Texas Lower Coast Charters LLC 

4.9
(16 reviews)
 
State licensed
 211 West Swordfish Street, South Padre Island, TX 78597, United States–

Texas Lower Coast Charters LLC 

South Padre Island, TX, United States
–
24 ft
4
4.9
(16 reviews)

South Padre Island has a fish with your name on it, so let Texas Lower Coast Charters help you catch it! Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Timothy knows them forwards and back.

Around here it's common to catch Black Drum, Flounder, Sheepshead, Pompano, Mangrove Snapper, Speckled Trout, Redfish, and more with any luck. During the trip, you might be spinning, popping, drifting, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Families who love fishing together will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. And, you can't go wrong with snacks to maintain your energy throughout the trip!

You'll be fishing aboard a 24' Shallow Sport bay boat with a capacity for 4 passengers. It comes with all the essentials. Capt. Timothy has rods and reels for you, as well as lures. Live bait is available, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

Before coming aboard, you'll need to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species may be off-limits or require a special tag, so make sure you know what to expect. A few items to bring include sunglasses, and sunblock (non-spray). Drinks will be available for you. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but you should avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Now and then the fish might get away, but a day on the water never should. Time to make it happen, with Texas Lower Coast Charters!

South Padre Island has a fish with your name on it, so let Texas Lower Coast Charters help you catch it! Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Timothy knows them forwards and back.

Around here it's common to catch Black Drum, Flounder, Sheepshead, Pompano, Mangrove Snapper, Speckled Trout, Redfish, and more with any luck. During the trip, you might be spinning, popping, drifting, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Families who love fishing together will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. And, you can't go wrong with snacks to maintain your energy throughout the trip!

You'll be fishing aboard a 24' Shallow Sport bay boat with a capacity for 4 passengers. It comes with all the essentials. Capt. Timothy has rods and reels for you, as well as lures. Live bait is available, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

Before coming aboard, you'll need to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species may be off-limits or require a special tag, so make sure you know what to expect. A few items to bring include sunglasses, and sunblock (non-spray). Drinks will be available for you. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but you should avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Now and then the fish might get away, but a day on the water never should. Time to make it happen, with Texas Lower Coast Charters!

Timothy Gibson
Captain
Timothy Gibson
11 years of experience
ID & credentials verified
responds within an hour

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Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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Quick bay trip for two!!!
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Speckled Trout
US $450
Entire boat: 2 people
4 Hour Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 2:00 PM
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
Redfish
Pompano
+3
US $500
Entire boat: 2 people
5 Hour Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
Redfish
Pompano
+3
US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
Full day
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
Redfish
Pompano
+3
US $1,050
Entire boat: 2 people

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Rating

4.9
16 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (24)

Reviews (16)

  • Jesse George
    Jesse George
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Morning on the Water with Captain Timothy Gibson!

    Quick bay trip for two!!! on August 13, 2026 • 4 adults

    We had a great fishing trip this morning with Captain Timothy Gibson. He definitely did his part and put us on the fish — they just weren’t biting like we hoped! That’s fishing though, and we still had a great time. Abigail landed a couple of drum, Gabriel caught a couple of catfish, Carla brought in a catfish, and I managed to catch four trout. 🎣 Captain Timothy was knowledgeable, patient, and worked hard to keep us on the fish throughout the trip. Most importantly, the whole family had a good time and made some great memories on the water. We’d definitely recommend Captain Timothy Gibson and would fish with him again. Hopefully next time the fish are a little hungrier!

  • Hunter Clark
    Hunter Clark
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Made fishing fun!Great Captain!

    Full day on July 14, 2026 • 2 adults

    great guide

  • Meg Singer
    Meg Singer
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    The Perfect Fishing Adventure for Me and My Boys

    Morning Bay Fishing 3h on August 16, 2025 • 3 adults

    We had such a great experience fishing with Captain Tim Gibson this morning! My boys and I had an amazing time—he was friendly, funny, and so patient with all of us. Tim guided the kids when they needed help, celebrated every catch with them, and made the whole trip so much fun. He provided everything we needed and truly went above and beyond to make it memorable. Highly recommend booking a trip with him—we’ll definitely be back!

