Welcome to Padre Island Fly Fishing
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Sight-cast redfish on the shallow flats of the Texas coast with Capt. Randy Wruble.
Experience world-class fly fishing in Corpus Christi, Padre Island, and the Laguna Madre. Our guided trips focus on redfish in clear, shallow water—perfect for anglers looking to improve their skills or land their first fish on the fly.
About Us
About Padre Island Fly Fishing Guide Service
Sight Fishing the Laguna Madre
We Fish Conventional Gear Too!
All experience levels are welcome from first-time casters to seasoned anglers preparing for destination trips.
Fishing the Texas Coastal Bend
Guided trips cover the best fly fishing waters in the region, including:
- Corpus Christi
- Padre Island
- Port Aransas
- Upper Laguna Madre
- Baffin Bay
- The Land Cut
Our Rates
Fishing Trip Rates
We Fish Conventional Gear Too!
Full Day
- Two Guests maximum per trip
Half Day
- Two Guests maximum per trip
Discounted Last Minute Trips
Weather and Flexibility
Hello, All!
Randy Wruble-USCG Licensed
I was born and raised in an Army family with a father who is passionate about saltwater fishing. I was very fortunate to grow up fishing the diverse waters of the Chesapeake Bay, Panama’s Pacific coast, Alabama and Florida’s lakes/coasts. When I moved to Texas in 1983, I spent all of my free time surfing if the waves were up and fishing if the surf was flat. Over the years, I have fine-tuned my technical skills and developed both an intuitive sense for finding the fish and a body of knowledge about the topographies of the Coastal Bend.
For the 30 plus years I’ve lived in Corpus Christi, Texas, I’ve had a passion for fishing this beautiful and diverse area but when I picked up a fly rod in 2011, it rapidly changed from a passion to an obsession! I have spent countless hours wading and poling the shorelines of the Laguna Madre and I have come to deeply appreciate the remarkable Coastal Bend and I’m grateful I get to call it home. My love and passion for fly-fishing grows with every experience and I would love the opportunity to share it with you!
WHAT TO BRING
Required
Valid Texas Parks & Wildlife fishing license with saltwater stamp
Fly Fishing Gear
Fly rods & leaders (optional) – A 9’ 8wt with floating line is standard for South Texas conditions
6wt–7wt rods work well on calmer days for lighter presentations
9’+ leaders recommended (tapered or custom tied)
Guest rods and gear are available if needed.
Clothing & Sun Protection
Lightweight long-sleeve shirt, pants, and sun protection
Buff or hood for sun and wind
Polarized sunglasses (essential for sight fishing)
Hat with dark under-brim
Comfortable shoes or booties
Recommended Extras
Stripping basket (optional)
Sun gloves & finger guard
Sunscreen
Rain jacket or light layer (seasonal)
Catch & Release Policy
We practice catch, photograph, and release (CPR) for most fish to protect the fishery. Limited harvest of species like black drum is allowed within regulations, but conservation comes first.
If you like to tie your own flies, get creative! If you don’t tie, I have a fully stocked box so don’t drop a lot of $$ on shop-purchased flies.
I supply water and lunch. You can bring any snacks or beverages you prefer, but no Bananas!
“If we don’t leave any, there won’t be any.” -Billy Sandifer
Clousers
Crabs
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