facebook pixel

Artificial Action Guide Service in Aransas Pass, Texas

Managed by Larry Bell

Flats Inshore

About Your Guide

40 Years of Experience
Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Larry

Captain Larry is proud to run Rockport/ Aransas Pass / Port Aransas fishing charters using artificial lures and soft plastics. To him, nothing beats the rush of catching Redfish, Speckled Trout, Flounder, and other Texas inshore species on artificial lures like topwater plugs and soft plastics.

Captain Larry will clean and fillet your catch but encourages anglers to release any Speckled Trout over 20" and any Redfish over 24". Larger fish sustain reproduction and Captain Larry is a strong conservationist.

Book a trip to explore miles of Texas inshore coastline from San Antonio Bay up north, to Baffin Bay down south. While always throwing artificial lures, Captain Larry is happy to guide your drift boat fishing or wade fishing experience. For wade fishing trips, please be sure to bring your own waders.

Captain Larry rightfully considers himself lucky to be a professional fishing guide in Texas and loves sharing his passion with others. He's a patient and educational fishing guide who's equally as carefree and easy going as he is passionate about spreading his love of fishing.

Fill in date, party size, trip duration, and start time above to book and get out there with and Captain Experiences!

Artificial Action Guide Service Trips

Fishing in Aransas Pass
Fishing in Aransas Pass
Fishing in Aransas Pass
trip description for Flats and Backwaters on Artificials in Aransas Pass

Captain Larry knows how to get you on the Trout and Redfish in Copano and Mesquite bay! He likes to fish the grassy flats and back lakes using topwater baits, wakebaits, and Downsouth lures to find fish. He's also experienced at wading and drifting these flats and backwater lakes, so whatever suits your fancy, Captain Larry can make it happen. Casting and retrieving these artificials is a lot of fun and makes each strike that much more exciting! This area holds trophy Trout in the 30-inch range and big-time Redfish, and these big fish can't resist the temptation to whack a shiny, twitchy artificial lure that enters their territory. Bring your waders if you're into stalking these fish on foot, your food and drinks of choice, and get ready for an awesome day of inshore sportfishing with Captain Larry! Read More

Flats, Inshore Fishing Charter in Aransas Pass

Flats And Backwaters On Artificials

95% (22)
23 ft 1 - 4 People From $385
Fishing in Aransas Pass
Fishing in Aransas Pass
Fishing in Aransas Pass
trip description for Navigation Trip on Your Boat in Aransas Pass

Like the old saying goes: "...teach a man to fish, you feed him for a lifetime," Captain Larry wants to do just that! Unlike so many fishing guides who hoard their honey holes and despise releasing their secrets, Captain Larry is all about sharing his birth of local fishing knowledge with fellow fishing enthusiasts. Equipped with over 35 years of experience fishing the bays and flats around Aransas Pass, Captain Larry wants to go out on your boat to show you places you are unfamiliar with. For 2-3 hours he will help you make tracks on your GPS and help you identify hazard areas and areas to avoid so you can go back in by yourself and catch fish safely without a guide! Read More

Flats, Inshore Fishing Charter in Aransas Pass

Navigation Trip On Your Boat

100% (2)
23 ft 1 - 3 People From $385
Fishing in Aransas Pass
Fishing in Aransas Pass
Fishing in Aransas Pass
trip description for Backwaters Catch and Release in Aransas Pass

Captain Larry knows how to get you on trout and redfish in Copano and Mesquite bay! He likes to fish the grassy flats and back lakes using topwater baits, Wake baits, and Downsouth lures to find your fish. He likes to wade and drift these flats and backwater lakes so whatever suits your fancy, Captain Larry can make it happen. Casting and retrieving these artificials is a lot of fun and makes each strike that much more exciting! This area holds trophy trout in the 3-5ft range and redfish around the 3ft range, and these big fish can't resist the temptation to whack a shiny twitching artificial that enters their territory. Read More

Flats, Inshore Fishing Charter in Aransas Pass

Backwaters Catch And Release

100% (4)
23 ft 1 - 4 People From $385
Fishing in Aransas Pass
Fishing in Aransas Pass
Fishing in Aransas Pass
trip description for Catch & Release Only - Navigation Trip on Your Boat in Aransas Pass

Like the old saying goes: "...teach a man to fish, you feed him for a lifetime," Captain Larry wants to do just that! Unlike so many fishing guides who hoard their honey holes and despise releasing their secrets, Captain Larry is all about sharing his birth of local fishing knowledge with fellow fishing enthusiasts. Equipped with over 35 years of experience fishing the bays and flats around Aransas Pass, Captain Larry wants to go out on your boat to show you places you are unfamiliar with. For 2-3 hours he will help you make tracks on your GPS and help you identify hazard areas and areas to avoid so you can go back in by yourself and catch fish safely without a guide! Read More

Inshore Fishing Charter in Aransas Pass

Catch & Release Only - Navigation Trip On Your Boat

100% (1)
23 ft 1 - 2 People From $330

Recent Reviews of Artificial Action Guide Service

Attison

Verified Review Fishing

Larry is the man! Great at teaching the “why” of fishing and helping you learn some new tips and tricks. It doesn’t hurt that we caught a ton of redfish and trout as well. If you want to catch fish on artificials, this is your guy.

