Meador's Guide Service – Galveston 

4.9/5 (52 reviews)
 
State licensed
 14001 County Road 257, Freeport, TX 77541, United States

Meador's Guide Service – Galveston 

 
State licensed
4.9/5 (52)
 Angler's Choice
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14001 County Road 257
Freeport, TX, United States

Meador’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!

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 52 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (54)

Captain Tim is a legend
We had a great time!
Had a great time!
+51

Angler rating

50
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0
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

97%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

98%

Caught fish

98%

Showing 1 - 5 of 52 reviews
Showing: 5 of 52 reviews
Frank Riley
Frank Riley
5.0
Verified
New
Awesome experience
Half Day Trip on January 8, 20263 adults
Captain Tim is a real professional; worked his butt off insuring we had a good time. My goal was to learn Bastrop Bayou and he did not disappoint.
Response from Captain
January 9, 2026
thanks buddy. I really enjoyed fishing with y’all. Hopefully, we can do it again someday.
0
Moises Costilla
Moises Costilla
5.0
Verified
Captain Tim is a legend
Full Day Trip on April 12, 20253 adults
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.
Review media 0
Reported catch:
Speckled Trout
Response from Captain
April 13, 2025
Thanks buddy I had a blast fishing with y’all today. Hopefully we can do it again sometime.
0
Joel Greathouse
Joel Greathouse
5.0
Verified
Friendly and knowledgeable
Full Day Trip on July 12, 20254 adults
Captain Tim is very personable and knowledgeable. We felt like he did everything he could to get us on the fish. We caught dozens of smalls in tough conditions. Would use him as a guide again.
Response from Captain
July 13, 2025
Thanks buddy hopefully we can get some revenge on the keeper fish next time
1
Robert Morgan
Robert Morgan
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Tim
Half Day Trip on October 10, 20251 adult1 child
Response from Captain
October 13, 2025
Thanks buddy hopefully, we can go again someday.
0
Vance Mitchell
Vance Mitchell
5.0
Verified
September fishing trip
Half Day Trip on September 20, 20252 adults
Response from Captain
September 21, 2025
thanks buddy hopefully we get get after them again sometime
0

Trip availability and prices

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January 2026
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2 adults • 0 children
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4 Hour Trip (AM)
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4 Hour Trip
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US $500
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Half Day Trip – Midday Seasonal
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 1:00 PM
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US $550
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Half Day Trip
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6 Hour Trip
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US $600
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip
starts at 6:30 AM
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US $700
Entire boat: up to 3 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 52 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (54)

Captain Tim is a legend
We had a great time!
Had a great time!
+51

Angler rating

50
1
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

97%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

98%

Caught fish

98%

Showing 1 - 5 of 52 reviews
Showing: 5 of 52 reviews
Frank Riley
Frank Riley
5.0
Verified
New
Awesome experience
Half Day Trip on January 8, 20263 adults
Captain Tim is a real professional; worked his butt off insuring we had a good time. My goal was to learn Bastrop Bayou and he did not disappoint.
Response from Captain
January 9, 2026
thanks buddy. I really enjoyed fishing with y’all. Hopefully, we can do it again someday.
0
Moises Costilla
Moises Costilla
5.0
Verified
Captain Tim is a legend
Full Day Trip on April 12, 20253 adults
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.
Review media 0
Reported catch:
Speckled Trout
Response from Captain
April 13, 2025
Thanks buddy I had a blast fishing with y’all today. Hopefully we can do it again sometime.
0
Joel Greathouse
Joel Greathouse
5.0
Verified
Friendly and knowledgeable
Full Day Trip on July 12, 20254 adults
Captain Tim is very personable and knowledgeable. We felt like he did everything he could to get us on the fish. We caught dozens of smalls in tough conditions. Would use him as a guide again.
Response from Captain
July 13, 2025
Thanks buddy hopefully we can get some revenge on the keeper fish next time
1
Robert Morgan
Robert Morgan
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Tim
Half Day Trip on October 10, 20251 adult1 child
Response from Captain
October 13, 2025
Thanks buddy hopefully, we can go again someday.
0
Vance Mitchell
Vance Mitchell
5.0
Verified
September fishing trip
Half Day Trip on September 20, 20252 adults
Response from Captain
September 21, 2025
thanks buddy hopefully we get get after them again sometime
0

FAQs about Meador's Guide Service – Galveston

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
26 ft
Year built
2021
Boat manufacturer
Catalyst
Boat type
Bay boat

Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 300HP
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