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Rockport Bay Fishing Trip

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trip description for Bay Bounty in Rockport

Come to Rockport, Texas, and join Captain Rob who’s going to help you catch fish and have a great time while fishing inshore, reefs, and flats that the bay system surrounding Rockport has to offer! Specifically, Captain Rob will take you to fish in one or a couple of the bays around the Texas Coastal Bend like Mesquite Bay, Copano Bay, St. Charles Bay, Aransas Bay, or Cedar Bayou, all of which are legendary fisheries. Captain Rob specializes in bottom fishing and using light tackle to fish these bays. These are his favorite methods for getting you on fish like Spotted Seatrout, Redfish, Black Drum, Flounder, and Sheepshead. Furthermore, Captain Rob will cater your trip around your goals for the day. So depending on your skill level, where you want to fish, and what methods you want to use, Capt. Rob is willing to work with you to make your dreams come true out on the water! Captain Rob will meet you at the dock ready with all the fishing gear you could need. This includes rods, reels, terminal tackle, as well as live bait and lures. The crew will also clean and fillet the fish you catch with no extra charges, so you can take it home and prepare some tasty meals. So all you need to bring are your favorite snacks and drinks, your sun protection, and your Texas fishing license, Captain Rob will take care of the rest to ensure you have a successful and fun day out on the water! Read More

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Bay Bounty

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25 ft 1 - 4 People $$
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trip description for Reel Fun Bay and Flats Trip in Rockport

Captain Jason will customize your trip to your preferences. On your pre-trip call he will advise what has been working recently, but will fish the way you prefer. Fishing out of the boat with cut or live bait for reds, speckled trout or black drum. Drifting the flat with live shrimp under popping corks or lures and soft plastics. Wading shorelines with lures or live bait. It is your trip and wants you to have fun. He fishes primarily for reds, speckled trout and black drum. If you catch a limit of the targeted species or they are simply not bitting, he will always look for feeding fish to catch. His goal is to keep your fishing rods bent and you having fun for the full 6 hours. Typically he launches from Cove Harbor North next to Paradise Key Restaurant. On the pre-trip call launch locations can be changed, depending on the type of trip or bay to be fished. All launch locations changes will be agreed to by both parties on pre-trip call. For parties larger than 4 people he works either several boats to accommodate big parties. Read More

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Reel Fun Bay And Flats Trip

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25 ft 1 - 4 People $$
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Fishing in Rockport
Fishing in Rockport
Fishing in Rockport
trip description for Rockport Bay Fishing Trip in Rockport

Captain Will is the real deal! He knows how to get you on the Redfish, Trout, Drum, and Flounder for a spectacular day off the coast of South Texas! Based out of the Rockport area, he primarily fishes the Aransas, Copano, St. Charles, Carlos, Mesquite, Ayres, and San Antonio Bays, but can also take you out of Aransas Pass. Though he is willing to accommodate other pickup locations, he likes to launch out of Goose Island State Park aboard his 2019 22' TransCat. This vessel is equipped with a 250 HP Suzuki motor that provides a comfortable and quick ride out to chase the fish. This boat likes to get "skinny", and is perfect for chasing tailing Reds into shallow water. It also comes with a power pole, trolling motor, t-top, and front fishing deck with plenty of room to fish with four guests. Once out on the water, Captain Will likes to fish with mostly live bait, cut bait, and some artificial. He will provide everything from rods, reels, tackle, bait, to a cooler of ice for the catch and a memorable day on the water! So all you need to bring is a cooler with your favorite snacks/drinks, a camera for bragging rights, and your Texas Fishing license, and let Captain Will take care of the rest! Read More

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Rockport Bay Fishing Trip

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22 ft 1 - 4 People $$
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trip description for Marsh Madness in Rockport

Experience the Best of Coastal Fishing in Rockport, TX! Join us for an exhilarating 4-hour fishing adventure on the serene waters of Rockport's coastal marshes and back lakes. Get ready to reel in the catch of a lifetime as we target the prized redfish and hard-fighting black drum that call these waters home. With our experienced guides leading the way, you'll have the opportunity to explore some of the most picturesque and abundant fishing spots in Texas. Whether you're an angling enthusiast or a novice looking for a memorable experience, our Rockport fishing trip promises excitement, beautiful scenery, and the chance to create lasting fishing memories. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity – book your trip today and discover the thrill of coastal fishing at its finest! Read More

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Marsh Madness

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22 ft 1 - 5 People $$
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trip description for Rockport Redfish and Black Drum in Rockport

