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South Padre Morning Bay Trip: Speckled T
South Padre Morning Bay Trip: Speckled T
November 2, 2025
Megan and family headed out for our fall morning trip with partly cloudy skies and the possibility of storms rolling in later. The early morning conditions looked promising as we launched from South Padre Island for our half-day bay fishing adventure with Today We Fish Charter and Adventures. We focused on drift fishing and bottom fishing techniques, with some trolling mixed in to cover more water. They managed to land a solid speckled trout and a 25” drum during our session. South Padre Island's bay system works well for these techniques because of the varied structure and current patterns that hold fish consistently. We wrapped up the morning run with good action and plenty of time before any weather moved in. If you're looking to get on the water around South Padre Island, our 1/2 Day Morning Bay Fishing Trip with Today We Fish Charter and Adventures offers the perfect opportunity to target speckled trout and other bay species. We use proven techniques like drift fishing, bottom fishing, and trolling to maximize your chances of success in these productive waters. The morning trips work especially well during fall months when the fishing picks up and weather patterns are more predictable. Whether you're new to bay fishing or an experienced angler, we'll put you on fish using the methods that work best for South Padre Island's unique bay system. Book your trip with us and experience why our morning bay fishing adventures consistently produce results in these waters.
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What anglers said about fishing in Port Isabel

Skylar is a great choice. He has a great boat with a restroom. Very comfortable whether you're fishing or just soaking up the ocean vibe!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Skylar is a great choice. He has a great boat with a restroom. Very comfortable whether you're fishing or just soaking up the ocean vibe!
South Water Charters
South Water Charters
Don’t get your hopes to high! This is not just about skills, is luck an patience. Enjoy the experience, the ride and the views
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Don’t get your hopes to high! This is not just about skills, is luck an patience. Enjoy the experience, the ride and the views
Reel Therapy Charter Service
Reel Therapy Charter Service
The weather for our trip could not have been better. Cooler in the morning (mid/high 70’s) with a decent breeze to keep the heat at bay.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
The weather for our trip could not have been better. Cooler in the morning (mid/high 70’s) with a decent breeze to keep the heat at bay.
Today We Fish  – South Padre Island
Today We Fish – South Padre Island
Ask questions to the captain. For my son we asked if he had a life jacket and he provided one and he had a huge ice chest on board for any you need to keep cool. Separate from the fish which was nice and sanitary.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Ask questions to the captain. For my son we asked if he had a life jacket and he provided one and he had a huge ice chest on board for any you need to keep cool. Separate from the fish which was nice and sanitary.
Today We Fish  – South Padre Island
Today We Fish – South Padre Island
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