Corks and Croakers – Galveston Bay 

4.9
(94 reviews)
 
State licensed
 Harborwalk Boulevard, Hitchcock, TX 77563, United States–

Corks and Croakers – Galveston Bay 

Hitchcock, TX, United States
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22 ft
4
4.9
(94 reviews)

Experience the ultimate Texas inshore fishing with Corks and Croakers! Capt. Mike has been fishing the Galveston Bay for the past 20 years and nothing can surprise him in these waters. He’ll gladly share a fishing adventure with you, whether you’re experienced or you’re fishing for the first time.

Capt. Mike runs trips from Galveston but you can also find him in Texas City. You’ll be fishing aboard a 22’ Sea Pro boat that accommodates up to 4 guests. This bay boat is powered by a 150 HP Mecury engine and features GPS and all necessary safety equipment. The boat also has a wireless trolling motor, a cooler, and a live bait tank.

Your main species for the day will be the Texan Big Three – Flounder, Redfish, and Speckled Trout. They are available in these waters year round, so you don’t have to wait for their season to come. You can keep the catch and the captain will clean it for you free of charge.

Capt. Mike also supplied your rods, reels, and tackle. Live bait is included in the trip cost. Water is provided ,you can always bring your own beverages and some snacks.

Inshore trips are a great introduction to the world of fishing. You don’t need previous fishing experience and they are also family-friendly. With Corks And Croakers and a knowledgeable captain, you simply can’t go wrong!

Experience the ultimate Texas inshore fishing with Corks and Croakers! Capt. Mike has been fishing the Galveston Bay for the past 20 years and nothing can surprise him in these waters. He’ll gladly share a fishing adventure with you, whether you’re experienced or you’re fishing for the first time.

Capt. Mike runs trips from Galveston but you can also find him in Texas City. You’ll be fishing aboard a 22’ Sea Pro boat that accommodates up to 4 guests. This bay boat is powered by a 150 HP Mecury engine and features GPS and all necessary safety equipment. The boat also has a wireless trolling motor, a cooler, and a live bait tank.

Your main species for the day will be the Texan Big Three – Flounder, Redfish, and Speckled Trout. They are available in these waters year round, so you don’t have to wait for their season to come. You can keep the catch and the captain will clean it for you free of charge.

Capt. Mike also supplied your rods, reels, and tackle. Live bait is included in the trip cost. Water is provided ,you can always bring your own beverages and some snacks.

Inshore trips are a great introduction to the world of fishing. You don’t need previous fishing experience and they are also family-friendly. With Corks And Croakers and a knowledgeable captain, you simply can’t go wrong!

Mike Cybak
Captain
Mike Cybak
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Winter special 3 anglers max
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Dec 1 - Feb 28
Black Drum
Redfish
Sheepshead
Speckled Trout
US $300
Entire boat: 2 people
Solo anglers
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Mar 1 - Nov 30 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu)
Black Drum
Redfish
Flounder
Sheepshead
+1
US $450
Entire boat: 2 people
Spring and Summer Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 5:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Mar 1 - Aug 31
Black Drum
Redfish
Flounder
Sheepshead
+1
US $450
Entire boat: 2 people
Fall Redfish and Speckled Trout
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Nov 30
Redfish
Speckled Trout
US $450
Entire boat: 2 people
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Rating

4.9
94 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (174)

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
97%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
96%
Recommended
96%
Caught fish

Reviews (94)

  • Pamela Cline
    Pamela Cline
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Anniversary Trip!

    Fall Redfish and Speckled Trout on September 9, 2026 • 2 adults

    This is our 2nd trip with Captain Mike & we will book with him again. A wise man once said, “marry someone who likes to fish,” so this was the perfect way to spend our 44th anniversary. A great morning on the boat, a beautiful rainbow over the water, and fresh fish to bring home.

  • Taylor Murphy
    Taylor Murphy
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day on the water

    Fall Redfish and Speckled Trout on October 18, 2025 • 2 adults

    Captain Mike was an amazing and persistent guide today. The morning bite was slow and he continued to find the best spot in the bay to put us on limits of reds. He takes time to show the best way to cast and explain what you are looking for in the water to increase your chances of catching the next fish. Captain Mike is definitely the guide to book for your next trip. My nephew and I will definitely be booking him again for the next one.

  • Brayden Hodges
    Brayden Hodges
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    hit our limit

    Fall Redfish and Speckled Trout on June 29, 2026 • 2 adults

    reds were nowhere to be found so he had us bounce between reefs and we hit our limit in trouts. super nice and knowledgeable and patient.

