Galveston Fishing Charters

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fishing Charters in Galveston

According to customer reviews, some of the most popular fishing charters in Galveston, Texas are: Full list of top fishing charters in Galveston

The average price for a private 4 hour Galveston fishing trip is US $602, while an 8 hour private trip will cost you US $1,022 based on prices on FishingBooker.com.

Fishing charters in Galveston that received great reviews from families are:

The top 3 fish species targeted on guided fishing trips in Galveston are:

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The top 3 types of fishing in Galveston are:

Many fishing charters in Galveston provide rods, reels and tackle. Some of the top rated are:

According to customer reviews on FishingBooker.com, some of the best rated charter captains in Galveston are:

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Some of the fishing trips offered by fishing charters in Galveston are:
  • 4-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $535
  • 5-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $693
  • 6-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $906
  • 8-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $1,510
  • 10-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $2,625

Fishing in Galveston

Everything’s bigger in Texas, and Galveston fishing charters are here to prove it. Whether you’re looking to test some of the state’s finest inshore fisheries, or chase huge pelagic fish offshore, fishing in Galveston has just what you need.
 
Highlighting the inshore action are Redfish, Sheepshead, Speckled Trout, and delicious Flounder. Between these four, you’ll have your hands full no matter when you wet the line. 
 
Reds and Specks are biting year-round, but the best time to target them is during the fall. Flounder fishing is on fire from October through December. These tasty flatfish are best targeted on evening gigging trips. Don’t worry, there are plenty of expert Flounder fishing guides to show you how it’s done!
 
Galveston’s nearshore fishing charters will put you on anything from Sharks, to Cobia and Mackerel. These 6-8 hour outings typically take you several miles out around artificial reefs and long-forgotten shipwrecks. Further offshore, you’ll find Galveston’s signature species, the iconic Red Snapper. Snapper fishing trips sell out fast, so make sure you find a federally licensed guide in time!
 
For anglers looking for a true adventure, there are the bluewater offshore trips. These outings typically last from 10 to 12 hours, targeting monsters like Blackfin Tuna, Ling, and huge Amberjacks. Since the action takes place as far as a 100 miles offshore, these trips usually come with a fuel surcharge.

Rules & Regulations

Unless they’re fishing from a bank or pier in one of the Texan State Parks, anglers age 17 and older need to have a license to fish in Texas. And yes, this includes angling on a fishing charter.
 
If you’re fishing for Snapper, you’ll be glad to know that the season in Texas state waters is open year-round. However, for angling in federal waters, the season is typically limited to around 60 days in June and July.
Galveston
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Based on 28384 reviews by FishingBooker anglers

Galveston Fishing Seasons

January

Weather can be cold, windy, and wet. But in between showers you will enjoy catching Sheepshead and Drum near the jetties and large Redfish and Drum in deeper water. 

February

February sees foggy mornings and large Redfish and Trout being caught over deeper ledges. Drum and Sheepshead are caught near the jetties and make for some great eating. 

March

Water temperatures increase and the fishing heats up just in time for Spring Break. It can be windy, but the back lakes and marshes provide protected waters full of smaller Redfish.

April

Speckled Trout and Redfish increase as the water heats up, with Sheepshead still a good catch and a good meal. Shark fishing gets exciting and Bull Reds and huge Black Drum appear.

May

Enjoy 80-degree temperatures and sunny skies. Trout and Redfish fishing is good, and you can also catch Bull, Hammerhead, Black Tip, Spinner, Sand Bar, and many more Sharks. 

June

Red Snapper season opens in Galveston! You can also try night time Flounder gigging for something different, or trolling nearshore for Kingfish, Cobia, and more.

July

Limiting out on Speckled Trout, heading offshore for Red Snapper, exploring the Gulf for Cobia and Mahi Mahi, and gigging for Flounder and Drum… July in Galveston has it all.

August

Warmer temperatures see bay fish head into deeper water. At the same time, Kingfish come closer to shore for some line-screaming action. Flounder gigging is heating up.

September

Daylight hours shorten and temperatures start to drop. Bull Redfish start to come into the bay in huge numbers to spawn, with 30-40 fish being caught in a day sometimes!

October

Bull Redfish and Trout are spawning, leading to incredible numbers of fish being caught in and near the bay. Flounder gigging is at its best - these trips book up fast in October.

