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Everything to Know About Booking a Matagorda Bay gigging charter

Why should I book a gigging charter in Matagorda Bay with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 3 gigging trips in Matagorda Bay, and the most popular trips in the area are Port O'Connor Gigging guided by Mike, POC Flounder Gigging guided by Matt, and Matagorda Gigging Adventure guided by Joe.

Our guides in Matagorda Bay are rated a 4.33 out of 5 based on 5945 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 gigging guides / fishing lessons in Matagorda Bay? Check out our beginner and family friendly gigging guides in Matagorda Bay.

What types of gigging charters are common in Matagorda Bay?

Inshore fishing is the most popular type of fishing for gigging in Matagorda Bay.

The most commonly sought after species for gigging in Matagorda Bay are: 1. flounder, 2. black drum, and 3. sheepshead.

How much do Matagorda Bay gigging fishing charters cost?

Prices for gigging in Matagorda Bay can range anywhere from about $645 to $933, but the average price for a half day trip for gigging in Matagorda Bay is $797.

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 gigging charter in Matagorda Bay?

The most popular season to go on a gigging charter in Matagorda Bay is fall, and most anglers book their trips 26 days in advance.

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

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Excellent guide! We will schedule with him again soon!

    Kristopher R. | August 4, 2024

    Trip: Port O'Connor Gigging

  • ★★★★★
    Excellent guide service, explained what he was doing and why. Each step of the way, got us on the fish! Great captain who is passionate about the fishing not just the money, plan on going out with Captain Mike whenever we are in town

    Joshua T. | October 22, 2023

    Trip: Port O'Connor Gigging

  • ★★★★★
    I have been on hundreds of guided trips. Mike was one of the best guides I have ever been with. Will definitely be going again

    Fred E. | June 26, 2023

    Trip: Port O'Connor Gigging

  • ★★★★★
    Captain mike did a great job

    Ruben R. | August 16, 2022

    Trip: Port O'Connor Gigging

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Mike is awesome! He ensured that we came back with plenty of flounder and took great care of us. I would highly recommend Captain Mike for all of your floundering needs. He is a POC native and is very knowledgeable of the fish and area. Captain Experience was very easy to contact and our trip was set up in less than an hour!

    Keisha J. | March 27, 2022

    Trip: Port O'Connor Gigging

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