Jim Adams Guide Service 

4.9/5 (143 reviews)
 West Cotter Avenue, Port Aransas, TX 78373, United States

Jim Adams Guide Service 

4.9/5 (143 reviews)
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West Cotter Avenue
Port Aransas, TX, United States

Jim Adams Guide Service invites you on a fishing trip out of Port Aransas. Year-round, these trips will take you exploring the inshore waters of Texas’ praised waterways. Whether it’s Speckled Trout, Redfish, Black Drum, Sheepshead, or Mutton Snapper, here you will have a chance to get them! These trips work well with hardcore fishermen and families with kids alike.

Your captain for the day is Jim Adams. He’s a retired federal firefighter and started running charters before his retirement. Why? As Jim himself says - ‘Even though I have always loved to fish, I have found that I enjoy seeing the thrill of others catch a fish just as much. Teaching children a love of the sport is important to me also.’

Captain Jim will welcome you aboard his 25’ LaFitte Skiff style bay boat. She was restored in 2017 and comes equipped with a 250 HP Yamaha engine. The boat can take up to six anglers. If you’re bringing kids along, the captain has life vests for them on the boat. The boat will take you around flats, inshore, and nearshore waters and is equipped with necessities for your trip. The vessel carries Penn fishing gear as well.

When you’re packing for the trip, you should bring food, beverages, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a camera. All the standard fishing gear is waiting for you onboard. Please remember to bring a valid Texas fishing license. The captain will normally fish for live bait before the trip, but in case you join him fishing for the bait, he will extend your trip. You can get your fish cleaned at the dock, for 50 cents per pound. And, if you want to try some bow fishing - it’s possible to do so during summer, when fishing for Black Drum. Just remember to bring the gear.

Once you’re good to go, get your friends and come enjoy your day on the water!

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 143 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (69)

July fishing trip
July fishing trip
July fishing trip
+66

Angler rating

132
7
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

98%

Appropriate for children

96%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

97%

Caught fish

94%

Showing 1 - 5 of 143 reviews
Showing: 5 of 143 reviews
Michael C.
Michael C.
5.0/5

Jul 16, 2025

Half Day Trip

Great Captain

VERIFIED

Jim Adams always works his butt off to find and put you in fish. Although today was almost a bust, Jim kept moving and trying to locate where the fish were hiding. We only got two keepers but that’s the luck of the draw. I be booking Jim again and hopefully we will get on the fish. Fun times as always.

Jim Adams always works his butt off to find and put you in fish. Although today was almost a bust, Jim kept moving and trying...  

 Michael C. recommends Jim Adams Guide Service
 Michael C. recommends Jim Adams Guide Service

Lon E.
Lon E.
5.0/5

May 31, 2025

Half Day Trip

port A

VERIFIED

My wife and I had a great trip with captain Jim this morning. We caught a limit of specks then went after black drum and ended up with a nice mess of fish. He is passionate and courteous and I highly recommend!

My wife and I had a great trip with captain Jim this morning. We caught a limit of specks then went after black drum and ended...  

Captain replied
 Lon E. recommends Jim Adams Guide Service
 Lon E. recommends Jim Adams Guide Service
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on May 31, 2025
Had a great time too enjoyed your company thank you

William H.
William H.
5.0/5

Apr 5, 2025

Half Day Trip

Trip with Grandkids

VERIFIED

We had a great day fishing with my son and grandkids. Captain Jim was great, spent a lot of time looking for fish and found us some really nice size Black Drum that kept the kids engaged. Both of my grandkids caught fish, one was a red over 28 " which we released. I would highly recommend Captain Jim you want to book a trip in Port Aransas. Thanks, BH

We had a great day fishing with my son and grandkids. Captain Jim was great, spent a lot of time looking for fish and found us...  

 William H. recommends Jim Adams Guide Service
 William H. recommends Jim Adams Guide Service

Kari T.
Kari T.
5.0/5

Jul 2, 2025

Half Day Trip

Capt. Jim

VERIFIED

Great day on the water. Captain Jim caters to his guests. He’ll find you the fish you want to catch. He is knowledgeable and a great guy.