  • Julian Mora
    Julian Mora
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2022
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Always a great time fishing with Captain Tim Gibson

    5 Hour Trip (AM) on June 21, 2025 • 4 adults

    I've fished with Captain Tim Gibson several times over the past five years. Our family has always had fun and he's great with kids. He always has a clean boat with top of the line gear and provides friendly service. He's our go to Captain when we want to charter for some bay fishing.

  • Keath Hallquist
    Keath Hallquist
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Limited out on Black Drum

    5 Hour Trip (AM) on December 27, 2024 • 2 adults

    Captain Tim put my wife and I on fish and kept us on fish. We both limited out on some good size black drum. Was a blessed day on the water. Definitely recommended Texas Lower Coast Charters.

  • Angel Luis Requejo Gutierrez
    Angel Luis Requejo Gutierrez
    mx
    Veracruz, VER, Mexico
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome trip

    5 Hour Trip (AM) on April 6, 2024 • 2 adults

    Captain Tim put us right on the spot where the were

  • Patrick Gipson
    Patrick Gipson
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2024
    4.7
    Verified

    Windy, but enjoyable

    4 Hour Trip (PM) on December 28, 2024 • 2 adults

    Tough day fishing with the wind, but we caught some fish and enjoyed the day. Thanks

  • Gregory Vela
    Gregory Vela
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    1st & Best fishing trip

    Quick bay trip for two!!! on July 25, 2026 • 2 adults

    This was our first fishing trip Captain Tim was great and also informative I caught a sting ray that was amazing however we caught so many fish it was an incredible experience overall I will definitely be booking again… if you don’t know how to fish or do know how to fish I highly recommend booking with Tim he’s great and you will not regret it making family memories is what it’s about

  • Jeremy Deach
    Jeremy Deach
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    all around great trip…

    5 Hour Trip (AM) on July 23, 2026 • 2 adults

     son and I went on a fishing trip had a great time. Little weather came, but we work through it. The guide was flexible with making sure we caught some fish !!! 

  • Morris Hoover
    Morris Hoover
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Lots of fish in the cooler!

    5 Hour Trip (AM) on October 8, 2026 • 2 adults

    Capt Tim is very accommodating, very understanding and helpful with two inexperienced folks. With his guidance we hade an awesomely me time!

FAQs about Texas Lower Coast Charters LLC

Texas Lower Coast Charters LLC offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $450 per group, additional US $99 per person after 2 guests - Quick bay trip for two!!! (3 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour Trip (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $1,050 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Full day (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Texas Lower Coast Charters LLC, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well Seasonal bait such as croaker & Ballyhoo is an w
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Texas Lower Coast Charters LLC include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Live bait like croaker is an additional fee $15 a dozen captains price. All other baits are provided unless you request more bait than is what's provided. )
  • Lures
  • Drinks (I have a very clean sanitized built on ice chest and it's filled with water and sports drinks.)
Texas Lower Coast Charters LLC offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Texas Lower Coast Charters LLC offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Spinning
  • Popping
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Texas Lower Coast Charters LLC include:
  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Pompano
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Speckled Trout

Your captain

Timothy Gibson
Timothy Gibson
South Padre Island, Texas, United States
29 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
16 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since May 2020
Captain Timothy has over 20years of fishing experience but he started to guide fishing trips professionally only in 2018. This used to be a hobby for a long time until he finally decided to fully commit to it. He loves being outdoors, enjoys to fish, and he's glad that he helps other people have a great time.
Timothy Gibson
Timothy Gibson
Fully verified
29
reports
16
reviews
2020
member since
~1h
response
Captain Timothy has over 20years of fishing experience but he started to guide fishing trips professionally only in 2018. This used to be a hobby for a long time until he finally decided to fully commit to it. He loves being outdoors, enjoys to fish, and he's glad that he helps other people have a great time.

