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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5.0 / 5
(97 reviews)
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Bolivar Peninsula
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 97 reviews
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Excellent
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Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Mark is a excellent guide and is great with kids!
Mark is a excellent guide and is great with kids!
Great evening trip
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Billy K.
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Captain Mark went above and beyond to get us on the fish.

VERIFIED   NEW  Family / Beginners Trip/ Boat ride - 5:00 PM on June 13, 2026
Captain Mark went well above and beyond the time we paid for. He made sure my son caught a fish, listened attentively to me,...
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Jessica B.
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Mark is absolutely amazing!

VERIFIED   NEW  Family / Beginners Trip/ Boat ride on June 27, 2026
My son (13 yo) and I had a great time out wirh Mark. Even caught a shark. Mark is very patient and personable. I highlt recommend...
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Greg M.
Excellent
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We had a great trip!

VERIFIED   NEW  Evening Bay Trip โ€“ Crystal Beach on June 8, 2026
We caught several different species in the bay.ย  Captain was very knowledgeable and we had a very good first time bay fishing...
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Tex R.
Excellent
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Tough conditions but still found fish

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip โ€“ East Galveston Bay on June 20, 2026
Even with very tough conditions, Mark is always able to find fish. Effort is never lacking at Reel Bolivar
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Jared C.
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Reds and trout

VERIFIED   Evening Bay Trip โ€“ Crystal Beach on January 17, 2026
Mark was a great guide for our fishing trip. He knows the area and put us on the fish. Caught our limits of red and spotted...
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