{"id":12794,"date":"2020-02-24T13:00:36","date_gmt":"2020-02-24T12:00:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/blog\/?p=12794"},"modified":"2026-03-25T10:50:21","modified_gmt":"2026-03-25T10:50:21","slug":"corpus-christi-fishing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/blog\/corpus-christi-fishing\/","title":{"rendered":"Corpus Christi Fishing: The Complete Guide for 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 9<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><p>As an angler, you only need to look at a map of Corpus Christi to get excited. The city sits on a sprawling bay protected by barrier islands &ndash; all markers of an outstanding inshore fishery. Beyond that, the open waters of the Gulf of Mexico promise busy reefs and deep sea predators. Wherever you go, you won&rsquo;t regret a <a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/destinations\/location\/us\/TX\/corpus-christi?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=12794\">Corpus Christi fishing trip<\/a>. <\/p><script src=\"https:\/\/fast.wistia.com\/player.js\" async><\/script><script src=\"https:\/\/fast.wistia.com\/embed\/c99vian20j.js\" async type=\"module\"><\/script><style>wistia-player[media-id='c99vian20j']:not(:defined) { background: center \/ contain no-repeat url('https:\/\/fast.wistia.com\/embed\/medias\/c99vian20j\/swatch'); display: block; filter: blur(5px); padding-top:56.25%; }<\/style><wistia-player media-id=\"c99vian20j\" aspect=\"1.7777777777777777\"><div class=\"wistia_preload_transcript_outer_wrapper\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 100%; display:flex; justify-content:center; align-items: center; margin-top:-56.25%;\"><div class=\"wistia_preload_transcript_inner_wrapper\" style=\" overflow: auto;\"><p class=\"wistia_preload_transcript_text\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\" style=\"text-align: justify; font-size: 5px !important;\">If you&rsquo;re planning on fishing in Corpus Christi and you&rsquo;re wondering how to prepare for your trip, you&rsquo;ve come to the right place. From its shallow flats, out to its deep-water oil rigs, this Texas town produces some of the best fishing opportunities on this side of the Gulf.\r\n\r\nToday, we&rsquo;ll go over the top catches, best spots, and most successful ways to go about fishing here. After watching, you&rsquo;ll see why so many anglers flock to the Texas Coast, and find out how you can secure your spot to get in on the action.\r\n\r\nBut before you do, be sure to like and subscribe below to stay up on all our latest fishing videos. Corpus Christi is an excellent fishing town for all skill levels.\r\n\r\nThere are dozens upon dozens of different types of fish you can catch here, making it an entertaining destination for both novice and expert anglers alike. We&rsquo;ll mention some of the most notable species you can catch in both shallow and deeper waters, as well as when, where, and how to go about catching them.\r\n\r\nThe first, and perhaps the most iconic species when it comes to inshore fishing in Corpus Christi, is Redfish. Gilded in gold and reaching impressive sizes, these fish are quite literally a &ldquo;trophy catch.&rdquo; They fight hard, taste great, and make for a great photo op. You can find them in shallow waters around jetties, piers, and bridge pilings throughout most of the year.\r\n\r\nAnother top inshore species in Corpus Christi is Speckled Trout. As a firm light-tackle favorite and excellent target for beginners, this fish is perfect for a family-friendly outing. They tend to congregate around seagrass beds and oyster reefs, so if you head out around Aransas Bay, you should find plenty of areas to cast from. Speckled Trout fishing in Texas is solid year-round, however the best times to head are between March and December, especially if you&rsquo;re going after big Gator Trout.\r\n\r\nOther top catches in Corpus Christi&rsquo;s inshore waters include Black Drum, Flounder, Alligator Gar, and lots of Sharks.\r\n\r\nIf you&rsquo;re hopping on a charter, you&rsquo;ll have the chance to reach deeper and otherwise less accessible waters. Out here, the waters open up, and with it, your opportunities will increase as well. Charter fishing in Corpus Christi allows you to approach offshore reefs where you can target a range of delicious bottom fish like Red Snapper.\r\n\r\nWhat makes Red Snapper fishing in Texas so great is the fact that you can target them in state waters, up to nine nautical miles from shore, all year round. However, the biggest specimens are typically found further out in federal waters, which are only open during the summer months, usually from June to September. So, if you&rsquo;re after Red Snapper, be sure to plan your trip accordingly. Since we&rsquo;re already on the topic of deep sea fishing in Corpus Christi, we also have to give an honorable mention to the fast swimming pelagic species out there.\r\n\r\nIf you want to feel the thrill of the chase and the wind in your hair, you can troll for species such as King Mackerel and Cobia, and even further out, Mahi Mahi, Waho, and Tuna. Now that you know which fish are lurking beneath the surface, be sure to keep watching to find out the best spots to catch them. Corpus Christi sits on a sprawling bay protected by a long stretch of barrier islands, making it an ideal location for inshore fishing. Its semi-tropical environment, filled with marshes, mangroves, and productive flats, provides the perfect habitat for a range of fish.