Captain
James Hinton

Member since March 2021 Port Aransas, United States
Background
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.
Techniques
Captain James's preferred method of fishing is shallow water around reefs looking for a good fight from a big ole slob Drum or Redfish. That being said, he is proficient in almost any style that the occasion calls for. He prefers using a variety of live bait, but the occasional artificial is not out of the question either.

Hey, I'm Captain James Hinton

Port Aransas, United States
Background
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.
Techniques
Captain James's preferred method of fishing is shallow water around reefs looking for a good fight from a big ole slob Drum or Redfish. That being said, he is proficient in almost any style that the occasion calls for. He prefers using a variety of live bait, but the occasional artificial is not out of the question either.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(31 reviews)
Port Aransas
 Last booking: 3 days ago
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Trips from US $700

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 31 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (27)
The name says it all\u2026.Redfish Reaper
Fishing with James
Red\u2019s , Flounder and trout
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
95%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
93%
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Jason G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Rough Conditions

VERIFIED   Full day trip on June 18, 2025
We had a hard day on the water the wind was terrible and although being an experienced angler of 40years, we were not experienced...
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John C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Redfish Reaper Is The Real Deal

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip on June 23, 2025
Captain James Hinton is the best inshore captain and fisherman I have ever fished with. Simply put, He will put you on the...
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Paul V. W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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The name says it allโ€ฆ.Redfish Reaper

VERIFIED   NEW  Full day trip on August 1, 2025
Captain James was fantastic! Professional, friendly, knowledgeable and went out of his was to ensure we had a great experience....
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Chris M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great 4 hours of fishing

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip on June 29, 2025
Capt James was great!ย  We caught our limit of trout in 1.5 hours so went to find some red drum.ย  We hit a couple different...
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Ricky W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with James

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip on July 30, 2025
Knowledgeable and friendly had a good time
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