Great day on the water. Captain Jim caters to his guests. He’ll find you the fish you want to catch. He is knowledgeable and a...  

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 Kari T. recommends Jim Adams Guide Service
 Kari T. recommends Jim Adams Guide Service

Paul S.
Paul S.
5.0/5

May 23, 2025

Half Day Trip

Memorial Day Trip

VERIFIED

Highly recommend. My sons and I had a great time fishing trout and drum with Captain Jim. He’s takes pride in his work and is a wonderful teacher.

Highly recommend. My sons and I had a great time fishing trout and drum with Captain Jim. He’s takes pride in his work and is...  

 Paul S. recommends Jim Adams Guide Service
 Paul S. recommends Jim Adams Guide Service

Trip availability and prices

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October 2025
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Number of days
1
Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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Half Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
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US $600 
Entire boat: up to 4 people

Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 143 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (69)

July fishing trip
July fishing trip
July fishing trip
+66

Angler rating

132
7
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

98%

Appropriate for children

96%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

97%

Caught fish

94%

Showing 1 - 5 of 143 reviews
Showing: 5 of 143 reviews
Michael C.
Michael C.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Captain

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip on July 16, 2025

Jim Adams always works his butt off to find and put you in fish. Although today was almost a bust, Jim kept moving and trying to locate where the fish were hiding. We only got two keepers but that’s the luck of the draw. I be booking Jim again and hopefully we will get on the fish. Fun times as always.

Jim Adams always works his butt off to find and put you in fish. Although today was almost a bust, Jim kept moving and trying to locate where the fish were hiding. We only got two keepers but that’s the luck of the draw. I be booking Jim again and hopefully we will get on the fish. Fun times as always.  

 Michael C. recommends Jim Adams Guide Service

Lon E.
Lon E.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

port A

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip on May 31, 2025

My wife and I had a great trip with captain Jim this morning. We caught a limit of specks then went after black drum and ended up with a nice mess of fish. He is passionate and courteous and I highly recommend!

My wife and I had a great trip with captain Jim this morning. We caught a limit of specks then went after black drum and ended up with a nice mess of fish. He is passionate and courteous and I highly recommend!  

 Lon E. recommends Jim Adams Guide Service
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on May 31, 2025
Had a great time too enjoyed your company thank you

William H.
William H.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Trip with Grandkids

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip on April 5, 2025

We had a great day fishing with my son and grandkids. Captain Jim was great, spent a lot of time looking for fish and found us some really nice size Black Drum that kept the kids engaged. Both of my grandkids caught fish, one was a red over 28 " which we released. I would highly recommend Captain Jim you want to book a trip in Port Aransas. Thanks, BH

We had a great day fishing with my son and grandkids. Captain Jim was great, spent a lot of time looking for fish and found us some really nice size Black Drum that kept the kids engaged. Both of my grandkids caught fish, one was a red over 28 " which we released. I would highly recommend Captain Jim you want to book a trip in Port Aransas. Thanks, BH  

 William H. recommends Jim Adams Guide Service

Kari T.
Kari T.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Capt. Jim

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip on July 2, 2025

Great day on the water. Captain Jim caters to his guests. He’ll find you the fish you want to catch. He is knowledgeable and a great guy.

Great day on the water. Captain Jim caters to his guests. He’ll find you the fish you want to catch. He is knowledgeable and a great guy.  

Review media 0
 Kari T. recommends Jim Adams Guide Service

Paul S.
Paul S.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Memorial Day Trip

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip on May 23, 2025

Highly recommend. My sons and I had a great time fishing trout and drum with Captain Jim. He’s takes pride in his work and is a wonderful teacher.

Highly recommend. My sons and I had a great time fishing trout and drum with Captain Jim. He’s takes pride in his work and is a wonderful teacher.  

 Paul S. recommends Jim Adams Guide Service

FAQs about Jim Adams Guide Service

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
23 ft
Year built
1999
Boat manufacturer
Kenner
Boat type
Bay boat

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
25 knots
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