November

Flounder gigging season closes. Weather conditions become unpredictable, but Speckled Trout and Redfish are plentiful in the back lakes and marshes.

December

Flounder gigging season reopens and this is the best time to catch a GIANT. You can also fish the back lakes and marshes for Speckled Trout and Redfish.

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What anglers said about fishing in Galveston

Not flats fishing. Be prepared for some 4 plus foot seas but the fishing was fire.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Not flats fishing. Be prepared for some 4 plus foot seas but the fishing was fire.
Early Out Fishing
Early Out Fishing
Depending on the time of the year, you will catch the species of fish that are moving. We fished the jettyโ€™s and during the 2nd week of March you can expect to catch mostly Sheep head and Black drum. You cannot keep the bigger Black drum. Sheep head are great eating though.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Depending on the time of the year, you will catch the species of fish that are moving. We fished the jettyโ€™s and during the 2nd week of March you can expect to catch mostly Sheep head and Black drum. You cannot keep the bigger Black drum. Sheep head are great eating though.
Line Check Charters
Line Check Charters
The older captains have great wisdom, but the young bucks are working hard to prove themselves. Liam, a young buck was outstanding. He got us on the fish early and often.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
The older captains have great wisdom, but the young bucks are working hard to prove themselves. Liam, a young buck was outstanding. He got us on the fish early and often.
Keepโ€™n It Reel Fishing Charter
Keepโ€™n It Reel Fishing Charter
Call Captain Rene if this is your first time ocean fishing. Heโ€™s been doing this for a long time and knows the best spots.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Call Captain Rene if this is your first time ocean fishing. Heโ€™s been doing this for a long time and knows the best spots.
Bravo Zulu Fishing Charters
Bravo Zulu Fishing Charters
The best time to catch redfish and sheep fish is during the spawning season and the best time for shark fishing is in the summer months especially July.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
The best time to catch redfish and sheep fish is during the spawning season and the best time for shark fishing is in the summer months especially July.
Big Tex Fishing Charters
Big Tex Fishing Charters
Not as diverse a set of fish from which to choose to go after versus maybe a bit later. The oneโ€™s we did go after though were plenty ready to bite.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Not as diverse a set of fish from which to choose to go after versus maybe a bit later. The oneโ€™s we did go after though were plenty ready to bite.
Line Check Charters
Line Check Charters
It was a bit chilly (61 degrees) so bring layers if youโ€™re going in March!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
It was a bit chilly (61 degrees) so bring layers if youโ€™re going in March!
Galveston Offshore
Galveston Offshore
Be ready to wait it out. We had several bites but ultimately only pulled up two VERY large Drums in four hours. Still such a cool experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Be ready to wait it out. We had several bites but ultimately only pulled up two VERY large Drums in four hours. Still such a cool experience
Galveston Offshore
Galveston Offshore
Book with Dream Catcher Charters, you can not go wrong with this charter company.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Book with Dream Catcher Charters, you can not go wrong with this charter company.
Dream Catcher Charters โ€“ The Dream Catcher
Dream Catcher Charters โ€“ The Dream Catcher Houston, TX
Try hitting summer fishing, as the fish will be more active! But anytime is a good time.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Try hitting summer fishing, as the fish will be more active! But anytime is a good time.
