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Welcome to Roughneck Sport Fishing

At Roughneck Sport Fishing, we specialize in offshore fishing charters in the Gulf of Mexico departing from North Padre Island, Texas, near Corpus Christi. Whether you're targeting tuna, mahi, wahoo, snapper, or chasing your first offshore trophy fish, Captain Mike Ramirez delivers a safe, professional, and unforgettable experience on the water.


Our mission is simple: put you on fish, create lasting memories, and share the excitement that keeps us coming back offshore.

Personalized Fishing Trips

We offer personalized fishing trips for up to 5 anglers that cater to your specific needs and preferences. Whether you want to fish for a specific type of fish or want a longer or shorter trip, we can customize your experience to ensure you have the best time possible. We have an experienced local captain, new top of the line boat and equipment, and have your safety as our top priority. 

Meet Captain Mike Ramirez

Captain Mike Ramirez has spent decades fishing the waters of the Texas Gulf Coast and pursuing offshore species throughout the Gulf of Mexico. Known for his work ethic, attention to detail, and passion for fishing, Mike built Roughneck Sport Fishing around a simple belief: every trip should be safe, professional, and fun.

Whether you're an experienced angler chasing your next personal best or it's your first-time offshore, Mike works hard to provide a fun experience you'll remember long after returning to the dock.

Roughneck Sport Fishing

Full Day Charter

Full Day Charter

Full Day Charter

Our 2025 Cape Horn 34XS is built for serious offshore fishing and comfortable rides. The Roughneck launches from North Padre Island with a quick exit to the Gulf via Packery Channel. Offshore trips can range from 5-60 miles depending on targeted fish, season, weather and other factors affecting the trip details. 

Target Fish

Full Day Charter

Full Day Charter

The Gulf is well known for its plentitude of fish. From North Padre Island, we are in range to catch any of the following depending on season:

  • Snapper
  • Mahi-Mahi
  • Wahoo
  • Kingfish
  • Golden Tile
  • Grouper
  • Amberjack
  • Billfish (seasonal)

What's Included

Full Day Charter

What's Included

  • Captain
  • Fuel
  • Ice
  • Tackle
  • Bait
  • Safety Equipment
  • Snacks & Drinks

The Roughneck

2025 Cape Horn 34XS

Navigation Equipment & Electronics

Navigation Equipment & Electronics

Your adventure begins aboard our 2025 Cape Horn 34XS, one of the premier offshore center consoles on the Gulf Coast. At nearly 35 feet in length with a wide 9'3" beam, the 34XS delivers an exceptionally smooth, dry ride and the range needed to comfortably reach offshore fishing grounds. Whether you're targeting snapper, grouper, mahi, wahoo, golden tile or whatever the Gulf has to offer, this boat is built to get you there quickly, comfortably, and safely.


Equipped with twin Suzuki 350 outboards, Minn Kota spot-lock trolling motor, large fuel capacity, extensive storage and rod holders, two live wells, oversized fishbox, spacious deck layout, extended hardtop, premium seating, underseat cooler, cupholders, comfortable bean bag seating for running offshore, and on-board head, this vessel is designed for both serious anglers and guests looking for a first-class offshore experience.

Navigation Equipment & Electronics

Navigation Equipment & Electronics

Navigation Equipment & Electronics

For offshore fishing, getting there is half the battle. The Roughneck is configured with Simrad, Starlink, two radios, all the software, night navigation system, sonar, radar, etc... all designed to get you on the fish and back home with a full fishbox quickly and safely. 

Tackle & Gear

Our boat is fully loaded with all the right gear for any fishing. 

Safety Features

We look forward to a great day of fishing with you and your guests. Above all, we want to do that safely. The Roughneck has onboard safety equipment to ensure not only Coast Guard requirements are met, but that in the event of an emergency situation, we can ensure the safety of everyone on board. Equipped with USCG approved Emergency Positioning Radio Beacon (EPIRB) system, large auto inflate life raft, extensive first aid kit, personal floatation devices, two UHF radios, Starlink satellite with Wifi to ensure constant communication with land.

Our Passion for Fishing

At Roughneck Sport Fishing, we are dedicated to providing an unforgettable offshore Gulf Coast experience. Our love for sport fishing and more than 30 years fishing the Gulf drives us to share the best techniques, newest equipment and hot fishing spots with our clients.


Whether you are looking to catch red snapper, wahoo, mahi mahi, or grouper or stay closer to shore to land kingfish, cobia, sharks, red drum (redfish) and trout, Captain Mike Ramirez will provide an unforgettable fishing charter for your group.


Captain Mike Ramirez, founder and operator of Roughneck Sport Fishing, is a Corpus Christi native who has spent most of his life on or in the water. He's been a sportfishing boat owner and operator for more than two decades, and has competed in and won some of the largest sport fishing tournaments in the US. He owns and operates a new 2025 Cape Horn 34XS with capacity for up to 5 anglers per trip.

Get on the fish

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    Book your offshore fishing charter today on the Roughneck!

    Have a question or ready to book a charter trip? Call or email us and we'll get back to you soon.

    Roughneck Sport Fishing, LLC

    North Padre Island, Texas, USA

    (346) 794-8666 info@roughnecksportfishing.com

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