Group Trips.
THE GROUP TRIP
Roll deep. Same flats, more boats.
Bigger crews welcome — up to twelve guests on the water at once, two anglers per skiff, all running coordinated by Dylan and a hand-picked roster of guides. Hell's Bay skiffs, the same fish and the same shots you'd get on a one-boat day — just with your crew on the radio.
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Up to 12 Guests2 anglers per skiff
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Up to 6 SkiffsHell's Bay fleet
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Half / Full DayPick the format for your crew
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Rockport, TXTexas coastal flats
The Fish
Redfish, speckled trout, and black drum — the same Rockport shots, just with more rods rigged up.
The Day
Multi-boat day, run on the radio — guides split flats, sync tides, and re-group for lunch.
The Gear
7–8wt rods, floating lines, custom flies — full setups for every angler on every boat.
The Fleet
Hell's Bay skiffs — up to six boats, the best technical flats hulls built for Texas water.
Target species, year-round.
Redfish
Built for sight fishing. Redfish live in inches of water — nothing beats watching one chase down a fly and flare its gills as you come tight.
Speckled Trout
Grass-bed edges and over-water structure. Active hunters that crush a fly on the surface — the bite you feel long after the strip set.
Black Drum
Big, slow tails on the flats. Pure sight-cast — a bonus species we never turn down. Ten-pound fish in two feet of water, slow but heavy pull.
Flounder
Sandy edges and channel mouths. Slow strips, low presentations, and a satisfying eat — a fish that rewards a careful, patient angler.
Sheepshead
Pilings, docks, and oyster bars. Technical and rewarding — a finesse fish on the fly that demands the right fly and a perfect presentation.
THE DAY
A coordinated
day on the
water.
Group days run on the radio — Dylan's running the show, every guide is dialed in on the plan, and the fleet splits to fish different flats without stepping on each other. Half-day or full-day formats. We confirm meeting time, pairings, and tide windows the day before.
0:00 — The fleet meets
All crews at the ramp. Quick brief, pairings, gear check, gameplan.
0:15 — Split & run
Two anglers per boat. Each skiff runs to its own flat, radios live.
1:00 — Pole and stalk
Guides on the platform, anglers on the bow. Quiet water, real shots.
2:00 — Prime windows
Tides peak. Best shots of the day. Guides call moves between boats.
End — Re-group, photos
Whole crew back together. Fish handling, photos, run back to the ramp.
The Gear.
Every angler on every boat comes fully outfitted. Standard rig is a 7–8wt rod with floating line — the redfish setup that handles 90% of trips. Heavier setups when bull reds and jacks come into play; lighter for slicked-out mornings. Bring your own if you'd rather fish it.
Provided
- 7–8wt rods, floating linesFull setups for every angler
- 10–12wt rods on standbyBull reds, jacks, gulf shots
- Leaders, tippet, custom-tied fliesMatched to the day's flats
- Water and ice on every boatCold drinks every trip
Bring
- Polarized sunglassesNon-negotiable for sight casting
- Texas saltwater fishing licenseEvery angler in the group needs one
- Hat, sunscreen, non-marking boat shoesThe Texas sun is no joke
- Rain gear if the forecast looks moodyAlso doubles as wind protection
THE FLEET
Hell's Bay.
All the way.
The technical flats skiffs built for what we do — shallow draft, quiet poling, stable bow decks. Up to six skiffs on the water at once, two anglers per boat, every guide dialed in on the radio. Best guides on the coast running the best hulls in the bay.
Waterman
Hell's Bay flagship, dialed for Texas flats
Marquesa
Long-range Hell's Bay hull built to run
Skiffs Max
Up to six boats on the water together
Guests
Maximum party size, 2 anglers per skiff
100% Sight Casting.
Every day is methodically poled, visual and tide driven.
Need a place to crash?
Rockport-area lodging — hotels, vacation rentals, and a couple of Dylan’s personal picks, all a short drive from the launch.
See Lodging Recommendations →As featured on Flats Class TV.
Watch a day on the Texas coast with Dylan before you book the trip.
QUESTIONS
Before you book the crew.
How big a group can you take?
Up to twelve guests on the water at once — six skiffs, two anglers per boat. Smaller parties are no problem; if you've got more than twelve, reach out and we'll see what we can stage.
Who's guiding the other boats?
Dylan runs the day and fishes one of the boats. The rest of the fleet is a hand-picked roster of guides he trusts on this water — experienced, dialed-in, and on the radio with the rest of the crew. Best guides on the Texas coast, full stop.
Half day or full day for a group?