Nautilus Charters
Nautilus Charters
Galveston waters are great for fishing! Plus the island is a beautiful resort town. Not sure whatโ€™s prettier, the gulf at sunrise or sunset.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Galveston waters are great for fishing! Plus the island is a beautiful resort town. Not sure whatโ€™s prettier, the gulf at sunrise or sunset.
Island Fishing Guru LLC โ€“ 30' Contender
Island Fishing Guru LLC โ€“ 30' Contender
December isnโ€™t prime time but our side of coming in the wrong season we have zero complaints
Excellent
5.0 / 5
December isnโ€™t prime time but our side of coming in the wrong season we have zero complaints
Salty Rods Charters โ€“ 29'
Salty Rods Charters โ€“ 29'
Jackets and rain gear. Even though it was not rainy or windy the spray from the run out was still cold.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Jackets and rain gear. Even though it was not rainy or windy the spray from the run out was still cold.
Reel Adventures โ€“ Galveston
Reel Adventures โ€“ Galveston
In November, wear jeans and a shirt and a hoodie. If you have a water repellent jacket, that will be perfect.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
In November, wear jeans and a shirt and a hoodie. If you have a water repellent jacket, that will be perfect.
Big Tex Fishing Charters
Big Tex Fishing Charters
The water was choppy and the wind was cold but that is November. We went in the morning. The sun came out later in the day and it warmed up nicely.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
The water was choppy and the wind was cold but that is November. We went in the morning. The sun came out later in the day and it warmed up nicely.
Island Fishing Guru LLC โ€“ 30' Contender
Island Fishing Guru LLC โ€“ 30' Contender
The weather can change by the day, watch the weather forecast and bring appropriate clothes.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
The weather can change by the day, watch the weather forecast and bring appropriate clothes.
UpScale Anglers
UpScale Anglers
Captain Aaron was super helpful with instructions and recommendations on how to improve your opportunities if catching fish. All you need is a hat, sunscreen, snacks and beverages, and a fishing attitude while paying attention to the captain. You should be able to catch some redfish or trout, & perhaps some black drum.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Captain Aaron was super helpful with instructions and recommendations on how to improve your opportunities if catching fish. All you need is a hat, sunscreen, snacks and beverages, and a fishing attitude while paying attention to the captain. You should be able to catch some redfish or trout, & perhaps some black drum.
Grace Fishing Charters
Grace Fishing Charters
It truly depends on when Iโ€™m November and what the rather is doing, I recommend always checking with your Captains prior to booking. In my experience it was amazing!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
It truly depends on when Iโ€™m November and what the rather is doing, I recommend always checking with your Captains prior to booking. In my experience it was amazing!
Ocean Outlaw Fishing Charters 32'
Ocean Outlaw Fishing Charters 32'
Understand that it may be very, very cold. We wnet at this exact same time last year and it was very pleasant. This time of year it could go either way depending on the day.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Understand that it may be very, very cold. We wnet at this exact same time last year and it was very pleasant. This time of year it could go either way depending on the day.
Salty Rods Charters โ€“ 29'
Salty Rods Charters โ€“ 29'
Dramamine for first time Boaters/Anglers beginning the day before the trip is a must!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Dramamine for first time Boaters/Anglers beginning the day before the trip is a must!
Nautilus Charters
Nautilus Charters

