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Jetties & Jaws: Reel In The Fun

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21 ft 1 - 4 People $
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Epic Jetty Trip - 21' Mako

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21 ft 1 - 4 People $
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Epic Jetty Trip - 23' Edgewater

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23 ft 1 - 6 People $$
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Half Day Inshore Trip

100% (3)
28 ft 1 - 6 People $$
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Galveston Jetty Roundup

100% (5)
31 ft 1 - 6 People $
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"Trout Man Mike" Adventures

100% (4)
26 ft 1 - 4 People $$

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trip description for Bay and Jetty Trip - 27’ Robalo in Galveston

Hit the water with this memorable fishing experience off the coast of Galveston. There are lots of locations you can visit along this four-hour excursion, and Captain Rick will make sure you find fish wherever you go, including flounder and black drum. Don't worry about bringing any fishing gear because everything will be waiting for you on the boat. Captain Rick will provide all Shimano reels, including TLD 25s, 50s, a set of Shimano Nexave 6000s, as well as small open-face spinning reels for smaller fish. At the end of your trip, the captain will even clean and fillet your catch, free of charge. The only things you need are licenses and some food or drinks. Join Captain Rick for an unforgettable time! Read More

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Bay And Jetty Trip - 27’ Robalo

100% (5)
27 ft 1 - 4 People $$
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trip description for Trophy Thrills with Captain Shannon in Galveston

Captain Shannon has a reputation for helping people reel in some trophy-sized fish! Captain Shannon will help you target Blacktip Shark, Cobia, and Kingfish throughout your 5 hour trip on the water. You can expect to fish anywhere between 5 and 15 miles offshore. With Captain Shannon’s 31 foot Ocean Master, you’ll be out on the water in no time. These trips host up to 6 people. Captain Shannon will provide all the bait and tackle you need for the trip. All you have to bring is a fishing license with a saltwater stamp (applies to all members of the party), food and drinks, an ice chest, and some good company! Read More

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Trophy Thrills With Captain Shannon

100% (1)
31 ft 1 - 6 People $$
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trip description for Galveston Nearshore Hunt in Galveston

Hit the water with this memorable fishing experience off the coast of Galveston. There are lots of locations you can visit along this 6-hour (3/4-day) or 8-hour (full day) excursion, and Captain Rick will make sure you find fish wherever you go, including flounder and black drum. Don't worry about bringing any fishing gear because everything will be waiting for you on the boat. Captain Rick will provide all Shimano reels, including TLD 25s, 50s, a set of Shimano Nexave 6000s, as well as small open-face spinning reels for smaller fish. At the end of your trip, the captain will even clean and fillet your catch, free of charge. The only things you need are licenses and some food or drinks. Join Captain Rick and Captain Experiences for an unforgettable time! Read More

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Galveston Nearshore Hunt

100% (2)
27 ft 1 - 4 People $
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trip description for Galveston Catch and Release Only in Galveston

Join Captain Michael for a productive day of fishing in Galveston, Texas! Captain Michael will help you target Redfish and Speckled Trout on this 5-hour trip. You will fish aboard his 26’ Majek Extreme center console boat equipped with a 300 HP Suzuki engine as well as a GPS, fishfinder, live bait well (shrimp and croaker - included at additional price), multimedia system, wireless trolling motor, and an icebox. He can accommodate up to 4 anglers. Make sure to bring a valid Texas fishing license, food, a hat, sunscreen, and some good company! Captain Michael will provide all rods, reels, tackle, and lures. He will also provide water but feel free to bring your own drinks. Whether it’s your first time on the water or you are a seasoned professional, Captain Michael would love to take you out on a fishing adventure to remember! Read More

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Galveston Catch And Release Only

100% (6)
26 ft 1 - 4 People $
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trip description for Galveston Bay Fishing in Galveston

Join Captain Blake on a Galveston Bay fishing trip. Using his experience and knowledge, Blake will determine what the best method is for catching fish that day and show you the ropes. Take up to three others for a max number of four anglers ensuring everybody can get lots of advice. Blake will make sure you have everything you'll need to go fishing, so just bring your fishing license, sun protection, and any snacks or extra beverages you would want. Whether you're an experienced veteran or a brand new angler, Captain Blake will ensure to cater to all of your fishing needs. Get pumped up when you've got Captain Blake by your side because you're working with one the best guides in the Galveston area! Read More

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Galveston Bay Fishing

100% (2)
24 ft 1 - 4 People $
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trip description for Bay and Jetty Fishing in Galveston

Hop on board with Captain Michael to fish the jetties of Galveston Bay! The Jetties are home to a variety of fish species, including red and black drum, flounder, speckled trout, king mackerel, and tripletail, giving you the unique experience of catching offshore fish inshore. You can choose to be out on the water for 4 hours (a half-day) or 6 hours (a full day) depending on how much fishing you want to do. These trips host up to six people. Captain Michael will provide all of the fishing bait and tackle. All you need to bring is a Texas saltwater fishing license for those over 16 years of age, some snacks, and some good company! Read More

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Bay And Jetty Fishing

100% (2)
27 ft 1 - 6 People $$
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Everything to Know About Booking a Galveston Island nearshore fishing charter

What are the best nearshore fishing charters in Galveston Island?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 43 nearshore trips in Galveston Island, and the most popular trips in the area are Jetties & Jaws: Reel in the Fun guided by Meghan, Epic Jetty Trip - 21' Mako guided by Meghan, and Epic Jetty Trip - 23' Edgewater guided by Meghan.