Ryan

Verified Review Fishing

Super fun trip, caught lots of fish and got to learn all about the area and different types of fish from the guide

Jack

Verified Review Fishing

Larry, was punctual, knowledgable and nice to spend a half day with fishing out of Aransas Pass. I'd recommend him.

Mark

Verified Review Fishing

Capt. Larry is a true professional. He quickly developed realistic expectation and promptly delivered and then some. My two teenagers and I showed up never having done anything like this before. Capt. Larry explained that conditions were not ideal, but we should still catch a few. First thing took us to a proven spot, it took a little bit, but my 13-year-old daughter picked up a couple in the first 3-+- minutes. Larry knew immediately what was going on with the fish and put us all in position, we stayed pretty much in the same spot for the rest of the day and did very well. All we caught wee Redfish; we caught several in the 5.5#+ class. We had a great day. Or second day was a good day as well, each of us caught enough fish to feel like we knew what we were doing. Larry has a great way about him to make you feel comfortable and is very capable. We will come back again as long as we can fish with him. MT

Mattie

Verified Review Fishing

This was one of the best things I ever booked. This was a surprise for my boyfriend and he had an awesome time. I came into this with very limited knowledge of fishing and left extremely confident in the fishing skills Larry had taught me. We each caught one fish, however that’s because we saw dolphins!!! I told Larry I really would like to see more dolphins and man he delivered!! Dolphins swam straight up to the boat it was amazing to see them in their natural habitat. Larry was very interested in what WE wanted to do and he was an amazing guide. I will for sure be bringing my father in law back to fish with Larry. 100% recommend!!!

Steve

Verified Review Fishing

Everything went well and I had a lot of fun. Larry explained that the February freeze kinda depleted much of the population of fish and the Park Game & Wildlife had to get stricter on being able to keep the fish now. But I still had lots of fun.

Denny

Verified Review Fishing

First time doing a fishing trip. Captain Larry was very welcoming. He sent me reminders the day before the trip and called me to talk about how the trip would go, suggestions, and questions I had. He was very informational with showing me the basics of fishing and I learned to cast perfectly. Ended up catching a few fish!

Melissa

Verified Review Fishing

We didn't have the best experience. Part of this is probably our fault. We were not aware that we would be hopping off the boat and wade fishing in the middle of the ocean. When I hear wade fishing I envision closer to the shore. We didn't take the right type of shoes for walking in mud/sand that you literally sink into while walking through the literal middle of the ocean. We aren't really as physically fit as we needed to be for the conditions either. I wish we had had a more in-depth description prior to our excursion. It was not enjoyable for me and not much more for my spouse. I wound up sitting on the boat for more than half of the trip because I wasn't comfortable with the conditions but we still paid full price, even though I caught nothing while I was out fishing for quite a while. We also didn't catch muchin total. Brought home 2 reds, caught 1 bass and a flounder total. I wouldn't do it again. Maybe a different type of trip, but not this one! The captain was okay, but not great. I also didn't feel very comfortable with what could have been swimming anywhere in the vicinity. The captain assured us sharks would not be near, but who knows?? I do know there are sharks in the ocean! Lol

Sandra

Verified Review Fishing

Captain Larry was great at teaching us how to wade fish and fish with lures instead of live bait. He was very patient with the kids and we all caught fish! It was a great trip overall.

Johnny

Verified Review Fishing

Booked a trip with Capt. Larry and had a great time on the water. He put me on fish at every spot we went to. He explained the what and why for everything we were doing and definitely turned it into one big learning experience. I would definitely recommend him as a guide and I will be using him again for future trips.

Steve

Verified Review Fishing

Great day.

Al

Verified Review Fishing

Larry is a great guy and we had a lot of fun.

Jeff

Verified Review Fishing

Larry was a great guide!! He was very patient and knowledgeable! Next time we are out this way, we will definitely go out again. We caught more fish than we personally expected!

David

Verified Review Fishing

Had a great day with Larry and my three new friends. Caught a few fish to top it off. Larry was very helpful and knowledgeable. He did not just tell you where to fish and how but explained why.

Benjamin

Verified Review Fishing

Captain Larry was a great guide and teacher. We learned so much and would highly recommend his guide service. Will definitely book with him again!

