South Padre Outfitters – Ryan Falls 

4.8
(115 reviews)
 
State licensed
 401 Texas 100, Port Isabel, TX 78578, United States–

South Padre Outfitters – Ryan Falls 

Port Isabel, TX, United States
–
24 ft
6
4.8
(115 reviews)

Family-friendly and pet-friendly. Bring your dog. South Padre Outfitters is here to make your fishing dreams come true! They will take you fishing on the South Padre Island's waters with Captain Ryan Falls. Having fished these waters for over 40 years, Captain Ryan is an excellent choice for a fishing guide in SPI. He is a warm, knowledgeable, and patient person who loves taking families fishing.

Captain Ryan will take you and your family fishing aboard his 24' Dargel flats boat, restored in 2025. This shallow water beauty is powered by a 250 HP Suzuki engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 55 knots. You will not waste any fishing time with this vessel as this much speed means you quickly change productive locations. Once there, the vessel's two sighting towers located at bow and stern will allow you to see the fish with your own eyes.

And now the fish! Tailing Redfish and Speckled Trout, bottom-dwelling Flounder, and the versatile Mangrove Snapper can all be found on South Padre Island. Most species are present year-round and all are great to eat. To target the fish, you will mostly throw lures but can also use live bait if need be. If it's your first time fishing and you are eager to learn, don't be shy to ask Captain Ryan for advice.

The boat has a livewell and an icebox on board, as well as all the fishing gear you need – rods, reels, tackle, and lures. You will only need to bring a Texas fishing license with a saltwater stamp. Please note, it's useful to have a hat, polarized sunglasses, sunscreen, drinks, snacks, and a cooler large enough for all your catch!

Now take a look at the trips offered below, book the one that suits you the most and give Captain Ryan a chance, you'll be glad you did!

Family-friendly and pet-friendly. Bring your dog. South Padre Outfitters is here to make your fishing dreams come true! They will take you fishing on the South Padre Island's waters with Captain Ryan Falls. Having fished these waters for over 40 years, Captain Ryan is an excellent choice for a fishing guide in SPI. He is a warm, knowledgeable, and patient person who loves taking families fishing.

Captain Ryan will take you and your family fishing aboard his 24' Dargel flats boat, restored in 2025. This shallow water beauty is powered by a 250 HP Suzuki engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 55 knots. You will not waste any fishing time with this vessel as this much speed means you quickly change productive locations. Once there, the vessel's two sighting towers located at bow and stern will allow you to see the fish with your own eyes.

And now the fish! Tailing Redfish and Speckled Trout, bottom-dwelling Flounder, and the versatile Mangrove Snapper can all be found on South Padre Island. Most species are present year-round and all are great to eat. To target the fish, you will mostly throw lures but can also use live bait if need be. If it's your first time fishing and you are eager to learn, don't be shy to ask Captain Ryan for advice.

The boat has a livewell and an icebox on board, as well as all the fishing gear you need – rods, reels, tackle, and lures. You will only need to bring a Texas fishing license with a saltwater stamp. Please note, it's useful to have a hat, polarized sunglasses, sunscreen, drinks, snacks, and a cooler large enough for all your catch!

Now take a look at the trips offered below, book the one that suits you the most and give Captain Ryan a chance, you'll be glad you did!

Ryan Falls
Captain
Ryan Falls
41 years of experience
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Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
3 Hour trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Redfish
Flounder
Speckled Trout
US $375
Entire boat: 2 people
Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
Redfish
Flounder
+1
US $475
Entire boat: 2 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
Redfish
Flounder
+1
US $800
Entire boat: 2 people

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Rating

4.8
115 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (86)

What anglers say

93%
Great experience
98%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
97%
Recommended
87%
Caught fish

Reviews (115)

  • Andres Sanchez
    Andres Sanchez
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2023
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    A great day of fishing

    3 Hour trip on October 29, 2026 • 5 adults • 2 children

    Cap Ryan was very patient with the boys teaching them every technique on how to fish, and one of my boys caught himself a 23” Red fish. Eveyone caught fish from Speckled Trout, Red Fish, Flounder, and Jack Crevelle. i couldnt have asked for a better day. Thanks Cap Ryan!

  • Amy Hulsey
    Amy Hulsey
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Ryan gets limits!

    Half Day Trip (AM) on October 19, 2026 • 2 adults

    Considering the weather, he put us on trout and we limited with enough time to go to several other spots before the weather turned worse. Captain Ryan is very kind and accommodating. We would highly recommend him to everyone!!!

  • James Taylor
    James Taylor
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Capt Ryan is the Man!!

    Half Day Trip (AM) on July 30, 2026 • 6 adults • 1 child

    we had the best time. My father-in-law, brother-in-law, nephews and my son. We limited out on trout early because the captain put us on the best spots. he was knowledgeable, fun and was just as excited as we were to catch fish. I honestly think he was more excited when my nephews and son caught fish then we were. We will book him every time we are in South Padre.

