Damn Good Live Bait Fishing Charters In Texas

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Recently Booked Live Bait Fishing Charters In Texas

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Inshore Fishing in Galveston

Galveston Bay Adventure Awaits

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19 ft 1 - 4 People From $550
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Nearshore, Jetty Fishing in Port Isabel

Bottom Fishing And Jigging

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33 ft 1 - 12 People From $1,300
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Inshore, Lake Fishing in Port Arthur

Sabine Lake Redfish And Trout

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25 ft 1 - 6 People From $550
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Cast & Blast in Port O'Connor

Cast And Blast: Port O'Connor

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16 ft 1 - 4 People From $700
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Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore in Corpus Christi

Offshore Corpus

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Deep Sea Fishing in South Padre Island

12 Hour Offshore Pelagics

100% (16)
35 ft 1 - 6 People From $2,310

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Fishing in Destin
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Inshore, Flats Fishing in Freeport

Fishing Surfside/Freeport Bays

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23 ft 1 - 8 People From $450
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Inshore, Jetty, Flats in Port O'Connor

1/2 Day PM

100% (9)
23 ft 1 - 8 People From $600
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Fishing in Destin
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Inshore, Jetty Fishing in Galveston

6 Hr Group Bay & Jetty

100% (19)
24 ft 1 - 4 People From $750
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Deep Sea Fishing in Port Aransas

12 Hour Trip W/ac

100% (3)
40 ft 1 - 6 People From $3,600
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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Galveston

Galveston Bay Trout/Redfish

100% (18)
24 ft 1 - 4 People From $550
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Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty in Corpus Christi

Nearshore & Bay Fishing

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25 ft 1 - 4 People From $650
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Everything to Know About Booking a Texas live bait fishing charter

Why should I book a live bait fishing charter in Texas with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 99 live bait fishing trips in Texas, and the most popular trips in the area are Galveston Bay Adventure Awaits guided by Kevin, Bottom Fishing And Jigging guided by Jerrid, and Sabine Lake Redfish And Trout guided by Chris.

Our guides in Texas are rated a 4.98 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 live bait fishing guides / fishing lessons in Texas? Check out our beginner and family friendly live bait fishing guides in Texas.

What types of live bait fishing charters are common in Texas?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for live bait fishing in Texas as well as inshore fishing, nearshore fishing, and jetty fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for live bait fishing in Texas are: 1. black drum, 2. flounder, 3. redfish, 4. speckled trout, and 5. barracuda.

How much do Texas live bait fishing charters cost?

Prices for live bait fishing in Texas can range anywhere from about $500 to $2,200, but the average price for a half day trip for live bait fishing in Texas is $853. The average price for a full day trip for live bait fishing in Texas is $1,652.

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 live bait fishing charter in Texas?

The most popular season to go on a live bait fishing charter in Texas is summer, and most anglers book their trips 37 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 fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in Texas.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Mark was very communicative and helpful and a really great guy to spend the day fishing with! My family had a wonderful time and would book again.

    Daniel C. | December 3, 2025

    Trip: Coastal Bend Live Action!

  • ★★★★★
    A wonderful trip with a true professional. It was the blight of our trip.

    Mark N. | December 2, 2025

    Trip: Port Aransas Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    Joe took us on a wonderful and very active fishing trip. Joe has hosted me and my family prior so we knew we would enjoy another trip with him. He made us feel like family. Joe is very familiar with great fishing spots. He accommodates with great tips, instructions, and caters to everyone in the boat to ensure we had a wonderful experience. Thanks Joe look forward to seeing you on our next trip! Blessings and happy holidays!

    Toni W. | November 24, 2025

    Trip: Morning Relaxation - 25’ Sundance

  • ★★★★★
    First time fishing with Captain Jay and what a great trip! Probably the most fish I have ever caught on a single trip. He was extremely knowledgeable and a blast to fish with. Fished under birds and caught back to back Trout all morning that were just undersized. Jay knew we wanted keepers so we kept fishing till we got on a sand Trout honey hole. Captain Jay was kind enough to extend our trip so we could keep filling the ice chest. Thank you Cap! Look forward to our next trip with you.

    Jesse L. | November 8, 2025

    Trip: Fishing Surfside/Freeport Bays

  • ★★★★★
    We had a blast with Captain David. We spend a good amount of time going to different places to make sure we caught a few. I highly recommend booking your next fishing adventure with Captain David.

    Gilbert S. | November 6, 2025

    Trip: Port Aransas Inshore

Other Fishing Techniques in Texas

Hunting Techniques in Texas

  • Calling
  • Decoy Hunting
  • Hunting With Dogs
  • Hunting from a Blind
  • Shotgun Hunting

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