\r\n\r\nIf you decide on fishing in Corpus Christi Bay, a great place to get started is Sunset Lake Park. This is a great area for wade and shore fishing, especially for Speckled Trout, Redfish, and Flounder. It&rsquo;s also a good place to launch a kayak from, if you want to explore the lake in depth. Another great fishing spot is Packery Channel, where you can fish along the jetties and add some Sheephead as well as Mangrove Snapper to the mix.\r\n\r\nA bit further North is Aransas Pass, a popular charter launch and jetty fishing spot as well. At almost 50 feet deep, it&rsquo;s an excellent hiding place for big Tripletail, Black Drum, Flounder, and Bull Reds. And what&rsquo;s even more exciting, is that you can find the occasional Red Snapper here too! There are also a few excellent fishing piers in Corpus Christi, including the famous Bob Hall Pier.\r\n\r\nIt&rsquo;s currently being rebuilt to help protect it against any potential damage from future hurricanes and should be complete by mid-to-late 2023. Jutting 1,200 feet into the Gulf, this landmark is perhaps the most popular fishing pier in the area. It only costs $3 to fish, plus $4 per rod, and the pier has a bait shop for any last-minute supplies. And last but not least, just beyond those barrier islands lies the vast, blue Gulf of Mexico.\r\n\r\nJust a few miles out, you&rsquo;ll start hitting natural and artificial reefs. Lonestar and Boatmen&rsquo;s Reef are both excellent locations for bottom fishing, especially for Red Snapper. At about 30 miles out, you&rsquo;ll begin to approach the oil rigs. Out here is where some of the most sought-after big game fish are hiding.\r\n\r\nHowever, you&rsquo;ll need a well-equipped offshore fishing boat to be able to take you out to those deeper waters.\r\n\r\nCharter fishing is by far the easiest and most successful way to catch fish in Corpus Christi, especially for those bigger ones located further out in deeper waters. Most boats are equipped with GPS and fish-finders to put you right on top of the action. This, along with the captain and crew&rsquo;s expertise, will give you the best chance to catch fish.\r\n\r\nEquipment is always provided on board and your crew will take care of baiting your hooks and making sure you&rsquo;re all set up and good to go. There truly is no easier way to go fishing than that. But that&rsquo;s not the only appeal about charter fishing in Corpus Christi. Most local captains have spent their entire lives guiding people around these waters.\r\n\r\nThis means that they can specifically tailor your trip based on your skills and preferences, making sure you have the most productive day possible. Most charters also offer shared trips where you can split the cost with other customers on the boat. This is not only the more economical choice, but it&rsquo;s a good option if you&rsquo;re unable to gather enough people for a private trip. And if you don&rsquo;t have the time or budget for charter fishing, there are still countless other ways you can explore the area&rsquo;s waters.\r\n\r\nOne of the most straightforward ways to go fishing in Corpus Christi is by simply casting from shore or from one of the local piers. You&rsquo;ll find plenty of surf fishing spots along the barrier islands and excellent shallow areas for wade fishing in both Corpus Christi and Aransas Bays. The only downside is that the surrounding piers and beaches can get a bit crowded during the summer, which leads us to our final option &ndash; renting a kayak. This is not only a tremendous way to explore more remote waters, it&rsquo;s also a great low-cost alternative to charter fishing, especially if you have your own gear.\r\n\r\nJust grab your lucky rod, jump in a kayak, and paddle out to one of the local bays. You can rent kayaks for under $50 a day in Corpus and nearby Port Aransas.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, there are many ways to go fishing in Corpus Christi, but before you choose one of them, you should familiarize yourself with some of the local rules and regulations. The most important being that everyone 17 and older must have a valid fishing license on them at all times.\r\n\r\nThis is the same whether you&rsquo;re fishing on a boat or casting from shore. However, you don&rsquo;t need a license to fish from land or piers in Texas State Parks. Something equally as important as fishing licenses is knowing the bag and size limits, as well as open and closed seasons of the species you wish to target. Most fish are open for harvest year-round in Texas.\r\n\r\nHowever, there are some important closed seasons in federal waters. For example, as we mentioned earlier in the video, the federal Red Snapper season usually only opens for a few months in the summer. Amberjack are available from August until November, opening again in May if there&rsquo;s any quota left from the previous year. For more information on Texas fishing licenses you can always refer to our full blog article and for the most up-to-date rules and regulations in the state, be sure to check the Texas Parks and Wildlife website at tpwd.texas.gov.\r\n\r\nAnd when you&rsquo;re finally ready to go fishing in Corpus Christi, we&rsquo;re here to help connect you with the hundreds of charters and guides in the area. You can download the FishingBooker app from Google Play or the App Store, or just visit us online. With the largest selection of fishing charters, verified customer reviews, and hassle-free booking, you&#039;ll save time and money, and experience an exciting day on the water. So go ahead and download our app or head over to FishingBooker.com\r\n\r\nand start planning your adventure today!