  • Mari Taksa
    Mari Taksa
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing experience!

    Winter special 3 anglers max on February 22, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

    Wow, we had so much fun and learned a lot about the bay, fish, and the sport of fishing. Captain Mike was so patient and helpful, as we were complete beginners. With his guidance, we quickly gained confidence and were able to fish on our own. Great experience, we will absolutely be back.

  • Steven Zemski
    Steven Zemski
    Repeat angler
    us
    Nevada, US
    Member since 2022
    7 trips
    4.7
    Verified

    Bay fishing

    Fall Redfish and Speckled Trout on July 5, 2026 • 2 adults

    had a great time with Captain Mike. we caught fish all day long. we all maxed out on speckled trout. had to do a lot of catch and release because of the quantity of fish we caught. had a good day of activity.

  • Juan Hernandez
    Juan Hernandez
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2024
    7 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Perfect day of fishing

    Winter special 3 anglers max on February 2, 2025 • 2 adults

    Couldn’t have asked for a better captain! Very informative , learned a lot and a great teacher. As soon as we set out our first cast of the day we caught some nice keeper black drums and our day continued full of excitement with reds biting throughout the day. And when things got quiet Mike made sure to put us on to fish in different parts of the lake, very knowledgeable of the area around and when fish started to move. Would 10/10 recommend to anybody of any level of fishing Mike will make sure you take home a cooler full of fish!!

  • Alexandra Koop
    Alexandra Koop
    Repeat angler
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    March fishing trip

    Winter special 3 anglers max on March 24, 2025 • 2 adults

    Captain Mike was fantastic! He took us to several different spots to give us a variety of fish to catch and was extremely helpful with instructing and guiding. We caught upwards of 40-50 fish (maybe even more, we started to lose count). I highly recommend booking with him whether you are an experienced fisherman or not!

  • Brad Dickinson
    Brad Dickinson
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Texas Slam!

    Fall Redfish and Speckled Trout on June 22, 2025 • 2 adults

    Captain Mike had the boat ready to go at the doc the moment we arrived. We limited out on trout right away at the first spot. After a limit of trout, Captain Mike put us on other species. I had a Texas Slam (Trout, Redfish, Flounder) in the box in just a few hours! Would highly recommend!!

  • William Horne
    William Horne
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Caught early

    Fall Redfish and Speckled Trout on June 21, 2025 • 3 adults

    We caught our limit of trout in a couple hours then targeted reds and caught a few good keepers. We learned some good fishing techniques from an excellent guide while having lots of fun. Definitely recommend Mike with Corks and Croakers .

  • Alexis Green-honore
    Alexis Green-honore
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    Nothing into Something!!!!

    Summer fishing 3 anglers max on March 26, 2022 • 3 adults

    Though this time of year a very low tides My friends I had an excellent day fishing with Captain Mike! Captain Mikes Vessel is very clean and organized. Communication with Captain from beginning to end was amazing. He was very knowledgeable and even as experienced anglers we learned a few things along the way. Not only did we get a fishing trip, we got an amazing experience. Captain Mike knew some great spots and made every effort to put us on the fish. We caught a few keepers and after all was done he cleaned them up for us.For those of you that don’t touch the bait, he baits the hook as well. I highly recommend Corks and Croaker! As advertised, my friends and I are already planning our next trip with Captain Mike!!! What seemed to be a not so good day actually turned in to an amazing experience.

Rating

4.9
94 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (174)

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
97%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
96%
Recommended
96%
Caught fish

All reviews (94)

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Pamela Cline
Pamela Cline
us
Texas, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Great Anniversary Trip!
Fall Redfish and Speckled Trout on September 9, 2026 • 2 adults

This is our 2nd trip with Captain Mike & we will book with him again. A wise man once said, “marry someone who likes to fish,” so this was the perfect way to spend our 44th anniversary. A great morning on the boat, a beautiful rainbow over the water, and fresh fish to bring home.

Reported catch:
Redfish
Mike Cybak
Response from Captain

Thank you for leaving a great review!!

Taylor Murphy
Taylor Murphy
us
Texas, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Great day on the water
Fall Redfish and Speckled Trout on October 18, 2025 • 2 adults

Captain Mike was an amazing and persistent guide today. The morning bite was slow and he continued to find the best spot in the bay to put us on limits of reds. He takes time to show the best way to cast and explain what you are looking for in the water to increase your chances of catching the next fish. Captain Mike is definitely the guide to book for your next trip. My nephew and I will definitely be booking him again for the next one.

