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Flats Fishing Charters In Galveston Island

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Fly Fishing The Flats

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17 ft 1 - 2 People $$
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Galveston Inshore Jetty Trip

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23 ft 1 - 5 People $$
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Galveston Summer Fun Trip

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26 ft 1 - 4 People $
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Fly Fishing Galveston

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18 ft 1 - 2 People $$
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26 ft 1 - 4 People $

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trip description for Galveston Bay Trophy Trout in Galveston

There’s nothing like spending some quality time on the water with a fishing rod in your hand, and Trophy-Sized Trout on your mind. So head out with Captain Kevin to explore the Galveston bay system for a wonderful day out on the water chasing Trophy Speckled Trout, Reds, and Black Drum for this Catch and Release adventure. When you head out for a day with Captain Kevin he will give you the option of staying on the boat or wading the shallow back bays and grass lines to catch your prize. Live bait can be purchased after you leave the boat ramp, but Captain Kevin will provide all the best artificial lures, secret techniques, and instruction to help you hook into your next trophy. On the day of your trip you will launch from the best ramp in town (changes depending on weather, sea conditions, and fish habits) aboard Captain Kevin's 23' Parker. This puppy comes loaded with a 250 Suzuki strapped to the back, a trolling motor for stealth, coolers, and cushioned seats. Kevin will provide you with all the equipment, tackle (rods and reels), ice for your food, drinks & fish, artificial lures, photos of your catch, secret techniques and instruction for artificial bait fishing, and he will even clean and bag your fish for you at the end of the day! All Captain Kevin Recommends you bring is your sunscreen, sun-protective clothing, sunglasses, any food & drinks you'd like to enjoy onboard, wading gear if you'd like to wade fish ( waders, boots, belt & stingray guards), and an ice chest to tote home your days catch All guest 16 y/o and older will also need a Texas Saltwater Fishing License With all this provided at your disposal you'll have all you need to reel in your very own Trophy-Speckled Trout. If you've Captain Kevin at the wheel, your fishing adventure will sure be one to remember. Read More

Flats, Inshore, Jetty Fishing Charter in Galveston

Galveston Bay Trophy Trout

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25 ft 1 - 4 People $$
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trip description for Galveston Angling Adventure in Galveston

Head out of Galveston for some inshore/nearshore fun with Captain Scott! Captain Scott will be there to take you to the best spots in the area and make sure you have the best possible fishing experience. Join him in Galveston and embark on a true angling adventure today! You’ll start your journey on a restored 22’ Kenner bay boat that can sit up to 3 guests. It runs on a 225 HP Mercury engine and uses modern GPS, fishfinder, and radio technology to quickly and safely reach the fish. You can use an ice-box to store your fish and drinks and there will also be a livewell to supply you with live bait. The inshore and nearshore waters of Galveston along with their flats and backcountry offer plenty of opportunity to catch. You’ll be targeting Black Drum, Speckled Trout, Redfish, Flounder, as well as Sheepshead. Using light and heavy tackle, you’ll be bottom fishing, spinning, popping, and drift fishing. You can choose whether you’ll release or keep the fish you catch. Also, feel free to bring along children on your trip. Captain Scott will take care of all the rods, reels, tackle, lures, as well as drinks. You just bring your licenses and the food of your choice. Read More

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Galveston Angling Adventure

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22 ft 1 - 3 People $
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trip description for Galveston on the Fly in Galveston

Hop on board Captain Eric and enjoy a memorable day of fly fishing! You can expect to target Redfish (Captain Eric’s favorite), Sheepshead, Black Drum, and Trout as you traverse the flats of Galveston Bay on your 5-hour (half-day) or 8-hour (full-day) trip. The trip can host 2 people. Captain Eric requires you to bring a Texas Fishing License with a saltwater stamp and recommends that you bring sunscreen, sunglasses (polarized), and any food and drink of your choice. He will provide the flies as well as water and ice. Listen closely to Captain Eric - he’ll take you to where the fish are biting! Read More

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Galveston On The Fly

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1 - 2 People $
Fishing in Bolivar Peninsula
Fishing in Bolivar Peninsula
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trip description for Galveston Inshore and Jetty Trip in Bolivar Peninsula