<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/wistia-player><p><\/p><p>In this article, we cover everything you need to know about fishing in the Corpus area. You&rsquo;ll learn about the top species, how to catch them, and where to go for the best results. You can also pick up tips on local tournaments, regulations, and much more. By the time you&rsquo;re done, you&rsquo;ll be ready to catch the biggest and best that &ldquo;The Shining City by the Sea&rdquo; has to offer.<\/p><h2 id=\"best-fish-to-catch-in-corpus-christi\">Best Fish to Catch in Corpus Christi<\/h2><p>There are literally dozens of fish to catch around Corpus Christi. If we went into detail about every one of them, we&rsquo;d be here all day. Instead, here are a few of the signature species for Corpus&#8217;s top fisheries.<\/p><h3 id=\"redfish\">Redfish<\/h3><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150608\/Corpus-Christi-Bay-Redfish-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"Two anglers holding a large Redfish on a boat\" class=\"wp-image-12809\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150608\/Corpus-Christi-Bay-Redfish-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150608\/Corpus-Christi-Bay-Redfish-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150608\/Corpus-Christi-Bay-Redfish-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150608\/Corpus-Christi-Bay-Redfish-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150608\/Corpus-Christi-Bay-Redfish-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><p>Redfish dominate Corpus Christi&rsquo;s inshore scene. These golden game fish grow to huge sizes in the local bays. They fight hard, taste great, and make for an awesome photo to boot. No trip to the Texas Coast is complete without catching one. They&rsquo;re available all year round, although the bite is best in late summer and fall.<\/p><p>Redfish may be the headliners, but they&rsquo;re not a solo act. They&rsquo;re part of Texas&rsquo;s &ldquo;Big Three&rdquo; inshore species, alongside Speckled Trout and Flounder. Trout fight every bit as hard as their name implies. Flounder are a staple of seafood shacks all around the Gulf. The best part? They&rsquo;re also available every month of the year.<\/p><h3 id=\"snapper\">Snapper<\/h3><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150610\/Corpus-Christi-Red-Snapper-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"Lots of Red Snapper hooked onto a board at the marina in Corpus Christi\" class=\"wp-image-12803\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150610\/Corpus-Christi-Red-Snapper-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150610\/Corpus-Christi-Red-Snapper-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150610\/Corpus-Christi-Red-Snapper-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150610\/Corpus-Christi-Red-Snapper-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150610\/Corpus-Christi-Red-Snapper-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><p>No surprises here. Red Snapper is America&rsquo;s favorite food fish and there&rsquo;s no better place to catch it than <a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/blog\/texas-fishing\/\">Texas<\/a>. The thing that makes the Lone Star State special is that you can target Red Snapper all year round in state waters (up to nine nautical miles out). The biggest fish live in deeper water, though, so visit in summer if you want a true fishy feast.<\/p><p>There&#8217;s plenty more to look out for while you&rsquo;re Snapper fishing. Gag Grouper and Amberjack are both common on offshore reefs, while Mackerel and Cobia (known locally as &ldquo;Ling&rdquo;) hunt around nearshore structure. Throw in Barracuda for some extra bite and you&rsquo;re in an action-packed trip.<\/p><h3 id=\"sharks\">Sharks<\/h3><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150609\/Corpus-Christi-Shark-Fishing-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"A man posing with a large Dusky Shark caught while surf fishing in Corpus Christi, TX\" class=\"wp-image-12806\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150609\/Corpus-Christi-Shark-Fishing-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150609\/Corpus-Christi-Shark-Fishing-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150609\/Corpus-Christi-Shark-Fishing-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150609\/Corpus-Christi-Shark-Fishing-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150609\/Corpus-Christi-Shark-Fishing.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><p>If you like Shark fishing, Corpus Christi should already be on your radar. This is the home of a huge range of Shark species. There&#8217;s a fish for every angler, from kid-friendly Blacktips and Bonnetheads to brutish Bull, Hammerhead, and Tiger Sharks. And those are just the ones you can catch from shore!<\/p><p>Jump aboard a boat and a whole new level of terror comes into play. Thousand-pound Hammerheads. Tigers longer than your boat. You can even take on the deadliest of them all offshore &ndash; Mako Sharks. Bear in mind that several of these species are endangered. To give them the best chance of surviving, use heavy tackle to bring them in quickly and make sure they&#8217;re fully revived during release.