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A Nearshore Party In Paradise

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27 ft 1 - 6 People $$
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State Water Adventure

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27 ft 1 - 6 People $$$
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Bay Fishing Trip

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24 ft 1 - 4 People $$
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50-Miler Trip

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33 ft 1 - 6 People $$$
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Freeport Inshore Slam

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23 ft 1 - 4 People $$
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Freeport San Luis Beach Bay Fishing

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23 ft 1 - 4 People $$

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trip description for State Waters Thrill 'n' Reel in Freeport

Hop on board with Captain Mike and experience an action-packed day of fishing in Surfside Beach! Captain Mike has over 35 years of experience fishing the Texas coast and is known for reelin’ in some trophy-sized fish! On these 8-hour adventures, you can expect to target Kingfish, Spanish Mackerel, Shark, and Cobia. For these trips, Captain Mike uses his 30' Century center console which can accommodate 6 anglers and has enough space for you and your entire group to fish all at once. You will travel up to 9 miles out of Surfside Beach. Captain Mike will provide tackle and artificial bait. You can purchase live bait for an extra fee. All you need to bring is a valid Texas fishing license, food and drinks of your choice (no glass), and some good company! Read More

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State Waters Thrill 'n' Reel

100% (1)
30 ft 1 - 6 People $$$
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trip description for Freeport on Light Tackle in Freeport

Morning and full-day trips will typically depart at sunrise (6:00 am summer and 7:00 am winter). If schedule allows we can adjust departure times to accommodate your requests. Evening departure times will depend on the time of year. Consumption of alcoholic beverages is allowed in moderation. However, if the consumption of alcohol becomes a safety issue, we reserve the right to terminate your trip early without a refund. You must always follow the captain’s instructions while on board. Our most important concern is your safety and the safety of everyone on board. You will be required to sign a Waiver and Release of Liability Agreement prior to boarding. The trip will not depart until all guests have signed this document Trips Include: All rods, reels, artificial lures and terminal tackle. (Live bait will be an additional cost), and If you wish to bring your own rods, reels and tackle, please contact us prior to your trip date. Ice, ice chests and bottled water will also be provided along with fuel and fish cleaning. Read More

Flats, Inshore, Jetty Fishing Charter in Freeport

Freeport On Light Tackle

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21 ft 1 - 4 People $$
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trip description for Full Day Deep Sea Trip in Freeport

On this trip, you'll launch from the Freeport Marina on board Captain Steve's 36' Cape Horn! She's equipped with triple Mercury 350s for a smooth ride offshore. This sleek sportfishing vessel can host up to six people, and you can choose how deep you want to go. If you're an offshore angler looking to knock a few species off your bucket list, this is the way to do it! Once you start fishing, you will be able to chase down a wide variety of offshore sportfish species, including Wahoo, Snapper, Grouper, Blackfin Tuna, and even some massive Sharks! Captain Steve and his crew will set you up with the rods, reels, bait, and tackle to ensure a successful fishing adventure. They'll also take care of cleaning and filleting your catches, so you can go home with a cooler full of delicious fish! On-board meals can be coordinated with Captain Steve in the days leading up to your trip, so all you will need to bring is your sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, and Texas fishing license. The fish are biting—book now and get one hooked! Read More

Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Freeport

Full Day Deep Sea Trip

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36 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 Nearshore Trips in Freeport

Climb aboard with Captain Mike and experience an action-packed day of fishing the beach fronts of Surfside Beach! Captain Mike has over 35 years of experience fishing the Texas coast and is known for reelin’ in some trophy-sized fish! On these 6-hour (half-day) and 8-hour (full-day) adventures, you can expect to target Redfish, Drum, Spanish Mackerel, and more species of fish. For these trips, Captain Mike uses his 24’ Bay Boat which can accommodate 6 anglers and has enough space for you and your entire group to fish all at once. Captain Mike will provide tackle and artificial bait. You can purchase live bait for an extra fee. All you need to bring is a valid Texas fishing license, food and drinks of your choice (no glass), and some good company! Read More

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Nearshore Trips

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30 ft 1 - 6 People $$
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trip description for Overnight 30 hr trip in Freeport

