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A Nearshore Party In Paradise

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27 ft 1 - 6 People $$
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Freeport Run - 38' Luhrs

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Offshore Thrills

100% (7)
33 ft 1 - 6 People $$$
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State Water Adventure

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27 ft 1 - 6 People $$$
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50-Miler Trip

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33 ft 1 - 6 People $$$
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30 ft 1 - 6 People $$$

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trip description for Freeport Nearshore Action in Freeport

Head out to Freeport, Texas for a wicked nearshore adventure with Captain Rodney! Captain Rodney will show you various reefs and wrecks, explore the jetties, and or troll the nearshore water all brimming with quality fish and surrounded by beautiful nature. Captain Rodney will help you chase Cobia, King Mackerel, Big Redfish, and many other seasonal species (Like Red Snapper). For these 5-hour trips, Captain Rodney will take you out aboard his brand new 33' WorldCat. This puppy is powered by two brand new 2022 Suzuki 300hp motors and all the latest technology and gear. This vessel is set up to provide a luxuruious and comfortable experience for you half day adventure! These trips are great for families - Captain Rodney loves teaching little ones about the various species that call the Gulf of Mexico home. Make sure to bring a valid Texas fishing license as well as snacks and drinks of your choice (no glass). Everything else is included in the trip price - rods, reels, tackle, bait, fuel and an icebox for snacks and drinks, so you don't have to worry about surprise fees when you get back to the dock! FUEL IS INCLUDED IN ALL PRICING!!! Read More

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Freeport Nearshore Action

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33 ft 1 - 6 People $$
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trip description for Freeport Offshore Run - 38' Luhrs in Freeport

Climb aboard this one-of-a-kind sport fishe for a luxury seafaring experience with Captain JT and Danny. At 38 feet long and almost 14 feet wide, the vessel offers lots of shaded space, two AC systems, satellite TV and music, and a legendary hull design. Needless to say, you will be much more comfortable than on most other boats. It’s equipped with state-of-the-art electronics, safety equipment including a satellite phone, EPIRB, and 8 man life raft. The two captains run trips often at the same time; Danny is the fishing expert, and JT is a diving expert. Their 38' Luhrs is powered by twin 420 horsepower Yanmar diesel engines that are meticulously maintained. For fishing, the equipment includes premium bottom fishing rods and reels, Penn international bent butt trolling rod and reels, and two heavy-duty electric reels for deep dropping in 350 + feet. The navigation system has more than 3000 way points saved over the years known to hold fish. The tackle on board will accommodate all types of possible offshore fishing. 10 Hour Charters targets reef fish like snappers and grouper. Surface fishing for kingfish and ling. 12 Hour Charter adds fishing deeper wrecks and rigs for amberjack, grouper, shark, golden tile, and barrel fish as well as trolling for Mahi, wahoo, and blackfin tuna. 14-hour trips allow more time spent over deepwater wrecks and rigs and usually correlate with more and bigger fish! Read More

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Freeport Offshore Run - 38' Luhrs

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38 ft 1 - 6 People $$$
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trip description for Overnight Offshore - 38' Luhrs in Freeport

Get ready for an epic 24-hour Offshore adventure with Captains JT and Danny chasing the big boys like Marlin, Tile Fish, Grouper, and Tuna! You will launch from Freeport around 10 am aboard their one-of-a-kind sport fisher for a luxury seafaring experience. At 38 feet long and almost 14 feet wide, the vessel offers lots of shaded space, two AC systems, satellite TV and music, and a legendary hull design. Needless to say, you will be much more comfortable than on most other boats. It’s equipped with state-of-the-art electronics, safety equipment including a satellite phone, epirb, and 8 man life raft. The beautiful vessel is powered by twin 420 horsepower Yanmar diesel engines that are meticulously maintained by Captain JT. After Captain JT has cranked up the engines, you'll motor offshore a ways to spend the day bottom fishing for Grouper, Golden tile, Amberjack and whatever else emerges from the blue depths! When the bite slows down toward the afternoon, Captains JT and Danny will haul in the lines, and motor out a little deeper to the 80-110 mile range. While you get some much-needed R&R, they will get the boat into position for the Tuna bite early the next morning. The Tuna bite is usually on a couple of hours before sunrise, so after a couple of hours of sleep, you'll wake up around 4 am to start jigging for Tuna! This is one of the only times slots when big tuna come up from the deep to feed and they are usually swimming back down to deeper water by the time the sun comes up. So you'll jig until that sun comes up then troll around in the rest of the morning before you motor back in! In terms of gear, we will come fully equipped with all the premium bottom fishing rods and reels, Penn international bent butt trolling rod and reels, and two heavy-duty electric reels for deep dropping down 350+ feet. The navigation system has more than 3000 waypoints saved over the years so they can pinpoint these feeding grounds easily as well! Read More

Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Freeport

Overnight Offshore - 38' Luhrs

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38 ft 1 - 6 People $$$
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trip description for Deep into Bluewater in Freeport

Offshore trips (a.k.a deep sea, bluewater) are run outside of 9 miles in US federal waters aboard “Killing Time”. At about 20 to 40 miles from shore, you can fish for Red Snapper, King Mackerel, Mahi Mahi (Dorado), Spanish Mackerel, Ling (Cobia), and Shark. Captain Rodney and his crew will come prepared with all the gear, bait, tackle and water you will need to have a successful adventure out on the open ocean. Bring your favorite beverages, sunscreen, and your Texas fishing license and strap in for an adventure of a lifetime! Read More

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Deep Into Bluewater

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31 ft 1 - 6 People $$$
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trip description for Freeport State Water Adventure in Freeport

Climb aboard the one-of-a-kind sport fisher for a luxury seafaring experience with Captain JT and Danny. At 38 feet long and almost 14 feet wide, the vessel offers lots of shaded space, two AC systems, satellite TV and music, and a legendary hull design. Needless to say, you will be much more comfortable than on most other boats. It’s equipped with state-of-the-art electronics, safety equipment including a satellite phone, epirb, and 8 man life raft. Two captains run trips often at the same time, Danny is the fishing expert, and JT is a diving expert. The boat is powered by twin 420 horsepower Yanmar diesel engines that are meticulously maintained by the Captains. For fishing, the equipment includes premium bottom fishing rods and reels, Penn international bent butt trolling rod and reels. The navigation system has more than 3000-way points saved over the years known to hold fish. The tackle on board will accommodate all types of possible offshore fishing. These Half-Day adventures will stay within the state water line (less the 10 miles from shore) hitting the jetties, ship channels, and nearshore waters where you can troll for Kingfish, Bonito, Sharks and occasionally Mahi and Ling (Cobia) when they sneak close enough inshore. Read More

Jetty, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Freeport

Freeport State Water Adventure

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38 ft 1 - 6 People $$
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trip description for Ultimate Offshore Adventure in Freeport

Head on down to Freeport Texas and experience an action-packed day of offshore fishing with Captain Rodney aboard his bad-to-the-bone 33' World Cat! He and his crew are some of the best on the Texas coast, and are excited to show you all the best techniques and secret fishing grounds to chase down your target fish. For these 12 hour trips you can decide what fish you would like to target, whether thats bottom fishing for snapper and grouper, trolling for Mackerel and Mahi, or trying to poke it further offshore to chase Tuna! His 33TE WorldCat is powered by two brand new 2022 Suzuki 300hp motors and is totally set up for bluewater, long range trips and is federally permitted for Red Snapper, Amberjack, Grouper and Tuna. Make sure to bring a valid Texas fishing license as well as snacks and drinks of your choice (no glass). Captain Rodney and his crew will provide the rest - rods, reels, tackle, fuel, bait, and an iced-down cooler for your favorite beverages and snacks of choice. Everything is included so you don't have to worry about any surprise fees when you get back to the dock! FUEL IS INCLUDED IN ALL PRICING!!! Read More

Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Freeport

Ultimate Offshore Adventure

100% (1)
33 ft 1 - 6 People $$$
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Everything to Know About Booking a Freeport cobia fishing charter

What are the best cobia fishing charters in Freeport?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 30 cobia trips in Freeport, and the most popular trips in the area are A Nearshore Party in Paradise guided by Rodney, Freeport Run - 38' Luhrs guided by JT, and Offshore Thrills guided by Rodney.

Our guides in Freeport are rated a 4.72 out of 5 based on 2575 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.

Looking for kid friendly cobia guides / fishing lessons in Freeport? Check out our beginner and family friendly cobia guides in Freeport.

What types of cobia fishing charters are common in Freeport?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular for cobia in Freeport as well as nearshore fishing and jetty fishing.

The most common fishing techniques in Freeport are trolling, bottom fishing, and heavy tackle fishing but jigging and drift fishing are popular as well.

How much do Freeport cobia fishing charters cost?

for cobia in Freeport prices can range anywhere from about $1,000 to $2,555, but the average price for a half day trip for cobia in Freeport is $978. The average price for a full day trip for cobia in Freeport is $1,827.

What month is best for cobia fishing in Freeport?

The most popular season for cobia fishing in Freeport is summer, and most anglers book their trips 19 days in advance.

Do I need a Freeport fishing license for cobia and what are the bag limits for cobia in Freeport?

