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Jetties & Jaws: Reel In The Fun

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21 ft 1 - 4 People $
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Galveston Inshore Trip

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26 ft 1 - 6 People $$
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Half Day Bay - 24’ Kenner

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24 ft 1 - 4 People $
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Epic Jetty Trip - 26' Angler

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26 ft 1 - 6 People $$
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Jetty, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Galveston

Epic Jetty Trip - 21' Mako

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21 ft 1 - 4 People $
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Inshore, Jetty, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Dickinson

Galveston Bay Trophy Hunt

100% (6)
24 ft 1 - 4 People $

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Fishing in Galveston
Fishing in Galveston
Fishing in Galveston
trip description for Weekday Fish & Fun in Galveston

Climb aboard with our Captain for an action-packed trip on the coastal waters of Galveston! The inshores and nearshores of Galveston are perfect places to catch some of the tasty fish that the gulf is known for without going too far from the dock. On this 4 to 6-hour trip, the Captain will cruise you around Galveston Bay or bring you to the nearshore jetties where you can target a selection of Black Drum, Blacktip Shark, King Mackerel, Redfish, Sheepshead, Spanish Mackerel, and Speckled Trout. To attract these tasty fish you'll be using a variety of techniques including light to heavy tackle, live bait, bottom fishing, trolling, drift fishing or deep dropping. Whether you want to actively fish with rod-in-hand or lounge until a reel starts screaming, just let the Captain know what you want to catch and he'll get you set up with the best method! On this trip you'll be fishing aboard our massive 42’ Delta sportfisher that can hold an impressive 18 people, with the first 10 passengers included in the price. Powered by twin 160 HP Caterpillar engines, this vessel will cut through the surf like butter and cruise the bay waters with ease. It comes with GPS, Fishfinder, a Flybridge, and an Ice Box to store your catches. All rods, reels and tackle will be provided. All you need to bring is a valid Texas Fishing License with a saltwater stamp. You can also bring food and drink of your choice on board (no glass). This trip can host up to 18 people and is for anglers of all skill levels, so don't hold back on inviting friends! Read More

Inshore, Jetty, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Galveston

Weekday Fish & Fun

100% (4)
42 ft 1 - 18 People $$$
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Fishing in Galveston
Fishing in Galveston
Fishing in Galveston
trip description for Epic Jetty Trip - 23' Edgewater in Galveston

Climb aboard with Captain Meghan and explore the Jetties of Galveston Bay on her 23’ Edgewater! These charters are great for any level of fisherman, and especially for families with children. However, you must be at least five years old to ride this ride! You will travel 5-6 miles into the Gulf of Mexico, fishing the North and South Jetties. The South Jetty is located at the East point of Galveston. The North Jetty is located on Bolivar Peninsula. These 6-hour trips can accommodate 1-6 people. You must bring a valid Texas Saltwater Fishing License. You may also bring food and drinks of your choice (no glass, no seeds), as well as an ice chest for the day’s catch. Her business will provide the equipment and bait. You can purchase live bait for an additional fee. Captain Meghan and her crew will also clean and fillet your fish for you. We hope you have a good recipe for fish tacos! Read More

Jetty, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Galveston

Epic Jetty Trip - 23' Edgewater

100% (6)
23 ft 1 - 6 People $$
Fishing in Galveston
Fishing in Galveston
Fishing in Galveston
trip description for Galveston Jetty Roundup in Galveston

Captain Shannon will use his 25+ years of experience to take you where the fish are biting! 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. 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

Inshore, Jetty, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Galveston

Galveston Jetty Roundup

100% (5)
31 ft 1 - 6 People $
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Fishing in Hitchcock
Fishing in Hitchcock
Fishing in Hitchcock
trip description for Full day bay fishing with Captain Harry in Hitchcock

Hop on board with Captain Harry and experience an amazing day of fishing in the Galveston Bay! Captain Harry will use his experience and knowledge to take you where the fish are biting! Listen to his advice and you will soon be haulin' in some trophy size fish. Some commonly targeted species include trout, redfish, flounder, and many more. Captain Harry launches his trips out of Harborwalk. Upon departing, you can expect 6 hours (a half-day) or 8 hours (a full day) of action-packed fishing! Give those hamstrings a little stretch before the trip - Captain Harry is known for bringing in some big fish. **Save 100$ when you book non-holidays Monday thru Thursday** Read More

Flats, Inshore Fishing Charter in Hitchcock

Full Day Bay Fishing With Captain Harry

100% (2)
25 ft 1 - 4 People $$
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Fishing in Texas City
Fishing in Texas City
Fishing in Texas City
trip description for Texas "Big 3" Bay Assault in Texas City

This trip with Captain Leb is a great way to enjoy some of the best fishing that the Gulf Coast has to offer. The Galveston Bay Complex—including East Bay, West Bay, and Trinity Bay—offers extraordinary fishing for a number of shallow-water species, including classic Texas gamefish like Flounder, Redfish, Sheepshead, and Speckled Trout. To hook up on these species, you'll be using a light tackle techniques along with some drifting and bottomfishing to draw bites. You'll fight the fish from Captain Leb's 24' NauticStar center console, a versatile boat that's ideal for this type of trip. She runs on a 250-HP Yamaha outboard, and features a bunch of amenities to increase your chances of success and keep you comfortable, including a full suite of electronics, live wells for bait, a T-Top to keep you out of the direct sun, and an ice box for your keepers. Captain Leb will provide everything you need for an epic trip, including rods, reels, baits, and tackle. We recommend that you bring proper clothing, a hat, sunscreen, and a cooler with some snacks and drinks. Get out there and hook a personal best! Read More