Hit the water with Captain Benito and fish Galveston Bay's famous jetties! These man-made structures attract tons of fish from deeper water, allowing you to catch trophy Drum, Bull Reds, Trout, Tripletail and more, all just minutes from the marina! On this half-day trip, you'll have tons of opportunities to hook up some big fish, so bring your A-game! Captain Benito runs these trips aboard his 25' Dargel 250HDX center console, powered by a 250HP Yamaha. Also, like all center consoles she provides 360º of fishing, giving you tons of access and making it easy for up to six guests to fish simultaneously. In addition, Benito's vessel comes ready with live wells for bait, ice boxes, and more! All the requisite rods, reels, bait, and tackle will be provided for you at no extra cost. Just bring proper clothing, sunglasses, and sunscreen (no spray please!) and you'll be set to go. Get out there and bag some monsters! Read More

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Galveston Inshore And Jetty Trip

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25 ft 1 - 6 People $$
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trip description for Texas Inshore Sportfish Trip in Galveston

On this trip, you'll set out with Captain Jon for the classic Texas gamefish: Spotted Seatrout, Redfish, and some Flounder—if the season is right. You'll go after these fish with everything from live bait to lures, knowing you can rely on Captain Jon's expertise to point you in the right direction and give you the best chance to catch a personal best! On the morning of the trip, you'll head out on Captain Jon's 23' Shoalwater Cat bay boat—the perfect craft for fishing shallow flats and inshore waters. He'll provide everything you need for a perfect day. Just remember to bring proper clothing, sunscreen, and a hat! Read More

Flats, Inshore, Jetty, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Galveston

Texas Inshore Sportfish Trip

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23 ft 1 - 4 People $$
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trip description for Galveston "Texas Trio" in Galveston

Come on down to Galveston, Texas and enjoy a fishing escapade to remember! Captain Derek will be by your side throughout your 4-hour adventure exploring the Galveston Bay Complex. He’ll launch these trips out of Trinity Bay, West Bay, or East Bay depending on the weather and where the fish are biting harder. He’ll help you target Speckled Trout, Redfish, Flounder, using live bait (shrimp and croaker) and artificial bait. You may purchase extra live bait for an additional price. If you would like to wade fish, let Captain Derek know, he is more than willing to accommodate! For these trips, Captain Derek uses his 21’ Saber Cat bay boat which can accommodate up to 4 anglers. This boat is the perfect vessel for exploring Galveston's inshore waters and comes loaded with a power pole anchoring system, a Minn Kota trolling motor, iced down coolers for your snacks and drink, and cushioned seats. Captain Derek is also passionate about showing little ones the ropes, so this trip is great for families! Make sure you bring a valid Texas saltwater fishing license, food and drinks of your choice, a hat, sunscreen, and an ice chest for your day’s catch. Captain Derek will provide all of the best rods, reels, and lures, and will even offer to clean and fillet your fish at no additional cost after you've loaded up the box! Read More

Flats, Inshore Fishing Charter in Galveston

Galveston "Texas Trio"

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21 ft 1 - 4 People $
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Everything to Know About Booking a Galveston Island flats fishing charter

What are the best flats fishing charters in Galveston Island?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 13 flats trips in Galveston Island, and the most popular trips in the area are Fly Fishing Galveston guided by Collin, Fly Fishing the Flats guided by Justin, and Galveston Inshore Jetty Trip guided by Corey.

Our guides in Galveston Island are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 2585 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are licensed, insured, and 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.

The most popular cities to book a Flats charter in are Galveston, Clear Lake Shores and Texas City.

Looking for kid friendly flats guides / fishing lessons in Galveston Island? Check out our beginner and family friendly flats guides in Galveston Island.

What types of flats fishing charters are common in Galveston Island?

The most commonly sought after species for flats Fishing are: 1. redfish, 2. speckled trout, 3. black drum, and 4. sheepshead.

The most common fishing techniques in Galveston Island are live bait fishing, light tackle fishing, and sight casting but wading and artificial lure fishing are popular as well.