<\/p><div class='featured-charters-container' data-trigger='featured-charters' data-destination-id='211' data-destination-title='Corpus Christi' data-perpage='4' data-currency='USD'data-filter-field='fishFilter'data-filter-value='shark_blacktip'data-headline='Top Shark Fishing Charters in Corpus Christi'data-add-type='m'><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p><h3 id=\"tuna\">Tuna<\/h3><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150608\/Tuna-Fishing-Corpus-Christi-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"An angler holding a Blackfin Tuna on a sportfishing boat\" class=\"wp-image-12808\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150608\/Tuna-Fishing-Corpus-Christi-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150608\/Tuna-Fishing-Corpus-Christi-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150608\/Tuna-Fishing-Corpus-Christi-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150608\/Tuna-Fishing-Corpus-Christi-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150608\/Tuna-Fishing-Corpus-Christi-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><p>What could possibly top giant pelagic Sharks? How about big, tasty tuna? These guys usually live way offshore &ndash; 30 miles or more. However, they can come in much closer in the summer. Regardless, they&rsquo;re well worth traveling for if you&rsquo;re into fresh sashimi. The main target is Yellowfin Tuna, but you can also catch smaller Blackfin Tuna closer to land.<\/p><p>As always, this won&rsquo;t just be the only thing taking your bait. The bluewaters are home to Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Sailfish, and even Marlin. These fish usually hunt around offshore structure, so you can expect deep-water Groupers and giant Amberjack below. <a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/blog\/deep-sea-fishing-in-corpus-christi\/\">Corpus&#8217;s deep sea fishing<\/a> is best in summer, but you can actually find these fish year-round if you head far enough offshore.<\/p><h3 id=\"and-more\">And More!<\/h3><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150615\/Corpus-Christi-Bass-Fishing-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"A man holding a Largemouth Bass\" class=\"wp-image-12799\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150615\/Corpus-Christi-Bass-Fishing-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150615\/Corpus-Christi-Bass-Fishing-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150615\/Corpus-Christi-Bass-Fishing-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150615\/Corpus-Christi-Bass-Fishing-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150615\/Corpus-Christi-Bass-Fishing-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><p>You thought we&rsquo;d forgotten the freshwater scene? Not a chance! Just a couple of miles inland, you hit Lake Corpus Christi, a vast reservoir home to some huge Blue, Channel, and Flathead Catfish. The Largemouth Bass are pretty decent, and you can also land Crappie, White Bass, Sunfish, and Gar.<\/p><p>These are the most common fish in Corpus Christi, but there are plenty more our there. Check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/destinations\/location\/us\/TX\/corpus-christi?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=12794\">fishing calendar<\/a> if you want a complete month-by-month breakdown of what&rsquo;s on offer.<\/p><div class='reviews-fetcher-container' data-destination-id='211' data-destination-title='Corpus Christi' data-category-title='' data-category='' data-category-id='' data-trigger='reviews-fetcher' data-viewport-event='view_reviews_fetcher' data-action='In viewport' data-viewport-category='Reviews' data-label=''>\n                    <h3>What anglers said about fishing in Corpus Christi<\/h3>\n                <\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p><h2 id=\"how-to-go-fishing-in-corpus-christi\">How to Go Fishing in Corpus Christi<\/h2><p>You&rsquo;ve got an idea of what you want to catch. But how are you going to get it? Obviously, there are some species that you can only reach on a boat. However, there are several ways to take on most of the fish in the area. Here are the pros and cons of each style of angling.<\/p><h3 id=\"surf-fishing\">Surf Fishing<\/h3><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150610\/Corpus-Christi-Shore-Fishing-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"A man holding a Redfish and a fishing rod on a beach on Padre Island, Texas\" class=\"wp-image-12804\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150610\/Corpus-Christi-Shore-Fishing-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150610\/Corpus-Christi-Shore-Fishing-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150610\/Corpus-Christi-Shore-Fishing-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150610\/Corpus-Christi-Shore-Fishing.jpeg 1473w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><p>Surf fishing is super popular in Corpus Christi, and it&rsquo;s easy to see why. The local barrier islands are an amazing place to reel in Redfish, Trout, Pompano, Jacks, and of course, Sharks. You can also wade into the shallows of Corpus Christi and Aransas Bays to give you even more options. If you want to combine fishing and a family beach day, it&rsquo;s a no-brainer.<\/p><p>The downside to surf fishing is that you need to haul a lot of equipment along with you. If you&rsquo;ve got a four-wheeler, you can actually drive right onto the sand in most places. All you need is a <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"beach parking permit (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cctexas.com\/parks\/services\/general-government\/beach-parking-permits\" target=\"_blank\">beach parking permit<\/a>. Otherwise you can head out with a guide who will bring along all the necessary equipment.