  • Eduardo Diaz
    Eduardo Diaz
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    4.0
    Verified

    great experience

    Half Day Trip (AM) on May 23, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

    Mr Ryan was a great company, great captain in his knowledge and ability and companion. we had a great time with my family, brother, in laws and grandson. here is the however! this is to give the feedback to Ryan and all captains, in my business experience, if you are a mechanic, you have the best tools, if customer service, a great smile and knowledgeable in the product you offer, if you are a fishing captain, have the best nets to catch the fish, to avoid loosing the few fish customer may catch, the best and smooth fishing rods, the shiniest hooks so customer that do not have that much knowledge on fishing do not have to work with faulty equipment. i had a previous trip with another captain and we had to be towed back due to engine failure. another time a captain and crew did not keep count of fish and people that flew for the fishing experience and got their limit, did not get any fish because the were polite to let others get their fish first and they went back home empty handed. just do your best, best equipment, best knowledge of area, so customer do not walk with gaps and disappointment in their experience, we can not expect the fish to catch that hook every time we cast or expect the biggest fish but for sure the best effort to make customer come back!!! i have always been working to avoid mediocrity in my industry! never that mañana! mañana! and i share my moto!! to push others to try their best! echa toda la carne al asador!!! i will recommend Captain Ryan!! i will give a chance!! there is always room for improvement!! Eduardo Diaz

  • Patrick Mcshane
    Patrick Mcshane
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2021
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    limited out on trout!

    Half Day Trip (AM) on May 24, 2026 • 3 adults

    Ryan is a great guide and very personable! he is excellent and i would highly recommend him to beginners or advanced anglers! we limited out on trout in the first hour we were on the water!

  • Logan Bell
    Logan Bell
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2016
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    great family trip

    3 Hour trip on July 1, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 children

    Captain Ryan did a great job! took my 7 year old for his birthday with his 9 yr old sister. we all had a great time.

  • Reese Pray
    Reese Pray
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Capt Ryan put us on the fish!

    3 Hour trip on September 17, 2026 • 5 adults

    Ryan was great with our family, caught a lot of fish, had a great time

  • Bill Allen
    Bill Allen
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    Great time with my son!

    3 Hour trip on August 4, 2024 • 2 adults • 1 child

    We booked with another guide months in advance only for him to cancel on us 2 days before the trip was planned. I frantically searched for. Charter with a comparable price and review rating. I settled on Cap. Ryan Falls because of his price and review rating. I’m so glad I did! My son and I had a blast out on the water with him. Captain Ryan got us on trout right away. We limited out in less than an hour and caught a couple of reds as well. He also got us an up close look at some dolphins (we’re talking right up to the boat!) as well as many sea turtles! Cap. Ryan is very knowledgeable, and we had great conversations along the way. He was great with my son in that he helped teach him how to cast properly, how to work the cork, and he was very kind and patient with him. We will be booking with him again next year, if not sooner. Thanks Cap!

  • Belinda Woo
    Belinda Woo
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2021
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Speckled with lots of fun!

    3 Hour trip on July 31, 2024 • 2 adults

    Captain Ryan is a great guide! He took us to a few spots and always helped us with everything. He gave me and my son some pointers and he also knows a lot about SPI history. He wanted to make sure we caught our speckle trout daily maximum and extended our trip for a bit. He even helped my son “lasso” a fish we thought we had lost since it had snapped our line. That made my son’s day and he said it was the most memorable fishing trip ever. I highly recommend this trip!! A few things to note: Captain Ryan does not provide live bait but he will go purchase it for you. We paid $25 for bait and also had to pay $10 for parking. But it was all worth it. Just want you to be aware as you prepare for the excursion.

  • Bridget Hammons
    Bridget Hammons
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2023
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    🐟 🐟 Too many fish to count!

    Half Day Trip (AM) on July 24, 2025 • 4 adults

    This was our second fishing trip with Captain Ryan. He knows exactly where to put you on the fish. From the time we started fishing until the time we left the bites never stopped. We caught our limit in trout. It was an enjoyable, productive, fishing trip! We will definitely be back!

FAQs about South Padre Outfitters – Ryan Falls

South Padre Outfitters – Ryan Falls offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $375 per group, additional US $60 per person after 2 guests - 3 Hour trip (3 hours)
  • US $475 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $800 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with South Padre Outfitters – Ryan Falls, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with South Padre Outfitters – Ryan Falls include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (The cleaning is done at the dock.)
South Padre Outfitters – Ryan Falls offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Flats fishing
South Padre Outfitters – Ryan Falls offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Spinning
  • Popping
  • Fly fishing
  • Drift fishing
  • Flounder gigging
Top targeted fish species with South Padre Outfitters – Ryan Falls include:
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Speckled Trout

Your captain

Ryan Falls
Ryan Falls
Port Isabel, Texas, United States
ID & license verified
149 Customer reviews
Typical response within 1 hour
Member since May 2017
I started fishing in the bay as a boy and fell in love with fishing. I enjoy being with people on the bay and showing them the techniques that I use. Although I use a variety of techniques, I prefer site fishing in the clear water and poling my clients up to tailing Reds. The Laguna Madre is a great location for fly fishing. We also use live bait for children and beginners. It's always great to see my clients catch their first fish! Fishing is something that has to be experienced to be fully appreciated!
Ryan Falls
Ryan Falls
Fully verified
149
reviews
2017
member since
~1h
response
I started fishing in the bay as a boy and fell in love with fishing. I enjoy being with people on the bay and showing them the techniques that I use. Although I use a variety of techniques, I prefer site fishing in the clear water and poling my clients up to tailing Reds. The Laguna Madre is a great location for fly fishing. We also use live bait for children and beginners. It's always great to see my clients catch their first fish! Fishing is something that has to be experienced to be fully appreciated!