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

What is cobia fishing in Freeport all about?

Cobia fishing in Freeport offers anglers an exciting opportunity to target these powerful and prized game fish in the waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Also known as ling or lemonfish, cobia are known for their impressive size, strength, and delicious flesh, making them a sought-after catch among anglers of all levels. Found in both nearshore and offshore waters, cobia can be encountered around reefs, wrecks, jetties, and floating structures throughout the Freeport area.

One effective technique for cobia fishing in Freeport is sight fishing, particularly around nearshore structures such as jetties or buoys where cobia often congregate. Anglers scan the surface for cobia cruising near the surface or swimming alongside other marine life, such as rays or turtles. Once spotted, anglers can cast live bait such as eels, pinfish, or blue runners, or artificial lures such as swimbaits or bucktail jigs to entice strikes from these powerful predators.

In addition to sight fishing, anglers in Freeport can also target cobia using bottom fishing techniques around offshore reefs, wrecks, and oil rigs. Drifting or anchoring near structure and presenting live bait on heavy tackle can entice strikes from hungry cobia. Anglers must be prepared for strong and determined fights when hooked into a cobia, as these fish are known for their powerful runs and acrobatic leaps. With its abundance of nearshore and offshore fishing opportunities, Freeport promises anglers an exhilarating cobia fishing experience amidst the scenic beauty of the Texas Gulf Coast.

What are the most popular months to fish for cobia fishing in Freeport?

In Freeport, cobia seasons offer anglers distinct periods of opportunity to target these prized game fish in the waters of the Gulf of Mexico. While cobia can be found in Freeport's waters throughout the year, certain seasons present more favorable conditions for successful encounters. Generally, the peak seasons for cobia fishing in Freeport coincide with the warmer months of late spring through early fall when these fish are more abundant and active along the coast and in offshore waters.

During the spring months, cobia migrate along the coast, following warmer water temperatures and baitfish migrations. As they move into nearshore and offshore waters, cobia become more accessible to anglers in areas such as reefs, wrecks, jetties, and floating structures. This period offers prime conditions for sight fishing, as cobia can often be spotted cruising near the surface or swimming alongside other marine life.

As summer progresses into fall, cobia fishing in Freeport remains productive, with these fish continuing to patrol the coastal and offshore waters in search of prey. Anglers may need to adapt their tactics as water temperatures fluctuate and baitfish behavior changes, but opportunities to encounter cobia persist throughout the season. By understanding the seasonal movements and behaviors of cobia, anglers can maximize their chances of success and enjoy thrilling battles with these powerful and elusive predators in Freeport's productive fishing grounds.

What techniques are popular for catching cobia in Freeport?

Cobia fishing in Freeport demands a blend of strategic techniques to attract and successfully hook these powerful game fish. One effective method is sight fishing, particularly around nearshore structures such as jetties, buoys, or floating debris where cobia often gather. Anglers scan the surface for cobia cruising near the surface or swimming alongside other marine life, such as rays or turtles. Once spotted, anglers can cast live bait such as eels, pinfish, or blue runners, or artificial lures such as swimbaits or bucktail jigs to entice strikes from these powerful predators.

In addition to sight fishing, anglers in Freeport can target cobia using bottom fishing techniques around offshore reefs, wrecks, and oil rigs. Drifting or anchoring near structure and presenting live bait on heavy tackle can also attract strikes from hungry cobia. Anglers must be prepared for strong and determined fights when hooked into a cobia, as these fish are known for their powerful runs and acrobatic leaps. Using stout rods and reels equipped with high-strength line is essential for handling the intense fights that cobia are famous for.

Another effective technique for cobia fishing in Freeport is trolling. Anglers can troll along the edges of reefs, channels, or baitfish schools with diving plugs, spoons, or skirted lures to entice strikes from cruising cobia. Varying the speed and depth of the trolling presentation can increase the chances of encountering cobia, especially when targeting them in deeper waters or areas with strong currents. With a combination of sight fishing, bottom fishing, and trolling techniques, anglers can maximize their chances of success when targeting cobia in Freeport's productive fishing grounds.

What other species are popular in Freeport?

Aside from targeting cobia, Freeport offers anglers a diverse array of other species to pursue, ensuring a rich and varied fishing experience. One notable species is the red snapper, renowned for its firm flesh and challenging fight. Red snapper inhabit the offshore reefs, wrecks, and oil rigs around Freeport, where they feed on a variety of prey including fish, crustaceans, and squid. Anglers often target red snapper using bottom fishing techniques with live bait such as squid, cut bait, or small fish, as well as artificial lures like jigs or soft plastics.

