James Hinton
Captain

James Hinton

Port Aransas, United States
25+ reviews
Captain James is originally from the Panhandle of Texas, where he raised a family and operated a successful cattle operation for over 30 years. He came to the South Coastal Bend area on an invite to bays fish for a weekend and made several return trips there after. When he was looking to make a life change fishing seemed like a natural fit. In 2019, Captain James made the move to Rockport, Texas. He spent the next year learning the water in and around the area. He also had several veteran fishing guides mentor him as well. Since then Captain James has become a very sought after fishing guide in the area.

Charter

Rating

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

What anglers say

100%
Recommend this charter
94%
Caught fish

All reviews (36)

Showing 1 – 5 of 36 reviews
  • Adam Nabrovskis
    Adam Nabrovskis
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2019
    8 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Knows where the fish are!

    4 Hour Trip • 2 adults

    Absolutely fantastic fishing guide! He was knowledgeable, friendly, patient, and made the entire experience so much fun. He knew exactly where to go and made sure we had a great time from start to finish. We caught plenty of fish and made some great memories. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a fun, professional, and memorable fishing trip!

    Response from Captain

    yall are awesome! it was a great morning, thank you

  • Ryan Fitz
    Ryan Fitz
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome Trip!!

    Full day trip • 2 adults

    “Top-tier guide! Having fished with many captains around Port A and Rockport, Capt. James stands out at the top of the list. We limited out on trout before 7:00 AM and spent the rest of the morning chasing tailing redfish in the flats. Highly recommend!”

    Response from Captain

    Thank you sir!

  • Brandon Beach
    Brandon Beach
    us
    Nebraska, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    best trip ever!

    4 Hour Trip • 2 adults

    james is a good ole texas boy had such a blast and he put us on the fish quick! 10/10 would recommend him on your next fishing adventure in port a. Not a better guide around!

    Response from Captain

    thanks guys! yall are awesome and it was a blast having you on the boat!

  • Jason Grochowski
    Jason Grochowski
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Rough Conditions

    Full day trip • 2 adults

    We had a hard day on the water the wind was terrible and although being an experienced angler of 40years, we were not experienced in catching redfish or trout, but Captain Hinton put us on the fish and kept instructing us until we picked it up. He was fun and cut up with us. Great guy trip we ended up getting our limit and had a great time liked his story on YouTube. Been on a lot of charter boats and when I find a captain like this. I always come back. Thanks Captain Hinton you turned me and my buddy on to a new way of fishing.

    Reported catch:
    Speckled Trout
    Redfish
    Response from Captain

    Thank you!

  • John Cox
    John Cox
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Redfish Reaper Is The Real Deal

    4 Hour Trip • 2 adults

    Captain James Hinton is the best inshore captain and fisherman I have ever fished with. Simply put, He will put you on the fish. He gave us the time to get our limit on both trout and reds, even after missing several fish we should have hooked. The guy has passion for what he does and the knowledge and patience to do it. His gear is top notch as well. If you want to have great trip, I highly recommend book the Redfish Reaper- Captain Hinton.

    Reported catch:
    Redfish
    Speckled Trout
    Response from Captain

    Thank y’all so much, was a great trip and I’m looking forward to seeing you again

Real catches shared by our community

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    The name says it all….Redfish Reaper
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    Fishing with James
    Ricky W.
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    Red’s , Flounder and trout
    Edward G.
    Edward G.
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    Awesome
    Jeremy W.
    Jeremy W.
  • Redfish Reaper Guide Service
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    Great 4 hours of fishing
    Chris M.
    Chris M.
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    Redfish Reaper Is The Real Deal
    John C.
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    Redfish and speckled Trout trip
    Kyle K.
    Kyle K.
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    Great captain and fun
    Patrick M.
    Patrick M.

What's biting with Redfish Reaper Guide Service in Port Aransas

The Bull Redfish bite gets better and better around the jetties. Flounder and Trout are on top form, while offshore there is still a chance of Mahi Mahi, Blackfin Tuna, and even Billfish if you travel far enough.

Top catches for October