The fish you can target

Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout

Real catches by this captain

  • Angler proudly holding a large spotted snook while fishing from a small boat in coastal waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Speckled Trout
    Andres S.
    Andres S.
    Cap Ryan was very patient with the boys teaching them every technique on how to fish, and one of my boys caught himself a 23” Red fish. Eveyone caught fish from Speckled Trout, Red Fish, Flounder, and Jack Crevelle. i couldnt have asked for a better day. Thanks Cap Ryan!
  • Multiple spotted seatrout arranged on a dockside fillet table beside the water.
    Fish 1
    Speckled Trout
    Amy H.
    Amy H.
    Considering the weather, he put us on trout and we limited with enough time to go to several other spots before the weather turned worse. Captain Ryan is very kind and accommodating. We would highly recommend him to everyone!!!
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while fishing on a boat in coastal waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Redfish
    Reese P.
    Reese P.
    Ryan was great with our family, caught a lot of fish, had a great time
  • Adult angler and young companion display a large spotted coastal fish aboard a center-console boat on calm inshore waters.
    Fish 1
    Speckled Trout
    James T.
    James T.
    we had the best time. My father-in-law, brother-in-law, nephews and my son. We limited out on trout early because the captain put us on the best spots. he was knowledgeable, fun and was just as excited as we were to catch fish. I honestly think he was more excited when my nephews and son caught fish then we were. We will book him every time we are in South Padre.
  • Two young anglers proudly holding spotted redfish on a sunny waterfront dock near a marina.
    Fish 1
    Speckled Trout
    Logan B.
    Logan B.
    Captain Ryan did a great job! took my 7 year old for his birthday with his 9 yr old sister. we all had a great time.
  • Single silver fish resting in a landing net on the carpeted deck of a fishing boat, surrounded by tackle and coolers.
    Fish 1
    Speckled Trout
    Patrick M.
    Patrick M.
    Ryan is a great guide and very personable! he is excellent and i would highly recommend him to beginners or advanced anglers! we limited out on trout in the first hour we were on the water!
  • An angler proudly displaying a freshly caught fish while fishing from a boat in a calm water setting.
    Fish 1
    Speckled Trout
    Eduardo D.
    Eduardo D.
    Mr Ryan was a great company, great captain in his knowledge and ability and companion. we had a great time with my family, brother, in laws and grandson. here is the however! this is to give the feedback to Ryan and all captains, in my business experience, if you are a mechanic, you have the best tools, if customer service, a great smile and knowledgeable in the product you offer, if you are a fishing captain, have the best nets to catch the fish, to avoid loosing the few fish customer may catch, the best and smooth fishing rods, the shiniest hooks so customer that do not have that much knowledge on fishing do not have to work with faulty equipment. i had a previous trip with another captain and we had to be towed back due to engine failure. another time a captain and crew did not keep count of fish and people that flew for the fishing experience and got their limit, did not get any fish because the were polite to let others get their fish first and they went back home empty handed. just do your best, best equipment, best knowledge of area, so customer do not walk with gaps and disappointment in their experience, we can not expect the fish to catch that hook every time we cast or expect the biggest fish but for sure the best effort to make customer come back!!! i have always been working to avoid mediocrity in my industry! never that mañana! mañana! and i share my moto!! to push others to try their best! echa toda la carne al asador!!! i will recommend Captain Ryan!! i will give a chance!! there is always room for improvement!! Eduardo Diaz
  • Great family fun!
    Dave N.
    Dave N.
    We had a great time. Captain Ryan got us on some fish and we stayed busy catching em all morning. My wife especially loved the dolphins. We went for the fishing and got a bonus dolphin cruise! 😁
  • Two young anglers enjoying a successful fishing trip, with one proudly displaying a large Speckled Trout on a boat in calm waters.
    Luis Z.
    Luis Z.
    Ryan is a knowledgeable and experienced fisherman. He is definitely someone you want as your guide!
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Jack Crevalle while fishing on a boat in a coastal environment.
    Fish 1
    Jack Crevalle
    Marion H.
    Marion H.
    Captain Falls was the kindest and most thoughtful captain we have had in all the years comin down to Padre. So great and highly recommend to anyone! Thanks cap!!!

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2005
Restored in
2025
Boat manufacturer
Dargel
Boat type
Flats boat
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
60 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Spinning
Popping
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing
Flounder Gigging

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
The cleaning is done at the dock.

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 agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child friendly
6 years and over
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 50% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 50% 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
 Bank transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Port Isabel right now

FlounderFlounder
RedfishRedfish
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

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