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June
Red Snapper season opens – head out to federal waters and bag your personal best. Bottom fishing and battling Wahoo, Yellowfin Tuna, and Mahi Mahi is a must.

Fresh Fishing Reports from Port Isabel

Spotted Trout and Reds Abound on South P
Spotted Trout and Reds Abound on South P
June 18, 2025
The flats and mangrove-lined shorelines of South Padre Island are ideal for targeting speckled trout and redfish, with the fish often holding in pockets of deeper water adjacent to the shallows; anglers should focus on working live bait or slow-sinking artificial lures along the edges of these areas to draw strikes. Tim and their crew, welcome aboard with Today We Fish Charter and Adventures, your premier fishing guide service here on the Texas Gulf Coast. We set out from South Padre Island at 7:00 AM on a beautiful June morning, with clear conditions throughout the day. The flats and mangrove-lined shorelines of South Padre Island are ideal for targeting speckled trout and redfish, with the fish often holding in pockets of deeper water adjacent to the shallows; anglers should focus on working live bait or slow-sinking artificial lures along the edges of these areas to draw strikes. Our plan for the day was to utilize live bait fishing, surf fishing, and casting lures to target the abundant Spotted trout in the area. Throughout the trip, we were able to land several Spotted trout, with the largest measuring in at 18 inches. These feisty fish put up a great fight and are excellent table fare, making them a prime target for anglers visiting the South Padre Island region. While we didn't stick a trophy on this run, every cast and minute on the water was worth it. The opportunity to experience the incredible fishing that South Padre Island has to offer is one that I would highly recommend to any angler. If you're looking to book your own unforgettable fishing adventure, I'd be more than happy to discuss our (PM) Fishing Trip 5 Hours package with you. With Today We Fish Charter and Adventures, you'll enjoy the best experience the Texas Gulf Coast has to offer. Give me a call, and let's get you out on the water for your next great fishing trip.
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What anglers said about fishing in Port Isabel

Plenty of options between the bay and the gulf. We hit the Snapper during the spawn which made fishing challenging but we still had plenty of action.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Plenty of options between the bay and the gulf. We hit the Snapper during the spawn which made fishing challenging but we still had plenty of action.
Capt Josh’s Offshore Charters
Capt Josh’s Offshore Charters
Go out with Capt Cliff. I had a great experience, laid back, professional, catching fish! That's what it's all about.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Go out with Capt Cliff. I had a great experience, laid back, professional, catching fish! That's what it's all about.
Crystal Flats Guide Service CAPT CLIFF
Crystal Flats Guide Service CAPT CLIFF
Charter a fishing trip for a good day on the water with family and friends.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Charter a fishing trip for a good day on the water with family and friends.
Capt Josh’s Offshore Charters
Capt Josh’s Offshore Charters
I would recommend they get with Ruben he is the man to get you on the fish
Excellent
5.0 / 5
I would recommend they get with Ruben he is the man to get you on the fish
Reel Off Charters
Reel Off Charters
Book Caption Josh he is the most experienced and caring Captain Ive ever booked. Especially with an inexperienced group.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Book Caption Josh he is the most experienced and caring Captain Ive ever booked. Especially with an inexperienced group.
Capt Josh’s Offshore Charters
Capt Josh’s Offshore Charters
Capitán Rolando will steer you to the best fishing. He is very familiar with the top fishing that is available offshore and in the bay.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Capitán Rolando will steer you to the best fishing. He is very familiar with the top fishing that is available offshore and in the bay.
Rolo's Fishing Adventures
Rolo's Fishing Adventures
Awesome fishing - we only went 9 miles offshore but spent all day pulling in red snappers!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Awesome fishing - we only went 9 miles offshore but spent all day pulling in red snappers!
Capt Josh’s Offshore Charters
Capt Josh’s Offshore Charters
The guide is very friendly and good for first timers, especially inquisitive teens.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
The guide is very friendly and good for first timers, especially inquisitive teens.
Reel Off Charters
Reel Off Charters
Go to enjoy being out on the water in nature. Fishing can be hit or miss. Just relax and enjoy.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Go to enjoy being out on the water in nature. Fishing can be hit or miss. Just relax and enjoy.
South Water Charters
South Water Charters
Just like fishing on the lake you're gonna have good days and bad days. That's just life, if you don't catch anything don't blame your captain. We happened to luck out and catch a good amount of fish and a few things we couldn't keep. It was amazing to catch different types of saltwater spices.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Just like fishing on the lake you're gonna have good days and bad days. That's just life, if you don't catch anything don't blame your captain. We happened to luck out and catch a good amount of fish and a few things we couldn't keep. It was amazing to catch different types of saltwater spices.
South Water Charters
South Water Charters
I recommend booking an experienced guide that knows what they are doing. Their experience will facilitate the catch.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
I recommend booking an experienced guide that knows what they are doing. Their experience will facilitate the catch.
Capt Josh’s Offshore Charters
Capt Josh’s Offshore Charters
Make sure you take something for sea sickness regardless if you ever been seasick or not and dress appropriately for the sun with sunblock
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Make sure you take something for sea sickness regardless if you ever been seasick or not and dress appropriately for the sun with sunblock
Capt Josh’s Offshore Charters
Capt Josh’s Offshore Charters
Fishing is a little tough right now in the bay, but it’s still a lot of fun!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Fishing is a little tough right now in the bay, but it’s still a lot of fun!
Reel Off Charters
Reel Off Charters
This was our first time here. And it’s January, so I know it’s not prime time. But the fishing Josh put us on kept our heads on a swivel! I will be coming back during peak season to troll for bigger fish : ) Josh knows his Sh@!, trust his process.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
This was our first time here. And it’s January, so I know it’s not prime time. But the fishing Josh put us on kept our heads on a swivel! I will be coming back during peak season to troll for bigger fish : ) Josh knows his Sh@!, trust his process.
Capt Josh’s Offshore Charters
Capt Josh’s Offshore Charters
The bay is extremely shallow. I was surprised to find that we were only fishing in two to three feet of water. Spent a lot of time looking for schools of fish.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
The bay is extremely shallow. I was surprised to find that we were only fishing in two to three feet of water. Spent a lot of time looking for schools of fish.
Bodes Bay Fishing
Bodes Bay Fishing
If you're going to go fishing in the lower Laguna Madre, I highly recommend Capt. Ryan Falls. We had an awesome experience with him.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
If you're going to go fishing in the lower Laguna Madre, I highly recommend Capt. Ryan Falls. We had an awesome experience with him.
South Padre Outfitters – Ryan Falls
South Padre Outfitters – Ryan Falls
August is the time for fishing here. The TIFT tournament stirs up a buzz, and the fish are beautiful. Live croaker gets eaten up.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
August is the time for fishing here. The TIFT tournament stirs up a buzz, and the fish are beautiful. Live croaker gets eaten up.
Down South Fishing Charters
Down South Fishing Charters Niederwald, TX
No more than 5 to 8 hours for first trip. Then, consider longer trip next time out.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
No more than 5 to 8 hours for first trip. Then, consider longer trip next time out.
Capt Josh’s Offshore Charters
Capt Josh’s Offshore Charters League City, TX
Go in the morning, cover up and drink lots of water. Also, bring a light lunch.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Go in the morning, cover up and drink lots of water. Also, bring a light lunch.
Reel Off Charters
Reel Off Charters San Antonio, TX
Offshore is so so this time of year. Have to settle mostly for Red Snapper.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Offshore is so so this time of year. Have to settle mostly for Red Snapper.
Capt Josh’s Offshore Charters
Capt Josh’s Offshore Charters San Antonio, TX