Boat Rental & Club FAQ

At Catch King Boat Club, boat rental is included with membership. Full membership is $1,999/year + $199/month (currently 50% off), or try our One Week Unlimited Plan for $599. This includes unlimited boat access - rent a boat as often as you want with no per-trip fees. Only pay for fuel at $5.50/gallon.

Catch King Boat Club is located at 102 Jester Street in Corpus Christi, just minutes from Padre Island. We offer boat rentals with access to over 300 square miles of intracoastal fishing waters including Laguna Madre, Redfish Bay, Baffin Bay, and the Corpus Christi Bay system.

Yes! Our One Week Unlimited Plan is perfect for vacationers or those wanting to try before committing. For $599, you get 7 days of unlimited boat access with up to 4 concurrent reservations. It's the best way to experience everything Catch King has to offer.

A boat club like Catch King offers the benefits of boat ownership without the hassles. Unlike traditional boat rentals with hourly fees, our membership includes unlimited boat access. You pay a monthly fee and can use our fleet whenever you want - no cleaning, no maintenance, no storage fees. It's like having your own boat without the ownership costs.

No! Unlike traditional boat rental companies that charge $100-150 per hour, Catch King Boat Club offers unlimited boat access for a flat monthly fee. You can use the boats as often as you want without hourly charges. You only pay for fuel at $5.50/gallon.

Our $599 One Week Pass gives you up to 154 hours of boat access (7 days × 11 hours per day trip + night trips). A typical 6-hour boat rental in Corpus Christi costs $600-900. With Catch King, you get unlimited trips for a full week at a fraction of the cost. Plus, if you upgrade to annual membership within 30 days, your $599 is credited toward your annual fee!

Yes! We're currently offering 50% off annual memberships. The regular price is $3,998/year + $398/month, but right now you can lock in $1,999/year + $199/month for your entire first year. This is a limited-time founding member discount.

Getting started is easy! Simply fill out our membership application on the Join page. Complete the two-step payment process, sign the member agreement, and set up your Member Portal password. Once your membership is active, you can book reservations directly through your Member Portal.

Membership includes unlimited use of all boats in our fleet, dockside concierge service (your boat is cleaned, fueled, and loaded with ice before each trip), SeaTow membership coverage on every boat, and access to your personal Member Portal for online booking. Your Member Portal includes a Resources section with digital maps, fishing guides, and local knowledge. We offer both day and night trips to fit your schedule.

Yes, memberships can be cancelled according to the terms outlined in our Terms of Service. Please contact us to discuss cancellation procedures and any applicable policies.

Please contact us to discuss membership terms and commitment periods. We're happy to explain all the details during your inquiry call.

Absolutely! Each boat accommodates up to 6 people total including yourself. When you make a reservation through your Member Portal, you can specify how many guests will be joining you.

Your membership is personal and tied to your account. However, you're welcome to bring family members as guests on your trips. They must be included in your guest count when making reservations.

When you refer friends and family who become members, you earn rewards! Every active member gets a unique referral code in their Member Portal. Share it, and when someone joins using your code, you'll receive credit toward your membership.

After joining and completing your payment, you'll set up your Member Portal account. From there, you can view the availability calendar and book day or night trips directly online. Select your preferred date and trip type, and your reservation will be submitted for confirmation.

Members can have two active reservations on the books at a time. Reservations can be booked a day in advance. This means you can always plan ahead and have your next trip scheduled. You could fish day after day if you wanted!

We offer both day and night trips! Day trips can be booked for use of the boat anytime between 6:00 AM and 5:00 PM. Night trips can be booked for use of the boat anytime between 6:00 PM and 5:00 AM. Both can be reserved a day in advance.

Life happens! You can cancel reservations directly through your Member Portal. Please cancel as soon as possible so other members can use the boat. This helps us maintain our fleet schedule.

Extensions depend on boat availability. Call us at 1-888-861-9188 while you're out to check if you can extend your trip.

Safety is our priority. If severe weather makes boating unsafe, we'll notify you and help you reschedule. You can also check weather conditions through your Member Portal before heading out.

Yes! With up to 2 active reservations at a time, you can book back-to-back days. Many members book a day trip and night trip on the same day for extended fishing. One Week Pass members can have up to 4 concurrent reservations.

