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Everything to Know About Booking a Bay City flats fishing charter

Why should I book a flats fishing charter in Bay City with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 15 flats trips in Bay City, and the most popular trips in the area are East/West Matagorda Bay guided by Nick, Matagorda E/W Bay Half Day guided by Jeff, and Wade East Matagorda guided by Jay.

Our guides in Bay City are rated a 5 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 flats guides / fishing lessons in Bay City? Check out our beginner and family friendly flats guides in Bay City.

What types of flats fishing charters are common in Bay City?

The most commonly sought after species for flats fishing are: 1. black drum, 2. flounder, 3. redfish, 4. speckled trout, and 5. sheepshead.

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

How much do Bay City flats fishing charters cost?

Prices for flats fishing in Bay City can range anywhere from about $600 to $5,135, but the average price for a half day trip for flats fishing in Bay City is $923. The average price for a full day trip for flats fishing in Bay City is $2,624.

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 flats fishing in Bay City?

The most popular season for flats fishing in Bay City is summer, and most anglers book their trips 16 days in advance.

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

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Amazing experience! Jeff was beyond great! My kids and I will definitely book with him again.

    Marisa M. | July 6, 2025

    Trip: Matagorda E/W Bay Half Day

  • ★★★★★
    Great time. Would go again

    Michael R. | June 30, 2025

    Trip: Half-Day Trip (Matagorda TX)

  • ★★★★★
    We enjoyed the trip with Jeff and crew. His communication was on point and the trip was of the highest quality. Thank s Captain Jeff!!

    Stefan C. | June 3, 2025

    Trip: Matagorda E/W Bay Half Day

  • ★★★★★
    Highly recommend Ron. Great captain, very knowledgeable. Took the time to work with me on my casting. I had a great day fishing!

    Leslie B. | April 12, 2025

    Trip: Matagorda Bay Fly Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Capt. Jeff put us on some fish!! Took us to a few places that each produced. I’d definitely go fishing with Jeff in the future.

    Saul M. | October 28, 2024

    Trip: Matagorda E/W Bay Half Day

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