Nearshore Fishing Charters In Matagorda Bay

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Flats, Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Port O'Connor

Port O'Connor "Texas Triple"

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23 ft 1 - 4 People From $163 / person
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Jetty, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Port O'Connor

Matagorda Bay & Beyond

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26 ft 1 - 6 People From $121 / person

Flats, Inshore, Jetty, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Port O'Connor

1/2 Day PM

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23 ft 1 - 4 People From $150 / person

Flats, Inshore, Jetty, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Port O'Connor

Navigation Trip

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23 ft 1 - 4 People From $63 / person

Flats, Inshore, Jetty, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Port O'Connor

Full Day Trip

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23 ft 1 - 4 People From $200 / person

Most Popular Types of Nearshore Trips in Matagorda Bay

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Getting out on the boat with Captain Doug and his crew is always a good time enjoying the beautiful coast and some fun in the sun. With both half day and full day options, and a choice between morning and afternoon, this trip can fit to your needs. Full day trips are around 8 hours either way you'll get that beautiful coastal sunrise or sunset. You'll be chasing reds, black drum, speckled trout, and more. The boat will have a cooler with ice water, but you are welcome to bring extra drinks and snacks. All rods and tackle will be provided, and your catch will be cleaned and bagged for you to take home and enjoy. Full day trips are eight hours chasing reds, black drum, speckled trout, and more. Again, the boat will have a cooler with ice water, but you are welcome to bring extra drinks and snacks. All rods and tackle will be provided, and your catch will be cleaned and bagged for you to take home and enjoy. No matter how long you choose to go out, every hour will be as exciting as the last! BAIT NOT INCLUDED IN TRIP PRICE Read More

Flats, Inshore, Jetty, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Port O'Connor

Full Day Trip

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23 ft 1 - 4 People From $200 / person

Getting out on the boat with Captain Doug is always a good time enjoying the beautiful coast and some fun in the sun! Don't worry about driving when you spend the day out on your boat with an experienced captain in the Port O'Connor waters. On this 2-hour navigational trip, Captain Doug will get on your boat and either drive or direct you where it is safe to run without damaging your vessel. He'll provide expert boat driving for you and will show you a few good areas to fish too! The next time you and your family or friends want to go enjoy a day on the water, book this trip with Captain Doug and you won't have to worry about getting stuck on a sand flat and waiting on a tow. Captain Doug offers these trips at any time of the day. No matter when you choose to go out, every hour will be as exciting as the last! Read More

Flats, Inshore, Jetty, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Port O'Connor

Navigation Trip

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23 ft 1 - 4 People From $63 / person

Getting out on the boat with Captain Pappie is always a good time enjoying the beautiful coast and some fun in the sun. With both half days and a choice between morning and afternoon, this trip can fit to your needs. Half day trips are five hours either beginning in the morning to the afternoon, either way you'll get that beautiful coastal sunrise or sunset. You'll be chasing reds, black drum, speckled trout, and more. The boat will have a cooler with ice water, but you are welcome to bring extra drinks and snacks. All rods and tackle will be provided, and your catch will be cleaned and bagged for you to take home and enjoy. No matter how long you choose to go out, every hour will be as exciting as the last! BAIT NOT INCLUDED IN TRIP PRICE Read More

Flats, Inshore, Jetty, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Port O'Connor

1/2 Day PM

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23 ft 1 - 4 People From $150 / person
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Captain Benny will show you why Port O’Connor has some of the best fishing in Texas! You will spend the day aboard his 26 ft center console powered by a 300 HP Suzuki engine. This boat can reach a cruising speed of almost 40 knots, so you’ll be out on the water in no time! She also has a T-top to keep you shaded throughout the day. Captain Benny will help you target Red Snapper (depending on the season), Kingfish, Jack Crevalle, Sheepshead, Blacktip Shark, and many other species on your 4-hour (half-day) or 8-hour (full day) adventure. Anglers of all skill levels and ages are welcome on these trips. Captain Benny has life jackets on board but recommends that, if you have children, you bring your own life jackets for maximum comfort. Captain Benny will provide all rods, reels, and tackle. All you need to bring is a valid Texas saltwater fishing license, a cooler for your day’s catch, a hat, and sunscreen. Come visit Port O’Connor and have a blast on the water with Captain Benny! Read More