Texas' Coastal Bend region is a fisherman's paradise, with abundant opportunities to catch Redfish and Black Drum in the shallow backwater and marshes. On this charter fishing trip, guests can experience the thrill of reeling in these exciting and delicious fish, which are a blast to catch for any saltwater angler! The trip will begin with a short boat ride to the shallow waters off of Rockport, Texas, where the Redfish are known to congregate. Captain Chase has put in his days on the water, and will put his expert knowledge to work to get you hooked up on some champion fish! Once you're out on the water aboard Captain Chase's 22’ airboat, you'll have the chance to use a variety of techniques to catch the Redfish and Black Drum including sight casting with lures or bait and "soaking" cut shrimp or mullet on the bottom to create a commotion that will attract the fish. The shallow water makes for an exciting and challenging fishing experience, as the fish can be easily spooked and will require quick reflexes and a deft touch to catch. After a day of fishing, guests will return to the dock with their catch, which can be cleaned and filleted by the captain. Go home with a trophy, a full cooler, and a camera full of lifelong memories! Read More

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Rockport Redfish And Black Drum

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22 ft 1 - 5 People $$
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trip description for Rockport Wade Fishing W/ Artificial in Rockport

This will be a half day of wade fishing the Rockport Tx bay systems. We will use a variety of different Artifical lures from soft plastics to top waters primarily targeting trophy trout and redfish. I will provide all the tackle as far as lures go. But you are more than welcome and encouraged to bring your favorite and most confident baits. You will be required to bring all your own gear consisting of waders and boots, wading belts with pliers and stringers and last but not least your own rods. I do recommend each customer bring 2 rods incase one accidentally breaks or has a malfunction. I can provide beginners rods and reels for an additional cost of $50 per rod. One more thing that I hope won’t be a deal breaker but since the major freeze a few years ago I along with a lot of the Texas guides do “Not” allow clients to keep any trout. Our trout fishery especially here in the rockport area took a major hit during the freeze. With that being said, It is coming back and there is plenty of trout action to have but if we want it to have a chance to get back to the way it was and hopefully even better and long lasting we have to continue to let them go and grow. Like I said I really hope that isn’t a deal breaker. Read More

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Rockport Wade Fishing W/ Artificial

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Everything to Know About Booking a Fishing Charter in Mesquite Bay

What are the best fishing charters in Mesquite Bay?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 16 trips in Mesquite Bay, and the most popular trips in the area are Flats and Backwaters on Artificials guided by Larry, Backwaters Catch and Release guided by Larry, and Tortuga Flats Fishing Fiesta guided by James.

Our guides in Mesquite Bay are rated a 4.89 out of 5 based on 2545 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 charter in are Rockport, Port Aransas and Aransas Pass.

Looking for kid friendly charters / fishing lessons in Mesquite Bay? Check out our beginner and family friendly charters in Mesquite Bay.

What types of fishing charters are common in Mesquite Bay?

Inshore fishing is the most popular in Mesquite Bay as well as flats fishing, nearshore fishing, and jetty fishing.

The most commonly sought after species in Mesquite Bay are: 1. redfish, 2. speckled trout, 3. black drum, and 4. flounder.

The most common fishing techniques in Mesquite Bay are light tackle fishing, artificial lure fishing, and wading but topwater fishing and drift fishing are popular as well.

How much do Mesquite Bay fishing charters cost?

in Mesquite Bay prices can range anywhere from about $485 to $850, but the average price for a half day trip in Mesquite Bay is $640. The average price for a full day trip in Mesquite Bay is $691.

What month is best for fishing in Mesquite Bay?

The most popular season for fishing in Mesquite Bay is summer, and most anglers book their trips 22 days in advance.

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

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

Recent Reviews of Captain Experiences

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great trip. Conditions weren't ideal but Jason managed to find fish for us and keep it interesting. Highly recommend.

    James B. with Jason M. of Rockport, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Larry is the man! Great at teaching the “why” of fishing and helping you learn some new tips and tricks. It doesn’t hurt that we caught a ton of redfish and trout as well. If you want to catch fish on artificials, this is your guy.

    Attison B. with Larry B. of Aransas Pass, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Went out with Cpt. Jeff's guide Cpt. Gibson. Had an absolute blast. Couldn't recommend this group enough. Put us on some great fish and Cpt. Gibson had a great attitude. You won't be disappointed. First time using Captain Experience's and was very impressed with their communication and responsiveness. Will definitely book with them again.

