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Steve Howard
Steve H.
El Lago, Texas
Reported 3 years ago
e were able get deep drop trip catch few golden tile and barrel fish. Seas are looking favorable for opening of snapper season and I still have few days open.
Steve Howard
Steve H. El Lago, Texas Reported 3 years ago
e were able get deep drop trip catch few golden tile and barrel fish. Seas are looking favorable for opening of snapper season and I still have few days open.
Mahi Mahi, Rockfish Fishing in Freeport, Texas
Mahi Mahi, Rockfish Fishing in Freeport, Texas
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Steve Howard
Steve H.
El Lago, Texas
Reported 3 years ago
We were able get deep drop trip catch few golden tile and barrel fish. Seas are looking favorable for opening of snapper season and I still have few days open.
Steve Howard
Steve H. El Lago, Texas Reported 3 years ago
We were able get deep drop trip catch few golden tile and barrel fish. Seas are looking favorable for opening of snapper season and I still have few days open.
Tilefish Fishing in Freeport, Texas
Tilefish Fishing in Freeport, Texas
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Brandon M.
Galveston, Texas
Reported 3 years ago
May has been a challenging month for fishing due to a lot of windy days, but we have still managed to reel in some great catches.
Blacktip sharks have been particularly active, with many being caught near the shore and around jetties. These sharks are known for their acrobatic jumps and fighting spirit, making them a popular target for sport fishermen.
Redfish have also been biting well in May, especially in the early morning and late afternoon. These fish are known for their hard fight and delicious taste, making them a popular catch. We have had success using mullet, shad...
Brandon Mcafee
Brandon M. Galveston, Texas Reported 3 years ago
May has been a challenging month for fishing due to a lot of windy days, but we have still managed to reel in some great catches.
Blacktip sharks have been particularly active, with many being caught near the shore and around jetties. These sharks are known for their acrobatic jumps and fighting spirit, making them a popular target for sport fishermen.
Redfish have also been biting well in May, especially in the early morning and late afternoon. These fish are known for their hard fight and delicious taste, making them a popular catch. We have had success using mullet, shad
and blue crabs as bait.
Gafftop sail catfish have been another common catch in May, especially in the shallow flats and at the jetties. While not as prized as redfish or sharks, gafftops can still provide plenty of fun for anglers and are known for their strong runs and head-shaking fights.
Finally, black drum have also been biting well in May, especially around oyster reefs and other structure. These fish are bottom feeders and can be caught using crab or shrimp on a bottom rig. Black drum are known for their size and strength, with some reaching over 50 pounds in weight.
Overall, May has been a mixed bag for fishing, with some great catches of blacktip sharks, redfish, gafftop sail catfish, and black drum despite the windy conditions.
Redfish Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Redfish Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Redfish Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Redfish Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Redfish Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Redfish Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Redfish Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Redfish Fishing in Galveston, Texas
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Shannon LaBauve
Shannon L.
League City, Texas
Reported 3 years ago
Trout and Redfish action have been hot on the jetty.
Shannon LaBauve
Shannon L. League City, Texas Reported 3 years ago
Trout and Redfish action have been hot on the jetty.
Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
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Mike Cacciotti
Mike C.
Deer Park, Texas
Reported 3 years ago
Lots of fresh run off. Fresh on top and salty on bottom. Fishing is still slow. I did managed to catch a good limited of trout before the rain came. The Galveston jetties still holding a few fish using live shrimp. West bay is a good place to fish the fresh water doesn’t hurt that bay. Next full moon the trout will be spawning always remember all fish spawn on a full moon. Thanks and good luck fishing.
Mike Cacciotti
Mike C. Deer Park, Texas Reported 3 years ago
Lots of fresh run off. Fresh on top and salty on bottom. Fishing is still slow. I did managed to catch a good limited of trout before the rain came. The Galveston jetties still holding a few fish using live shrimp. West bay is a good place to fish the fresh water doesn’t hurt that bay. Next full moon the trout will be spawning always remember all fish spawn on a full moon. Thanks and good luck fishing.
Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
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Justen Simpton
Justen S.
Galveston, Texas
Reported 3 years ago
Still catching nice Flounder and some Texas Slams in Galveston.
Some tasty Puppy Drum out of Baytown.
Justen Simpton
Justen S. Galveston, Texas Reported 3 years ago
Still catching nice Flounder and some Texas Slams in Galveston.
Some tasty Puppy Drum out of Baytown.
Flounder Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Flounder Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Flounder Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Flounder Fishing in Galveston, Texas
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Leb Kemp
Leb K.
Katy, Texas
Reported 3 years ago
The bite has really picked up in the last couple of weeks. Shrimp under popping cork. Top water bite is awesome early morning and throwing plastic for Flounder and Trout!
Leb Kemp
Leb K. Katy, Texas Reported 3 years ago
The bite has really picked up in the last couple of weeks. Shrimp under popping cork. Top water bite is awesome early morning and throwing plastic for Flounder and Trout!
Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
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Harry A.
Galveston, Texas
Reported 3 years ago
Galveston bay is still putting up some nice stringers. Artificial and live shrimp have been working on the speckled trout. Live shrimp have been the ticket for redfish.
Harry Arthur
Harry A. Galveston, Texas Reported 3 years ago
Galveston bay is still putting up some nice stringers. Artificial and live shrimp have been working on the speckled trout. Live shrimp have been the ticket for redfish.
Flounder, Redfish, Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
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Tanner Baggett
Tanner B.
Bayou Vista, Texas
Reported 3 years ago
Fishing is in full swing. With consistent weather, winds and water temperatures the fish have congregating in the same area of being able to locate them relatively in that same location every day. Fishing has been beyond great and will continue to get better with the consistency of these water temperatures and weather.
Tanner Baggett
Tanner B. Bayou Vista, Texas Reported 3 years ago
Fishing is in full swing. With consistent weather, winds and water temperatures the fish have congregating in the same area of being able to locate them relatively in that same location every day. Fishing has been beyond great and will continue to get better with the consistency of these water temperatures and weather.
Redfish, Sheepshead, Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Redfish, Sheepshead, Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Redfish, Sheepshead, Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Redfish, Sheepshead, Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Redfish, Sheepshead, Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Redfish, Sheepshead, Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Redfish, Sheepshead, Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Redfish, Sheepshead, Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Redfish, Sheepshead, Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Redfish, Sheepshead, Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas
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Richard Cabrera
Richard C.
Pasadena, Texas
Reported 3 years ago
Catching a few fish in between cool front for us.
Richard Cabrera
Richard C. Pasadena, Texas Reported 3 years ago
Catching a few fish in between cool front for us.
Black Drum Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Black Drum Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Black Drum Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Black Drum Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Black Drum Fishing in Galveston, Texas
Black Drum Fishing in Galveston, Texas
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Recent Christmas Bay Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Chris was a great guide. We limited on trout in first hour of fishing. Pleasure to spend time on the water with him!