Reported catch:
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Mike Cybak
Response from Captain

Thanks for the great review. look forward to next time. Hopefully the bite will be on fire for you guys.

Deborah Lokey
Deborah Lokey
us
Texas, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
I limited out on Speckled Trout and caught one red. I limited in about an hour on Specs, which is what i wanted.
Solo anglers on July 7, 2026 • 1 adult

Best Trip & Harbor Walk Inn was exceptional. I will plan to go back asap. I wanted to catch specs and i did limit my three our but had to throw about 20 back cyz met my limit, some larger than i had already kept, so awesome trip.

Reported catch:
Speckled Trout
Redfish
Mike Cybak
Response from Captain

Glad you had a grrat time!!

Rick Cox
Rick Cox
us
Texas, US
Member since 2026
4.7
Verified
GOOD TRIP OVERALL
Fall Redfish and Speckled Trout on May 13, 2026 • 2 adults

Capt Mike was very professional. We got a little bit of a late start so we missed part of the morning tide. we caught Reds and Trout but no limits. what we did catch is going to be a great meal for the family. if you want a good trip with a guide book Mike. We’re already planning the next trip. THANKS CAPT MIKE

Reported catch:
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Mike Cybak
Response from Captain

Thanks for taking time to write your review. Twice as many fish next time would be a great trip.

Brayden Hodges
Brayden Hodges
us
Texas, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
hit our limit
Fall Redfish and Speckled Trout on June 29, 2026 • 2 adults

reds were nowhere to be found so he had us bounce between reefs and we hit our limit in trouts. super nice and knowledgeable and patient.

Mike Cybak
Response from Captain

Thanks for fishing with me today. we will hammer the reds in September!!

FAQs about Corks and Croakers – Galveston Bay

Corks and Croakers – Galveston Bay offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $150 per group, additional US $150 per person after 1 guest - Winter special 3 anglers max (5 hours)
  • US $225 per person - Solo anglers (5 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $150 per person after 2 guests - Fall Redfish and Speckled Trout (5 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $225 per person after 2 guests - Spring and Summer Fishing (5 hours)
When you book a trip with Corks and Croakers – Galveston Bay, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS I'm the fish finder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Corks and Croakers – Galveston Bay include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Spinning reels and rods)
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks (Water)
Corks and Croakers – Galveston Bay offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing (Galveston Bay Complex)
  • Reef fishing
  • Flats fishing
Corks and Croakers – Galveston Bay offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Spinning
  • Popping
Top targeted fish species with Corks and Croakers – Galveston Bay include:
  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Speckled Trout

Your captain

Mike Cybak
Mike Cybak
Hitchcock, Texas, United States
97 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
226 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since August 2018
Angler's Choice
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
I am the owner and the operator of Corks And Croakers and I have been fishing the Galveston Bay complex for over 15 years. Boating, fishing, and being on the water are the things I enjoy the most. I have participated in many charity tournaments and guided many anglers in preparation for such competitions. My biggest catch is a 29 inch Speckled Trout.
Mike Cybak
Mike Cybak
Fully verified
Angler's Choice
97
reports
226
reviews
2018
member since
~1h
response
I am the owner and the operator of Corks And Croakers and I have been fishing the Galveston Bay complex for over 15 years. Boating, fishing, and being on the water are the things I enjoy the most. I have participated in many charity tournaments and guided many anglers in preparation for such competitions. My biggest catch is a 29 inch Speckled Trout.

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout

Real catches by this captain

  • Trout Limit before 8am!
    Carter A.
    Carter A.
  • I limited out on Speckled Trout and caught one red. I limited in about an hour on Specs, which is what i wanted.
    Deborah L.
    Deborah L.
  • Bay fishing
    Steven Z.
    Steven Z.
  • hit our limit
    Brayden H.
    Brayden H.
  • Limit in about an hour of fishing
    Clay H.
    Clay H.
  • June fishing trip
    James C.
    James C.
  • Amazing experience!
    Mari T.
    Mari T.
  • November fishing trip
    Matthew D.
    Matthew D.
  • Great Trip
    Geoffrey J.
    Geoffrey J.
  • Great day on the water
    Taylor M.
    Taylor M.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
22 ft
Year built
2004
Boat manufacturer
Sea Pro
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
2021 Mercury 150 fourstroke
Powered by
1 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Flats Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning
Popping

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
I'm the fish finder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Spinning reels and rods
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Water

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
All ages welcome
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
 Cash
 Visa
 Mastercard
 PayPal
 Bank transfer

What’s biting in Hitchcock right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
FlounderFlounder
RedfishRedfish
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

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