South Padre Island Fishing

Crystal Flats Guide Service – At Your Service

Explore the Crystal Clear Waters of South Texas with Captain Cliff Fleming

Have you been dreaming of the Lower Laguna Madre Bay? Want to experience the coastal waters of deep south Texas? Let Captain Cliff Fleming lead the way! Captain Cliff brings a unique perspective to the fly fishing sport and shares his best kept secrets with those under his care. A love of fishing and a commitment to preserving the beauty and environment of the area drive Captain Cliff Fleming and his business – and you can share in this experience!

Who is Captain Cliff Fleming?
Captain Cliff Fleming has been fishing the waters off of South Padre Island and south Texas since 1974. Cliff grew up as a hunting-fishing Harlingen, Texas outdoorsman and employs a personal outdoorsman trainer whose family pioneered the hunting and fishing guided adventure industry in south Texas and northern Mexico. Licensed as a 6-pack charter captain by the U.S. Coast Guard, Captain Cliff Fleming launched the Crystal Flats Guide Service in 1986 and has been serving families and outdoorsmen ever since.

Captain Cliff Fleming is an expert at sightfishing for targets and loves the challenge of weary tailing speckled trout and redfish. Captain Cliff’s love of the sport is contagious. He takes pride in matching his clients’ requests with their skill levels and welcomes everyone to come out and learn the sport of fly fishing. Children and families are just as at home on his boat as any world renowned sports fishermen. Whether you’re just learning how to fish or want to learn new techniques, Captain Cliff Fleming is eager to help! From live bait anchored out in the channel to exploring the depths of Port Brownsville for exotic fish species and everything in between, you are in for a fishing adventure.

The waters from Lower Laguna Madre to Port Mansfield are where you’ll find Captain Cliff Fleming at his best. These are the waters were you will fall in love with sport fishing, just as Cliff did as a young boy. The captain finds these waters inspiring; he feeds his mind and soul out here and reels in a fish or two in the process. Come and explore these gorgeous waters and see for yourself just how rewarding an outdoor fishing adventure can be.

In addition to guiding families and sports fishermen, Captain Cliff Fleming is a veteran community leader who actively promotes the fishing sport and environmental issues. Preserving fishing and the open sea for future generations is one of Captain Cliff’s primary goals. Captain Cliff Fleming is also a house captain with Jim’s Pier on South Padre Island.

What to Expect When Chartering Crystal Flats Guide Service
Wondering what Captain Cliff Fleming provides and what you should bring on your fishing adventure? How much will it cost? Here’s the scoop:

Crystal Flats Guide Service provides:

All tackle
All bait
Rods and reels
Ice

You will need to bring:

Texas fishing license and saltwater stamp
Amber polarized fishing glasses
Towel
Sunscreen
Food
Drinks

Crystal Flats Guide Service Pricing Information:
Prices 1 or 2 Persons
400.00 Half Day
50.00 each person 3 and 4th passengers
5 hours

Prices 1 or 2 Persons
650.00 Full Day
8 hours
65.00 each person 3 and 4th passengers

Prices 1 or 2 Persons
750.00 All Day
10 Hours
75.00 each person 3 and 4th passengers

All prices are subject to change and may fluctuate due to fuel prices.
Four people maximum per trip.

Captain Cliff Fleming will pick you up at:
Jim’s Pier
209 Whiting St.
South Padre Island

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