Galveston Bay Fishing Charters

The average price for a private 4 hour Galveston Bay fishing trip is US $591, while an 8 hour private trip will cost you US $1,018 based on prices on FishingBooker.com.

Which fishing charters in Galveston Bay are good for families?

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

What are the top fish species I can catch in Galveston Bay?

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

What are the top fishing techniques in Galveston Bay?

The top 3 fishing techniques in Galveston Bay are:

What are the top types of fishing in Galveston Bay?

The top 3 types of fishing in Galveston Bay are:

Do Galveston Bay fishing charters provide rods, reels and tackle?

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

Who are the best rated captains in Galveston Bay?

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

Who are the top awarded captains in Galveston Bay?

Who are the top awarded captains in Galveston Bay?

What fishing trips are offered by fishing charters in Galveston Bay?

Some of the fishing trips offered by fishing charters in Galveston Bay are:

2-hour fishing trips – US $400
4-hour fishing trips – US $509
5-hour fishing trips – US $706
6-hour fishing trips – US $842
8-hour fishing trips – US $1,366
10-hour fishing trips – US $2,625

Fishing in Galveston Bay

If you’re looking to explore some of Texas’s most prolific waters, hop aboard one of the many Galveston Bay fishing charters. This brackish estuary is known for its incredible fishing, and these shallow waters are just what you need to unwind. With prairies and marshland all around, it’s one of the most beautiful spots on the Gulf Coast, so come and check it out for yourself.

The waters of Galveston Bay are a unique blend of fresh and saltwater, and this makes it a great habitat for a variety of marine life. You’ll be able to go after some of the most prized inshore species, including Redfish, Speckled Trout, and Flounder. The list also includes creatures like Sheepshead, Black Drum, Sharks, Jack Crevalle, Mangrove Snapper, and Croaker.

Depending on what you’re looking for, you can head out on a nice half day trip with the family, and enjoy some time relaxing on the water. But if you really want to fill your bags with delicious fish, opt for a full day trip. That will give you enough time to find the best fishing grounds and reel ‘em all in. And if you’re looking to have some unconventional fun, consider booking a Flounder gigging trip – it’s a real rush!

With the sheer size of Galveston Bay, you’ll find fishing charters in a variety of places. You can visit East Bay and head out of the Bolivar Peninsula, or opt for the prolific fishing out of Galveston Island. Texas City, Baytown, and Houston are also great spots to head out of. Just take your pick!

Rules & Regulations

In order to fish in Galveston Bay legally, everyone age 17 and above is required to have a Texas fishing license. This is the case regardless of whether you’re fishing alone or on a fishing charter.

Galveston Bay

4.8 / 5

Based on 28561 reviews by FishingBooker anglers

Galveston Bay Fishing Seasons

January

The weather in January can be fickle, but when rain isn’t in the forecast, fishing is. You can search the bay for Sheepshead, Black Drum, Redfish, and of course, Speckled Trout.

February

If you’d like to have delicious fish fillets for dinner, then Galveston Bay Snapper (aka Sheepshead) are there for the taking, as are Redfish and Speckled Trout.

March

As the skies are becoming friendlier, the fish are biting more and more. Live shrimp works well for Speckled Trout, and Black Drum in all sizes are abundant this time of the year.

April

The waters are getting warmer, which means that the Speckled Trout spawning season is upon us. There’s plenty of Redfish and Sheepshead to chase, as well.

May

Speckled Trout are all the craze this month thanks to their consistent bite. Casting your line around shores and reefs is your best chance for catching bigger fish.

June

It’s getting quite hot on the water in June, so fishing action can be spotty. Thankfully, Speckled Trout and Redfish are still active, and you can also reel in a Shark here and there.

July

July is here and so is first-class fishing on Galveston Bay. Look for big Speckled Trout around underwater structures, and you can also hook Redfish and Sheepshead.

August

Speckled Trout is the star in the beginning of August, but toward the end of the month Bull Redfish are in the cards as they start spawning. Catch and release is recommended.

September

You can smell fall in the air and you can see it because the fish in the bay are starting to migrate toward the back of the bay. Redfish, Speckled Trout, and many more are in the cards.

October

In October, jetties are the place to be if you want to land your share of Redfish and Speckled Trout. You could also find a Flounder at the end of your line.

November

The Flounder season begins in November, so if they’re your prey of choice, this is the month to visit the bay. Reds and Specks are biting left and right as well.

December

Just because it’s December, doesn’t mean the fun on the bay has to stop. On the contrary, fishing for Flounder is excellent, while Speckled Trout and Redfish aren’t far behind either.

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What anglers said about fishing in Galveston Bay

I don't think it was the best time of year for the atea but we had fun and caught fish.

5.0 / 5

I don't think it was the best time of year for the atea but we had fun and caught fish.

Big Tex Fishing Charters

Get your fishing license several days in advance. Can take a couple of hours if there are people ahead of you in line.

