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Matagorda Mayhem

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24 ft 1 - 4 People From $600
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Matagorda E/W Bay Half Day

100% (1) Guided by Jeff
25 ft 1 - 10 People From $500
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Matagorda E/W Bay Half Day Pm Trip

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25 ft 1 - 10 People From $500
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100% (2) Guided by Reyes
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Deep Sea Fishing Charter near Matagorda

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Half Day Bay Fishing With Captain Harry

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What are the best live bait fishing charters in Matagorda?

The best live bait fishing charters in Matagorda are:

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 11 live bait fishing trips in Matagorda, and the most popular trips in the area are Gettin' On 'Em Down in Matagorda guided by Fern, Matagorda "Texas Trio" guided by Reyes, and Half day trip - Bay guided by Joe.

Our guides in Matagorda are rated a 4.83 out of 5 based on 3821 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 Matagorda? Check out our beginner and family friendly live bait fishing guides in Matagorda.

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

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

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

How much do Matagorda live bait fishing charters cost?

Prices for live bait fishing in Matagorda can range anywhere from about $600 to $10,335, but the average price for a half day trip for live bait fishing in Matagorda is $926. The average price for a full day trip for live bait fishing in Matagorda is $4,838.

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 Matagorda?

The most popular season to go on a live bait fishing charter in Matagorda is spring, and most anglers book their trips 23 days in advance.

Do I need a Matagorda fishing license and what are the bag limits in Matagorda?

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Capt. Ross is a great guy and guide. We had a less than ideal weather pattern, but still caught keeper reds and puppy drum. It rained hard on us but he kept me on fish

    Eric K. | November 1, 2024

    Trip: POC Fishing Frenzy

  • ★★★★★
    Capt. Jeff put us on some fish!! Took us to a few places that each produced. I’d definitely go fishing with Jeff in the future.

    Saul M. | October 28, 2024

    Trip: Matagorda E/W Bay Half Day

  • ★★★★★
    Never use Captain Experiences for booking a fishing trip. They keep a huge sum of money up front-- money that I would prefer to go those who actually do the work- the fishing guide.

    Phyllis P. | September 25, 2024

    Trip: Palacios Angling Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    Joe was extremely knowledgeable about spots to hit. Even when other captains weren’t catching anything, he found a way to get us to spots where we, not only caught 3 large redfish, but quite a bit of other fish. The tour was extremely enjoyable and a lot of fun. I would highly recommend Joe. A Great a time!!

    Marche W. | August 28, 2024

    Trip: Half day trip - Bay

  • ★★★★★
    James did an excellent job. The fishing was very slow during the day but he kept us moving in an effort to find them which we eventually did. Both of us ended the day with our limits. Easy to talk too. Very knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend him to anyone and I’m planing to go with him again next time.

    Jason H. | July 20, 2024

    Trip: Tortuga Flats Fishing Fiesta

  • ★★★★★
    Mike was great with our two kids. He was extremely patient and chill even during a situation where some equipment got damaged. We went to several different spots to find the fish, and he let everyone fish to their ability.

    Justin D. | June 29, 2024

    Trip: Freeport San Luis Beach Bay Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Justen was absolutely awesome I had a blast. He got me onto the target species I wanted instantly as well as other that I've never caught before. Top notch captain, gear and boat couldn't ask for better will definitely be booking with him again. Non stop action!

    Mathew B. | May 8, 2024

    Trip: Galveston Bay Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    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. | April 13, 2024

    Trip: Galveston Bay Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Doug is a phenomenal guide! He quickly made us feel like family. Fishing was supposed to be hard, but everywhere he took us, we caught fish. The only problem we had was he helped the women catch the biggest catch LOL! Thank you for a great time!

    Rodney J. | March 24, 2024

    Trip: 1/2 Day PM

  • ★★★★★
    very good guide with Ross, he tries to please,

    Dusty E. | October 25, 2023

    Trip: POC Fishing Frenzy

  • ★★★★★
    Terry was by far the best guide we’ve had in Matagorda! It’s obvious he knows the bay & where the fish are, in addition to being very personable and attentive to our team. A++++

    Julia B. | October 8, 2023

    Trip: Full Day Fishing - 25’ Dargle

  • ★★★★★
    Great experience with a very knowledgeable and hardworking captain. Appreciate your service to this country as well. Matt and Jan see you in October!!

    Jan C. | August 13, 2023

    Trip: POC Fishing Frenzy

  • ★★★★★
    Awesome trip with Captain Collin. He put us on the fish!

    Thomas D. | August 10, 2023

    Trip: Port O'Connor Inshore Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    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.

    Amy P. | July 9, 2023

    Trip: A Nearshore Party in Paradise

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Reyes did an outstanding job. My son and I had planned to meet him in Matagorda and fish East Matagorda Bay. A few days before the trip, he texted suggesting that we meet him in Palacios and fish West Matagorda Bay because he’d had several days of good catches there. We agreed and had a great day on the water. We caught our limit of speckled trout and had a good haul of black drum. He was very attentive and hardworking. I highly recommend him.

    Tom N. | May 30, 2023

    Trip: Matagorda "Texas Trio"

  • ★★★★★
    Ryan worked his butt off and everybody caught something. Trip ended on a high note with a 27 inch trout.

    Roy M. | April 6, 2023

    Trip: Bay Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Robert did an excellent job getting us on some fish and taking care of us! Would definitely recommend!!

    Colleen S. | March 26, 2023

    Trip: Freeport on Light Tackle

  • ★★★★★
    Mosquitos mosquitos mosquitos. Fish weren’t biting today but still a good time.

    Brad M. | February 25, 2023

    Trip: Full Day Bay Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Capt Jon was great! He agreed to go out, even though it was so windy and cold and made sure we had a fun time, even if we didn’t expect to have much luck given the conditions. We were victorious over the gulls however and got several great fish!

    Elizabeth S. | November 16, 2022

    Trip: Full Day or Half-day Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Our best Red day ever. Capt Doug was awesome. Thank you

    Preston M. | September 26, 2022

    Trip: 1/2 Day AM

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