're an experienced angler or it's your first time fishing, I'll do my best to put you on fish and make sure you have a great day on the water.

I specialize in small, private fishing trips for up to 3 guests. Families, kids, beginners, and experienced anglers are all welcome. We fish the Texas Coastal Bend around Rockport, Aransas Pass, Ingleside, Port Aransas, Corpus Christi, and Portland. The exact launch location may change depending on the season and where the fishing has been best.

You'll fish from my 18' Freedom Patriot flats boat, which is well suited for getting into the shallow bays and areas where we target redfish, speckled trout, black drum, and mangrove snapper.

For regular live-bait or cut-bait trips, I provide the rods, reels, tackle, and bait you will need. Fish cleaning, water, and Gatorade are also included.

If you're an experienced angler who prefers fishing with artificial lures, I'm happy to guide you with artificials, but you will need to bring your own rods, reels, and lures. Artificial fishing setups are not provided.

My goal isn't just to take you fishing. I enjoy teaching people how to fish, explaining what we're doing, and helping beginners and kids learn along the way. If you already have plenty of fishing experience, we'll get right to work and fish hard.

Please bring a valid Texas fishing license, non-spray sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, and any snacks you'd like. Because this is a smaller flats boat, please leave bulky coolers and unnecessary gear behind.

Clean Fun Fishing provides a family-friendly environment. No alcohol, illegal drugs, or weapons are allowed aboard the boat.

If you're looking for a private inshore fishing trip with personal attention and a captain who enjoys helping people catch fish, come spend a morning on the water with Clean Fun Fishing!

Justin Coghlan
Captain
Justin Coghlan
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4 Hour Inshore Fishing Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
Redfish
Speckled Trout
US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
Family & Kids Fishing Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
Redfish
Speckled Trout
US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
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Rating

4.9
5 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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Ben Rymers
Ben Rymers
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San Antonio, TX, US
Member since 2026
5.0
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Clean Fun Fishing!!!!
4 Hour Inshore Fishing Trip on August 22, 20262 adults

Clean Fun Fishing was an absolute blast from start to finish! We had an incredible day on the water and came back with an amazing haul of fish. The whole experience was exactly what you want in a fishing trip; great fishing, beautiful scenery, and a crew that made the day fun and enjoyable. You can tell Justin knows these waters and genuinely wants his customers to have a great time. Whether you’re an experienced angler or just looking to get out on the water and catch some fish, I would highly recommend Clean Fun Fishing. We had a fantastic time, caught plenty of fish, and made some great memories. If you’re looking for a fishing trip in the area, book with Clean Fun Fishing—you won’t regret it! 🎣🔥

Reported catch:
Mangrove Snapper
Black Drum
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Justin Coghlan
Response from Captain

Ben, thank you so much for the awesome review! I really enjoyed having y’all out on the water and I’m glad we were able to put plenty of fish in the boat and make some great memories along the way. I truly appreciate you choosing Clean Fun Fishing and taking the time to share your experience. Hope to have y’all back out fishing with me again soon!

Douglas Fraser
Douglas Fraser
us
Texas, US
Member since 2024
4.7
Verified
Great time and got PB Redfish
4 Hour Inshore Fishing Trip on April 15, 20261 adult

Another great day of fishing with Captain Justin/Clean Fun Fishing. My third trip was a charm with catching my PB Redfish. Justin knows where to go and uses both live and artificial bait as we worked to catch Speckled Trout and Redfish. Recommend Justin for a great day on the water and opportunity to catch some good fish. Will be back again for sure.

Reported catch:
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Justin Coghlan
Response from Captain

thank you Doug, I've enjoyed all the trips with you!

Craig Ashby
Craig Ashby
us
Texas, US
Member since 2019
5.0
Haf day trip
4 Hour Inshore Fishing Trip on September 24, 2025

He really worked to find the fish. Great rods and reels. He had real knowledge of fishing area.

Reported catch:
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Black Drum
Justin Coghlan
Response from Captain

Thank you Craig. I always enjoy fishing with you!

Marshall Caskey
Marshall Caskey
us
Texas, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
CLEAN is an understatement!
4 Hour Inshore Fishing Trip on October 30, 20252 adults

Knowledgeable, friendly and competent. Boat and gear are skueaky- clean.

