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April 18, 2026 South Padre Island 3 photos
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Redfish
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout

Trip Summary

Wind is the norm this time of the year. Our best fishing days are on the windiest time. These guys did well in 30mph winds.
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Aaron Cisneros
South-padre-island, Texas, United States
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Spend the day with Tightlines Charters and see what's biting in South Padre Island! Your guide for the day is Captain Aaron, which means you'll tap into their sportfishing experience. Depending on the time of year, you might hook into Redfish, S...

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