Bodes Bay Fishing

South Padre Island, Texas
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Black Drum Fishing in Port Isabel, Texas

About Your Guide

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Walter Bode

Independent Guide 34 years of exp.
Captain Walter of South Padre Island, Texas is an expert with over 20 years of experience. Captain Walter has developed an intimate knowledge of these waters and offers productive Laguna Madre bay fishing charters at competitive rates.

If you like hooking into Redfish, Speckled Trout, Flounder, and Black Drum, the Lower Laguna Madre is an unbeatable destination for quality salt water fishing.

The blue bay waters of the Lower Laguna Madre are teeming with Redfish, Speckled Trout, and Black Drum, and Captain Walter can help you find the fish and maximize your time spent on the water regardless of skill level!

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Walter Bode

Walter Bode

Independent Guide 34 years of exp.
Captain Walter of South Padre Island, Texas is an expert with over 20 years of experience. Captain Walter has developed an intimate knowledge of these waters and offers productive Laguna Madre bay fishing charters at competitive rates.

If you like hooking into Redfish, Speckled Trout, Flounder, and Black Drum, the Lower Laguna Madre is an unbeatable destination for quality salt water fishing.

The blue bay waters of the Lower Laguna Madre are teeming with Redfish, Speckled Trout, and Black Drum, and Captain Walter can help you find the fish and maximize your time spent on the water regardless of skill level!
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Port Isabel 5-Hour - 25’ Majek

100% (9) Port Isabel, TX 1 - 6 People 5 Hours From $500
Redfish, Speckled Trout Fishing in Port Isabel, Texas
Speckled Trout Fishing in Port Isabel, Texas
Black Drum Fishing in Port Isabel, Texas
Black Drum Fishing in Port Isabel, Texas
Redfish Fishing in Port Isabel, Texas
Redfish Fishing in Port Isabel, Texas
Speckled Trout Fishing in Port Isabel, Texas
Speckled Trout Fishing in Port Isabel, Texas
Redfish Fishing in Port Isabel, Texas
Port Isabel 5-Hour Trip - 25' Majek
Redfish Fishing in Port Isabel, Texas
Redfish Fishing in Port Isabel, Texas
Redfish, Speckled Trout Fishing in Port Isabel, Texas
Redfish Fishing in Port Isabel, Texas
Speckled Trout Fishing in Port Isabel, Texas
Redfish Fishing in Port Isabel, Texas
Redfish Fishing in Port Isabel, Texas

About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore, Jetty, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

Join Captain Walter for a great day exploring the local waters! On this action-packed adventure, you can expect to reel in some Black Drum and some Bull Redfish. These two species will put up a good fight, so be prepared. Make sure you give those hamstrings a little stretch before you hit the water. You might also run into Mangrove Snappers, Sheepshead, Snook, Fluke, and Spotted Seatrout. For these trips, Captain Walter uses a 25’...

About Your Trip

Join Captain Walter for a great day exploring the local waters!

On this action-packed adventure, you can expect to reel in some Black Drum and some Bull Redfish. These two species will put up a good fight, so be prepared. Make sure you give those hamstrings a little stretch before you hit the water. You might also run into Mangrove Snappers, Sheepshead, Snook, Fluke, and Spotted Seatrout.

For these trips, Captain Walter uses a 25’ Majek Illusion boat - a spacious vessel that can accommodate up to 6 anglers.

Captain Walter will provide rods and tackle as well as drinks. You can purchase live bait for an additional fee. Other than that, make sure you bring a valid Texas Fishing License and any food and drink of your choice.

Let your mind escape from daily responsibilities and just have fun fishing with Captain Walter!
Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Jetty, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for an additional fee.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Live Bait

Live bait is provided for an additional fee.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Flexible Cancelation

The deposit for this trip is non-refundable.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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About Your Boat

Boat photo for Port Isabel 5-Hour - 25’ Majek
Boat Type
Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer
Majek Illusion
Year Built
2021
Boat Length
25'

About Your Boat

Boat Type
Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer
Majek Illusion
Year Built
2021
Boat Length
25'
Engine Manufacturer
Suzuki
Total Horsepower
250
Number of Engines
1
Additional Amenities
GPS, Fishfinder, Wireless Trolling Motor, Ice Box
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Recent Reviews of Bodes Bay Fishing

5.0
based on 9 reviews

Shawn

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Great fun. Captain Walter was great! Fish weren't biting too much, but we did catch some.

