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Everything to Know About Booking a Texas bottom fishing charter
What are the best bottom fishing charters in Texas?
The best bottom fishing charters in Texas are:
- LAGUNA MADRE FISHING CO. guided by Rey R.
- Why knot outfitters guided by Robert O.
- Bar W Outfitters guided by Bryce W. with 12 years of experience
- Reel Smooth Guide Service guided by Michael M. with 32 years of experience
- Fish In The Box guided by Marc V.
Why should I book a bottom fishing charter in Texas with Captain Experiences?
Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 73 bottom fishing trips in Texas, and the most popular trips in the area are Overnight Bluewater Tuna Trip guided by Mike, Offshore Trophy Hunt guided by Shannon, and 10 Hour Trip W/ac! guided by Addison.
Our guides in Texas are rated a 4.86 out of 5 based on 9629 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 bottom fishing guides / fishing lessons in Texas? Check out our beginner and family friendly bottom fishing guides in Texas.
What types of bottom fishing charters are common in Texas?
Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for bottom fishing in Texas as well as inshore fishing, flats fishing, and jetty fishing.
The most commonly sought after species for bottom fishing in Texas are: 1. redfish, 2. speckled trout, 3. black drum, 4. flounder, and 5. sheepshead.
How much do Texas bottom fishing charters cost?
Prices for bottom fishing in Texas can range anywhere from about $550 to $4,800, but the average price for a half day trip for bottom fishing in Texas is $959. The average price for a full day trip for bottom fishing in Texas is $2,597.
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 bottom fishing charter in Texas?
The most popular season to go on a bottom fishing charter in Texas is summer, and most anglers book their trips 24 days in advance.
Do I need a Texas fishing license and what are the bag limits in Texas?
See here for more information on fishing licenses in Texas, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in Texas. When in doubt, your guide will always know all the relevant rules and regulations in Texas.
Recent Reviews
Derek did a fantastic job. Had a great time. He knows where the fish are and you’ll catch plenty. Would definitely go again.
Tyler M. | October 23, 2026
Trip: Bass Fishing Lake Austin
Captain Robert very personable. Put us on some bull reds shortly after the front came through. Caught 4 reds, 34 to 38 inches. Highly recommended.
Terry A. | October 18, 2026
Trip: Galveston Jetty Trip
Had a great trip. Michael was an awesome guide.
Drew K. | October 16, 2026
What a great charter experience. Captain Tony and deck hand Albert were fantastic. They did their best on some rough water to keep us comfortable and on the fish. We got our limit of red snapper and we caught some other species along the way. They were great with my small children. They kept the piles rigged and bait on the hooks. Of all the charters that I’ve taken my family on, this one was by far their favorite. I can’t give a higher recommendation.
Phil | October 15, 2026
Great Captains! Great trip! Will do it again.
Ryan M. | October 13, 2026
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The Best Places to Fish in Texas
- Aransas Pass, TX
- Athens, TX
- Austin, TX
- Bastrop, TX
- Baytown, TX
- Bolivar Peninsula, TX
- Brookeland, TX
- Brownsville, TX
- Buchanan Lake Village, TX
- Burnet, TX
- Canyon Lake, TX
- Corpus Christi, TX
- Cottonwood Shores, TX
- Dallas, TX
- DeSoto, TX
- Etoile, TX
- Freeport, TX
- Galveston, TX
- Hitchcock, TX
- Houston, TX
- Huntsville, TX
- Kingsland, TX
- Lamar, TX
- Little Elm, TX
- Llano, TX
- Matagorda, TX
- Montgomery, TX
- Onalaska, TX
- Palacios, TX
- Paradise, TX
- Port Aransas, TX
- Port Arthur, TX
- Port Isabel, TX
- Port Mansfield, TX
- Port O'Connor, TX
- Pottsboro, TX
- Quinlan, TX
- Quitman, TX
- Rio Hondo, TX
- Rockport, TX
- Rockwall, TX
- Roma, TX
- San Antonio, TX
- Sargent, TX
- Scroggins, TX
- Seabrook, TX
- South Padre Island, TX
- Spicewood, TX
- Surfside Beach, TX
- Texas City, TX
- Tivoli, TX
- Webster, TX
- Wharton, TX
- Whitney, TX
- Willis, TX
- Winter Hill, TX
- Yantis, TX
- Zapata, TX
