Texas Flounder Gigging Fishing Charters
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Flounder Gigging Fishing in Texas
Flounder Gigging Fishing in Texas
Flounder gigging in Texas has truly put this delicious and underrated fish back on the map. You’ll climb aboard your chosen vessel as the sun sets and the shallow inshore waters beneath you become illuminated by LED lights. Exchange your rod for a trident, and get ready to step back in time as you patrol the flats for your target. When you spot your Flounder sneakily camouflaging itself against the seafloor, all that’s left is to raise your spear, aim, and...strike!
Who can do it?
Flounder gigging may sound dramatic, but it’s relatively simple to pick up! Budding fishermen just discovering their love of the sport can have fun trying it out, as well as more hardened anglers looking for an adventure that’ll put their skills of observation and precision to the test.
This technique is also a popular choice for families. Flounder gigging trips usually take place at night on board special gigging boats fitted with illuminating lights, as the Flounder’s love of camouflage makes it difficult to spot during the day. This only adds to the excitement and primal energy that comes with hunting your prey, but make sure any little ones won’t be too spooked by the darkness first!
Where should I go?
This technique is so popular throughout the Lone Star State, you’ll find a plethora of captains all over Texas offering specialized gigging trips and charters. Generally, you do not need any experience to head out on a Flounder-gigging expedition, and the majority of charters take pride in their ability to show newcomers or “out-of-towners” how to master this Texan tradition!
North Texas
Home to the famous Galveston Bay system, this part of the state has one of the strongest reputations around when it comes to Flounder fishing. The waters here tend to get pretty muddy, which means there’s ample opportunity for Flounder to conceal themselves against the ocean floor! Sabine Lake and Matagorda Bay are also hotspots for gigging.
Central Texas
Rather than the murky, muddy waters of north Texas, here you’ll find crystal clear, shallow fishing grounds – perfect for newer anglers who want a quick education in spotting this sneaky Flatfish on the seafloor! Rockport in particular has long been a Flounder mainstay, with a plethora of warm, shallow waters that this species just loves.
South Texas
South Texas is home to the vast, intimidating Laguna Madre. Picture the world-famous flats of Florida, but on a much larger scale. Everything is bigger in Texas, after all, and these inshore fishing grounds more than prove it – as do the Flounder you’ll find!
What do I need to know?
The best time to gig is in autumn, when cooler waters mean that Flounder come flocking. However, be aware that this technique is prohibited throughout November.
Texas requires all anglers over the age of 17 to purchase a fishing license from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. This usually won’t be covered by your charter, but it’s a simple process that can be completed online.
Flounder gigging charters in Texas provide everything you need for a fun and exciting trip, including tridents or spears – and, more invaluably, plenty of encouragement and education from your captain! All that’s left is to come on down to the Lone Star State and get ready for a traditional Texan angling adventure.
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What anglers said about Flounder Gigging Fishing in Texas
What anglers said about Flounder Gigging Fishing in Texas
October is great fishing but weather patterns are unpredictable and have a great deal to do with feeding habits. Pick your dates and hope for the best.
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October is great fishing but weather patterns are unpredictable and have a great deal to do with feeding habits. Pick your dates and hope for the best.
Captain John Wood
It was awesome. We were open and honest with our captain about what we wanted to catch, and he put us on fish and made sure that my son got to see the shark that he was hoping for.
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It was awesome. We were open and honest with our captain about what we wanted to catch, and he put us on fish and made sure that my son got to see the shark that he was hoping for.
Get Hooked Charters Galveston โ 24'
Donโt expect large fish, be prepared for an average of 1 hour boat ride. Weather starts to get unpredictable in October.
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Donโt expect large fish, be prepared for an average of 1 hour boat ride. Weather starts to get unpredictable in October.
Reel Thrillz Coastal Adventures โ Nearshore
Just be prepared for inclement weather. Our weekend was supposed to be a high chance of rain, but we were blessed with no showers during our fishing excursionsโฆ2 morning and 1 night gigging. 18 hrs of fishing in 2 daysโฆ.
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Just be prepared for inclement weather. Our weekend was supposed to be a high chance of rain, but we were blessed with no showers during our fishing excursionsโฆ2 morning and 1 night gigging. 18 hrs of fishing in 2 daysโฆ.
Saltwater Experience Charters
The fishing opportunities are there,โฆ.just have to hope Mother Nature does not
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The fishing opportunities are there,โฆ.just have to hope Mother Nature does not
Meadorโs Guide Service โ Freeport
Just dress for the weather. We were expecting rain and we lucked out with a very nice day for fishing.
