Captain
Mark Allen

Member since October 2022 Bolivar Peninsula, United States
Background
Hi, I’m Captain Mark Allen. I’m a father to 4 wonderful boys who love to fish and be outdoors. I grew up fishing in Galveston bay with my dad. I always loved to fish. What once was a hobby turned into an addiction. I love to fish. I live 8 min from the boat ramp. I can make it from one of my furthest fishing spots to home in 25min( that’s with loading the boat on the trailer). When I’m not on a charter, I’m out on water finding fish and learning more about fishing so I can pass it on. My favorite thing about being a fishing guide is getting to share my love for fishing with people. If you book with me I promise you will have a great time.
Techniques
I like to use the technique that the fish wants best. Of course, there is nothing better than to catch trout and reds on top water but I sure do like the feel of a big flounder thump on my lure.

Hey, I'm Captain Mark Allen

Bolivar Peninsula, United States
Background
Hi, I’m Captain Mark Allen. I’m a father to 4 wonderful boys who love to fish and be outdoors. I grew up fishing in Galveston bay with my dad. I always loved to fish. What once was a hobby turned into an addiction. I love to fish. I live 8 min from the boat ramp. I can make it from one of my furthest fishing spots to home in 25min( that’s with loading the boat on the trailer). When I’m not on a charter, I’m out on water finding fish and learning more about fishing so I can pass it on. My favorite thing about being a fishing guide is getting to share my love for fishing with people. If you book with me I promise you will have a great time.
Techniques
I like to use the technique that the fish wants best. Of course, there is nothing better than to catch trout and reds on top water but I sure do like the feel of a big flounder thump on my lure.
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Bolivar Peninsula
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 67 reviews
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Excellent
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Experience
Excellent
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Our guide Mark worked very hard to put us on fish
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Glen S.
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Unforgettable Family Fishing Experience with Captain Mark!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ East Galveston Bay on June 3, 2025
Captain Mark at Reel Bolivar Fishing gave my family a perfect day on the water. He was incredible with my two young boys (5...
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Hunter A.
Excellent
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Spec and Redfish Evening Trip

VERIFIED   NEW  Evening Bay Trip โ€“ Crystal Beach on July 2, 2025
Had an awesome day on the water with Captain Mark. He was fun, patient, and knew exactly where to take us to get on some fish....
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Toby D.
Excellent
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Fantastic 2 days of fishing

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ East Galveston Bay on June 4, 2025
These two days of fishing was among the best that Iโ€™ve ever had! Iโ€™m 72 and have fished with many guides among the Texas...
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Liz B.
Excellent
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Captain Mark Allen

VERIFIED   Evening Bay Trip โ€“ Crystal Beach on June 11, 2025
Captain Mark was a super guide, and a great guy as well! He showed us how to cast and catch and reel in and made the outing...
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Hayden L.
Excellent
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Awesome experience

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip โ€“ Nearshore/Jetty on July 16, 2025
Captain Mark was a very knowledgeable, and accommodating based on skill level/experience. Would highly recommend Captain Mark...
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