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Darrell Hingle

Certified Damn Good Guide

Independent Guide 30 years of exp.

Comfortable

Beginner Oriented

Instructional

Laid-back

Quiet

Quality

I’ve been running charters since 1996, both inshore and offshore. In the past couple of years, I’ve settled into strictly bay, jetty and beachfront fishing. I’m from Galveston and have lived in Galveston county my entire life. I enjoy showing people the sights of Galveston Bay and catching a few fish while we are at it. Kids are welcome and always are fun to have on board. I hope you choose my service for your day on the bay. When booking with me you can be assured you will fish with me, the owner and I’ll do my best to provide a damn good time!

About Your Guide

Darrell Hingle

Certified Damn Good Guide

Independent Guide 30 years of exp.

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Inshore, Jetty, Flats in Galveston

Family Friendly Galveston Bay

100% (5) Guided by Darrell

24 ft 1 - 5 People From $550

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Inshore, Jetty Fishing in Galveston

Epic Galveston Bay Fishing - 5 Hour

100% (5) Guided by Darrell

24 ft 1 - 4 People From $650

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Recent Reviews of Hingle's Guide Service

5.0

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John

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Darrell was friendly, patient and knowledgeable regarding the Galveston waters. This was the first saltwater fishing experience for my 11-year-old son. Darrell was great working with him and made both of us feel welcomed and comfortable.

John

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Potential Target Species

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Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing

Types of Fishing

Flats

Inshore

Jetty

Recent Fishing Reports

Early June 2026

Met Dean and Clay at 6 a.m. and headed out into the bay. Lots of storms and wind bouncing around today. First 2 stops didnt produce anything. 3rd spot, pulled 1 16” trout off of it. Wasn’t long til we moved again. After a long ride we landed on a spot and caught our trout, a 19” redfish and a couple of puppy drum. It wasn't too bad of a day considering tough conditions.