Our guides in Galveston Island are rated a 4.92 out of 5 based on 2565 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 Nearshore charter in are Galveston, Hitchcock and Texas City.

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

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

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

The most common fishing techniques in Galveston Island are light tackle fishing, bottom fishing, and heavy tackle fishing but live bait fishing and drift fishing are popular as well.

How much do Galveston Island nearshore fishing charters cost?

for nearshore fishing in Galveston Island prices can range anywhere from about $550 to $1,712, but the average price for a half day trip for nearshore fishing in Galveston Island is $795. The average price for a full day trip for nearshore fishing in Galveston Island is $1,178.

What month is best for nearshore fishing in Galveston Island?

The most popular season for nearshore fishing in Galveston Island is summer, and most anglers book their trips 16 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

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip. Very professional service. Meghan coordinated every detail and captain Burke was a great captain and got us on fish.

    Thomas O. with Meghan B. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    We had a really great time with CJ. It was a fun experience and we can’t wait to go back. It’s also very helpful that they cut up the fish for you to take home!

    Amanda D. with Meghan B. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Bob and Jason were really great! We will certainly book again with them. Great conversation, really good guys!

    Scott L. with Robert R. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Blake was great! He knows where the are.

    Patrick U. with Blake S. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Amazing trip, Capt Jonathan made the experience really special for my son and I!

    Greg A. with Meghan B. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip with Captain Bob. We will be booking more trips in the future with him. Great fishing and stories while we were out.

    Derek Z. with Robert R. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Thank you, We had a great time.Guide was very courteous and very attentive to my 82 year old dad needs to make sure was safe and he had an amazing time.

    Shanon B. with Meghan B. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Doug? did a great job. started of slow, but we found what we were looking for. My son in law and grandkids got to catch some large black drum, I got to use my redfish tag. would recommend the trip and will do it again when we come back. Scott

    Scott D. with Chris B. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Had a good time with capt shawn and his son. Very helpful and knowledgeable. Would for sure book him again.

    Justin D. with Shawn W. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Didn't catch no fish but I did enjoy it myself and I appreciate the God. Happiness, thank you. I will try again.

    Kevin C. with Meghan B. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Capt CJ was AMAZING! He went above and beyond to make sure we had a great time and were on top of fish. He was patient with us and such an expert in answering all of our questions! We all had a wonderful time and are planning our next trip!

    Jami F. with Meghan B. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Capt Cory put us on fish!!! Although the action started out slow, Capt Cory worked until he found fish. Once found, the action was non-stop and very chaotic at times, which gets the heart pumping and makes you realize you are alive. As chaotic & exciting as is was, we never lost a single fish that was brought to the boat. Two thumbs up to Capt Cory for providing this father&son a fishing trip to remember. 5 STAR CAPTAIN

    Mark B. with Meghan B. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time with captain Jonathan! I would definitely book with them again!

    Brandon with Meghan B. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Had a wonderful time and good fishing. Captain was great will go again with him. Thanks for the experience.

    Michael J. with Meghan B. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Great time fishing captain CJ did an amazing job putting us on some fish that were definitely worth it.

    Carson A. with Meghan B. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Guide was great and put us right on top of the fish

    Stan W. with Meghan B. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time, Had a lot of fish biting , "BUT" there where all under 20in. we still came home with a red fish., and that's all we want .

    Jimmie J. with Mike E. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Knowledgable and will put you on the fish!!

    Jacob L. with Michael M. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Absolutely Amazing! Our trip couldn’t have started off better. All details were laid out the day prior and we arrived at the marina at 6:45am for a 7:00am departure. It was a beautiful morning, couldn’t have asked for better weather. Our captain, captain Corey, had everything ready to go and we were on the water and on the way to our fishing location on time. Corey, although very young, was an absolute professional and was just as excited to go fishing as we were! Enough can’t be said about that kid. He was on it from the time we arrived until the time we left the marina. Corey had us on the fish from the first line getting wet, and we had a great time. The equipment we used for our 4hr trip was everything we needed, and allowed us to land a lot of fish. I would never hesitate to recommend this charter and captain Corey for anyone looking to land fish and have a great time doing it!

    Joe with Meghan B. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    I found chartering through Captain Experiences really easy and the trip we had was great. We had such a good time with our Captain Jonathan and his first mate. They were great, kept us loaded up on bait, and found us great places to keep the fishing rockin. My boys had never had an opportunity to fish like this and they loved it.

    Aaron J. with Meghan B. of Galveston, Texas

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