Our fleet consists of multiple flats boats perfect for intracoastal fishing. Our boats operate within a boundary from Aransas Pass (north) to Bird Island (south)—over 300 square miles of fishing spots to explore, including Corpus Christi Bay, the Upper Laguna Madre, and all bays in between. Boats are not for offshore use.

Every boat comes fully equipped with: Clean Cooler with Ice, Livewell Aerator, Livewell Bait Bubbler, Multiple Rod Holders, Fish Finder with GPS Charts, Push Pole or Power Pole, Lighted Livewell, Underwater Green Lights, Cabin Lights, Spreader Light, Spotlight, Running/Anchor Lights, Extra Reserve Battery, Dock Lines, Dock Bumpers, Sand Anchor, 6 Adult Life Vests, 1 Throwable Life Preserver, GPS Tracker, First Aid Kit, Fire Extinguisher, and Emergency Paddle. *Some boats also come equipped with Bimini Tops and Electric Trolling Motors.

Yes, please bring your own rods, reels, tackle, and bait. The boats provide the holder and storage for your gear, but personal fishing equipment is not included.

Fuel is charged separately at $5.50 per gallon of ethanol-free fuel used. We use premium ethanol-free gas to protect the engines. You only pay for what you actually use.

Absolutely! Our shallow-draft flats boats are perfect for accessing wade fishing spots throughout Laguna Madre, Redfish Bay, and the surrounding flats. The boats can get into very shallow water to drop you off at prime wade fishing locations.

Yes! Night fishing is one of the most popular activities among our members. Our boats are equipped with underwater green lights, cabin lights, spreader lights, and spotlights for safe and effective night fishing. Night trips run from 6 PM to 5 AM.

When you arrive for your reservation, your boat will be waiting for you in the water - already cleaned, fueled up, and loaded with ice. When you return, simply pull up to the dock, unload your gear and catch, and head home. We take care of cleaning the boat, refueling it, and putting it away.

Just bring it back to the dock, unload your belongings and any fish you caught, and leave the keys. That's it! We handle everything else.

Please report any damage, no matter how minor, when you return. Normal wear and tear is expected. Review our Club Rules and liability waiver for details on damage policies.

Every boat in our fleet includes SeaTow membership, which provides 24/7 on-water assistance. If you run out of fuel, have mechanical issues, run aground, or need any emergency help, SeaTow will come to your rescue. It's peace of mind included with your membership.

In a life-threatening emergency, call 911 or the Coast Guard on VHF Channel 16. For boat issues like running out of fuel or mechanical problems, contact SeaTow using the number provided on each boat.

Basic boating knowledge and experience is recommended. You should be comfortable operating a boat, understand navigation rules, and be familiar with safety procedures. If you're newer to boating, let us know and we can provide orientation.

Texas requires a Boater Education Certificate for operators born on or after September 1, 1993. If you were born before this date, no certificate is required. You can take the course online through the Texas Parks & Wildlife website. We track this requirement during signup.

Yes! Catch King Boat Club specializes in saltwater fishing boat rentals for Laguna Madre. Our 22ft Tran Cat flats boats are perfect for fishing the shallow flats where redfish, speckled trout, and flounder thrive. Members have unlimited access to fish the entire Laguna Madre system.

The Corpus Christi Bay system and Laguna Madre offer world-class fishing for redfish, speckled trout, flounder, black drum, and sheepshead. Seasonal species include tarpon and snook. It's one of the best inshore fishing destinations in Texas!

Our boats can access over 300 square miles of intracoastal waters from Aransas Pass (north) to Bird Island (south). This includes Corpus Christi Bay, Redfish Bay, Upper Laguna Madre, Baffin Bay, Alazan Bay, and all connecting channels and flats. Boats are not for offshore/Gulf use.

Our shallow-draft flats boats are specifically designed for sight-casting. With their ability to run in just inches of water and equipped with push poles and Power Poles, you can stalk redfish tailing on the flats of Laguna Madre.

Yes! Baffin Bay is within our operating area and is famous for trophy trout fishing. Many members specifically target Baffin Bay for its exceptional speckled trout population.

It depends on your experience level. Fishing guides cost $400-600+ per trip and are great for learning. However, if you're an experienced angler who knows the waters, Catch King membership gives you unlimited trips for less than the cost of 2-3 guided trips per year. Many of our members are former guide clients who wanted more independence.