Shawn

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Great fun. Captain Walter was great! Fish weren't biting too much, but we did catch some.
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Charles

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We had a Great time fishing with Capt. Walter! You could tell he, Really, enjoys helping fisherman enjoy a good day fishing! My son is 12 and Capt. Walter helped him and my son caught the most fish between the 3 of us in our group.

Charles

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We had a Great time fishing with Capt. Walter! You could tell he, Really, enjoys helping fisherman enjoy a good day fishing! My son is 12 and Capt. Walter helped him and my son caught the most fish between the 3 of us in our group.
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Ricky

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Captain Walter provided a great trip and was extremely helpful. I would recommend him and use him again.

Ricky

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Captain Walter provided a great trip and was extremely helpful. I would recommend him and use him again.
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Anthony

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Capt Walt did a great job getting my wife and I on fish!!!! All in all a great day of Inshore fishing catching speckled trout!!!!

Anthony

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Capt Walt did a great job getting my wife and I on fish!!!! All in all a great day of Inshore fishing catching speckled trout!!!!
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Charles

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We had a great time! He put us on trout first thing. We ran out of bait, but not his fault.
He worked hard to put us on red fish, but we just didn’t find them.
My wife was thrilled at the whole experience and loved catching fish, even hard heads!

Charles

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We had a great time! He put us on trout first thing. We ran out of bait, but not his fault.
He worked hard to put us on red fish, but we just didn’t find them.
My wife was thrilled at the whole experience and loved catching fish, even hard heads!
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Allison

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Walter was amazing. I had four boys and me on the trip. The two younger boys (10) were pretty high maintenance and he was so patient and kind to them. The two older boys were less hands-on. We had a great conversation, laughed a lot. He went above and beyond for us. We even got to meet his wife who was super responsive and helpful. When we return, we will definitely take another trip....

Allison

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Walter was amazing. I had four boys and me on the trip. The two younger boys (10) were pretty high maintenance and he was so patient and kind to them. The two older boys were less hands-on. We had a great conversation, laughed a lot. He went above and beyond for us. We even got to meet his wife who was super responsive and helpful. When we return, we will definitely take another trip. A must do!
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Cory

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Captain Walter knew the spot, got us there early and we pulled in our limit. My kids caught their first fish ever and my wife caught two seagulls...thats a crazy story but Captain Walter knew exactly what to do. My favorite part was we were pulling trout up every time our hook hit the water and other guides started to notice and tried getting to where we were.

Cory

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Captain Walter knew the spot, got us there early and we pulled in our limit. My kids caught their first fish ever and my wife caught two seagulls...thats a crazy story but Captain Walter knew exactly what to do. My favorite part was we were pulling trout up every time our hook hit the water and other guides started to notice and tried getting to where we were.
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Tim

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Capt Walter was an all around good guy. Took my son and I on a fishing trip in June of 2021. Didn?t have a ton of luck (got 3 total - 2 keepers), but it?s called fishing - not killing! We had a good time. Capt Walter was patient with my son and had him fishing like a pro in no time. Hit a lot of spots and worked it hard. I wouldn?t hesitate to use...

Tim

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Capt Walter was an all around good guy. Took my son and I on a fishing trip in June of 2021. Didn?t have a ton of luck (got 3 total - 2 keepers), but it?s called fishing - not killing! We had a good time. Capt Walter was patient with my son and had him fishing like a pro in no time. Hit a lot of spots and worked it hard. I wouldn?t hesitate to use him again if we make it back to SPI in the future.
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Mark

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Amazing time, great experience. Guide new all the spots and we hit big

Mark

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Amazing time, great experience. Guide new all the spots and we hit big
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Potential Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .
January February March April May June July August September October November December
Black Drum
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Flounder
Good
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Good
Mangrove Snapper
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Not Ideal
Redfish
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Good
Good
Great
Great
Good
Good
Great
Good
Good
Not Ideal
Sheepshead
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Snook
Great
Great
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Speckled Trout
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Great
Great
Good
Good
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  • Get it while it's HOT!
  • This species is in play.
  • You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
  • Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing
Drift Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing
Sight Casting

Types of Fishing

Flats
Inshore
Jetty

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