Texas Gulf Coast Fishing

The Gulf is
Calling.

Your guide to the best fishing spots, species, and secrets along the Texas Gulf Coast.

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Top Spots

Best Fishing Spots on the Texas Gulf

From Galveston to South Padre, the Texas Gulf Coast has world-class fishing year round. Here are the spots that consistently produce.

Galveston Bay

One of the most productive estuaries in the US. Redfish, speckled trout, and flounder year round.

Sabine Lake

Texas-Louisiana border gem. Known for massive redfish and excellent speckled trout runs in fall.

Matagorda Bay

Remote, less pressured, and full of trophy trout. Best wade fishing on the entire coast.

Corpus Christi Bay

Access to the Laguna Madre and offshore Gulf. Kingfish, mahi, and snapper offshore.

South Padre Island

Southern tip of Texas. Tarpon, snook, and world-class surf fishing along the barrier island.

Fish Guide

What's Biting

The Texas Gulf Coast has year-round action. Here's what to target and when.

Redfish

Year Round

Best in shallow flats. Cut mullet or live shrimp on the bottom.

Speckled Trout

Fall & Winter

Topwater lures at dawn. Peak action October through January.

Flounder

Fall Run

Gigging at night or live bait on bottom near passes.

Kingfish

Spring & Fall

Offshore trolling. Ribbonfish and live pogies work best.

Tarpon

Summer

South Texas passes in June-August. Live crabs near jetties.

Snapper

Year Round

Deep water structure offshore. Cut bait or jigs 60-120ft.

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