Inshore Fishing Charter in Texas City

Texas "Big 3" Bay Assault

100% (10)
24 ft 1 - 4 People $$
Fishing in Galveston
Fishing in Galveston
Fishing in Galveston
trip description for Bay and Jetty Trip -  26' Century in Galveston

Hit the water with Captain Cheryl and embark on an action-packed adventure in Galveston Bay! In the bay you will be hopping from jetty to jetty in search of the best fishing holes. The jetties are home to a variety of species, including Red and Black Drum, Flounder, Speckled Trout, Redfish, and Tripletail, giving you the unique experience of catching offshore fish inshore. You’ll be targeting all of these species and more on your half-day or full day adventure! On this trip, Captain Cheryl uses her 26-foot Century center console equipped with twin 200 HP engines, making the ride out to your destination both smooth and quick. The spacious deck can fit up to 6 anglers, all with rods in hand. There is also a cooler and a live bait well on board. Captain Cheryl will provide all rods, reels, tackle, and bait. She will also clean and package your day’s catch at no extra cost. All you need to bring is some food, drinks of your choice, a hat, sunscreen, and a cooler to take home your fish. Bring your kids or your angling buddies with you and embark on a thrilling adventure with Captain Cheryl! Read More

Inshore, Jetty Fishing Charter in Galveston

Bay And Jetty Trip - 26' Century

100% (4)
26 ft 1 - 6 People $$
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Everything to Know About Booking a Trinity River light tackle fishing charter

What are the best light tackle fishing charters in Trinity River?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 108 light tackle fishing trips in Trinity River, and the most popular trips in the area are Jetties & Jaws: Reel in the Fun guided by Meghan, Galveston Inshore Trip guided by Ralph, and Half Day Bay - 24’ Kenner guided by Reggie.

Our guides in Trinity River are rated a 4.92 out of 5 based on 2549 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 Light Tackle Fishing charter in are Galveston, Texas City and Baytown.

Looking for kid friendly light tackle fishing guides / fishing lessons in Trinity River? Check out our beginner and family friendly light tackle fishing guides in Trinity River.

What types of light tackle fishing charters are common in Trinity River?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular for light tackle fishing in Trinity River as well as inshore fishing, jetty fishing, and nearshore fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for light tackle fishing in Trinity River are: 1. redfish, 2. speckled trout, 3. flounder, and 4. black drum.

How much do Trinity River light tackle fishing charters cost?

for light tackle fishing in Trinity River prices can range anywhere from about $525 to $2,000, but the average price for a half day trip for light tackle fishing in Trinity River is $815. The average price for a full day trip for light tackle fishing in Trinity River is $1,274.

What month is best for on a light tackle fishing charter in Trinity River?

The most popular season to go on a light tackle fishing charter in Trinity River is summer, and most anglers book their trips 3 days in advance.

Do I need a Trinity River fishing license and what are the bag limits in Trinity River?

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

Recent Reviews of Captain Experiences

  • ★★★★★
    Whenever I'm in Galveston or Houston for conventions group of us charters a fishing trip. Charles put us on fish and we put a variety of species in the boat...no limits, but fishing was steady. He unhooked and baited us up all day.. We typically fish CC to Pt Isabel in the Laguna Madre 15 or more times a year and boat 50 plus Trout each limits oof reds drum and flounder. We are experienced and I have a 23' Shoalwater and have fished the area since I was 10 years old. I have won numerous inshore tournaments inncluding THe Pt A DSR twice and Pt Mansfiield Tournament. over the years. Capt Charles knows the water and we found working bait... ifyou got baitfish... you have preditors. Great trip. Buster Williams

    Everett W. with Charles B. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Super friendly guide who worked his tail off for us.

    Shawn C. with Lg B. of Texas City, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Great time with Capt. Justen. He is very knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful. We caught a good mixed bag of fish and hope to go fishing with him again.

    Austin N. with Justen S. of Hitchcock, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Justen was amazing! Had us on fish all night between big reds and slot buster speckled trout we had a busy night and he kept up with us making sure we had everything we needed. I would plan a trip to Galveston just to go fishing with him again. Amazing experience!!

    Colin G. with Justen S. 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

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time on this Trip, the captain and crew were 10/10.

    John A. with Houston F. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Richard was fantastic! He was a wealth of knowledge about fishing in Galveston Bay. My family caught enough fish for a fresh supper.

    Ross H. with Richard C. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    5 stars for sure. Reggie was a pro. He put us on fish even when the weather messed up the conditions. I’d recommend Captain Reggie to anyone looking for a great fishing experience.

    Joe W. with Reggie R. 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

  • ★★★★★
    We booked with captain Ralph but we're switched to captain r Ryan. Both were great on the phone and informed us what to expect. Ryan was fantastic. Myself and two sons caught plenty of fish. I would highly recommend. We did the 6 hour trip.

    Jonathan H. with Ralph F. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Great experience . We were booked where anther captain could not take us and Captain Bubba gladly took us on. Captain Bubba knew what bait to bring which allowed catching experiences for us where the other boats were not catching . Highly recommend !!!

    Marshall S. with Cheryl A. 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

  • ★★★★★
    Loved it! It was a little slow since it was cold but Cory and Hunter made it entertaining!

    Leslie H. with Houston F. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    What awesome trip!!Mike is one of the best guides I have fished with! So helpful and knowledgeable! I can not go wrong fishing with him!

    Danny C. with Mike C. of Baytown, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Good went fishing for what I wanted to catch my luck was not so good but my boys did good

    Raymond P. with Ralph F. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Amazing time. Captain was extremely friendly and knowledgeable. We had about 2 hours before he wind came and made the most of it. We caught several reds , one keeper, several specks.2 keeps. Several black drum and flounder. I will be coming back. Thanks for a terrific day for my two sons and I. Jason Ellis

    Jason E. with Marty R. of Bolivar Peninsula, Texas

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