Charles

Verified Review Fishing

Capt. Larry was professional and extremely knowledgeable about the Bays we fished. Great experience with a great guide and good Guy. Would highly recommend him to anyone looking to book in the Aransas/Rockport area. Thanks for a great trip Larry. Charlie W.

Doug

Verified Review Fishing

What a nice trip. Great time had by all. Knowledgeable, informative and kind.

Luis

Verified Review Fishing

Took me and my son out and taught us how to fish the bay; not just go out and catch fish. And yes we hit our limits while doing so. Will definitely go out with again in the future. Had a blast wade fishing.

Jonathan

Verified Review Fishing

Larry called us the day before to check in. He offered to pick us up in Port A, which was more convenient than getting to Aransas Pass. He was a knowledgeable and friendly guide. I would use him again.

Ashley

Verified Review Fishing

My boyfriend and I had so much fun on our trip! Capt. Larry is very knowledgeable about the native species and their behaviors. We had never exclusively fished with artificial lures before but Larry taught us techniques to properly use them. I would definitely recommend a trip with Larry to anyone!

Charles

Verified Review Fishing

Once again, Larry did a superb job! My older brother and I had a great full day on the most beautiful of water. I had a peak experience of my fishing life (some 55 years of fishing) with an early morning catch of two gorgeous red fish while wade fishing along a grassy bank, and then soon after the 2nd catch, having a porpoise appear some 30 yards to my right doing 5 minute display of its own style of aggressive fishing. Wow! Thank you Larry, and thanks for making both our days with you so fun. I especially appreciate how you helped my older brother have a great time in spite of his physical challenge wading.

Charles

Verified Review Fishing

Superb guide! We really enjoyed the fishing. Larry is a very experienced and skilled guide, a great fisherman himself and an exceptionally nice person. We booked for another full day with him already.

Edna

Verified Review Fishing

Really knowledgable and had lots of patience with my child. Really knew the marine life that was swimming past us. With the many years of experience he really put us at ease and answered my son's questions.

Rob

Verified Review Fishing

We could not have enjoyed our trip with Larry more. He is a excellent guide, very knowledgeable and we could tell he loves what he doing. Larry, put us on Trout and Reds. He’s worked hard to make sure Sis was able to fish like a expert. We both are looking forward to another trip in the future. Larry really is the best in the business All stars on this trip for sure very nice boat and equipment thanks again Rob C

Randy

Verified Review Fishing

Larry is a fun guy to fish with. We had a bunch of questions he answered everything. He was very informative about fishing, boats and the area. Very windy day, we fished until we had had enough. It was a slow day.

Darryl

Verified Review Fishing

I had been trying to figure out how to catch reds and trout with artificial lures and realized that I needed a bit more guidance on the how. Captain Larry more than provided the information on now only "how" but also gave "why", "when", and "where." He also offered great information for both me and my wife for casting from boats, wade fishing, and from land. He loves what he does and it shows. My wife enjoyed the trip so much that we are scheduling another outing with Captain Larry for her birthday in a month or so. Damn good trip? YES! Hands down one of the best guides I have ever had.

Xolani

Verified Review Fishing

If you're looking for an expert, down-to-earth, natural-born, get-you-on-the-fish, courteous, and professional fishing guide, Larry is your guy! He is the most knowledgeable and fun guide to hit the waters with in the Corpus Christi & Aransas Pass area. You'll be on redfish, speckled trout, flounder, and whatnot like you wouldn't believe. He taught us how to hook fish using artificial lures so well that we both had walk-off red catches. Both were within the slot. We limited on reds and finished early! We've had many guides in tons of fishing spots around the globe. Larry is #1 by a longshot. You will thank us for this recommendation. We vouch for Larry. Get a full day trip and expect the trip of a lifetime. Check out our pics bending the rods. It was a great day on the water. Magnificent guide/par excellence. xk & Tamara Peace!

Jake

Verified Review Fishing

Captain larry was by far one of the best guides I’ve, ever fished with, extremely knowledgeable and a great steward for trout fishing, I wanted to learn more about fishing the area he was great with tips for seeking out these tricky buggars! Thanks again to larry and look forward to catching up next time im down

John

Verified Review Fishing

This app worked perfectly and My Captain Mr. Larry out of Rockport was very enjoyable and very knowledgeable about fishing and navigating the waters in my boat. He put us on the fish and we just had an all around good trip. John

Species

Black Drum, Redfish, Sheepshead, Speckled Trout

Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing, Drift Fishing, Light Tackle Fishing, Wading

Types of Fishing

Flats, Inshore

Start Location

Conn Brown Harbor, Aransas Pass, TX 78336, USA | Bodies of water fished: Copano Bay, Mesquite Bay

Artificial Action Guide Service Photo Gallery

Book a Trip with Larry