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Inshore, Flats Fishing in Bolivar Peninsula

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Texas City Jetties

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Texas City On Light Tackle

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Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty in Galveston

4 Hour Jetty/Inshore

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4 Hour Jetty/Inshore With Chef

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Half Day Bay/Jetty Light Tackle PM

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One Person 4Hr PM Jetty Fishing

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Everything to Know About Booking a Galveston Bay bottom fishing charter

What are the best bottom fishing charters in Galveston Bay?

The best bottom fishing charters in Galveston Bay are:

Why should I book a bottom fishing charter in Galveston Bay with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 46 bottom fishing trips in Galveston Bay, and the most popular trips in the area are East Galveston Bay Inshore guided by Chris, Bay And Jetty Trips guided by Cody, and Texas City Jetties guided by Vincent.

Our guides in Galveston Bay are rated a 4.92 out of 5 based on 8866 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 bottom fishing guides / fishing lessons in Galveston Bay? Check out our beginner and family friendly bottom fishing guides in Galveston Bay.

What types of bottom fishing charters are common in Galveston Bay?

Inshore fishing is the most popular type of fishing for bottom fishing in Galveston Bay as well as jetty fishing, nearshore fishing, and flats fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for bottom fishing in Galveston Bay are: 1. redfish, 2. black drum, 3. flounder, 4. speckled trout, and 5. sheepshead.

How much do Galveston Bay bottom fishing charters cost?

Prices for bottom fishing in Galveston Bay can range anywhere from about $626 to $2,388, but the average price for a half day trip for bottom fishing in Galveston Bay is $1,117. The average price for a full day trip for bottom fishing in Galveston Bay is $1,601.

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 bottom fishing charter in Galveston Bay?

The most popular season to go on a bottom fishing charter in Galveston Bay is summer, and most anglers book their trips 26 days in advance.

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

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great trip with Cptn. Brando. We went inshore / bay fishing for my son’s 21st birthday and took one of his friends who had only been fresh water / pond fishing for a a little over a month. We all had fun and caught a variety of fish.

    Waylon W. | August 4, 2026

    Trip: Galveston Bay Fishing Redfish,Trout

  • ★★★★★
    Izzy was great. My son was in on leave from the Marine Corps and was staying in Kingwood. He overslept and couldn’t make it down in time for the 6:30am shove off. I explain to Capt Izzy that it would probably be just me and he said, if my son was still wanting to go, then, we could go out in the bay for a bit and swing by to pick him up when he gets down there. That was a class act for him to make that happen, especially how bummed my son was for not being on time and thinking he wasn’t gonna be able to go.if we were in Louisiana, we would of limited out in about 2 hours. He put us on fish, they were just an inch short. We were able to catch some to take home. I would highly recommend using Capt. ilIzzy and will be using him again

    Rob F. | August 3, 2026

    Trip: 6 Hr Group Bay & Jetty

  • ★★★★★
    Robert made sure we had a great time. Got us on fish that we were interested in catching and we also ended the day with a double up on two reef sharks.

    Russell T. | August 2, 2026

    Trip: Galveston Jetty Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Great fishing trip . Meghan answered all questions . Captain Jonathan was outstanding and we caught plenty of fish including 2 stingrays and 1 shark . I would definitely do it again . Had a great time .

    Glenn R. | July 29, 2026

    Trip: Epic Jetty Trip - 23' Edgewater

  • ★★★★★
    Best fishing charter we’ve ever booked. Robert was super laid back with a great attitude. We never felt rushed and most importantly we caught a ton of fish. My 18 and 20 yr olds had a blast battling the sharks. We will definitely book again when we are back in Galveston.

    Matt E. | July 27, 2026

    Trip: Galveston Jetty Trip

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