5.0 / 5

Get your fishing license several days in advance. Can take a couple of hours if there are people ahead of you in line.

SeaPlay Sportfishing – SeaPlay VI

Lots of variety of fish make sure you got your red fish tag if you get a great catch

5.0 / 5

Lots of variety of fish make sure you got your red fish tag if you get a great catch

Scouts Out Fishing Charters

Expect to get a little wet and a little dirty with fish and bait slime and water.

5.0 / 5

Expect to get a little wet and a little dirty with fish and bait slime and water.

Nautilus Charters

Understand the time of year your are fishing and set your expectations appropriately. Communicate with the captain in advance of cooking to get fishing reports and ask the types of fish that are being caught and how many. We did these things and the trip turned out as expected.

5.0 / 5

Early Out Fishing

Don’t hesitate it was worth it captain Mike definitely knows his stuff on the water highly recommend using him definitely would dress warm. I was remember you can take clothes off you can’t put clothes on if you don’t have them it was chilly. That was one thing I wish my son would have done was dress a little warmer lol other than that great time great memories

5.0 / 5

Corks and Croakers – Galveston Bay

Just check the wind speed. We went out on a pretty windy day and we still caught some but im sure it's much nicer out there when the wind is calm

5.0 / 5

Just check the wind speed. We went out on a pretty windy day and we still caught some but im sure it's much nicer out there when the wind is calm

Keep’n It Reel Fishing Charter

Fish are always biting in Galveston somewhere! March can get windy but you will find fish wherever you go

5.0 / 5

Fish are always biting in Galveston somewhere! March can get windy but you will find fish wherever you go

Get the Net Fishing Charters

Pay attention to the weather. You want to monitor the rain and wind as much as possible. It will determine how good your first experience turns out.

4.7 / 5

Pay attention to the weather. You want to monitor the rain and wind as much as possible. It will determine how good your first experience turns out.

Liv Fishing

I know you can never do anything about the weather but if you have a trip with wind forecasted be prepared you may not have a great experience and may not catch fish. But as I have always heard and I say, that is why they call it fishing and not catching.

5.0 / 5

Reel Adventures – Galveston

Galveston gets busy on the weekends. Allow for travel time to get to your pickup location. The weather and water conditions change daily so prepare for that clothing and time wise. Maybe allow for some flexibility in your schedule if time, conditions, and your captain allow for it. Stay in touch with your Captain pre trip.

5.0 / 5

Reel Adventures – Galveston

Listen to Capt. Bubba, he knows his stuff! And, if you listen, you will catch a bunch! Very attentive and helping you with bait immediately to get your pole back in the water. We weren’t professionals and it was nice to have help but not make you feel incompetent.

5.0 / 5

Salty Rods Charters – 29'

Totally recommend Line Check Charters & Captain Eric! He got us on fish quickly & was lots of fun!

5.0 / 5

Totally recommend Line Check Charters & Captain Eric! He got us on fish quickly & was lots of fun!

Line Check Charters

Not flats fishing. Be prepared for some 4 plus foot seas but the fishing was fire.

5.0 / 5

Not flats fishing. Be prepared for some 4 plus foot seas but the fishing was fire.

Early Out Fishing

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.

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.

Keep’n It Reel Fishing Charter

Depending on the time of the year, you will catch the species of fish that are moving. We fished the jetty’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.

5.0 / 5

Line Check Charters

Not as diverse a set of fish from which to choose to go after versus maybe a bit later. The one’s we did go after though were plenty ready to bite.

5.0 / 5

Not as diverse a set of fish from which to choose to go after versus maybe a bit later. The one’s we did go after though were plenty ready to bite.

Line Check 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.

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

Call Captain Rene if this is your first time ocean fishing. He’s been doing this for a long time and knows the best spots.

5.0 / 5

Call Captain Rene if this is your first time ocean fishing. He’s been doing this for a long time and knows the best spots.

Bravo Zulu Fishing Charters

It was a bit chilly (61 degrees) so bring layers if you’re going in March!

5.0 / 5

It was a bit chilly (61 degrees) so bring layers if you’re going in March!

Galveston Offshore

How did anglers rate fishing charters in Galveston Bay?

Nautilus Charters
Fishing charter in Galveston

5.0 / 5

(302 reviews)

Captain Matt was very personable and professional. Handled all fishing needs and wasn’t 5 minutes before we were reeling in fish which lasted until we left. Great time and the captain was a really good guy. Recommend nautilus charters to whoever wants a good fishing adventure.

STEVE S.

SeaPlay Sportfishing – SeaPlay VI
Fishing charter in Galveston

5.0 / 5

(443 reviews)

Fishing was good all day. Caught fish at every spot. Hooked up a 35 inch red. With expertise of captain richard put it in the boat.

Bradly M.