<\/p><h3 id=\"pier-fishing\">Pier Fishing<\/h3><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"685\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150612\/Corpus-Christi-Fishing-Pier-1024x685.jpg\" alt=\"A view from the beach of Bob Hall Pier near Corpus Christi\" class=\"wp-image-12802\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150612\/Corpus-Christi-Fishing-Pier-1024x685.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150612\/Corpus-Christi-Fishing-Pier-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150612\/Corpus-Christi-Fishing-Pier-768x514.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150612\/Corpus-Christi-Fishing-Pier-1536x1028.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150612\/Corpus-Christi-Fishing-Pier-2048x1371.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><p>If you want to trek out to the beach or search for a productive spot, pier fishing might be for you. There are several fishing piers near Corpus Christi. Visit any one of them, and you&#8217;re almost guaranteed to catch some dinner. You can also rent rods and buy bait at many piers. The only downside is that they can get pretty busy in summer.<\/p><p>So, what can you catch? For starters, every species you&rsquo;d find in the surf: Redfish, Trout, Jacks, and Bluefish. You can also hook tasty Sheepshead and Flounder, as well as King and Spanish Mackerel, and even Cobia. However, it&rsquo;s the Sharks that local piers are famous for. Monster Tigers and Hammerheads are caught every summer here.<\/p><h3 id=\"kayak-fishing\">Kayak Fishing<\/h3><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150607\/Kayak-fishing-Corpus-Christi-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"A man holding a Redfish on a kayak\" class=\"wp-image-12810\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150607\/Kayak-fishing-Corpus-Christi-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150607\/Kayak-fishing-Corpus-Christi-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150607\/Kayak-fishing-Corpus-Christi-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150607\/Kayak-fishing-Corpus-Christi.jpeg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><p>Are the beaches and piers a little too crowded? Feel like exploring more remote waters? Simple! Just grab your rod, jump in a kayak, and paddle around the local bays. You can rent kayaks for under $50 per day in Corpus and nearby <a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/destinations\/location\/us\/TX\/port-aransas?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=12794\">Port Aransas<\/a>. This makes it a great budget option if you have your own fishing gear.<\/p><p>The thing to remember about kayak fishing is that it&#8217;s a real workout. Just paddling around takes a fair bit of practice, never mind actually fighting fish. Beginners can keep things simple by kayaking to a remote stretch of shore then wade fishing. Experienced &lsquo;yakers can venture into the ocean to add tasty Snappers and other reef species to the standard inshore haul.<\/p><h3 id=\"charter-fishing\">Charter Fishing<\/h3><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150617\/Corpus-Christi-Charter-Fishing-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A woman in a fighting chair on a sportfishing boat, with two men watching her fight a fish\" class=\"wp-image-12797\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150617\/Corpus-Christi-Charter-Fishing-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150617\/Corpus-Christi-Charter-Fishing-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150617\/Corpus-Christi-Charter-Fishing-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150617\/Corpus-Christi-Charter-Fishing.jpg 1168w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><p>Charters are the most fun and effective way to wet a line around Corpus. It&#8217;s that simple. The captain will take you to the best spots for each species and deal with the boring parts like baiting your hooks. You just focus on the fishing itself. The results speak for themselves: you can catch as much in four hours on a charter as you would in four days on your own.<\/p><p>Filling your coolers is fun, but that&rsquo;s not what makes charter fishing special. Most local captains have spent their entire lives guiding people around these waters. This means that they can tailor the day to your skills and priorities, building your perfect fishing trip. The only downside is that it costs more than other styles of fishing.<\/p><div class='featured-charters-container' data-trigger='featured-charters' data-destination-id='211' data-destination-title='Corpus Christi' data-perpage='4' data-currency='USD'data-filter-field=''data-filter-value=''data-headline='Top Fishing Charters in Corpus Christi'data-add-type='m'><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p><h3 id=\"party-boat-fishing\">Party Boat Fishing<\/h3><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150616\/Corpus-Christi-Party-Boat-Fishing-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A large group of anglers holding Red Snapper caught on a Corpus Christi Party Boat fishing trip\" class=\"wp-image-12798\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150616\/Corpus-Christi-Party-Boat-Fishing-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150616\/Corpus-Christi-Party-Boat-Fishing-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150616\/Corpus-Christi-Party-Boat-Fishing-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150616\/Corpus-Christi-Party-Boat-Fishing-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150616\/Corpus-Christi-Party-Boat-Fishing-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><p>Not so bothered about the whole VIP experience? Party boats are a cheap and cheerful alternative for anglers who know their way around a rod. You get a place on the boat and equipment to fish with. The captain will take you and a bunch of like-minded anglers out to the local reefs and let you fill up on delicious Snappers, Groupers, and more.