Captain
Justin Machost

Member since March 2017 Port Aransas, United States
Background
Captain Justin Machost is a knowledgeable and professional guide with many years of experience on the water. Justin is an expert in both bait fishing and using artificial lures. The Captain's main focus is to land Redfish and Speckled Trout, but he is also very familiar with the best methods to catch Jack Crevalle, Black Drum, Flounder, and many more. In order to protect the world's resources, Justin prefers to release the fish he catches.

Hey, I'm Captain Justin Machost

Port Aransas, United States
Background
Captain Justin Machost is a knowledgeable and professional guide with many years of experience on the water. Justin is an expert in both bait fishing and using artificial lures. The Captain's main focus is to land Redfish and Speckled Trout, but he is also very familiar with the best methods to catch Jack Crevalle, Black Drum, Flounder, and many more. In order to protect the world's resources, Justin prefers to release the fish he catches.
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Hooks and Horns Guide Services

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(7 reviews)
Port Aransas
Trips from US $600

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 8 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (3)
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
95%
Friendly captain
95%
Recommend this charter
63%
Appropriate for children
90%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
96%
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Brandon C.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED   NEW  August 15, 2026
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Andrew W.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED   NEW  July 29, 2026
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Reid S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great time.

VERIFIED   NEW  5 Hour Trip on July 31, 2026
Captain Justin worked hard to put us on fish and was very knowledgeable on where to locate.
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Kyle L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great time!

VERIFIED   NEW  5 Hour Trip on July 27, 2026
Went to several spots! Justin was extremely knowledgeable and laid back! it was a great time!
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Steve W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Best trip ever

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip on May 31, 2026
Our captain Justin was the best ever. He was very patient with everybody my six-year-old grandson and three beginners. We had...
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