    Baker W. with Gibson J. of Rockport, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great trip Captain Jason Molitr! He has a great attitude and he strives to make sure he takes care of his customers.

    Kenneth A. with Jason M. of Rockport, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Super fun trip, caught lots of fish and got to learn all about the area and different types of fish from the guide

    Ryan S. with Larry B. of Aransas Pass, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    This was our first time fishing in the intercoastal. We had a great time fishing with James. He put us on fish at the first stop and moved us on to the next spot as soon as the action slowed down. He provided quality live bait and showed us effective techniques. He took care of baiting, netting our catch and otherwise took great care of us. James was jovial, easy-going and incredibly patient with us. We had a blast.

    Russ S. with James W. of Port Aransas, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    The fishing expedition with James in the bay waters of Port Aransas was great. A wonderful time spent for a father and son here on vacation. Look forward to doing this again.

    Randal P. with James W. of Port Aransas, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    James was a great Captain for our half day morning adventure! He was able to accommodate the entire group finding us a second guide. We are very appreciative for him and his partner getting us out on the water on such a busy weekend.

    Angel P. with James W. of Port Aransas, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    The boys had a good time, they mentioned it was right after a large tournament so it was a little slow on the fishing but they had a good time .

    Gustavo V. with Randy S. of Aransas Pass, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Larry, was punctual, knowledgable and nice to spend a half day with fishing out of Aransas Pass. I'd recommend him.

    Jack W. with Larry B. of Aransas Pass, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Capt. Larry is a true professional. He quickly developed realistic expectation and promptly delivered and then some. My two teenagers and I showed up never having done anything like this before. Capt. Larry explained that conditions were not ideal, but we should still catch a few. First thing took us to a proven spot, it took a little bit, but my 13-year-old daughter picked up a couple in the first 3-+- minutes. Larry knew immediately what was going on with the fish and put us all in position, we stayed pretty much in the same spot for the rest of the day and did very well. All we caught wee Redfish; we caught several in the 5.5#+ class. We had a great day. Or second day was a good day as well, each of us caught enough fish to feel like we knew what we were doing. Larry has a great way about him to make you feel comfortable and is very capable. We will come back again as long as we can fish with him. MT

    Mark T. with Larry B. of Aransas Pass, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    This was one of the best things I ever booked. This was a surprise for my boyfriend and he had an awesome time. I came into this with very limited knowledge of fishing and left extremely confident in the fishing skills Larry had taught me. We each caught one fish, however that’s because we saw dolphins!!! I told Larry I really would like to see more dolphins and man he delivered!! Dolphins swam straight up to the boat it was amazing to see them in their natural habitat. Larry was very interested in what WE wanted to do and he was an amazing guide. I will for sure be bringing my father in law back to fish with Larry. 100% recommend!!!

    Mattie P. with Larry B. of Aransas Pass, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Everything went well and I had a lot of fun. Larry explained that the February freeze kinda depleted much of the population of fish and the Park Game & Wildlife had to get stricter on being able to keep the fish now. But I still had lots of fun.

    Steve C. with Larry B. of Aransas Pass, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    First time doing a fishing trip. Captain Larry was very welcoming. He sent me reminders the day before the trip and called me to talk about how the trip would go, suggestions, and questions I had. He was very informational with showing me the basics of fishing and I learned to cast perfectly. Ended up catching a few fish!

    Denny R. with Larry B. of Aransas Pass, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Larry was great at teaching us how to wade fish and fish with lures instead of live bait. He was very patient with the kids and we all caught fish! It was a great trip overall.

    Sandra S. with Larry B. of Aransas Pass, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Capt. Randy was fantastic. He put us on some great fish while others were striking out.

    Andrew M. with Randy S. of Aransas Pass, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Booked a trip with Capt. Larry and had a great time on the water. He put me on fish at every spot we went to. He explained the what and why for everything we were doing and definitely turned it into one big learning experience. I would definitely recommend him as a guide and I will be using him again for future trips.

    Johnny R. with Larry B. of Aransas Pass, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Great day.

    Steve R. with Larry B. of Aransas Pass, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Larry is a great guy and we had a lot of fun.

    Al Z. with Larry B. of Aransas Pass, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great day with Larry and my three new friends. Caught a few fish to top it off. Larry was very helpful and knowledgeable. He did not just tell you where to fish and how but explained why.

    David A. with Larry B. of Aransas Pass, Texas

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