Captain Phil Hill 

New
 
State licensed
 Tarpon Avenue 40, Port Isabel, TX 78578, United States

Captain Phil Hill 

Up to 9 miles
Port Isabel, TX, United States
18 ft
3
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Make some memories in Port Isabel and go fishing with Captain Phil Hill. With Captain Phillip at the helm, you're in knowledgeable and experienced hands.

Sheepshead, Speckled Trout, Mangrove Snapper, Tripletail, Black Drum, Redfish, Blacktip Shark, Flounder, Snook, and more are on the menu if you cast your line at the right time of year.

During the trip, you might be spinning, drifting, or trying another technique that's well suited to these waters.

Trips with Captain Phil Hill are child-friendly, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day! Children must wear life vests, so be sure to check whether the appropriate size is available on board. Snacks are also a good idea to help keep everyone's energy up throughout the trip.

Your vessel for the day is an 18' flats boat with room for up to 3 passengers. It has all the essentials no fishing machine can run without.

Rods, reels, tackle, and lures are provided by the charter. Live bait is available, but be sure to ask in advance whether you'll be catching it yourself.

You might need to purchase a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species may be protected or require a tag to keep, so it's a good idea to know what to expect before your trip.

Don't leave home without sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen (non-spray), and bottled water. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but please avoid hard liquor and glass bottles.

Go ahead and treat yourself to a day on the water with Captain Phil Hill!

Make some memories in Port Isabel and go fishing with Captain Phil Hill. With Captain Phillip at the helm, you're in knowledgeable and experienced hands.

Sheepshead, Speckled Trout, Mangrove Snapper, Tripletail, Black Drum, Redfish, Blacktip Shark, Flounder, Snook, and more are on the menu if you cast your line at the right time of year.

During the trip, you might be spinning, drifting, or trying another technique that's well suited to these waters.

Trips with Captain Phil Hill are child-friendly, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day! Children must wear life vests, so be sure to check whether the appropriate size is available on board. Snacks are also a good idea to help keep everyone's energy up throughout the trip.

Your vessel for the day is an 18' flats boat with room for up to 3 passengers. It has all the essentials no fishing machine can run without.

Rods, reels, tackle, and lures are provided by the charter. Live bait is available, but be sure to ask in advance whether you'll be catching it yourself.

You might need to purchase a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species may be protected or require a tag to keep, so it's a good idea to know what to expect before your trip.

Don't leave home without sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen (non-spray), and bottled water. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but please avoid hard liquor and glass bottles.

Go ahead and treat yourself to a day on the water with Captain Phil Hill!

Phillip Hill
Captain
Phillip Hill
41 years of experience
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Trip availability and prices

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Number of days
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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3 Hour – Fishing Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Snook
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
Redfish
+5
US $350
Entire boat: 2 people
5 Hour – Fishing Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 2:00 PM)
Snook
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
Redfish
+5
US $500
Entire boat: 2 people
8 Hour – Fishing Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Snook
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
Redfish
+5
US $700
Entire boat: 2 people
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FAQs about Captain Phil Hill

Captain Phil Hill offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $350 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 3 Hour – Fishing Trip (3 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour – Fishing Trip (5 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour – Fishing Trip - 2:00 PM (5 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 8 Hour – Fishing Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Captain Phil Hill, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Multimedia system
  • Wireless trolling motor
Trips booked with Captain Phil Hill include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
Captain Phil Hill offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing (Jetties.)
  • Flats fishing (Lower Laguna Madre.)
Captain Phil Hill offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Spinning
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Captain Phil Hill include:
  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tripletail

Your captain

Phillip Hill
Phillip Hill
Phillip Hill

Port Isabel, Texas, United States

ID & license verified
Member since June 2026

Capt. Phillip Hill is your guide to an unforgettable fishing adventure in the waters of Port Isabel, Texas. This area is known for Black Drum, Speckled Trout, and Snook, and you'll have the chance to catch them using spinning, drifting, and other effective techniques. The only way to truly experience it is to join Capt. Phillip on the water.

ID & license verified
Member since June 2026

Capt. Phillip Hill is your guide to an unforgettable fishing adventure in the waters of Port Isabel, Texas. This area is known for Black Drum, Speckled Trout, and Snook, and you'll have the chance to catch them using spinning, drifting, and other effective techniques. The only way to truly experience it is to join Capt. Phillip on the water.

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tripletail
Tripletail
Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Sheepshead
Sheepshead

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
3 persons
Boat length
18 ft
Year built
1992
Restored in
2020
Boat manufacturer
⁠Shallow Sport Boats
Boat type
Flats boat
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 140HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
Jetties.
Flats Fishing
Lower Laguna Madre.

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Spinning
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Multimedia system
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 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 included in price

Transfer from hotels or jetties in Port Isabel to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Child friendly
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.

Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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

 Checks

 Bank transfer

What’s biting in Port Isabel right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
FlounderFlounder
RedfishRedfish
Shark (Blacktip)Shark (Blacktip)
SheepsheadSheepshead
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
SnookSnook
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

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