Jetty, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Port O'Connor

Matagorda Bay & Beyond

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26 ft 1 - 6 People From $121 / person

Head out with Captain Rick and prepare for an exciting day of Gulf Coast fishing! Port O'Connor is conveniently located right on several canals and bays that are home to some hungry fish, so expect to get some bites! On this half or full-day trip, Captain Rick will motor you out into fish-heavy Port O'Connor inshores such as Matagorda Bay and Espiritu Santo Bay where you can expect to target some Black Drum, Blacktip Shark, Flounder, Redfish, and Speckled Trout. You'll be going after these fish with a variety of methods including light tackle, artificial lures, heavy tackle, bottom fishing, and drift fishing. Depending on the species you want to go after, Captain Rick will set you up with the best method to get one on your line! You'll be fishing aboard a 23’ Shoalwater center console that can comfortably fit 4 anglers. This sturdy vessel will have no problem getting you to where the fish are biting! Captain Rick will provide all rods, reels, tackle, and live bait. All you need to bring is sunglasses, sunscreen, any snacks or drinks you might need and a Texas saltwater fishing license. Book your trip today and get ready for a fishing adventure! Read More

Flats, Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Port O'Connor

Port O'Connor "Texas Triple"

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23 ft 1 - 4 People From $163 / person
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Everything to Know About Booking a Matagorda Bay nearshore fishing charter

What are the best nearshore fishing charters in Matagorda Bay?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 5 nearshore trips in Matagorda Bay, and the most popular trips in the area are Port O'Connor "Texas Triple" guided by Rick, Matagorda Bay & Beyond guided by Benny, and 1/2 Day PM guided by Doug.

Our guides in Matagorda Bay are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 2417 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 city to book a Nearshore charter in is Port O'Connor.

Looking for kid friendly nearshore guides in Matagorda Bay? Check out our beginner and family friendly nearshore guides in Matagorda Bay.

What types of nearshore fishing charters are common in Matagorda Bay?

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

The most common fishing techniques in Matagorda Bay are light tackle fishing, artificial lure fishing, and bottom fishing but cut bait fishing and live bait fishing are popular as well.

How much do Matagorda Bay nearshore fishing charters cost?

for nearshore fishing in Matagorda Bay prices can range anywhere from an affordable $250 to $850, but the average price for a half day trip for nearshore fishing in Matagorda Bay is $569. The average price for a full day trip for nearshore fishing in Matagorda Bay is $757.

What month is best for nearshore fishing in Matagorda Bay?

The most popular season for nearshore fishing in Matagorda Bay is summer, and most anglers book their trips 15 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 of Captain Experiences

  • ★★★★★
    Doug is a phenomenal guide! He quickly made us feel like family. Fishing was supposed to be hard, but everywhere he took us, we caught fish. The only problem we had was he helped the women catch the biggest catch LOL! Thank you for a great time!

    Rodney J. with Doug H. of Port O'Connor, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Terry was by far the best guide we’ve had in Matagorda! It’s obvious he knows the bay & where the fish are, in addition to being very personable and attentive to our team. A++++

    Julia B. with Terry G. of Wharton, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Awesome trip with Captain Collin. He put us on the fish!

    Thomas D. with Collin G. of Port O'Connor, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Capt Jon was great! He agreed to go out, even though it was so windy and cold and made sure we had a fun time, even if we didn’t expect to have much luck given the conditions. We were victorious over the gulls however and got several great fish!

    Elizabeth S. with Jon P. of Port O'Connor, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Our best Red day ever. Capt Doug was awesome. Thank you

    Preston M. with Doug H. of Port O'Connor, 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

  • ★★★★★
    Great guide on a very slow day he got us on fish. None of them were keepers but that’s not Captain Stans fault

    Don D. with Stan S. of Matagorda, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    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. with Chad K. of Matagorda, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Good experience learned a lot . Did not catch any fish but enjoyed the company.

    Gavin B. with John A. of Port O'Connor, Texas

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