    Kenny W. | June 2, 2026

    Trip: Galveston Inshore Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Jay made our fishing trip by far the best guided experience I have ever been on. We will for sure be booking another trip with him. If you are looking book a guided bay trip, I would recommend anyone to book with Jay.

    Lane B. | April 3, 2026

    Trip: Fishing Surfside/Freeport Bays

  • ★★★★★
    Cory is a great guide and a great guy, I would recommend him to anyone!

    Michael P. | January 19, 2026

    Trip: Freeport Fowl Hunts

  • ★★★★★
    First time fishing with Captain Jay and what a great trip! Probably the most fish I have ever caught on a single trip. He was extremely knowledgeable and a blast to fish with. Fished under birds and caught back to back Trout all morning that were just undersized. Jay knew we wanted keepers so we kept fishing till we got on a sand Trout honey hole. Captain Jay was kind enough to extend our trip so we could keep filling the ice chest. Thank you Cap! Look forward to our next trip with you.

    Jesse L. | November 8, 2025

    Trip: Fishing Surfside/Freeport Bays

  • ★★★★★
    Good trip

    Julio C. | November 1, 2025

    Trip: Fishing Surfside/Freeport Bays

  • ★★★★★
    Hey folks, I wanted to give a review for my time fishing with Captain Chris in Galveston West Bay. Fishing overall was tough due to some wicked calm conditions during the October Super Moon. Capt. Chris went above and beyond to put us on fish. He is truly a gifted guide, who balances fishing conditions and personalities together, a rare find indeed.

    Gordon D. | October 8, 2025

    Trip: Galveston Inshore Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Jay was awesome!!! We had a great time with Jay, he was very knowledgeable, great guy to be on the water with. Learned a lot and look forward to our next trip.

    John H. | October 1, 2025

    Trip: Fishing Surfside/Freeport Bays

  • ★★★★★
    Had a good time with captain Jay. He was very patient and friendly with my 5 year old (casting/bait/guidance) and has a great boat.

    Ryan J. | July 17, 2025

    Trip: Fishing Surfside/Freeport Bays

  • ★★★★★
    Bite was a little tough, but stayed fishing and had an enjoyable time. Will definitely schedule another trip.

    Cody C. | July 6, 2025

    Trip: Fishing Surfside/Freeport Bays

  • ★★★★★
    Great fun and caught over 10 different species using live shrimp!

    Anthony B. | July 5, 2025

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