Justin Coghlan
Response from Captain

Thank you very much. I enjoyed the trip with yall and I look forward to guiding yall again. Very easy going, nice couple to fish with. People like yall is why I love my job 😁👍

S Guy
S Guy
Member since 2025
5.0
Epic day with Clean Fun Fishing
4 Hour Inshore Fishing Trip on September 4, 2025

The morning started with an amazing Sunrise. Captain Justin had all the equipment that I needed.,just had to step on the boat. He even had some water. The boat was clean and well maintained. Not long after we launched Captain Justin was pointing out fish, next thing I know he hands me a pole and says cast there. Trout after Trout, I had my very first limit of trout. Captain says ready to go get some Reds. Off we go to another spot. Ok, throw there. Boom ! I catch a huge Redfish. Captain Justin ,landed my Redfish and took my picture. Caught more Redfish and even some Drum. He is very knowledgeable. Im excited for my next trip. Highly recommend Clean Fun Fishing charter.

Reported catch:
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Black Drum
Justin Coghlan
Response from Captain

Every day on the water is a great day but that was a blast! I enjoyed the trip and I look forward to the next one! thank you

FAQs about Clean Fun Fishing

Clean Fun Fishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $450 per group, additional US $100 per person after 1 guest - 4 Hour Inshore Fishing Trip (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $100 per person after 1 guest - Family & Kids Fishing Trip (4 hours)
When you book a trip with Clean Fun Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well Live bait tank for keeping shrimp and bait fresh t
  • Wireless trolling motor Minn Kota Terrova 24V trolling motor with Spot-Loc
Trips booked with Clean Fun Fishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (or cut bait)
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Fish cleaning is included on my trips. )
  • Drinks (I will have plenty of water and Gatorade for everyone)
Clean Fun Fishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Flats fishing
Clean Fun Fishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Spinning
  • Popping
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Clean Fun Fishing include:
  • Black Drum
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Speckled Trout

Your captain

Justin Coghlan
Justin Coghlan

Rockport, Texas, United States

25 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
5 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since September 2025

I moved to the Aransas Pass/Rockport Texas areas back in 2019 to completely start my life over again. I've had a passion for fishing since I was a small child. It has always been a way for me to get away from everyday life. When I'm on the water, I have a sense of peace and joy, still to this day, that I can't explain. That passion has lead me through some really difficult times throughout my life. I was new to inshore fishing when I moved here but with time on the water, hard work and dedication, I got really good at finding the fish. I have grown to really love the challenges that inshore fishing provides. It's not always easy as conditions change on a daily bases. There are 4 rules that I have learned and fish by when it comes to inshore fishing that helps me to be a successful fisherman. 1. Find the bait activity 2. Fish through that activity and cover water. 3. On a low activity day, spot jump structure where I have caught fish at many times before. 4. Read the water and signs. On the slow days of catching, we enjoy all that our water has to offer. I was a freshwater fisherman growing up but some of the same techniques rolled over to inshore and the rest I have learned mostly on my own. I became a full time kayak guide in May of 2021. We have made a lot of really great memories fishing from the kayaks! I have learned that kayak fishing can be really hard on my customers. It takes a lot of practice but kayak fishing can be a lot of fun. I received my Captains license and started guiding from my flats boat. I look forward to the new adventures and the memories we will share with each other out on the water. I am patient and understanding and willing to teach you anything that you ask of me. Born in Houston Texas. Graduated Alvin High school. I worked as a landscape irrigator for over 15 years. Foreman and owner of my own landscape company for 8 years. I've worked for other landscape companies running crews for commercial properties. I can design, bid, and install irrigation as well as fish, but those days are long gone. I started my YouTube channel in May of 2020 just as a hobby and to help other fisherman catch fish by giving them tips and advise through my videos. Deep down God had bigger plans for me, and when God puts something in my heart that stays, I can't help but go with it. Quitting my full time job as an irrigator to become a full time fishing guide was scary for me, but I had a really strong feeling that it was that time. I thank him multiple times a day, every day, that I am doing what I truly love and making a living on His water. I named my business Clean Fun Fishing after my sobriety. My sobriety date is September of 2017 and I haven't looked back ever since. I do not allow drugs or alcohol on my trips. Being clean and sober has opened up a whole new world for me that I now live for...Fishing! It's an experience that I would love to share with you! I've had ups and downs in life but I am finally where I need to be...On the water. Let's go get them lines tight!!

