Meador's Guide Service – Galveston
+132Meador’s Guide Service invites you to fish with the locals out of Galveston, Texas. The waters of the Galveston Bay Complex have some of the finest inshore fishing grounds in the state. Your captain has fished all over the country, but came back home to guide on the Texas coast. He will gladly tell you why Redfish, Flounder, and Trout fishing are so good in Galveston. Or even better, he will show you!
Explore the Galveston’s inshore fishing potential by stepping aboard a 2021, 26’ Catalyst bay boat. Its single 300 HP Suzuki engine will power you to the fishing grounds in comfort and style. There is plenty of room for up to 4 anglers so feel free to bring your kids with you. The vessel is prepared for the bite with its navigational electronics, an icebox, and a live well.
Whether you want a short ride to the fishing grounds to test the water or you are looking for a full day adventure, Meador’s Guide Service will cater to your specific need. The captain will introduce you to jigging, popping, drift fishing, and fishing with light tackle if you have never held a rod in your hands. You can also test yourself in wading, just make sure to bring appropriate clothing.
In order to make a great catch possible, you will be provided with quality rods, reels, tackle, and lures. Your captain will send your catch home cleaned and filleted so that you could get your dinner sorted out. You will only need to purchase a license and bring something to eat and drink.
Live bait comes at an additional cost and it depends on the number of people and type of trip. It is charged at the market rate as follows:
Live Croaker are $10 USD per dozen.
Live Shrimp are $20 USD per quart.
Join Meador’s Guide Service and explore the prolific waters of Texas for an unforgettable time!
Captain
Tim Meador
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+51Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Caught fish
98%
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Captain Tim is a legend
Full Day Trip on April 12, 2025
I learned so much from Captain Tim, this was my first time out with a charter. His knowledge is top notch and he’s also a funny guy. Would recommend 10/10. Captain Tim put us on a ton of bites always moving around looking for a better spot. Will be back.
I learned so much from Captain Tim, this was my first time out with a charter. His knowledge is top notch and he’s also a funny guy. Would recommend 10/10. Captain Tim put us on a ton of bites always moving around looking for a better spot. Will be back.
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Had a great time!
Half Day Trip on July 20, 2024
Capt Tim knew the spots and never let us sit somewhere not catching fish for long. He was on the phone with other guides always trying to find the hot spots. We caught at least 25 different fish, including sting rays and sharks. Got our limit and had a fantastic fried trout dinner. Capt Tim took care of everything. We would definitely do this again.
Capt Tim knew the spots and never let us sit somewhere not catching fish for long. He was on the phone with other guides always trying to find the hot spots. We caught at least 25 different fish, including sting rays and sharks. Got our limit and had a fantastic fried trout dinner. Capt Tim took care of everything. We would definitely do this again.
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Tim is excellent with Kids. My kids are forever hooked.
Half Day Trip on June 15, 2024
Tim was so patient with my 8 and 12 year old. He works so hard to keep a bait constantly on the lines. We had a blast. Will definitely do this again. We hit our trout limit in about 3 hours. My daughter caught a massive 40 lb. black drum that she will never forget. What a great time. Guided fishing trips are the way to go. Bringing home a lot of fish to eat.
Tim was so patient with my 8 and 12 year old. He works so hard to keep a bait constantly on the lines. We had a blast. Will definitely do this again. We hit our trout limit in about 3 hours. My daughter caught a massive 40 lb. black drum that she will never forget. What a great time. Guided fishing trips are the way to go. Bringing home a lot of fish to eat.
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We had a great time!
4 Hour Trip (AM) on March 30, 2025
We boked a 4-hour trip and had a great time catching fish!
We boked a 4-hour trip and had a great time catching fish!
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Great captan!
Half Day Trip on August 8, 2024
We had a great experience fishing with Captain Tim. He finds you the fish, and moves when they stop biting. We had a great time on his boat. Thanks again Captain Tim!
We had a great experience fishing with Captain Tim. He finds you the fish, and moves when they stop biting. We had a great time on his boat. Thanks again Captain Tim!
FAQs about Meador's Guide Service – Galveston
What are the trip rates for Meador's Guide Service – Galveston?
Meador's Guide Service – Galveston offers the following trips to customers:
- US $500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Trip (AM) (4 hours)
- US $550 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip – Midday Seasonal (4 hours)
- US $600 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (6 hours)
- US $700 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Meador's Guide Service – Galveston?
When you book a trip with Meador's Guide Service – Galveston, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live Bait Well extra: shrimp $20/person; croaker $30/person
- Wireless Trolling Motor
- Ice Box
What's included in the trip price with Meador's Guide Service – Galveston?
Trips booked with Meador's Guide Service – Galveston include:
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
What types of fishing does Meador's Guide Service – Galveston offer?
Meador's Guide Service – Galveston offers the following types of fishing:
- Lake Fishing
- Inshore Fishing
- Nearshore Fishing
- Reef Fishing
- Wreck Fishing
- Flats Fishing
- Backcountry Fishing
What fishing techniques does Meador's Guide Service – Galveston offer?
Meador's Guide Service – Galveston offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Jigging
- Popping
- Fly Fishing
- Drift Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Meador's Guide Service – Galveston?
Top targeted fish species with Meador's Guide Service – Galveston include:
- Flounder
- Redfish
- Spotted Seatrout
Your captain
Galveston, Texas, United States
Captain Tim Meador was born and raised in Sweeny, Texas and presently resides there with his wife and kids. He grew up hunting and fishing along the South Texas coast, bays, bayous and sanctuaries. He has always been passionate about the pristine beauties of the Galveston/Freeport Bay complex. To this day he is still amazed by the place he gets to call his office. Captain Tim has been a professional guide for over 20 years and has had the privilege of guiding all over the country. Unable to deny his love of fishing for trophy Trout, Redfish, and Flounder; he finds himself drawn back home to guide in what he considers to be one of the best trout sanctuaries on the Texas Coast.
The fish you can target
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
Lake Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing
Which fishing techniques you can try
Light Tackle
Jigging
Popping
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing
Which amenities are available onboard
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
extra: shrimp $20/person; croaker $30/person
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box
What’s included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
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.
What the listing policies are
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
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
American Express
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 5% charge will apply.
What’s biting in Galveston right now
Flounder
Redfish