If you want to experience real deal deep-sea fishing, Captain Steve is your guy! This trip is 30 hours out on the water with lines in the water the hole time! You will leave the dock at the Freeport Marina around 6am and book it out 100 miles offshore where the water is between 300-1000 feet deep. You can expect to encounter some crazy specimens at these depths. Thus you'll be using heavy tackle to bring in the large snapper, 50 lb Gag & Black Grouper, big tuna, blue marlin, sailfish, swordfish and wahoo to name a few. Just let Captain Steve know if there is a species you wish to target and he will put his 30 years of experience to work to make it happen. Though you can catch them while the sun is up, most of these monster specimens like to feed at night which is why it is advantageous to stay overnight! Equipped with a restroom, a cushioned lounging area, and plenty of shade, Captain Steve's 36' Cape Horn sportfisher is the perfect vessel to hangout on while you wait to reel in your next catch as well. After you've caught your fill, you will return back to the dock around 12pm following day. Captain Steve will fillet your catch and send you on your way with an experience you wont soon forget! Captain Steve will provide everything you need to get you started on the right foot. Steve and crew offer, rods, reels, bait, tackle, and water. Meals for your trip can be coordinated with Capt. Steve in the days leading up to your trip, so all you will need to bring is your sunscreen, hat, sunglasses and please do not forget a one day Texas fishing license. 10%-15% gratuity tips are not required but appreciated Read More

Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Freeport

Overnight 30 Hr Trip

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36 ft 1 - 6 People $$$
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Everything to Know About Booking a Freeport light tackle fishing charter

What are the best light tackle fishing charters in Freeport?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 67 light tackle fishing trips in Freeport, and the most popular trips in the area are A Nearshore Party in Paradise guided by Rodney, State Water Adventure guided by Rodney, and Bay Fishing Trip guided by Ryan.

Our guides in Freeport are rated a 4.85 out of 5 based on 2560 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.

Another popular city nearby for booking a Light Tackle Fishing charter is Surfside Beach.

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

What types of light tackle fishing charters are common in Freeport?

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

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

How much do Freeport light tackle fishing charters cost?

for light tackle fishing in Freeport prices can range anywhere from about $550 to $1,350, but the average price for a half day trip for light tackle fishing in Freeport is $694. The average price for a full day trip for light tackle fishing in Freeport is $1,034.

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

The most popular season to go on a light tackle fishing charter in Freeport is summer, and most anglers book their trips 20 days in advance.

Do I need a Freeport fishing license and what are the bag limits 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.

Recent Reviews of Captain Experiences

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Charles gave us a trip of a lifetime. This trip will be hard to beat. Great patient knowledgeable guide.

    Gwen P. with Charles B. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time with Dean. Hard fishing but he never gave up. First cast put a 20” spec in the cooler and a couple more to follow. Will contact Dean for our next fishing trip. Highly recommended. Thanks- Don and Carol

    Kenneth D. with Dean M. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Dean is an excellent guide. He was so patient and did his best to find us the perfect fishing hole. We throughly enjoyed our trip and will definitely book Dean as our guide in the future!

    Kenneth D. with Dean M. 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

  • ★★★★★
    Dean was an awesome guide. He provided everything we needed to make this trip one heck of an experience. We caught plenty of fish at a nice size and really enjoyed pulling them in. My son (13) caught the biggest one Lol you should've seen the smile on his face. It was PRICELESS! :) We caught drum and trout that day. I have to say we a had a Damn good time! We will be back for sure! Catching good fish like that was a Blast! Good eating and too easy to catch. Dean put us right on the fish. Oh yea and did I mention Dean also filleted all the fish for us and zip locked it. We got back to the house heated up two pots of cooking oil made ourselves a seasoned batter and dropped that Fresh filleted fish in one of the Hot pots of oil and then dropped some french fries out the bag in the other. Let me tell you, we had ourselves a fish fry that day Jack! Big Shout to Dean AWESOME GUY and GUIDE!!

    Leon T. with Dean M. 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

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time with Cap Mike. We will be booking another trip with him again. He is a 10 out of 10. We highly recommend him to anyone

    John C. with Mike S. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Corey was absolutely amazing! We had fun caught several red fish, he is the best with kids big and small. We will back in the near future to fish with Captain Corey again.

    Andrea H. with Corey B. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Booked the charter for my husband for his birthday, and they had a great time!

    Amanda, A. with Reggie R. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip, me and my boys had a blast!

    Richard B. with Corey B. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Knowledgable and will put you on the fish!!

    Jacob L. with Michael M. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Micheal was very personable and educational.

    Tabitha C. with Michael M. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    By far the best captain around !

    Diego R. with Corey B. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Had an amazing time. Captain went above and beyond to make our trip enjoyable!

    Walter L. with Dean M. of Galveston, Texas

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