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Texas Saltwater Adventures

Member since February 2016 Surfside Beach, United States
Background
Texas Saltwater Adventures is owned an operated by Captain Leaf Potter, a seasoned local captain who has been running fishing charters in the waters around Freeport and Rockport, Texas, for well over two decades. A very well respected captain in the area, he has built his business to the extent that he now owns four boats. When he's not taking out a fishing trip himself, you will find his son, Capt. Cole Potter, who also grew up on these water's, is ready and waiting to share his passion for fishing with you. This family-owned duo is excited to get you on fish!

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Surfside Beach, United States
Background
Texas Saltwater Adventures is owned an operated by Captain Leaf Potter, a seasoned local captain who has been running fishing charters in the waters around Freeport and Rockport, Texas, for well over two decades. A very well respected captain in the area, he has built his business to the extent that he now owns four boats. When he's not taking out a fishing trip himself, you will find his son, Capt. Cole Potter, who also grew up on these water's, is ready and waiting to share his passion for fishing with you. This family-owned duo is excited to get you on fish!
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Texas Saltwater Adventures 24ft

State licensed
Excellent
4.7 / 5
(35 reviews)
Surfside Beach
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Trips from US $600

Texas Saltwater Adventures โ€“ 32' Twin Vee

State licensed
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(6 reviews)
Surfside Beach
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Trips from US $325

Flounder Gigging Rockport, Tx

State licensed
Rockport
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Trips from US $800

Fishing Reports

Big fish moving in!
Big fish moving in!
Apr 13, 2024 Surfside Beach
The water is warming up and the sharks are showing up. To get in this actuon on Texas Saltwater Adventures!
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Inshore fishing
Inshore fishing
Apr 12, 2024 Surfside Beach
Fishing the inshore waters this past week have been outstanding . Lots of action on black drum redfish, sheepshead and the occasional flounder. Come join the fun with Texas saltwater adventures! Capt
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Spring Break 2024
Spring Break 2024
Mar 13, 2024 Surfside Beach
The morning group was a fun local family!! Seeing these kids get excited about the outdoors and catching big fish is the best!! They tagged three and release more. Glen it was a pleasure having your family out today.
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Spring Break 2024
Spring Break 2024
Mar 10, 2024 Surfside Beach
Hereโ€™s a few pictures from yesterdayโ€™s group! Lots of drum, Sheephead, redfish, and we got a bull red too. Even caught a small bull shark we released and a nice catfish. Love the smiles, memories made and dinner caught! Letโ€™s get these kids fishing! The next two days we have openings!! Tuesday and Wednesday look beautiful!! Donโ€™t miss out on the awesome weather and great fishing!
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Spring 2024 Great trip
Spring 2024 Great trip
Feb 28, 2024 Surfside Beach
March is here, warmer temps equal good fishing. A good mix of fish lately. Sheepshead, redfish, black drum, specked trout. Spring break is here book your trip today, Surfside beach, freeport tx fishing charters. Thanks Capt
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Inshore fast action
Inshore fast action
Feb 21, 2024 Surfside Beach
With this warmer weather, inshore fishing has really heated up. Lots if sheepshead, trout, redfish, occasional tarpon. Fishing live and artificial baits have been working best. We have openings now and the upcoming spring break. Book your trip today ! Capt
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 42 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
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Good experience
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Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
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Appropriate for children
88%
Satisfied with the boat
93%
Caught fish
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Jacob S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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March fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Tripโ€“Spring Special! (AM) on March 11, 2024
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Jocelyn D.
Houston, Texas
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half day trip with Captain Leif and Cole

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on April 23, 2021
Complete newbie and really enjoyed the inshore fishing trip from Freeport down to Brazos River. We caught a variety from red...
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Kirsten K.
Houston, Texas
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Full Day Trip with Captain Matt

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip โ€“ Spring Break Special on March 15, 2022
We had the best trip with Matt and Josh, we maxed out on our fish, and they took us to some amazing spots. We have never had...
Kirsten K. recommends Texas Saltwater Adventures 24ft
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Jack R.
Aubrey, TX
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Half day trip with Capt. Leaf and his mate Mason.

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on March 18, 2022
Capt. Leaf and his mate Mason were very friendly, personable and knowledgeable. They made us feel like family. We would definitely...
Jack R. recommends Texas Saltwater Adventures 24ft
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Kimberly S.
Tyler, TX
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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June fishing trip

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on June 9, 2022
Capt Matt was amazing and his deck hand Joshua was awesome! I plan to book another trip with them soon. Thanks Kim...
Kimberly S. recommends Texas Saltwater Adventures 24ft
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