Both formats work. Half days are tight and tide-driven — great for a crew that wants a focused morning. Full days give the fleet more time to chase different windows and re-group for lunch. We'll help you pick when you reach out.
What if our group has different experience levels?
Normal — most groups are mixed. We pair beginners with patient guides, put experienced anglers in technical water, and keep everyone on fish. Tell us who's casting what when you inquire and we'll match boats accordingly.
How does group pricing work?
By inquiry — price depends on party size, format (half/full), and time of year. We'll quote the whole trip when you reach out with the basics.
Do you handle lodging, shuttles, or food?
Lodging and shuttles are on you, but we'll point you at the right places in Rockport. Water and ice are provided on every boat; lunch is on the crew for full-day trips. Larger group catering can be arranged — ask when you inquire.
What about non-anglers?
The boats are built for two anglers and a guide — not ideal for spectators. If part of the group isn't fishing, plan for them to stay on shore. Plenty to do in Rockport.
What's the deposit and cancellation policy?
A 50% prepayment holds the fleet on your date — same terms as our single-boat trips: the balance is due the day of the trip (cash, check, or Venmo; credit cards add a 5% processing fee), cancellations inside 14 days owe the full rate, and outside 14 days the prepayment transfers to another date within the year. Weather cancellations are fully refunded.
When's the best time of year for a group trip?
Year-round — the Texas coast fishes 12 months. Spring and fall are prime for sight-casting reds and trout; summer puts tailing fish on the flats early and late; winter slows things down but the big drum and clear water are a different kind of good. Tell us your dates, we'll tell you what to expect.
WHAT ANGLERS SAY · VERIFIED GOOGLE REVIEWS
Trusted by anglers from across Texas.
I had a great time on the water with Capt. Mendoza! Dylan was knowledgeable, patient, and super passionate about what he does. He knew exactly where the fish were holding and gave great instruction. Can't wait to come back and spend more time on the water with DM Fly Fishing.
Brent Vogler
If you’re searching for one of the best fly-fishing guides on the Texas mid-coast, stop searching — you’ve found him. Dylan gave my son and me a day we won’t forget. From the moment we stepped onto his pristine Hell’s Bay Waterman, we knew we were in good hands. He shared local knowledge, coached us patiently, kept the mood fun, and put us on a pile of redfish. We’ll absolutely be back on the water with Dylan soon.
Steve Redmon
Great time flyfishing with Capt. Dylan Mendoza in Port A! An extremely knowledgeable guide with all the skills. Dylan was able to put us on Redfish and Black Drum our first time out and can adapt and go to Plan B when the tide is high and fishing gets tough. Simply put, Dylan gets it done. We’ll be back for the unicorn Spotted Seatrout!
Timm Kluender
Dylan is a great guy, works hard to put you on fish. Highly recommend him for your fishy pursuits in the Rockport area!
Kenneth Gerg
Reached out to Dylan about two months out to setup a trip late September. Great communication and helped us setup a second boat for our group of three. Dylan was great and put us on redfish for two days straight in changing Fall conditions. He is a total pro with a solid game plan, great eye for fish, and the cleanest boat I’ve ever fished on. We will be back, Highly recommend!
Keith K
Had a great multi-day experience catching TX redfish with Dylan Mendoza. We were a party of 4 from the intermountain west and Dylan, Victor, and Trey got us all on some really nice fish. We're already planning a return trip! Professional, conscientious guides with exceptional local knowledge!
Ben Alivio
Dylan is the man! Despite having stitches in his hand, he poled his tail off to put us on a ton of fish. Not only does he know the fish like they’re his pets, but he is also super knowledgeable about all things Rockport and fly fishing in general. Couldn’t ask for a better guide or experience. Can’t wait to get back on the water with him!
Jackson Phillips
Had a great time with Dylan. His attributes of being patient with a vast knowledge of the area, and his understanding and passion for fly fishing made it a great trip.
Tracy Hammer
I had an awesome half-day trip with Captain Dylan Mendoza! We caught multiple fish, but what stood out most was how much of a teachable experience it was—he shared tips and tricks the whole way through. It honestly felt like fishing with an old buddy, which made the trip even more enjoyable. Highly recommend booking with him if you want both fun and knowledge on the water!
Shawn Cox
Dylan rocks! There is more to it than just putting a fish in front of you. Boat positioning, coaching, conversation. He’s got it all, plus the fish. Looking forward to our next trip!
Casey Kennedy
PLANNING A GROUP TRIP?
Get the fleet on the water.
Send a quick message with your party size, your dates, and a sense of the crew's experience. We'll come back with availability, format options, and a quote.
- (512) 423-7941
- dylanmendozaflyfishing@gmail.com
- Rockport, Texas