Galveston Offshore
Fishing charter in Galveston

5.0 / 5

(815 reviews)

Wow...what a trip!! From start to finish, the trip more than met our expectations! The captain knew right where the fish were biting. Captain Shannon was knowledgeable and accommodating. I highly recommend!!

Michelle T.

Galveston Offshore
Fishing charter in Galveston

5.0 / 5

(815 reviews)

Captain Shannon was awesome to hang out with and catch fish!! He got on fish right away and when they weren’t biting would change locations and get us right back the fish.

Cody G.

Big Tex Fishing Charters
Fishing charter in Galveston

5.0 / 5

(22 reviews)

We had a wonderful time on our trip. Our captain worked hard to get us to lots of different areas with different species to catch. Very respectful, patient, and kind with our boys, too!

Jessica D.

One More Cast Fishing Charters, LLC
Fishing charter in Galveston

5.0 / 5

(4 reviews)

Awesome experience, great getaway from the family on our family getaway. Puts you on the fish!

Ray D.

Big Tex Fishing Charters
Fishing charter in Galveston

5.0 / 5

(22 reviews)

Had a great time out fishing with Capt. John! He was very knowledgeable and his boat and equipment were top notch. John had us on fish from the first cast and we were able to go home with plenty to eat! Would highly recommended booking with Big Tex Charters!

Michael F.

Reel Smooth Guide Service
Fishing charter in Galveston

5.0 / 5

(108 reviews)

Wasn’t ideal conditions but we were in it to learn new techniques and for the experience. We caught fish and learned a lot. The captain was so great! We plan to book with him again.

Mindy J.

Galveston Offshore
Fishing charter in Galveston

5.0 / 5

(815 reviews)

This was my first fishing charter, Shannon was super easy to get along with and listen to. We limited out on Black Drums and were able to take filets home! Looking to book another charter during a later season for deeper water! Highly recommend. He also steered us to Hulu Huli Hut which will cook your catch too!

Mikhaila T.

UpScale Anglers
Fishing charter in Galveston

5.0 / 5

(94 reviews)

Great captain will definitely make sure you get the fish you want. The mate (sorry I can’t remember her name) is great as well and knows how to fish. I would definitely recommend fishing this charter if you live in Texas or just visiting.

James P.

Reel Adventures – Galveston
Fishing charter in Galveston

5.0 / 5

(50 reviews)

I have been out fishing with many guides. I would rank this in the top 5 of my 60 years of fishing. 26 black drum,3 nice trout, one sheepshead, and as many missed as caught. Cory was knowledgeable, knew where to fish, and made for a great day. Will see him again soon and hope you will too.

Lonnie D.

Reel Adventures – Galveston
Fishing charter in Galveston

5.0 / 5

(50 reviews)

Go and book him as soon as you can , unless I’m fishing that weekend then y’all go home.

David T.

Frisky Reds
Fishing charter in Galveston

5.0 / 5

(64 reviews)

We've been out twice now with Frisky Reds and always have a successful and enjoyable time! The boat, Captain, & Crew are all top-notch! We'll be going back again to Frisky Reds!

Michael S.

Galveston Offshore
Fishing charter in Galveston

4.3 / 5

(815 reviews)

Captain Shannon is very good with helping out the people that are not experienced fishermen!

Miles C.

Bravo Zulu Fishing Charters
Fishing charter in Galveston

5.0 / 5

(211 reviews)

Captain Garcia put us on fish, kept the trip safe and was a joy to be around.

Jordan I.

Reel Adventures – Galveston
Fishing charter in Galveston

5.0 / 5

(50 reviews)

Corey got us on the fish both days and we had the pleasure of listening to tons of fish stories. Great captain that I’d recommend to anyone looking to have a good time!

Cole T.

Tommyboys Charter Services
Fishing charter in Galveston

5.0 / 5

(93 reviews)

The caption is awesome. had a great time had some laughs caught some fish. Will be back again!

Steven B.

Reel Adventures – Galveston
Fishing charter in Galveston

5.0 / 5

(50 reviews)

Had an awesome time fishing! Corey's knowledge and communication was outstanding from setup to delivery to completion. Hearing Fish Tales while making Fish Tales and memories was worth it. Can't recommend enough. Can't comment any more, have to prep these filets for chowing down on.

Dean K.

Galveston Charter Fishing
Fishing charter in Galveston

5.0 / 5

(12 reviews)

Captain Chris did everything he could possibly do to put us on fish the entire trip. We will definitely be using Smoke n reels fishing charters in the future..

Rios E.

Crystal Beach Fishing # 1
Fishing charter in Bolivar Peninsula

5.0 / 5

(35 reviews)

We had such a fabulous day with Captain Ronnie! He is friendly and knowledgeable! We caught our limit on trout and made a number of stops chasing reds and catching flounder and black drum. Should your travels bring you to Crystal Beach I highly recommend you book with Captain Ronnie!!