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
(111 reviews)
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Bolivar Peninsula
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 111 reviews
Boat
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Crew
Excellent
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Experience
Excellent
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Great day on the Bay
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Dolphins and a great boat trip!
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Appropriate for children
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Megan C.
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Great experience for adults and kids!

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip โ€“ East Galveston Bay on July 8, 2026
Captain Mark gave our family an amazing fishing charter experience! Our group included a senior, two adults, and two children...
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Billy K.
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Captain Mark went above and beyond to get us on the fish.

VERIFIED   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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Carissa B.
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BEST GUIDE

VERIFIED   NEW  Evening Bay Trip โ€“ Crystal Beach on July 21, 2026
Mark was wn amaxing captain.ย  We had two teen bots and he was such a good teacher.ย  he had them casting spinning reels like...
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Leann M.
Excellent
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Dolphins and a great boat trip!

VERIFIED   NEW  Family / Beginners Trip/ Boat ride on July 22, 2026
Capt Mark told us early in the day not to expect to catch fish due to TS Bertha.ย  We chose to boat ride, cast a few...
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Scott G.
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Great fishing trip

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip โ€“ East Galveston Bay on July 16, 2026
It was my sonโ€™s first time fishing on a boat and Mark did a great job of putting us on the fish and had the patience of working...
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