Captain
Chad Kraft

Member since November 2017 Matagorda, United States
Background
Captain Chad has been fishing the waters of Matagorda his whole life. You will find him on the water seven days a week. He offers his customers affordable rates and top-notch service.
Techniques
Specializing in having a great time and easy going fishing.

Hey, I'm Captain Chad Kraft

Matagorda, United States
Background
Captain Chad has been fishing the waters of Matagorda his whole life. You will find him on the water seven days a week. He offers his customers affordable rates and top-notch service.
Techniques
Specializing in having a great time and easy going fishing.
Anglers Choice
339
Reviews
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My Charter Listing

Shallowrun Guide Service

State licensed
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(339 reviews)
Angler's choice
Matagorda
 2 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $170

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 339 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (325)
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
98%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
93%
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Andrew E.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Awesome trip!!!

VERIFIED   Fishing 7 Hour Trip on March 3, 2025
Had an absolute blast with Capt Chad. Was very knowledgeable of good fishing spots and wasn’t afraid to move around to different...
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Angie M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great fishing trip!

VERIFIED   Fishing 5 Hour Trip – (AM) on June 25, 2025
Captain Chad was great. We limited out on trout. He even provided some pictures which was an unexpected bonus. If we are back...
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Brianne A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with Chad

VERIFIED   NEW  Fishing 5 Hour Trip (PM) on July 29, 2025
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Peter S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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March 2025

VERIFIED   Fishing 5 Hour Trip (PM) on March 21, 2025
Friendly and knowledgeable guide.  Great with inexperienced and experienced fishermen.  Great knowledge of the area, and...
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Patrick V.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Had a Great Time

VERIFIED   Fishing 5 Hour Trip – (AM) on December 23, 2024
We had a great time with Captain Chad. He took us to good locations with great results. He is also patient with younger child’s...
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