Galveston Bay Fishing guides - Captain Steve Hillman, Galveston Guide Service

Captain Steve Hillman is a year-round Professional Fishing Guide specializing in wading and drifting the Galveston Bay complex and Matagorda Bays with artificials for trout, redfish and flounder. Capt. Steve Hillman is licensed by the U.S. Coast Guard (# 1161521) and the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department.

This Weeks Featured Photo

David, Steve, Dylan, & James caught these 15 trout
& 2 redfish while drifting Galveston Bay on May 10, 2008

Fun, Personal, and Professional….That's what you'll experience when you book a trip with Captain Steve Hillman. He has lived and fished his entire life on Galveston Bay and knows where to find the fish. From wade fishing for trophy trout with artificials to fishing the near offshore waters for giant tarpon, he will work hard to make it a trip to remember.
He will cater to your specific needs.... Family trips, corporate outings, buddy trips, or serious experienced trophy trout hunters. Parties of any size can be accommodated (Please give at least 3 weeks notice for parties of more than 4 persons).

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Exciting Bay and Near Shore fishing - Hillman Guide Service
Call Capt. Steve at 409-256-7937 for reservations!

Capt. Steve runs a 2005 23' Gulf Coast Vari-side center console. It is equipped with a 2005 200HP Yamaha HPDI, Motor Guide 36 volt trolling motor, Bob's Jack Plate, Standard Horizon VHF, Garmin Depth Recorder, and a Standard Horizon GPS (w/ C-Map Chip) and cushioned seating. The boat provides a smooth, dry ride and will run in less than 10" of water, yet with its hull design it has the seaworthiness to run 60 miles offshore. The Vari-side feature also provides easy access in and out of the water for wade fishermen.

Rods, reels, & tackle (feel free to bring your own rod & reel if you have one that's your favorite). Artificials are provided, natural bait available for additional charge. Your catch cleaned and bagged for your trip home. Texas Fishing License with a Saltwater Stamp Ice chest with your food and beverages Ice chest for your take-home fish (Trout, Redfish, Flounder) Hats, sunglasses, and sunscreen (minimum SPF 15) Jackets may be required for fall and early spring Neoprene chest-waders for fall and early spring Boat / Deck shoes (no black soles, please) All rates are for 1 to 3 persons. Add $50.00 for 4th person. $100.00 non-refundable (except for inclement weather) deposit required for all trips. Credit Cards Accepted for Your Convenience
Trout, Redfish, & Flounder Year-round Half Day = $450.00 Full Day = $550.00 All rates are for 1 to 3 persons



Tarpon / Shark Late June - Early October Full Day = $650.00 All rates are for 1 to 3 persons
Bull Redfish March - April & September - November Half Day = $450.00 Full Day = $550.00 All rates are for 1 to 3 persons

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Contact Information:

Hillman Guide Service
Captain Steve Hillman
5018 Ave. M
Santa Fe, TX 77510

Cell: 409-256-7937
Email: captsteve@hillmanguideservice.com