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South Padre Island Fishing 4 Hrs

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26 ft 1 - 8 People From $450
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Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter in Port Isabel

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25 ft 1 - 6 People From $425
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Red Snapper Slam (Weekend)

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40 ft 1 - 6 People From $2,600
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Deep Sea, Nearshore, Jetty Fishing Charter in Port Isabel

Bottom Fishing And Jigging SPI

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33 ft 1 - 12 People From $650
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8 Hour Deep Sea Fishing

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Deep Sea, Nearshore, Jetty Fishing Charter in South Padre Island

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Offshore Thrills Weekend

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Everything to Know About Booking a Texas mangrove snapper fishing charter

What are the best mangrove snapper fishing charters in Texas?

Why should I book a mangrove snapper fishing charter in Texas with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 48 mangrove snapper trips in Texas, and the most popular trips in the area are South Padre Island fishing 4 hrs guided by Zach, Full or Half Day Inshore guided by Arturo, and Red Snapper Slam (Weekend) guided by Houston.

Our guides in Texas are rated a 4.87 out of 5 based on 3716 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 mangrove snapper guides / fishing lessons in Texas? Check out our beginner and family friendly mangrove snapper guides in Texas.

What types of mangrove snapper fishing charters are common in Texas?

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

The most common fishing techniques in Texas are bottom fishing, light tackle fishing, and artificial lure fishing but drift fishing and live bait fishing are popular as well.

How much do Texas mangrove snapper fishing charters cost?

Prices for mangrove snapper in Texas can range anywhere from about $648 to $4,200, but the average price for a half day trip for mangrove snapper in Texas is $967. The average price for a full day trip for mangrove snapper in Texas is $3,129.

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 mangrove snapper fishing in Texas?

The most popular season for mangrove snapper fishing in Texas is summer, and most anglers book their trips 17 days in advance.

Do I need a Texas fishing license for mangrove snapper and what are the bag limits for mangrove snapper 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

  • ★★★★★
    Me and my family went out with captain Zach and had an awesome day. Weather wasn’t in our favour but made the best of it and landed some fish! Captain Zach was very helpful, runs good fishing gear and has a beautiful boat. Will be booking our next trip with him when we’re back in south Padre for a family vacation!

    Dallas C. | November 13, 2024

    Trip: South Padre Island fishing 4 hrs

  • ★★★★★
    Ruben was amazing! He knew the areas to go to catch fish, but we got so much more. We saw dolphins swimming, learned more about the area, and caught so many fish! His recommendations for where to take our fish for dinner was also great! We will book another trip with him!

    Stan A. | October 27, 2024

    Trip: Laguna Madre Shallows Trip

  • ★★★★★
    My husband and son had a great time with Blake. There were definitely enough fish biting to keep my son's attention for the 4 hour trip.

    Andrea M. | October 21, 2024

    Trip: Galveston Bay Trophy Hunt

  • ★★★★★
    We had an amazing time fishing with Captain Cliff in South Padre Island! He was incredibly patient and helpful throughout the trip, ensuring we were comfortable and had a great experience. The boat was spacious and well-maintained, giving us plenty of room to enjoy our time on the water. Captain Cliff was friendly, timely, and took us to some fantastic fishing spots. We highly recommend him for anyone looking for a fun and successful fishing adventure!

    Lance K. | October 7, 2024

    Trip: 5 hour pro flats

  • ★★★★★
    Arturo is a great guide - knows his spots but also reads the area to move to the fish.

    Brody T. | October 5, 2024

    Trip: Full or Half Day Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    Great time! captain experience made booking very easy. Cliff our captain was great!

    John C. | August 3, 2024

    Trip: Family Friendly Fishing Adventures

  • ★★★★★
    Excellent trip, everyone had a good time. Limited out on snapper. Will use him again and refer him to others.

    Brian H. | August 2, 2024

    Trip: Texas Gulf Coast Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Arturo was great. He was patient in explaining all kinds of things and teaching us about casting, reeling, and filleting - if you want to learn some things, you can’t go wrong with Arturo!

    David M. | July 29, 2024

    Trip: Full or Half Day Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    Great captain and crew. While weather didn’t cooperate the crew did a great job keeping us engaged. Boat was great and hightly recommend.

    Vee G. | July 21, 2024

    Trip: Red Snapper Slam (Weekend)

  • ★★★★★
    Ladies loved the trip and caught big fish. One trout was 24" and was released due to conservation rules. One of our reds needed a tag to keep. Highly recommend Alana as a fun and knowledgeable fishing guide in SPI.

    Rick J. | July 15, 2024

    Trip: Lower Laguna Madre Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    Jeff was simply the best! Him and Devin were very helpful with my son! Highly recommend to anyone new to charter fishing or just want a good time! Can't wait to do it again!

    George L. | July 3, 2024

    Trip: State Offshore 33' Stamas

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Cory was awesome! Very knowledgeable. We had a great time. Highly recommend!!

    Paul E. | June 16, 2024

    Trip: Offshore Thrills Weekend

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Alana was a joy to fish with. She’s knowledgeable and fun. Highly recommend.

    Kory U. | June 16, 2024

    Trip: Lower Laguna Madre Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time with Cliff. We requested to catch Trout and he put us on them right away. Very knowledgeable and willing to share information on how to catch the target species.

    John C. | May 4, 2024

    Trip: 5 hour pro flats

  • ★★★★★
    Rueben did a great job!!! He put us on fish. You should try him out.

    Brian P. | February 24, 2024

    Trip: Laguna Madre Shallows Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Cliff did a great job on finding fish to get our limit. He is very well experienced and professional.

    Matt S. | February 15, 2024

    Trip: Family Friendly Fishing Adventures

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Alana was awesome! Very professional, had the boat clean and gear ready to go as soon as we got to the dock we were off. Boat was good size had plenty of room for everyone to walk around. Even took us close to the launch site to see the Space X Starship. She was constantly on the phone with other guides trying to find the best bite possible. We caught Speckled Trout, large Catfish and saw a bunch of large red drums but even hitting them in the head with the bait they wouldn't bite... Had a weather change and rockets going off in the area so may have had something to do with it. But we were the only boat that day really catching anything. I would highly recommend Captain Alana. Will decently book her for future visits to go Tarpon Fishing!!!

    Bret S. | November 28, 2023

    Trip: Lower Laguna Madre Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    These are some of the friendliest guys ever. Can’t wait to come back

    Katie M. | September 4, 2023

    Trip: Red Snapper Slam (Weekday)

  • ★★★★★
    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. | August 2, 2023

    Trip: Snapper & Offshore - 32' Cat

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Houston’s crew (Bobby and Gabriel) was awesome. My family and I had a great experience and made crazy fun memories. Recommend deep sea fishing with these guys highly. Thanks Kevin

    Kevin M. | July 31, 2023

    Trip: Offshore Thrills Weekend

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