How did anglers rate fishing charters in Galveston?

Early Out Fishing
Early Out Fishing
Fishing charter in Galveston
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(92 reviews)
We had a fabulous trip with Chris and John! The boat was really nice and clean! The weather was not very cooperative, but we canโ€™t control that part. We will definitely book with Chris again!
Kimberly  C.
Kimberly C.
SeaPlay Sportfishing โ€“ SeaPlay VI
SeaPlay Sportfishing โ€“ SeaPlay VI
Fishing charter in Galveston
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(436 reviews)
Richard was easy to talk to and knew the waters very well. Was happy to clean our catch and let us take whatever we wanted. He also gave us a nice recommendation to a restaurant that will cook your catch.
Darren  R.
Darren R.
Big Tex Fishing Charters
Big Tex Fishing Charters
Fishing charter in Galveston
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(12 reviews)
We had a great time with Captain John. We caught lots of fish and he kept everyone involved, even our young child. Would definitely go with Captain John again.
Erika  P.
Erika P.
Line Check Charters Offshore
Line Check Charters Offshore
Fishing charter in Galveston
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(18 reviews)
Great experience for our family with 3 teenage boys. Captain Mike was great and was very helpful and attentive. We would highly recommend him!
Summer  H.
Summer H.
Ocean Outlaw Fishing Charters 32'
Ocean Outlaw Fishing Charters 32'
Fishing charter in Galveston
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(84 reviews)
Fog and wind. Caught some big fish. Captain put us on fish at every place we went. Highly recommend them. Great boat and gear.
Joel  K.
Joel K.
Rod Bending Charters โ€“ 24'
Rod Bending Charters โ€“ 24'
Fishing charter in Galveston
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(304 reviews)
We had a great time. Itโ€™s the kidโ€™s first time fishing in the sea. Bill and Colin were very helpful moved to different places where we could fish well. I would recommend them to anyone! Great experience for the family
Manisha  P.
Manisha P.
Galveston Offshore
Galveston Offshore
Fishing charter in Galveston
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(793 reviews)
Captain Shannon took me and my family and I out to the jetty and it was a great experience. Caught several black drum, sheep heads, and a monster red. He worked with me like a teammate to help me land my final big fish for the day. It was fun!
Chris  M.
Chris M.
Galveston Offshore
Galveston Offshore
Fishing charter in Galveston
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(793 reviews)
We took our two small kids and had a great time. Shannon was great with our kids and we caught some great and BIG fish! Would use him again for sure!
Danny  R.
Danny R.
Early Out Fishing
Early Out Fishing
Fishing charter in Galveston
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(92 reviews)
We had a great time. Chris was very patient with my kids. Put us on some fish and was a lot of fun. Thanks for the memories
Craig  M.
Craig M.
Early Out Fishing
Early Out Fishing
Fishing charter in Galveston
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(92 reviews)
Amazing trip on a tough bite with Captain Chris and deckhand Matt. Strange weather day and had to find the fish bit when we did it was on!
Tony  G.
Tony G.
In The Zone Fishing Charters
In The Zone Fishing Charters
Fishing charter in Galveston
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(29 reviews)
The captain made it a point to make sure the kids had a great time and they did. They still canโ€™t believe they caught a shark. Great times. We will be coming back.
Hasan  M.
Hasan M.
Frisky Reds โ€“ Frisky 2
Frisky Reds โ€“ Frisky 2
Fishing charter in Galveston
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(1 review)
Had a great time with the crew, caught some large black drums, that put up a great fight. Nice comfortable boat. We went out on the 38โ€™. Steve and Chris very knowledgeable learned a lot about the bay, ecosystem! Recommend them!
Brian  H.
Brian H.
Nautilus Charters
Nautilus Charters
Fishing charter in Galveston
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(290 reviews)
Captain Matt texted me the morning before our 12:30 trip to ask if I still wanted to go as the winds and fog were in. My two boys were too excited to switch days so we stuck with it. Matt was on time and great with my two boys, 6 and 8. The water was indeed choppy but we still had a great time catching monster drum fish. I would definitely head back out on the water with Captain Matt.
Timothy  P.
Timothy P.
Gulf Coast Yakerโ€™s Beach Fishin (G)
Gulf Coast Yakerโ€™s Beach Fishin (G)
Fishing charter in Galveston
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(2 reviews)
Did a 6 hr day time shark trip. Didnโ€™t have any luck on the sharks but caught a bunch of catfish and whiting. Capt was very knowledgeable and hard working! He did everything possible to catch fish, it just wasnโ€™t our day! Would highly recommend!
Mike  R.
Mike R.
Hingle's Guide Service
Hingle's Guide Service
Fishing charter in Galveston
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(54 reviews)
We had a wonderful morning fishing, captain took care of us, will book with him again.
Eric  C.
Eric C.
Island Fishing Guru LLC โ€“ 30' Contender
Island Fishing Guru LLC โ€“ 30' Contender
Fishing charter in Galveston
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(114 reviews)
My two kids and I had a blast with Captain Rick and Yardstick. They gave us great instructions and were caught a bunch of fish. They are also so much fun to talk and hang out with. I definitely plan on booking another trip with them and would highly recommend them.
David  F.
David F.
Frisky Reds
Frisky Reds
Fishing charter in Galveston
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(60 reviews)
Although the fishing itself wasn't great due to seasonal timing, the crew was fantastic. Steve and Chris were very engaging and we learned a lot about the various fish and the optimal seasons to fish for each. They also took us out on fairly short notice, 3 days, when other charters cancelled the booking with no explanation. Looking forward to a longer offshore excursion in the future with these guys.
Payton  B.
Payton B.
Liv Fishing
Liv Fishing
Fishing charter in Galveston
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(25 reviews)
Would highly recommended Captain Anthony! He provided a fun experience for us on vacation and we caught a ton of delicious fish!
Chris  B.
Chris B.
Gulf Coast King
Gulf Coast King
Fishing charter in Galveston
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(44 reviews)
Jesse was a great guy, beautiful boat, and helped my little brother (and i) how to catch those trout. Pickins were slim that day, but he tried his best and never gave up. Will fish with Jim again.
Troy  P.
Troy P.
Bravo Zulu Fishing Charters
Bravo Zulu Fishing Charters
Fishing charter in Galveston
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(207 reviews)
We had a great time fishing with Captain Rene!! He is very experienced and professional. We will definitely book again
Greg  D.
Greg D.

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