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SPI Freedom Offshore Fishing
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SPI Freedom Offshore Fishing

South Padre Island, United States
Federal waters
100+ reviews
I've been fishing since I could walk. I lost my father at a young age but it never stopped me from the outdoors. A lot of my younger life was spent in freshwater but as I went on through the years I felt like I mastered it, so I moved to saltwater. My inspiration has always been to show people a great experience and watch the smiles on people, and I love to make kids have a good time with their parents or family.
Captain Jake F.
Captain Jake F.
Captain

Charter

Rating

4.6
198 reviews
4.4
Boat & Equipment
4.8
Captain & Crew
4.6
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

84%
Good experience
96%
Friendly captain
91%
Recommend this charter
90%
Appropriate for children
88%
Satisfied with the boat
91%
Caught fish

All reviews (198)

Showing 1 – 5 of 198 reviews
  • Dustin Boortz
    Dustin Boortz
    us
    Texas, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    amazing trip!

    Half Day Trip (AM) • 3 adults • 1 child

    A group of us took the 8-hour deep-sea fishing trip and had an amazing experience from start to finish. The crew was knowledgeable, friendly, and the captain was top-notch, making every effort to keep us around the fish and succeeding. Made the entire trip run smoothly. Caught around 12 fish total and had an absolute blast the whole time. We really appreciated that the crew filleted and bagged all the fish for us at the end, which made bringing them home so easy. Highly recommend the 8-hour trip if you really want time to get out farther and have the full experience. Definitely worth it and they’re already talking about going again!

    Reported catch:
    Red Snapper
    Response from Charter operator

    It was a good day on the water! Hope to see yall back this summer

  • Dusty Harvey
    Dusty Harvey
    us
    San Antonio, TX, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Fishing Trip

    Half Day Trip (AM) • 2 adults

    The crew was great and literally did all the work. Had to cut the trip short due to my motion sickness which they were very understanding of. Caught lots of red snapper. Most were just under the size limit but still fun to catch. My wife caught a good size barracuda which took several minutes to reel in. Again-hats off to the Crew!

    Response from Charter operator

    Thanks! We made the most of it before yall got too green. Hope to see yall on the next one

  • Alfredo Bocanegra
    Alfredo Bocanegra
    us
    California, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fun times

    Full Day Trip • 5 adults

    It wasnt the best day of fishing ive ever had but it wasnt from lack of effort. The captain and deckhand tried their best to keep us catching fish but there had been a cold front a few days before which we imagine slowed down the bite. We really appreciat that they made multiple passes to really try and put us on. thanks John and Jake.

    Response from Charter operator

    Enjoyed having yall! Hope to do it again.

  • Dylon Fahs
    Dylon Fahs
    us
    Oklahoma, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Definitely a trip for the books!

    Half Day Trip (AM) • 6 adults

    Crew members knew the spots to hit the fish thata forsure. Barely kept the poles in the water, definitely a fun time. Planning to come back already!

    Response from Charter operator

    Enjoyed having yall, glad the fish were biting steady all day! congrats again on the wedding.

  • David Ferrer
    David Ferrer
    us
    Texas, US
    •
    Member since 2025
    4.7
    Verified

    Very attentive and Prompt

    Full Day Trip • 6 adults

    We arrived as suggested 15 minutes early and within 2 minutes of all the members of the party entering the boat we were heading out on the water, these guys wasted no time and maximized our time out on the water even in this late of the season every one came home with at least 2 keepers. We had a few hiccups like seas sickness and some line tangles and by the time we needed more bait on the line before I could say the world the deck hand was on it and it was taken care of swiflty and safely, highly recommend and we will be back. Fish on!

    Reported catch:
    Great Barracuda
    Red Snapper
    Gray Triggerfish
    Spadefish
    Response from Charter operator

    enjoyed having yall

Real catches shared by our community

  • SPI Freedom Fishing
    SPI Freedom FishingSouth Padre Island, TX
    Definitely a trip for the books!
    Dylon F.
    Dylon F.
  • SPI Freedom Fishing
    SPI Freedom FishingSouth Padre Island, TX
    We had a great time
    Yvette W.
    Yvette W.
  • SPI Freedom Fishing
    SPI Freedom FishingSouth Padre Island, TX
    August fishing trip
    Jesus S.
    Jesus S.
  • SPI Freedom Fishing
    SPI Freedom FishingSouth Padre Island, TX
    trip was great👍
    Ashton E.
    Ashton E.
  • SPI Freedom Fishing
    SPI Freedom FishingSouth Padre Island, TX
    Good trip with plenty of fish caught
    David K.
    David K.
  • SPI Freedom Fishing
    SPI Freedom FishingSouth Padre Island, TX
    Great trip
    Steven R.
    Steven R.
  • SPI Freedom Fishing
    SPI Freedom FishingSouth Padre Island, TX
    Great Fishing Trip!
    Melanie T.
    Melanie T.
  • SPI Freedom Fishing
    SPI Freedom FishingSouth Padre Island, TX
    great trip
    Robert L.
    Robert L.
  • SPI Freedom Fishing
    SPI Freedom FishingSouth Padre Island, TX
    Honeymoon fishing trip
    Theresa S.
    Theresa S.
  • SPI Freedom Fishing
    SPI Freedom FishingSouth Padre Island, TX
    Great trip!
    William F.
    William F.

What's biting with SPI Freedom Fishing in South Padre Island

Flounder time! The fish will hide around grass beds and near passes. There are also Tarpon, Snook, Redfish, and Trout about. If the weather allows it, Snapper in state waters are a big deal.

Top catches for September

Fishing reports

A fisherman stands beside a catch board displaying several Mackerel, showcasing a successful day of fishing at the dock with the Freedom Fishing charter.

When bottom drops aint working we go to

Oct 13, 2025 • South Padre Island
Snapper slowed down on tgus super moon and king tide So i broke out my secrets BARRACUDA
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A group displays their catch of several large King Mackerel on a board at the dock, showcasing a successful fishing trip.

KINGS hit BIG TODAY!!

Jun 10, 2024 • South Padre Island
Kings hit trolling today
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A group of anglers proudly displaying their catch of Red Snapper on a board at the dock, showcasing a successful fishing trip.

RED HOT RED SNAPPER

Jan 10, 2023 • South Padre Island
Red snapper limiting out!! Book your trip today!!
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A group of four anglers proudly displaying their catch of various fish, including Snapper and Mackerel, on a table at the dock after a successful fishing trip.

Fish bite is hot!

May 13, 2022 • South Padre Island
The king mackerel and other migratory fish are here and hungry! Lines were screaming all morning!
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Two anglers proudly displaying their catch of Yellowtail Snapper and other species on a table at the dock after a successful fishing trip.

Fishing season is back!

Apr 17, 2022 • South Padre Island
The warmer water has brought back the sportfish. The bite is getting more agressive everyday has more populations of kingfish, mahi, cobia, sailfish, and marlin all make their way to their summer homes!
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Kings moving in

Jun 24, 2021 • South Padre Island
Kings have been tough last cew weeks They finally moving in
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