South Padre Island Fishing Reports (December 2025)

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Fishing reports straight from our guides in South Padre Island

Michael Knox
South Padre Island, Texas
Reported: 2 years ago

Michael Knox South Padre Island, Texas Reported: 2 years ago

Fishing Report: The bay fishing has been tougher lately than past years. Catching lots of speckled trout in the 16 inch range. September 1 the regulations are supposed to go back to old regulations of 5 per person and 15 inch minimum. Early September will be a good time to come down here to South Padre and catch speckled trout on artificial plastics. Catching some redfish in deeper water on fresh cut bait. Black drum are moving up the channels and deeper water.

Redfish Fishing in South Padre Island, Texas

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Ron Marett with Lone Star Charters Tx
Port Isabel, Texas
Reported: 2 years ago

Trout bite is on!!!

Ron Marett with Lone Star Charters Tx Port Isabel, Texas Reported: 2 years ago

Trout bite is on!!!

Speckled Trout Fishing in South Padre Island, Texas

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Kevin Nicholls
South Padre Island, Texas
Reported: 2 years ago

Great Father and son Fishing for Father's Day

Kevin Nicholls South Padre Island, Texas Reported: 2 years ago

Great Father and son Fishing for Father's Day

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Heath Schley
Harlingen, Texas
Reported: 2 years ago

Trout fish has continued to be great, on live and artificial baits still seeing some big trout. We are starting to see some reds a flounder are starting to be caught as well it's been a heck of a start to this season.

Heath Schley Harlingen, Texas Reported: 2 years ago

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Arnold LaCount
Donna, Texas
Reported: 2 years ago

Fishing heating up lots of action in the spoils and jetties on fire for kings

Arnold LaCount Donna, Texas Reported: 2 years ago

Fishing heating up lots of action in the spoils and jetties on fire for kings

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Heath Schley
Harlingen, Texas
Reported: 2 years ago

Bites been really good now with high tide in the mornings it's been great

Heath Schley Harlingen, Texas Reported: 2 years ago

Bites been really good now with high tide in the mornings it's been great

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Aaron Wittreich
Brownsville, Texas
Reported: 2 years ago

Trout fishing has been on fire with live Croacker. Reds are starting to love around as well. Should be able to hit reds with gold spoons or cut bait.

Aaron Wittreich Brownsville, Texas Reported: 2 years ago

Trout fishing has been on fire with live Croacker. Reds are starting to love around as well. Should be able to hit reds with gold spoons or cut bait.

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Alfonso Sanchez
Brownsville, Texas
Reported: 2 years ago

Wade fishing out of South Padre Island has been great! Top water & soft plastics are on the menu

Alfonso Sanchez Brownsville, Texas Reported: 2 years ago

Wade fishing out of South Padre Island has been great! Top water & soft plastics are on the menu

Redfish, Speckled Trout Fishing in South Padre Island, Texas

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Todd and his crew did a great job, I really enjoyed myself and if I go out again, it will be with Todd!!!
Steve R. | December 4, 2025

Trip: 1/2 Day Fishing Adventure
★★★★★
Had a great trip with Captain Todd! Second time we have booked with him and look forward to our next trip!
Phil W. | August 20, 2025

Trip: 1/2 Day Fishing Adventure
★★★★★
Great guide, once we got going. He knew his areas and how to get the fish hooked up!!
John E. | August 2, 2025

Trip: Bottom Fishing And Jigging
★★★★★
Had a blast! Would book this again in a heartbeat. They knew wear to go and how to help us novices figure out how to fish properly.
Todd M. | June 30, 2025

Trip: 1/2 Day Fishing Adventure
★★★★★
My family of 6 (3 teens,3 adults) booked a 6 hour deep sea fishing trip with Todd and Fernando. They were very knowledgeable and so helpful considering we had zero experience with deep sea fishing and half of us were a little sea sick. My husband and I had an amazing time. Todd knew just where you take us to get the fish and if it was a miss he'd move us along to the next spot . Fernando was so hard working and helpful with myself and the kids. I never once had to bait a hook or remove a fish. He was patient with my family and thoroughly explained how to manovour the reel and exactly what to do. There was a bathroom and air conditioned room if needed. I'd definitely book again.
Karina H. | June 25, 2025

Trip: 1/2 Day Fishing Adventure
★★★★★
Great Angler - Great Captain - knows the waters and the weather and will put you on the fish.
Larry L. | June 20, 2025

Trip: Inshore: Afternoon Half Day
★★★★★
We really enjoyed our fishing charter with Arturo. The winds were hard but made for good fishing and he knew right where to go. I would recommend him for any fishing adventure.
Kelly M. | April 4, 2025

Trip: Full Or Half Day Inshore
★★★★★
We had a great time with Captain Jack! He made sure we caught fish, had fun and saw dolphins too! He provided us an evening fish so we were able to go before our vacation ended! Best guide around!
Amy M. | March 27, 2025

Trip: South Padre Island Fishing 4 Hrs
★★★★★
Another awesome Adventure with Captain Zach. Our repeat trip back was another wild success as always with some great action and superb hospitality! Cannot wait to return next season!
Joshua S. | January 17, 2025

Trip: South Padre Island Duck Hunting
★★★★★
Great trip. Mike was very professional and fun to be around. Had us on ducks right from the start, great trip.
James O. | January 2, 2025

Trip: SPI Bay Duck Hunting Trip

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