Captain
Jay Nichols

Member since February 2019 Rockport, United States
Background
Born into a family of avid anglers, Captain Jay was on the water from a young age. Raised in Galveston before the family moved south when he was 14, he's also a true Texan. Taking after his father, Capt. Jay has shown his talents in several Bass tournaments and has even guided clients to compete. With a lifetime's experience behind him, he has everything you'll need for a productive day on the water.

Hey, I'm Captain Jay Nichols

Rockport, United States
Background
Born into a family of avid anglers, Captain Jay was on the water from a young age. Raised in Galveston before the family moved south when he was 14, he's also a true Texan. Taking after his father, Capt. Jay has shown his talents in several Bass tournaments and has even guided clients to compete. With a lifetime's experience behind him, he has everything you'll need for a productive day on the water.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(42 reviews)
Rockport
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Trips from US $450

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 42 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (80)
Not easy but Successful
Not easy but Successful
Not easy but Successful
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
95%
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Scott H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Not easy but Successful

VERIFIED   Full Day Spring/Summer on March 8, 2025
We had a great trip with Jay. It wasnโ€™t easy, we had to search and work for it. The two of us limited out on Reds and added...
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Glynn S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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A Legendary Fishing Guide

VERIFIED   Full Day Spring/Summer on May 20, 2025
My trip with Jay went far beyond my expectations. He is a very experienced Fishing Guide. He worked hard for our fish and the...
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Joseph H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with Jay

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on March 28, 2025
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Glenn S.
Converse, TX
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Day on the water with Capt Jay Nichols

VERIFIED   Full Day Winter Weekday Special on January 9, 2023
My wife encouraged me to book a guided fishing trip on our vacation to the Texas coast. I was so glad that I went with Capt...
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Kevin P.
Hondo, TX
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half Day Redfish trip.

VERIFIED   Full Day Spring/Summer on May 28, 2022
We had a wonderful trip on Memorial Day weekend 2022. Jay treated us like royalty and worked tirelessly to put us on fish....
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