Justin Coghlan
Justin Coghlan
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2025
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I moved to the Aransas Pass/Rockport Texas areas back in 2019 to completely start my life over again. I've had a passion for fishing since I was a small child. It has always been a way for me to get away from everyday life. When I'm on the water, I have a sense of peace and joy, still to this day, that I can't explain. That passion has lead me through some really difficult times throughout my life. I was new to inshore fishing when I moved here but with time on the water, hard work and dedication, I got really good at finding the fish. I have grown to really love the challenges that inshore fishing provides. It's not always easy as conditions change on a daily bases. There are 4 rules that I have learned and fish by when it comes to inshore fishing that helps me to be a successful fisherman. 1. Find the bait activity 2. Fish through that activity and cover water. 3. On a low activity day, spot jump structure where I have caught fish at many times before. 4. Read the water and signs. On the slow days of catching, we enjoy all that our water has to offer. I was a freshwater fisherman growing up but some of the same techniques rolled over to inshore and the rest I have learned mostly on my own. I became a full time kayak guide in May of 2021. We have made a lot of really great memories fishing from the kayaks! I have learned that kayak fishing can be really hard on my customers. It takes a lot of practice but kayak fishing can be a lot of fun. I received my Captains license and started guiding from my flats boat. I look forward to the new adventures and the memories we will share with each other out on the water. I am patient and understanding and willing to teach you anything that you ask of me. Born in Houston Texas. Graduated Alvin High school. I worked as a landscape irrigator for over 15 years. Foreman and owner of my own landscape company for 8 years. I've worked for other landscape companies running crews for commercial properties. I can design, bid, and install irrigation as well as fish, but those days are long gone. I started my YouTube channel in May of 2020 just as a hobby and to help other fisherman catch fish by giving them tips and advise through my videos. Deep down God had bigger plans for me, and when God puts something in my heart that stays, I can't help but go with it. Quitting my full time job as an irrigator to become a full time fishing guide was scary for me, but I had a really strong feeling that it was that time. I thank him multiple times a day, every day, that I am doing what I truly love and making a living on His water. I named my business Clean Fun Fishing after my sobriety. My sobriety date is September of 2017 and I haven't looked back ever since. I do not allow drugs or alcohol on my trips. Being clean and sober has opened up a whole new world for me that I now live for...Fishing! It's an experience that I would love to share with you! I've had ups and downs in life but I am finally where I need to be...On the water. Let's go get them lines tight!!

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Black Drum
Black Drum
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout

Real catches by this captain

  • Great time and got PB Redfish
    Douglas Allen F.
    Douglas Allen F.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
3 persons
Boat length
18 ft
Year built
2024
Boat manufacturer
Freedom
Boat type
Flats boat
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 115HP
Max cruising speed
28 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Flats 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
Live bait tank for keeping shrimp and bait fresh t
Wireless trolling motor
Minn Kota Terrova 24V trolling motor with Spot-Loc
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
or cut bait
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fish cleaning is included on my trips.
Drinks
I will have plenty of water and Gatorade for everyone

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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

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

Child friendly
I welcome all ages
No alcohol
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

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What’s biting in Rockport right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
RedfishRedfish
SheepsheadSheepshead
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

