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Everything to Know About Booking an East Matagorda Bay live bait fishing charter

What are the best live bait fishing charters in East Matagorda Bay?

The best live bait fishing charters in East Matagorda Bay are:

Why should I book a live bait fishing charter in East Matagorda Bay with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 3 live bait fishing trips in East Matagorda Bay, and the most popular trips in the area are Wade fishing guided by Reyes, Matagorda Fishing Adventures guided by Chad, and Matagorda E/W Bay Half Day guided by Jeff.

Our guides in East Matagorda Bay are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 3818 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.

Looking for kid friendly live bait fishing guides / fishing lessons in East Matagorda Bay? Check out our beginner and family friendly live bait fishing guides in East Matagorda Bay.

What types of live bait fishing charters are common in East Matagorda Bay?

Inshore fishing is the most popular type of fishing for live bait fishing in East Matagorda Bay as well as jetty fishing, flats fishing, and river fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for live bait fishing in East Matagorda Bay are: 1. flounder, 2. redfish, 3. speckled trout, and 4. black drum.

How much do East Matagorda Bay live bait fishing charters cost?

Prices for live bait fishing in East Matagorda Bay can range anywhere from about $500 to $1,500, but the average price for a half day trip for live bait fishing in East Matagorda Bay is $938. The average price for a full day trip for live bait fishing in East Matagorda Bay is $998.

Is booking a fishing guide worth the money?

Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a fishing guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.

Working with experienced fishing guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is on the water every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of success.

Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.

Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.

What month is best for on a live bait fishing charter in East Matagorda Bay?

The most popular season to go on a live bait fishing charter in East Matagorda Bay is spring, and most anglers book their trips 21 days in advance.

Do I need a East Matagorda Bay fishing license and what are the bag limits in East Matagorda Bay?

See here for more information on fishing licenses in East Matagorda Bay, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in East Matagorda Bay. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in East Matagorda Bay.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Capt. Jeff put us on some fish!! Took us to a few places that each produced. I’d definitely go fishing with Jeff in the future.

    Saul M. | October 28, 2024

    Trip: Matagorda E/W Bay Half Day

  • ★★★★★
    Amazing experience! Captain Chad drove 50 miles to the next city just so we’d have good live bait for our trip. With that being said we caught 40 fish and 20 keepers. Even managed to get on some Reds in late January weather. We will definitely be booking another trip with Captain “Chappy”. If you’re looking to catch fish in a relaxed setting with someone who knows there stuff, look No Further.

    Chris R. | January 27, 2022

    Trip: Matagorda Fishing Adventures

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