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Just dress for the weather. We were expecting rain and we lucked out with a very nice day for fishing.
Young Guns Guide Service โ 22' Aluminum
Take Dramamine a day before and also an hour before your trip as a precaution for seasickness. Polarized sunglasses are a must. Non slip shoes, hat, and sunscreen also must haves.
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Take Dramamine a day before and also an hour before your trip as a precaution for seasickness. Polarized sunglasses are a must. Non slip shoes, hat, and sunscreen also must haves.
SeaPlay Sportfishing โ SeaPlay VI
Arrive early. It took us a while to get through the gate at the entrance to the park/lake.
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Arrive early. It took us a while to get through the gate at the entrance to the park/lake.
Twisted Arrow Bowfishing
Get a guided fishing tour, they are very helpful baiting the hook and helping fish with knowledge. They also help clean the fish for you.
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Get a guided fishing tour, they are very helpful baiting the hook and helping fish with knowledge. They also help clean the fish for you.
Galveston Offshore
Wear a hat and polarized sunglasses. Also, use SPF 50 or higher sunscreen.
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Wear a hat and polarized sunglasses. Also, use SPF 50 or higher sunscreen.
Scale Chaser Fishing Guide
Wish all days could be like today
Just enjoy time on the water and hopefully catch fish
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Wish all days could be like today
Just enjoy time on the water and hopefully catch fish
Drift Water Charters
Go to the bathroom before you board! And be prepared to hold it for 4-5 hours. Brings water and snacks.
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Go to the bathroom before you board! And be prepared to hold it for 4-5 hours. Brings water and snacks.
Hooked Up Fishing Guide
Yes, just ensure you bring a jacket. There was a few showers that didnโt hit us, but you could have one come over you for a few minutes.
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Yes, just ensure you bring a jacket. There was a few showers that didnโt hit us, but you could have one come over you for a few minutes.
South Texas Outcast Guide Service
September, while the start of fall, will still be quite hot in South Texas -- treat it as you would any summer fishing outing.
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September, while the start of fall, will still be quite hot in South Texas -- treat it as you would any summer fishing outing.
Sea N Spots Guide Service
September is a transition month from summer to fall. Sometimes you will catch them real well, but the patterns are changing so it is no guarantee.
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September is a transition month from summer to fall. Sometimes you will catch them real well, but the patterns are changing so it is no guarantee.
First Light Fishing Charters
Look for Captain Kenny bay fishing expert an great person. It was a full moon night before and the fish were feeding all night he let us know in advance it could be slow due to that. We still went out an he got us all fish.
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Look for Captain Kenny bay fishing expert an great person. It was a full moon night before and the fish were feeding all night he let us know in advance it could be slow due to that. We still went out an he got us all fish.
Kramer Fishing Charters
Lots of sunscreen, and dont over do it, we had 4 on beck plus two captians. So 6 will be good, we just enjoyed the room with 4 of us.
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Lots of sunscreen, and dont over do it, we had 4 on beck plus two captians. So 6 will be good, we just enjoyed the room with 4 of us.
Ocean Outlaw Fishing Charters 32'
Fishing is a gamble. We were very lucky that we caught some fish, but we did catch them towards the end of our trip
We are from Washington state and when they said it was going to be warm out on the water I had no idea that it could be as hot as it was. We definitely didnโt need coats or the winter ski hat I brought ?
Make sure you bring water, snacks, and sunscreen.
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Fishing is a gamble. We were very lucky that we caught some fish, but we did catch them towards the end of our trip
We are from Washington state and when they said it was going to be warm out on the water I had no idea that it could be as hot as it was. We definitely didnโt need coats or the winter ski hat I brought ?
Make sure you bring water, snacks, and sunscreen.
Big Tex Fishing Charters
White Bass and Catfish, mostly.
Largemouth Bass are not plentiful in Grapevine Lake.
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White Bass and Catfish, mostly.
Largemouth Bass are not plentiful in Grapevine Lake.
Luck O' The Irish Fishing Guide Service
Lake Whitney is a wonderful lake to fish from. Itโs one of the biggest lakes we have fished from. It was great to hire a guide to help teach us where to fish and catch strippers on the lake.
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Lake Whitney is a wonderful lake to fish from. Itโs one of the biggest lakes we have fished from. It was great to hire a guide to help teach us where to fish and catch strippers on the lake.
Starstriper