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Mangrove Snapper Fishing Is on Fire in t
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August 28, 2026
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Mangrove Snapper Bite Is Still Going Str
Mangrove Snapper Bite Is Still Going Str
August 29, 2026
I had another good morning of inshore fishing with the mangrove snapper continuing to bite. Once I found the fish, my customers were able to put together a nice box of snapper and take home some fresh fish for dinner. Mangrove snapper are a lot of fun on light inshore tackle. They fight hard, and when the bite gets going, they can make for an action-packed trip. I fish throughout the Rockport, Aransas Pass, Port Aransas, Ingleside and Corpus Christi Bay area, depending on the conditions and where I believe I can give my customers the best opportunity to catch fish. If you're looking to get out on the water, I still have dates available. Book a trip with me at Clean Fun Fishing and come see what's biting along the Texas Coastal Bend.
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Mangrove Snapper Fishing Is on Fire in t
Mangrove Snapper Fishing Is on Fire in t
August 28, 2026
Mangrove snapper fishing has been on fire lately throughout the Texas Coastal Bend! These fish have been biting consistently, making them one of the most exciting species to target right now around Rockport, Ingleside, Aransas Pass, Port Aransas, and Corpus Christi Bay. If you’re looking for steady action and some excellent fish to bring home for dinner, this is a great time to get on the water. Mangrove Snapper Are Biting The mangrove snapper bite has been excellent around structure, deeper channels, rocks, pilings, and other areas where these fish like to hold. When you find the right spot, the action can happen fast. Mangrove snapper are aggressive, strong fighters for their size, and a lot of fun for both experienced anglers and people who don’t fish very often. They’re also a great species for families and kids because there can be plenty of action once the bite gets going. Fishing Around Ingleside and Aransas Pass The Ingleside and Aransas Pass area continues to produce some great fishing. There is a lot of structure and moving water in this part of the Coastal Bend, which creates excellent habitat for mangrove snapper. Live shrimp has been one of my go-to baits. Getting the bait down around the structure where the snapper are holding can produce some hard strikes. You need to be ready when they hit. Mangrove snapper are quick and will head straight back toward structure if you give them the chance. Rockport and Port Aransas Mangrove Snapper Fishing Anglers staying in Rockport or Port Aransas don't have to travel far to experience this bite. One of the advantages of fishing the Texas Coastal Bend is the variety of water available. Depending on the conditions, we can fish different areas throughout the bays and channels while looking for the best bite. Mangrove snapper are only part of what we may encounter. Redfish, black drum, and speckled trout are also possibilities while fishing these waters. Corpus Christi Bay Fishing Corpus Christi Bay also offers excellent opportunities for inshore fishing. Structure, channels, reefs, and areas with good tidal movement can all hold fish. Conditions can change from one day to the next, so I pay attention to the wind, tide, water movement, and recent fishing activity when deciding where to start. Right now, mangrove snapper have definitely earned a spot near the top of the list. A Great Fish for Kids and Families Mangrove snapper are one of my favorite fish to target with families because they can provide exactly what many people want from a fishing trip: action. You don't need years of fishing experience to catch them. I enjoy helping beginners and kids learn how to feel the bite, set the hook, fight the fish, and get it into the boat. Whether you're an experienced fisherman or this is your first time holding a fishing rod, I'll help you throughout the trip. Book a Texas Coastal Bend Fishing Trip If you've been thinking about getting out on the water, now is a great time. The mangrove snapper have been on fire, and we're going to keep taking advantage of the bite while it's good. Clean Fun Fishing offers family-friendly inshore fishing trips serving Rockport, Ingleside, Aransas Pass, Port Aransas, and Corpus Christi Bay. Rods, reels, bait, tackle, water, Gatorade, and fish cleaning are provided on our regular bait fishing trips. Come spend a morning on the water with Captain Justin and let's see what we can put in the cooler! Book your next Texas Coastal Bend fishing trip with Clean Fun Fishing.
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Mangrove Snapper & Black Drum Bite
Mangrove Snapper & Black Drum Bite
August 23, 2026
The mangrove snapper and black drum bite has been good lately! Live shrimp fished near the bottom on a Carolina rig has been producing plenty of action, with some speckled trout and redfish possible in the mix. We’ve been concentrating on structure, deeper channels, and areas with good moving water around Ingleside, Port Aransas, and Corpus Christi Bay. Mangrove snapper are aggressive and a lot of fun on light tackle, while the black drum have been putting up a great fight. Fishing conditions and locations change from day to day, so I’ll take you where I believe we have the best opportunity to catch fish. If you're ready to get on the water, book your trip and come fish the Texas Coastal Bend with me! Tight lines, Captain Justin
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