Arroyo City Outfitters – Port Mansfield

Family-friendly and pet-friendly. Bring your dog! Arroyo City Outfitters specializes in sight fishing crystal clear water where you can see the fish eat the bait! They fish from Port Mansfield, Texas, and are operated by Captain Ryan Falls. Ryan has fished the bay waters since he was a boy and has always loved fishing. When the time came for Ryan to choose a career, it was no surprise he became a fishing guide.

The 24’ Dargel flats boat is powered by a 200 HP Evinrude engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 55 knots. The vessel’s onboard GPS will show you the fish in deeper water, and the two sighting towers located at bow and stern. The vessel is equipped with life jackets for safety, which kids are required to wear at all times. There is also a livewell for the bait and an icebox for the catch, which will be cleaned and filleted by the captain.

Captain Ryan will take you fishing for Redfish, Spotted Seatrout, Flounder, and Mangrove Snapper. These species are normally caught by throwing lures, and sometimes by using live bait, though Ryan will make an estimate and advise you accordingly. The trip options you can choose from are five-hour morning or afternoon trips, or full day trips which last eight hours.

Arroyo City Outfitters will give their all to making your fishing trip a true adventure. Whether this is your first time and you are eager to learn, or your frequent activity, Captain Ryan can accommodate you. Rods, reels, tackle, and lures are provided for every trip, and all you have to bring is a Texas fishing license with a saltwater stamp. 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, find the one that best suits your needs, and book your next angling adventure today!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $550
    Family friendly and pet friendly. This is a great option for all anglers looking for an opportunity to get familiar with the local fishery. On this trip, you will be fishing the flats for Redfish, Trout, and Flounder. Departure times are flexible and different starts can be arranged with Captain Ryan before the trip.
    Targeted fish
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Speckled Trout
    Speckled Trout
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $900
    Family friendly and pet friendly. On this full day trip, you will have a chance to make the best of both the morning and the afternoon bite. It's a great option any angler looking for an opportunity to land the fish of their dreams as you'll get plenty of time to get the most out of your favorite spots. You'll spend the trip fishing the flats for Redfish, Trout, Mangrove Snapper, and Flounder.
    Targeted fish
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Speckled Trout
    Speckled Trout

FAQs about Arroyo City Outfitters – Port Mansfield

Arroyo City Outfitters – Port Mansfield offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $550 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $900 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Arroyo City Outfitters – Port Mansfield, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Arroyo City Outfitters – Port Mansfield include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting

Arroyo City Outfitters – Port Mansfield offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Flats Fishing

Arroyo City Outfitters – Port Mansfield offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Spinning
  • Popping
  • Fly Fishing
  • Flounder Gigging

Top targeted fish species with Arroyo City Outfitters – Port Mansfield include:
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Speckled Trout

Meet the Captain

Ryan Falls
Port Mansfield, Texas, United States
ID & license verified
109 Customer reviews
Response time within an 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!

About this listing

Targeted species

Flounder Flounder
Redfish Redfish
Snapper (Mangrove) Mangrove Snapper
Speckled Trout Speckled Trout

Boat specs

Dargel (Flats boat) originally built in 2015. Powered by a 200HP Evinrude engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 60 knots.

Length
24 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Spinning
Popping
Fly Fishing
Flounder Gigging

Amenities

GPS
Live Bait Well
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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 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

Payment

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
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 7 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
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Captain Ryan is one of those guides that makes for a wonderful experience even if the fishing was slow, but it wasn\u2019t. We had plenty of action and dolphin and ducks all round us. Thank you Captain Ryan, grilling redfish on the half shell right now!!
Captain Ryan is one of those guides that makes for a wonderful experience even if the fishing was slow, but it wasn\u2019t. We had plenty of action and dolphin and ducks all round us. Thank you Captain Ryan, grilling redfish on the half shell right now!!
Captain Ryan is one of those guides that makes for a wonderful experience even if the fishing was slow, but it wasn\u2019t. We had plenty of action and dolphin and ducks all round us. Thank you Captain Ryan, grilling redfish on the half shell right now!!
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Appropriate for children
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Satisfied with the boat
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Caught fish
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Peter P.
Pearland, TX
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Fishing with Ryan

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on June 18, 2023
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Rogelio D.
San Antonio, TX
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July fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on July 11, 2020
Had a great time. Captain was very knowledgeable…. I picked up a few pointers.  We will definitely book him again when we...
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VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on June 5, 2020
Nothing Fancy no BS just good old- fishing. Caught big Reds within the first hour. Captain Ryan is a Knowledgeable fishermen...
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Jack C.
Conroe, TX
Excellent
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October fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on October 27, 2021
Excellent guide and equipment. Overall experience was a disappointment as the weather/wind did not cooperate.
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John S.
Edinburg, TX
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