<\/p><p>The main difference between private and shared charters is the amount of attention you get from the crew. Deckhands will do rounds to make sure everybody&rsquo;s okay, but they won&rsquo;t have as much time to help each person on the boat. You may also have to take turns fishing on smaller boats. This is fine for confident anglers, but it can be frustrating for beginners.<\/p><h2 id=\"corpus-christi-fishing-spots\">Corpus Christi Fishing Spots<\/h2><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150618\/Corpus-Christi-Fishing-Spots-Aransas-Pass-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"An aerial view of Aransas Pass\" class=\"wp-image-12795\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150618\/Corpus-Christi-Fishing-Spots-Aransas-Pass-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150618\/Corpus-Christi-Fishing-Spots-Aransas-Pass-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150618\/Corpus-Christi-Fishing-Spots-Aransas-Pass-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150618\/Corpus-Christi-Fishing-Spots-Aransas-Pass-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150618\/Corpus-Christi-Fishing-Spots-Aransas-Pass-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><p>Thought there were a lot of fish around Corpus? Wait until you see all the places you can catch them! Even within <a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/destinations\/region\/us\/corpus-christi-bay?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=12794\">Corpus Christi Bay<\/a>, you&rsquo;re spoiled for choice of fishing spots. Head into the Gulf, and you find dozens of artificial reefs. Here are a few local favorites to get you started.&nbsp;<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Sunset Lake Park: <\/strong>This park offers great wade and shore fishing for Speckled Trout, Redfish, and Flounder. It&rsquo;s also a good place to launch a kayak from if you want to explore the lake in depth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Padre Island National Seashore:<\/strong> Sharks. Big, toothy, hard-fighting Sharks. Bulls, Tigers, Duskies, and Hammerheads all show up in the surf. Heck, people have even <a aria-label=\"people have even caught Mako Sharks here (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.texassaltwaterfishingmagazine.com\/fishing\/by-type\/shark-fishing\/history-repeats\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">caught Mako Sharks here<\/a>!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Packery Channel:<\/strong> This is also a good kayak fishing spot and you can fish from the channel&#8217;s jetties, too. Redfish, Speckled Trout, Mackerel, Sheepshead, and even Mangrove Snappers show up here.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/destinations\/location\/us\/tx\/aransas-pass?utm_source=fishingbooker&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=post_content_link&amp;utm_term=12794\">Aransas Pass<\/a>:<\/strong> A popular charter launch and jetty fishing spot. At almost 50 feet deep, it&#8217;s a hiding place for big Tripletail, Black Drum, Flounder, and Bull Reds. You can even find Red Snapper here!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lonestar Reef:<\/strong> A year-round Red Snapper spot just inside state waters. It&#8217;s mainly for boats, but skilled &lsquo;yakers can also paddle out. If nothing&#8217;s biting, hit Mustang Island&ndash;775 and Boatmen&rsquo;s Reefs nearby. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Offshore Oil Rigs: <\/strong>Oil rig fishing is about as exciting as it gets. The rigs start around 30 miles out and extend deep into the heart of the Gulf. Expect huge Snappers, Mahi Mahi, Tuna, Wahoo, and Billfish.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lake Corpus Christi State Park:<\/strong> A great place to fish Lake Corpus Christi from shore. Cast from the banks or from the piers for Blue and Flathead Catfish, White and Largemouth Bass, Gar, and much more.<\/li>\n<\/ul><h2 id=\"when-to-go-fishing-in-corpus-christi\">When to Go Fishing in Corpus Christi<\/h2><p>Angling in Corpus Christi is a <strong>year-round<\/strong> fishing adventure. There&rsquo;s no off-season, and whenever you wet your line in these waters, a fish will grace the end of it. <strong>Summer<\/strong>, however, is considered to be the most productive season. This is when various species are up for grabs, and trophy catches are just around the corner. So, if you&rsquo;re in doubt about when to go fishing in Corpus Christi, pick summertime, and you won&rsquo;t go wrong.<\/p><p>You&rsquo;re almost set for your angling adventure. Before you set off, here are a few important dates that you might want to keep in mind, as well as some helpful tips on licenses and regulations.