Big John's Fishing Guide

Port Isabel, Texas
Speckled Trout Fishing in Port Isabel, Texas

About Your Guide

Juan Ruiz

Independent Guide
Captain Juan and his charter have got over 30 years of experience and they guarantee you'll return with a catch of a lifetime. You're not going fishing, you're going catchin'!

About Your Guide

Juan Ruiz

Independent Guide
Captain Juan and his charter have got over 30 years of experience and they guarantee you'll return with a catch of a lifetime. You're not going fishing, you're going catchin'!
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Half-Day - 21’ Shallow Stalker

100% (1) 1 - 6 People 5 Hours From $575
Half-day Trip - 21’ Shallow Stalker
Half-day Trip - 21’ Shallow Stalker
Jack Crevalle Fishing in Port Isabel, Texas
Flounder Fishing in Port Isabel, Texas
Speckled Trout Fishing in Port Isabel, Texas
Speckled Trout Fishing in Port Isabel, Texas
Redfish Fishing in Port Isabel, Texas
Sheepshead Fishing in Port Isabel, Texas
Redfish Fishing in Port Isabel, Texas
Red Snapper Fishing in Port Isabel, Texas
Redfish Fishing in Port Isabel, Texas
Redfish Fishing in Port Isabel, Texas
Redfish Fishing in Port Isabel, Texas
Sheepshead Fishing in Port Isabel, Texas
Redfish Fishing in Port Isabel, Texas
Half-day Trip - 21’ Shallow Stalker
Half-day Trip - 21’ Shallow Stalker

About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

Join Captain Juan in exploring inshore, nearshore, and offshore fishing spots, as well as visiting reefs and flats along the way. Captain Juan’s comfy 21’ Shallow Stalker saltwater fishing boat can take up to 6 people and is powered by a 200 HP E-TEC engine. It’s got GPS and fishfinder systems which add to trip safety and will take you to the fish fast. The boat’s equipped with a livewell, and it features a multimedia...

About Your Trip

Join Captain Juan in exploring inshore, nearshore, and offshore fishing spots, as well as visiting reefs and flats along the way.

Captain Juan’s comfy 21’ Shallow Stalker saltwater fishing boat can take up to 6 people and is powered by a 200 HP E-TEC engine. It’s got GPS and fishfinder systems which add to trip safety and will take you to the fish fast. The boat’s equipped with a livewell, and it features a multimedia
system and ice-box.

Some of the numerous species you’ll encounter on your trip include Jack Crevalle, Black Drum, Snapper, Spanish Mackerel, Sheepshead, and Pompano. Using light or heavy tackle, you’ll be bottom fishing, deep sea fishing, trolling, popping, and drift fishing. Captain Juan welcomes all kids on his boat, so take your whole family and have a great time on the sea.
Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 1 days before the trip.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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About Your Boat

Boat photo for Half-day - 21’ Shallow Stalker
Boat Type
Center Console
Boat Manufacturer
Shallow Stalker
Year Built
2014
Boat Length
21'

About Your Boat

Boat Type
Center Console
Boat Manufacturer
Shallow Stalker
Year Built
2014
Boat Length
21'
Engine Manufacturer
200 Etec
Total Horsepower
200
Number of Engines
1
Additional Amenities
GPS, Fishfinder, Live Bait Well, Multimedia System, Ice Box
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Recent Reviews of Big John's Fishing Guide

5.0
based on 1 review

Tiffany

Verified Review

Captain Juan was great and we had a fun day on the boat! It was grandparents, parents and 8 year old twins so great for all ages. Juan was so patient with the kids and very attentive to making sure everyone was always baited and having fun fishing. We are complete beginners and he was super informative on what we were catching and teaching the boys how to fish. There’s no shade or restroom on...

Tiffany

Verified Review

Captain Juan was great and we had a fun day on the boat! It was grandparents, parents and 8 year old twins so great for all ages. Juan was so patient with the kids and very attentive to making sure everyone was always baited and having fun fishing. We are complete beginners and he was super informative on what we were catching and teaching the boys how to fish. There’s no shade or restroom on the boat so plan accordingly with sunscreen and proper clothes and a bathroom break before the trip. We brought snacks and drinks with us which was great to have on hand. We caught a variety of fish even if not all were keepers. All in all it was a perfect day out on the water.
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Potential Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .
January February March April May June July August September October November December
Black Drum
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Flounder
Good
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Good
Jack Crevalle
Good
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Great
Good
Good
Kingfish
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Good
Good
Mangrove Snapper
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Not Ideal
Red Snapper
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Good
Great
Good
Good
Redfish
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Good
Good
Great
Great
Good
Good
Great
Good
Good
Not Ideal
Sheepshead
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Snook
Great
Great
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Spanish Mackerel
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Not Ideal
Speckled Trout
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Great
Great
Good
Good
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  • Get it while it's HOT!
  • This species is in play.
  • You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
  • Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing
Bottom Fishing
Drift Fishing
Heavy Tackle Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing
Trolling

Types of Fishing

Inshore
Nearshore

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Half-day - 21’ Shallow Stalker
March 25th, 2022
Port Isabel, Texas
Half-day - 21’ Shallow Stalker
March 25th, 2022
Port Isabel, Texas
Half-day - 21’ Shallow Stalker
March 25th, 2022
Port Isabel, Texas
Half-day - 21’ Shallow Stalker
March 25th, 2022
Port Isabel, Texas
Half-day - 21’ Shallow Stalker
March 25th, 2022
Port Isabel, Texas
Half-day - 21’ Shallow Stalker
March 25th, 2022
Port Isabel, Texas
Half-day - 21’ Shallow Stalker
March 25th, 2022
Port Isabel, Texas
Half-day - 21’ Shallow Stalker
March 25th, 2022
Port Isabel, Texas
Half-day - 21’ Shallow Stalker
March 25th, 2022
Port Isabel, Texas
Half-day - 21’ Shallow Stalker
March 25th, 2022
Port Isabel, Texas
Half-day - 21’ Shallow Stalker
March 25th, 2022
Port Isabel, Texas
Half-day - 21’ Shallow Stalker
March 25th, 2022
Port Isabel, Texas
Half-day - 21’ Shallow Stalker
March 25th, 2022
Port Isabel, Texas
Half-day - 21’ Shallow Stalker
March 25th, 2022
Port Isabel, Texas
Half-day - 21’ Shallow Stalker
March 25th, 2022
Port Isabel, Texas
Half-day - 21’ Shallow Stalker
March 25th, 2022
Port Isabel, Texas
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