Patrick Somerville
Captain

Patrick Somerville

Corpus Christi, United States
Angler's choice
50+ reviews
I started White Lightning Sportfishing in 2018 to share my love of fishing with others. Join me for a fun day on the water!

Charter

Rating

4.9
51 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

97%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish

All reviews (51)

Showing 1 – 5 of 51 reviews
  • Kevin Clark
    Kevin Clark
    us
    San Antonio, TX, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing time for our entire group. Highly recommend!!!

    4 Hour Trip – Nearshore - 1:00 PM • 5 adults • 2 children

    Capt Patrick Somerville is absolutely outstanding and professional. Not only is he a Veteran but has so much knowledge with offshore fishing. Went out with close friends and their kids. He put up with all the kids and adults questions. We had lots and he explained them to the kids as well as us. We learned so much, caught a ton of fish. Not all made the cut, but had enough to make a meal. Red Snapper. Lane Snappers, Sand Trout, Baracuda, and Spanish Mackerel were just some of the species we landed. Was great with the kids and great with the adult's. Again we asked so many questions and he had the patience and great knowledge to explain it all to us. We did throw him some curve balls but he got our lines back out fast. Even when all 4 had fish on at the same time.

    Reported catch:
    Cobia
    Red Snapper
    Spanish Mackerel
    Response from Captain

    Thank you so much for the kind review! i really enjoyed having you guys out, y'all did a great job, and im happy to talk fishing all day! Loved the questions and interest in fishing! Hope y'all enjoy the fresh fish dinner!

  • Michael Mcnamara
    Michael Mcnamara
    us
    North Carolina, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing Trip! Best Charter Ever!

    4 Hour Trip – Nearshore - 1:00 PM • 6 adults

    Patrick was awesome! We showed up about 45 minutes early, and he was ready for us and got us out on the water early, which was amazing! We got started early, had such a good time and Patrick even extended the trip, and the fishing was top notch! If you’re ever around Port A or Corpus Christi and want to actually catch fish instead of just paying for a boat ride and emotional damage, I highly recommend giving Patrick a holler. The price was right, the trip was great, and we had a blast. Thanks again, Patrick! We’ll definitely give you a holler next time we’re in the area!

    Reported catch:
    Cobia
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Red Snapper
    Mangrove Snapper
    +3
    Response from Captain

    man, thank you so much! I loved having y'all today and pray to see y'all in the future! I had a blast with yall!

  • Bryan Wing
    Bryan Wing
    us
    San Antonio, TX, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fantastic family experience!!

    4 Hour Trip – Nearshore • 6 adults

    I would gladly book another fishing excursion with Captain Patrick and highly encourage anyone to book his services. He communicated quickly with me after first booking the trip asking about our group so he can make the most of our time together. He was friendly with my family right from the moment we stepped onto his boat. Hs boat was well equipped and clean. He let us stream our own music as we headed out to the Gulf. Most importantly, he was able to connect us with some fun fish. We caught several king mackerel, a crevalle jack, red fish, and the biggest catch of our trip was 30 lb cobia. Again, I highly recommend Captain Patrick's services!!!

    Reported catch:
    Cobia
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Response from Captain

    I had a great time with you guys!! Thank you again and hope to see y'all in the future!

  • Robin Bellings
    Robin Bellings
    us
    Texas, US
    •
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Unforgettable Family Fishing Trip with Captain Patrick!

    4 Hour Trip – Nearshore - 1:00 PM • 6 adults

    We had an amazing time with Captain Patrick and White Lightning Sportfishing! Not only was he incredibly friendly, but his patience with our teenagers was next level. He knew exactly where to take us for the best fishing, and his passion for the sport was contagious — it truly inspired our kids. It’s clear Captain Patrick loves what he does, and that made the experience even more special. I’d recommend anyone looking for a fun, memorable day on the water to book with White Lightning Sportfishing. You’re guaranteed a great time. Thank you, Captain Patrick!

    Reported catch:
    Cobia
    Response from Captain

    Thank you so much for the very kind review! I really enjoyed having you and your family with me! and everyone did a really great job!

  • Cody Vaughan
    Cody Vaughan
    us
    Texas, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Trip

    4 Hour Trip – Nearshore • 6 adults

    We chartered the White Lightning for a family trip and had the best time. Patrick was able to put on family on fish and everyone caught a ton. Communication prior to the trip was great, we had a lot of questions and concerns taking 4 kids out and Patrick answered them all quickly and efficiently.

    Reported catch:
    Cobia
    Red Snapper
    Response from Captain

    Thank you so much! i really enjoyed having you and your family out! i hope the boys arms are still tired after that cobia battle! they did great, and glad we got that stubborn cobia in the boat!

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    Amazing time for our entire group. Highly recommend!!!
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What's biting with White Lightning Sportfishing in Corpus Christi

Temperatures start to drop and the fishing in the bay becomes unmissable. Make the most of the kids being back at school and see how many hours you can spend on the water- the fishing is on fire both inshore and offshore.

Top catches for September

Fishing reports

A variety of fish displayed on a catch board at a marina, showcasing a successful fishing trip.

Game on!

Jul 1, 2026 • Corpus Christi
The wind b as FINALLY slowed down and the fishing was on fire! Started n out trolling and put together a nice box of king and Spanish mackerel! Bottom fishing was fast, but mostly undersized snapper wit g a few keeper trout!
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A variety of fish, including Redfish and Black Drum, neatly laid out on a dock next to a Pro-Line boat after a successful fishing trip.

Got stuck in the bay due to weather, but

Oct 29, 2025 • Corpus Christi
We couldn't get offshore today due to wind, so stayed in shore and found some nice drum!
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Angler proudly displaying a large Cobia aboard a fishing boat, enjoying a day out on the water.

The cobia are here!

Oct 19, 2025 • Corpus Christi
The cobia have shown back up recently. Also catching sand trout, small red snapper, and Spanish mackerel.
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Group of young anglers actively fishing from a boat, enjoying a sunny day on the open water.

Some small Mahi have been showing up!

Aug 7, 2025 • Corpus Christi
The Kingfish bite has died down, but sharks have been good when the shrimp boats are around. Also getting Spanish mackerel and mahi on the troll! Got into some big spinner sharks today!
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Four anglers proudly displaying their catch of King Mackerel at a dockside location, showcasing a successful fishing trip.

Kings still hot! And sharks on the shri

Aug 2, 2025 • Corpus Christi
The king Mackerel bite is still in full swing! Ive also been getting sharks off the shrimp boats after loading up with kings. For the kids, the Spanish mackerel and bottom fish have been very good too! They're more manageable for younger anglers!
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A fisherman in a straw hat observes a shrimp boat named 'Captain Conrad' working in the open sea, showcasing a typical fishing environment.

Kingfish are on fire!

Jul 28, 2025 • Corpus Christi
My recent trips have been producing a lot of Kingfish, getting limits some days when the dolphins stop harassing us! Sharks have been good when we find shrimp boats also! On days when we had to stay in shore, mangrove snapper, red drum, flounder, and speckled trout have been decent! There have been keepers in the box every trip!
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