<\/p><h3 id=\"corpus-christi-fishing-tournaments\">Corpus Christi Fishing Tournaments<\/h3><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150614\/Corpus-Christi-Fishing-Tournaments-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"Two anglers holding fish on a stage after winning a fishing tournament in Port Aransas, TX\" class=\"wp-image-12800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150614\/Corpus-Christi-Fishing-Tournaments-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150614\/Corpus-Christi-Fishing-Tournaments-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150614\/Corpus-Christi-Fishing-Tournaments-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150614\/Corpus-Christi-Fishing-Tournaments-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150614\/Corpus-Christi-Fishing-Tournaments-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><p>The area&#8217;s most famous angling event has to be the <a href=\"https:\/\/deepsearoundup.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Deep Sea Roundup<\/a>. This is the oldest fishing tournament in the Gulf of Mexico, now over 90 years old. This fun-focused, family-friendly competition has surf, bay, and offshore divisions. If you&rsquo;re around in <strong>July<\/strong>, it&rsquo;s well worth taking part.<\/p><p>Another event worth mentioning is the Coastal Conservation Association&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.startournament.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CCA Star Tournament<\/a>. It runs from May until September, so you have plenty of time to take part. Have a blast reeling in Redfish, Trout, Flounder, Ling, and Kingfish while also supporting one of America&rsquo;s largest conservation groups. Talk about a win-win!<\/p><h2 id=\"corpus-christi-regulations\">Corpus Christi Regulations<\/h2><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/01\/14135425\/Regulations-CC.jpg\" alt='A graphic with a Texas flag on the top that says: \"Corpus Christi Fishing Regulations: What you need to know\" beneath.' class=\"wp-image-44867\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/01\/14135425\/Regulations-CC.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/01\/14135425\/Regulations-CC-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2023\/01\/14135425\/Regulations-CC-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><p>Most fish are open for harvest year-round in Texas. However, there are some important closed seasons in federal waters. The federal Red Snapper season usually opens in June and runs for a few months for both charter boats and private vessels. Amberjack are available in September and October, opening again next year if there&rsquo;s any quota left from this year.<\/p><p>No matter what you catch, you need a license for everybody aged 17 and up. This is the same whether you&rsquo;re fishing on a boat or casting from shore. However, you don&rsquo;t need a license to fish from land or piers in Texas State Parks. We&rsquo;ve written an entire article about <a href=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker.com\/blog\/texas-fishing-license-quick-guide\/\">getting a Texas fishing license<\/a> if you want more information.<\/p>    <h2 id=\"corpus-christi-fishing-faqs\">Corpus Christi Fishing FAQs<\/h2>\n<div id=\"fbgb-faq-69fae3768f11b\" class=\"fbgb-faq-block aligncenter fbgb-faq-style-accordion\">\n    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-container\">\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-item \" data-faq-item=\"0\">\n                <div class=\"fbgb-faq-question\" \n                     role=\"button\" \n                     tabindex=\"0\" \n                     aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                     aria-controls=\"fbgb-faq-69fae3768f11b-item-0\">\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-question-text\">Is fishing good in Corpus Christi?<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-icon\">\n                        <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M6.5 12.4L12 8l5.5 4.4-.9 1.2L12 10l-4.5 3.6-1-1.2z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n                    <\/span>\n                <\/div>\n                <div id=\"fbgb-faq-69fae3768f11b-item-0\" \n                     class=\"fbgb-faq-answer \"\n                     aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-answer-content\">\n                        <p>Yes. Corpus Christi offers great fishing opportunities. In fact, it\u2019s one of the most popular fishing destinations in Texas because it promises year-round angling and both inshore and offshore battles.<\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-item \" data-faq-item=\"1\">\n                <div class=\"fbgb-faq-question\" \n                     role=\"button\" \n                     tabindex=\"0\" \n                     aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                     aria-controls=\"fbgb-faq-69fae3768f11b-item-1\">\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-question-text\">Where to fish in Corpus Christi?<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-icon\">\n                        <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M6.5 12.4L12 8l5.5 4.4-.9 1.2L12 10l-4.5 3.6-1-1.2z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n                    <\/span>\n                <\/div>\n                <div id=\"fbgb-faq-69fae3768f11b-item-1\" \n                     class=\"fbgb-faq-answer \"\n                     aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-answer-content\">\n                        <p>Corpust Christi is abundant in fishing spots, but the best starting points for different types of anglers are\u00a0Sunset Lake Park for wade and surf anglers, Packery Channel for kayak anglers, and Oil Rigs for deep sea and offshore enthusiasts.