Captain
Paul Pennington

Member since May 2017 Oyster Creek, United States
Background
Captain Paul Pennington has been fishing for over 30 years. Paul specializes in both inshore and offshore fishing. He knows the waters in and around Texas like the back of his hand and is often found guiding his clients in and around the reefs, rigs, and wrecks. Paul's catches include Kingfish, Ling, Mahi Mahi, Red Snapper, Sharks, Wahoo, Trout, Redfish, Amberjack, Grouper, and various reef fish species, and many more. His team will make sure you have a memorable time on the water.
Techniques
Bottom fishing above reefs, wrecks, oil rigs, and trolling using either live or artificial bait.

Hey, I'm Captain Paul Pennington

Oyster Creek, United States
Background
Captain Paul Pennington has been fishing for over 30 years. Paul specializes in both inshore and offshore fishing. He knows the waters in and around Texas like the back of his hand and is often found guiding his clients in and around the reefs, rigs, and wrecks. Paul's catches include Kingfish, Ling, Mahi Mahi, Red Snapper, Sharks, Wahoo, Trout, Redfish, Amberjack, Grouper, and various reef fish species, and many more. His team will make sure you have a memorable time on the water.
Techniques
Bottom fishing above reefs, wrecks, oil rigs, and trolling using either live or artificial bait.
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Reviews
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Fishing Reports

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Reelhard Fishin Charters โ€“ 23'

Very good
3.3 / 5
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Oyster Creek
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Reelhard Fishin Charters โ€“ 30'

State licensed
Excellent
4.6 / 5
(25 reviews)
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Reelhard Fishin Charter โ€“ 34'

Federally permitted
Very good
4.0 / 5
(25 reviews)
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.3 / 5
out of 5 stars from 52 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.1 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.4 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.2 / 5
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12 hour deep sea trip
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12 hour deep sea trip
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
83%
Friendly captain
94%
Recommend this charter
71%
Appropriate for children
92%
Satisfied with the boat
92%
Caught fish
81%
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Jay N.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

12 hour deep sea trip

VERIFIED   12 Hour Trip โ€“ Blue Water on September 6, 2025
Captain Paul and his deckhand were fantastic! They were very informative throughout the trip and made the whole experience...
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Luis L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Guys trip

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip on July 2, 2025
Captain Pennington is a great captain and knew where to take us to catch fish. We caught red snapper and mahi. All the guys...
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Brian H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Good Time

VERIFIED   Nearshore 6 hour on May 25, 2025
Captain and Deckhand were great and very friendly. Although we couldnโ€™t go offshore due to the weather, we were still able...
Brian H. recommends Reelhard Fishin Charters โ€“ 30'
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Justin R.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Had a blast

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip โ€“ Offshore on December 29, 2024
Had a blast for an off season trip. Maxed out on red snapper early. Captain Paul was awesome put us on fish and his son Trey...
Justin R. recommends Reelhard Fishin Charters โ€“ 30'
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Harvey W.
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Very good
4.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
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When the Captain Says its too windy, believe him.

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip on May 2, 2025
Waves were 5ft or more, but the captain put us on fish.
Harvey W. recommends Reelhard Fishin Charter โ€“ 34'
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