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
Pompano
Pompano
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
Pompano
Pompano
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead

Real catches by this captain

  • Two adult anglers pose beside a dockside catch board displaying multiple redfish at Jim's Pier on South Padre Island, Texas.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Redfish
    Morris H.
    Morris H.
    Capt Tim is very accommodating, very understanding and helpful with two inexperienced folks. With his guidance we hade an awesomely me time!
  • A variety of fish neatly laid out on a cleaning table at a dock, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Black Drum
    Fun morning with Jesse and his wife we caught black drum redfish and a few trout.
  • A family proudly displaying their catch of two Black Drum fish while enjoying a sunny day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Black Drum
    Jesse G.
    Jesse G.
    We had a great fishing trip this morning with Captain Timothy Gibson. He definitely did his part and put us on the fish — they just weren’t biting like we hoped! That’s fishing though, and we still had a great time. Abigail landed a couple of drum, Gabriel caught a couple of catfish, Carla brought in a catfish, and I managed to catch four trout. 🎣 Captain Timothy was knowledgeable, patient, and worked hard to keep us on the fish throughout the trip. Most importantly, the whole family had a good time and made some great memories on the water. We’d definitely recommend Captain Timothy Gibson and would fish with him again. Hopefully next time the fish are a little hungrier!
  • A family enjoying a day on the water, posing on the bow of a boat with a scenic ocean backdrop.
    Gregory V.
    Gregory V.
    This was our first fishing trip Captain Tim was great and also informative I caught a sting ray that was amazing however we caught so many fish it was an incredible experience overall I will definitely be booking again… if you don’t know how to fish or do know how to fish I highly recommend booking with Tim he’s great and you will not regret it making family memories is what it’s about
  • A father and son proudly display their catch of Speckled Trout on the boat after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Jeremy D.
    Jeremy D.
     son and I went on a fishing trip had a great time. Little weather came, but we work through it. The guide was flexible with making sure we caught some fish !!! 
  • A young angler proudly displaying a large Speckled Trout while fishing on a boat in open waters.
    Hunter C.
    Hunter C.
    great guide
  • A couple proudly poses with their catch of Speckled Trout displayed on a board at the dock, showcasing a successful day of fishing.
    This couple just got married and wanted to come down and do a little fishing in South Padre Island we finished got plenty of fish. He jumped out of the boat, went swimming, and we rode around and look at some scenery. Great day.
  • A group of anglers proudly displaying their catch of Speckled Trout on a catch board at Jim's Pier in South Padre Island, TX.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    The redfish bite continues to be great We caught a bunch of fish way more than they wanted. We played catch and release and left them biting.
  • A couple proudly displaying a large Redfish on a fishing charter in clear waters, showcasing their successful catch.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Seems like every day is a slaughter on the water. The red fish have been hungry just peeling reels and bending rods. Come get you some.
  • Interior view of a boat's helm featuring a Garmin display and control console, showcasing modern fishing technology.
    Not only do I provide a quality service, but I provide top-of-the-line fishing equipment a very clean boat, fresh bottles of water and Gatorade ice cold bait and a very nice stereo for you to Bluetooth your music to also a little shade with a canopy. So let’s get you booked and hooked up .

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2024
Boat manufacturer
Shallow Sport
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
55 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning
Popping
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Seasonal bait such as croaker & Ballyhoo is an w
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Live bait like croaker is an additional fee $15 a dozen captains price. All other baits are provided unless you request more bait than is what's provided.
Lures
Drinks
I have a very clean sanitized built on ice chest and it's filled with water and sports drinks.

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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.
More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child friendly
Requirement for children is 4 years and older.
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Pay online in full
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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
 American Express
 PayPal
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in South Padre Island right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
FlounderFlounder
PompanoPompano
RedfishRedfish
SheepsheadSheepshead
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

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