<\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-item \" data-faq-item=\"2\">\n                <div class=\"fbgb-faq-question\" \n                     role=\"button\" \n                     tabindex=\"0\" \n                     aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                     aria-controls=\"fbgb-faq-69fae3768f11b-item-2\">\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-question-text\">What fish are in season in Corpus Christi?<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-icon\">\n                        <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M6.5 12.4L12 8l5.5 4.4-.9 1.2L12 10l-4.5 3.6-1-1.2z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n                    <\/span>\n                <\/div>\n                <div id=\"fbgb-faq-69fae3768f11b-item-2\" \n                     class=\"fbgb-faq-answer \"\n                     aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-answer-content\">\n                        <p>Corpus Christi is a year-round fishery, so there\u2019s always something biting. However, if you want to maximize your chances of landing a trophy catch or exactly the fish you had in mind, then align your fishing trip with the peak season of your target. Fall, for example, is ideal for Redfish and Flounder, while summer is perfect for almost all big game as well as Tarpon and Sharks.<\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-item \" data-faq-item=\"3\">\n                <div class=\"fbgb-faq-question\" \n                     role=\"button\" \n                     tabindex=\"0\" \n                     aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                     aria-controls=\"fbgb-faq-69fae3768f11b-item-3\">\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-question-text\">Do you need a fishing license in Corpus Christi?<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-icon\">\n                        <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M6.5 12.4L12 8l5.5 4.4-.9 1.2L12 10l-4.5 3.6-1-1.2z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n                    <\/span>\n                <\/div>\n                <div id=\"fbgb-faq-69fae3768f11b-item-3\" \n                     class=\"fbgb-faq-answer \"\n                     aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-answer-content\">\n                        <p>Yes. Everyone aged 17 and up needs to purchase a valid fishing license in order to fish in Corpus Christi. The only exception are piers and if you plan to fish from a pier, you don\u2019t need the fishing license.<\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-item \" data-faq-item=\"4\">\n                <div class=\"fbgb-faq-question\" \n                     role=\"button\" \n                     tabindex=\"0\" \n                     aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                     aria-controls=\"fbgb-faq-69fae3768f11b-item-4\">\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-question-text\">Can you fish for Tuna in Corpus Christi, Texas?<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"fbgb-faq-icon\">\n                        <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M6.5 12.4L12 8l5.5 4.4-.9 1.2L12 10l-4.5 3.6-1-1.2z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n                    <\/span>\n                <\/div>\n                <div id=\"fbgb-faq-69fae3768f11b-item-4\" \n                     class=\"fbgb-faq-answer \"\n                     aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <div class=\"fbgb-faq-answer-content\">\n                        <p>Yes. Yellowfin Tuna are the most commonly caught Tuna in Corpus Christi, but you can target Blackfin Tuna, too.<\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n    \n    <\/div>\n\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is fishing good in Corpus Christi?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes. Corpus Christi offers great fishing opportunities. 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Because It&#8217;s Great Fun, All Year Long<\/h2><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150606\/Corpus-Christi-Evening-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A view of Corpus Christi as sunset\" class=\"wp-image-12811\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150606\/Corpus-Christi-Evening-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150606\/Corpus-Christi-Evening-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150606\/Corpus-Christi-Evening-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150606\/Corpus-Christi-Evening-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/fishingbooker-prod-blog-backup.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/media\/2020\/02\/14150606\/Corpus-Christi-Evening-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><p>The Corpus area is a real angler&rsquo;s playground. From shallow surf and back bays to offshore reefs and oil rigs, there are big fish everywhere. What&rsquo;s more, most of them are here year-round. Throw in always-open fishing seasons and famously relaxed limits, and you can always reel in a feast no matter when you visit. You&rsquo;d better come hungry!<\/p><p><em>Have you ever fished around Corpus Christi? What did you catch and how did you do it? Drop us your stories or ask us a question in the comments below. We love hearing from you!<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As an angler, you only need to look at a map of Corpus Christi to get excited. The city sits on a sprawling bay protected by barrier islands &ndash; all markers of an outstanding inshore fishery. Beyond that, the open waters of the Gulf of Mexico promise busy reefs and deep sea predators. 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