Baffin Bay Hunting and Fishing Guides

Baffin Bay Hunting and Fishing provides expert guided fishing and hunting charters. We offer some of the best fishing and duck hunting that Baffin Bay has to offer. Looking for that Baffin Bay trout or monster bull redfish then it's time to book a trip with Baffin Bay Hunting and Fishing.

Baffin Bay Guided Fishing Charters - Captain Mark Franklin & Team

Full-Day Fishing Trips from Riviera, Texas

Captain Mark Franklin and his team of five experienced fishing guides offer chartered fishing trips across Baffin Bay, one of the most technical and rewarding fisheries on the Texas coast. Based in Riviera, Texas, they bring over 100 years of combined, hands-on experience to every guided trip.

Whether you're targeting speckled trout, redfish, or black drum, each charter is built around proven tactics, active water conditions, and seasonal movement. You'll fish with a local guide who knows exactly where to be and when to be there.

Baffin Bay Fishing Trips – What to Expect

We specialize in full-day guided fishing trips throughout the Baffin Bay system, including Alazan Bay, Cayo del Grullo, and other highly productive areas. These waters are shallow, structured, and full of opportunity for anglers who fish with intention.

Full-day charter fishing for speckled trout, redfish, and drum
Wade fishing or boat fishing based on tide, season, and preference
Gear available, or bring your own tackle
Built for solo anglers, beginners, small groups, and serious regulars
All trips launch from Riviera, Texas

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Why Fish Baffin Bay?

Baffin Bay is one of the most productive and unique fisheries on the Texas coast. Shallow rock formations, natural structure, and changing wind patterns create the perfect conditions for targeting trophy trout and aggressive redfish.

Our team fishes Baffin year-round, tracking seasonal trends, structure shifts, and fish movement across the entire system. We build each trip on real experience and refined instincts developed through decades on the water.

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Meet the Owner – Captain Mark Franklin

Captain Mark Franklin, founder and full-time fishing guide, grew up fishing Baffin Bay. As a teenager, he worked alongside his uncle, a commercial fisherman, learning how to catch trout, redfish, and drum with skill and consistency.

In 2015, he earned his Captain's License and built a guiding operation based on experience, trust, and hard work. Today, he leads a crew of five proven fishing guides, each selected for their professionalism and deep knowledge of the Baffin system.

Whether you're exploring these waters for the first time or coming back for another shot at a personal best, you'll be fishing with a team that understands exactly how to make each trip count.

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What Others Are Saying

With over 140 five-star reviews, Captain Mark and his team have built a reputation for dependable, professional fishing charters that deliver results. Clients consistently praise their knowledge of the bay, the quality of the experience, and the attention to detail on every trip.

Book Your Guided Fishing Charter

We deliver real fishing. Every charter is built around the bay, the fish, and your goals — no sales pitches, just honest time on the water with guides who are invested in your trip.

If you're ready to experience guided fishing on Baffin Bay, get in touch and let's lock in your date.