Matagorda Bay Fishing Reports (December 2025)

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Fishing reports straight from our guides in Matagorda Bay

Cheryl Ashcraft with Salty Rod Fishing Charters
Galveston, Texas
Reported: 2 years ago

March is one of my favorite months to fish! So far we’ve been catching reds, sheepshead, pup drum, black drum, sting ray & a couple gafftop.

Cheryl Ashcraft with Salty Rod Fishing Charters Galveston, Texas Reported: 2 years ago

March is one of my favorite months to fish! So far we’ve been catching reds, sheepshead, pup drum, black drum, sting ray & a couple gafftop.

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James Hinton
Rockport, Texas
Reported: 2 years ago

This was yesterday, 2 limits reds and 2 limits black drum !!!

James Hinton Rockport, Texas Reported: 2 years ago

This was yesterday, 2 limits reds and 2 limits black drum !!!

Black Drum, Redfish Fishing in Rockport, Texas

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David Rappelet
Livingston, Texas
Reported: 2 years ago

Plenty of fish to be caught. The red fish run has started early this year. A lot of bull reds running our area.

David Rappelet Livingston, Texas Reported: 2 years ago

Plenty of fish to be caught. The red fish run has started early this year. A lot of bull reds running our area.

Black Drum, Redfish, Sheepshead Fishing in Houston, Texas

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David Rappelet
Livingston, Texas
Reported: 2 years ago

First two boat trip on the books. Found the fish and limited out in 2hours. All reds were over sized couldnt catch a slot this trip but my return client finally got his red this trip.

David Rappelet Livingston, Texas Reported: 2 years ago

First two boat trip on the books. Found the fish and limited out in 2hours. All reds were over sized couldnt catch a slot this trip but my return client finally got his red this trip.

Redfish, Sheepshead Fishing in Houston, Texas

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Harry Arthur
Galveston, Texas
Reported: 2 years ago

Harry Arthur Galveston, Texas Reported: 2 years ago

Last few trips have been mostly catch and release trips. Did not take a lot of pictures. Most days we are finding a good bite using artificial lures from the boat. Some days it takes time for the bite to materialize. Recent weather patterns are indicating an early spring. Water temperature have already reached mid 70 degrees. The shad spawn has already begun. So we will be using smaller baits to get our bites for the next 30days or so. Popping cork and shrimp will also become an effective method for catching fish.

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Harry Arthur
Galveston, Texas
Reported: 2 years ago

Harry Arthur Galveston, Texas Reported: 2 years ago

Last few trips have been mostly catch and release trips. Did not take a lot of pictures. Most days we are finding a goo bite artificial lures from the boat. Some days it takes time for the bite to materialize. Recent weather patterns are indicating an early spring. Water temperature have already reached mid 70 degrees. The shad spawn has already begun. So we will be using smaller baits to get our bites for the next 30days or so. Popping cork and shrimp will also become an effective method for catching fish.

Speckled Trout Fishing in Galveston, Texas

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Stan Sloan
Richmond, Texas
Reported: 2 years ago

Fishing in the fog this morning.

Stan Sloan Richmond, Texas Reported: 2 years ago

Fishing in the fog this morning.

Speckled Trout Fishing in Matagorda, Texas

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Mike Short with Get Hooked Charters Galveston
Galveston, Texas
Reported: 2 years ago

Sheepshead season in full swing! Catching these "bay snappers" mostly on live shrimp and as we get to late February into March and April these fish will be bigger and even more plentiful

Mike Short with Get Hooked Charters Galveston Galveston, Texas Reported: 2 years ago

Sheepshead season in full swing! Catching these "bay snappers" mostly on live shrimp and as we get to late February into March and April these fish will be bigger and even more plentiful

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★★★★★
Amazing experience! Jeff was beyond great! My kids and I will definitely book with him again.
Marisa M. | July 6, 2025

Trip: Matagorda E/W Bay Half Day
★★★★★
Rick was awesome, limited out in trout!!
Carl P. | July 3, 2025

Trip: Port O'Connor "Texas Triple"
★★★★★
Awesome experience! Caught around 10 gar, he really knows what he’s doing. Super chill and professional. I’ll definitely book with him again!
Mateo C. | June 22, 2025

Trip: Alligator Gar On Rod & Reel
★★★★★
Mark was a great guide. I’ve been on many charters but Mark definitely took things to a whole new level. He made sure we caught a fish and helped us the entire catch. Mark is very knowledgeable in his craft and I’ll definitely be returning to him in the near future.
Ric L. | June 17, 2025

Trip: Alligator Gar On Rod & Reel
★★★★★
We enjoyed the trip with Jeff and crew. His communication was on point and the trip was of the highest quality. Thank s Captain Jeff!!
Stefan C. | June 3, 2025

Trip: Matagorda E/W Bay Half Day
★★★★★
John is a great guide!! Put my daughter and grandkids on reds immediately. John patiently guided them to catching keeper fish. Many memories……..thanks John!!!
Brooks M. | May 10, 2025

Trip: POC Bay And Jetty Fishing
★★★★★
Captain John, put us on fish even though a cold front moved through the night before and wind was screaming from the north east. Had a blast. Look forward to booking a trip with him again in the fall
Mark B. | May 5, 2025

Trip: POC Bay And Jetty Fishing
★★★★★
Highly recommend Ron. Great captain, very knowledgeable. Took the time to work with me on my casting. I had a great day fishing!
Leslie B. | April 12, 2025

Trip: Matagorda Bay Fly Fishing
★★★★★
Amazing guide, saw thousands of birds and Rick was super nice!
Jacob M. | January 7, 2025

Trip: POC Duck Hunts
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Best guided hunt I’ve been on. Brandon will get you on the birds. Dam good guide , looking forward to another trip with Brandon.
Jonathan S. | November 16, 2024

Trip: Matagorda Bay Duck Trip