Another sought-after species in Freeport is the king mackerel, known for its powerful runs and aggressive strikes. King mackerel can be found in both nearshore and offshore waters, particularly around reefs, wrecks, and bait schools. Anglers targeting king mackerel often use trolling techniques with diving plugs, spoons, or skirted baits to entice strikes. Live bait fishing with live pogies, blue runners, or mullet can also be effective for enticing king mackerel to bite.

Additionally, anglers in Freeport can target a variety of offshore species, including mahi-mahi, grouper, tuna, and wahoo, among others. Venturing offshore to reefs, wrecks, and oil rigs provides anglers with opportunities to encounter these hard-fighting and delicious species using techniques such as trolling, bottom fishing, and jigging. With its rich biodiversity and abundance of fishing opportunities, Freeport promises anglers an unforgettable fishing experience along the Texas Gulf Coast.

Recent Reviews of Captain Experiences

  • ★★★★★
    Had an outstanding time!

    Henry C. with Rodney C. of Freeport, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Cole and his first mate Liam were great! They put us on the fish and we both got our limits on 3 different species!

    Zach M. with Leaf P. of Freeport, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    My boys had a great time fishing. Thank you Captain Rodney!

    Christina . with Rodney C. of Freeport, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    We had an amazing time. Rodney and Ethan were not only very helpful and professional, they were friendly and made the trip enjoyable. When the fish we were catching were too small to keep Rodney took us to another spot where we caught larger fish and 3 sharks! I cannot wait to come back. Maybe this will be a yearly trip for us from now on. Great Captain and First Mate.

    Tanesha M. with Rodney C. of Freeport, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    The guide was not inviting. He never introduced himself and had no concern for our well being. We had two guests who were sea sick and he never showed any concern. While he did finally agree to bring them back to shore, his lack of respect for us as customers and human beings was not professional.

    Dustin P. with Rodney H. of Freeport, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    We had an awesome trip! The weather and the seas were perfect. Captain Rodney and crew put us right on the fish and they were extremely accommodating plus they were on the spot getting fish in the boat and re-baiting hooks. Will book again!!!

    Darren C. with Rodney C. of Freeport, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time me and the guys really enjoyed the trip!...

    George M. with Rodney C. of Freeport, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Love Mike and Deisy, we had a great time fishing and lunch, we will be back….

    Larry W. with Mike S. of Freeport, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Aaron and Captain Eric were awesome! They both worked their tails off the entire trip. I would definitely book another trip with them again!

    Justin D. with Rodney H. of Freeport, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    This was our second trip this year with Captain Mitchell and we had a blast. This guy knows fishing! He has yet to let us down in finding the good fish!

    George M. with Rodney C. of Freeport, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Put us right on them, very fun trip and comfortable boat.

    Kyle M. with Rodney C. of Freeport, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Crew worked hard to get us on as many fish as possible. Very good trip and would definitely use them again if back in the area.

    Chad L. with Rodney C. of Freeport, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    What a great day we had. Captain Mitch and Deckhand Jerry were exceptional! Well informed, knowledgeable about the fish and the tactics to catch them. They were fun, accommodating and even went out of their way to make me comfortable when I got a little sick.

    George M. with Rodney C. of Freeport, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Marshall and Ethan put us on the fish, had a great time

    Larry B. with Rodney C. of Freeport, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    We had a fantastic day fishing with James! He put us in a great spot and we caught lots of big Reds! My dad and my boys and I will definitely be back!

    Michael C. with Rodney H. of Freeport, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Epic fishing trip! Friends and family fishing is good but fishing with these guys is great. Extremely professional crew (Capt. James) with extensive experience. They separate the real from the fake; they blow the competition out of the water. I give them two thumbs up, 5 stars, and a 100% recommendation.

    Allan S. with Rodney H. of Freeport, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    AMAZING! Captain Aaron was great. It was a day to remember and we will absolutely be back.

    Jennifer M. with Rodney H. of Freeport, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Marshall was great! He will work his butt off. The Owners were real nice and knowledgeable of their business. Our next fishing trip we will use Outkast again!

    Thomas D. with Rodney H. of Freeport, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time on our trip, to do it again

    Richard S. with Rodney H. of Freeport, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Want to give a big, "Thanks!" to Jonathan at Captain Experiences for hooking me and my family up with Captain Mike and Daisy out of Surfside Beach, TX. Captain Mike took us right where the fish were right off the bat on our first stop where we caught our limit of red snapper including a 32", 22 pounder! We were also able to "rescue" some king fish out of the water as well. We thoroughly enjoyed our time deep sea fishing and look forward to our next outing.

    Brock P. with Mike S. of Freeport, Texas

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