How much do Galveston Island flats fishing charters cost?

for flats fishing in Galveston Island prices can range anywhere from about $450 to $875, but the average price for a half day trip for flats fishing in Galveston Island is $577. The average price for a full day trip for flats fishing in Galveston Island is $800.

What month is best for flats fishing in Galveston Island?

The most popular season for flats fishing in Galveston Island is fall, and most anglers book their trips 19 days in advance.

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

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

Recent Reviews of Captain Experiences

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Corey was absolutely amazing! We had fun caught several red fish, he is the best with kids big and small. We will back in the near future to fish with Captain Corey again.

    Andrea H. with Corey B. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    I had a great trip with Captain Colin sight fishing for redfish in the Galveston Bay. While the fishing was slow and water conditions were not ideal (we only saw 3 fish), Captain Colin made the experience enjoyable. This was my first experience sight fishing for redfish, and Captain Colin was a good instructor teaching me the techniques and the biology of the fishery. Overall, a great experience.

    Robert J. with Collin S. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip, exceeded expectations!

    Robert T. with Justin J. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Capt Colin was really really patient with us and took us to where the fish was. Amazing!!!

    Sanjay M. with Collin S. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip, me and my boys had a blast!

    Richard B. with Corey B. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Capt Collin is an excellent guide, knows the water, likely hot spots and, although not a novice with a fly rod, is probably very patient and willing to teach. Equipment well maintained and organized. I highly recommend Collin.

    Gregg N. with Collin S. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Colin worked hard in poor conditions with a red tide running most of the fish out. Finally hooked up late in the day.

    Michael S. with Collin S. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    By far the best captain around !

    Diego R. with Corey B. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    I wanted to take a moment to share my recent fishing experience with anyone who will listen. During my trip, I had the pleasure of being guided by Corey, who I must say was by far the best guide I have ever encountered. Corey's knowledge and expertise not only extended to the fish and the area, but also to boats in general. Within minutes of conversing with him, I felt like I had known him for years. His ability to make me feel comfortable and at ease was truly remarkable. To top it all off, Corey helped me catch the biggest fish I've ever caught! His professionalism, respectfulness, and sense of humor made the trip both enjoyable and memorable. On a scale of 1 to 10, I would rate him a solid 10 without hesitation. I highly recommend Corey's services to everyone, from seasoned fishermen to novices. Even my wife, who isn't a big fan of fishing, was thoroughly impressed with Cory and his exceptional service. I had initial doubts about today's trip, but thanks to Corey, it turned out to be an incredible experience.

    Eric F. with Corey B. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Super friendly and accommodating captain

    Franklin W. with Corey B. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Collin was awesome. Pre-trip communication was timely and informative setting the stage for a successful day. From the moment we met, I could tell that this wasn’t going to be 8 hours with a stranger, but more like a friend I hadn’t met yet. As for the fish, he put us in the right spot multiple times and never stopped searching leading to a late trip score. I would highly recommend Captain Collin as a guide and will absolutely be back out with him again.

    Dennis D. with Collin S. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Great experience!! Capn. Colin put us on the fish!!! Great guy to be around. Overall an excellent experience.

    Michael H. with Collin S. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Top stars for Captain Justin !! No only did we team up to land 12 out 15 redfish on the fly rod, but we had a great time fishing together. He knowledgeable of the Galveston backwater and highly skilled in positioning the boat for the cast and landing. A great person to fish with !!

    Dennis B. with Justin J. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Michael was a complete professional and knew what he was doing. Handled everything that was thrown at him from my inexperience to my tantrum having 5yr old. Helped my son catch his first fish and my son is already wanting to go back despite melting on the boat. Can't wait to go again!

    Justin C. with Michael M. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    I had an absolute blast going out with Captain Kevin. He was very knowledgeable and is guaranteed to give you a great, memorable fishing experience. I definitely plan on booking as many trips with him as I possible can!

    Erik P. with Kevin L. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Richard was an awesome guide - he had us on redfish the entire time despite it being overcast and windy. He’s also incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. He thoughtfully answered all of our questions and offered clear casting instruction throughout the day. Will definitely be back to fish with him in the summer.

    Isabel B. with Richard G. of Galveston, Texas

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