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Matagorda E/W Bay Half Day Pm Trip

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Freeport State Water Adventure

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Everything to Know About Booking a Matagorda nearshore fishing charter

What are the best nearshore fishing charters in Matagorda?

The best nearshore fishing charters in Matagorda are:

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 3 nearshore trips in Matagorda, and the most popular trips in the area are Matagorda E/W Bay Half Day guided by Jeff, Beach Shark Fishing guided by Steven, and Matagorda E/W Bay Half Day Pm trip guided by Jeff.

Our guides in Matagorda are rated a 4.95 out of 5 based on 3784 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 nearshore guides / fishing lessons in Matagorda? Check out our beginner and family friendly nearshore guides in Matagorda.

What types of nearshore fishing charters are common in Matagorda?

The most commonly sought after species for nearshore fishing are: 1. redfish, 2. blacktip shark, 3. black drum, 4. speckled trout, and 5. flounder.

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

How much do Matagorda nearshore fishing charters cost?

Prices for nearshore fishing in Matagorda can range anywhere from about $650 to $1,740, but the average price for a half day trip for nearshore fishing in Matagorda is $977. The average price for a full day trip for nearshore fishing in Matagorda is $1,338.

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 nearshore fishing in Matagorda?

The most popular season for nearshore fishing in Matagorda is fall, and most anglers book their trips 7 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

  • ★★★★★
    Amazing trip had a blast great crew

    Thaddeus L. | July 28, 2024

    Trip: Texas Coastal Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    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

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

    Christina P. | July 30, 2023

    Trip: 5 hour Freeport Nearshore Action

  • ★★★★★
    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. | July 15, 2023

    Trip: 5 hour Freeport Nearshore Action

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Pat; first impressions- prompt, on time and ready for the day’s fishing. Equipment was prepared and ready for use, boat was clean, well maintained. The man was energetic, dedicated to getting his “guests “ on redfish. Captain Pat was amicable and obvious good standing with his fellow boat captains due to their witty good natured exchanges. On the bay and bayou he was very chatty, told good fishing tales and was always quick to assist with bait, casting and netting the fish. During our expedition a boater needed assistance and he was able to assist the boat, assist getting the boat’s guest getting onto a new charter and professional that he is coordinating with another boat captain and got us into a “hot spot” of redfish, limiting out. Captain Pat receives high praise and hearty endorsement from my family. He definitely knows the Matagorda Bay Area and was witnessed being a resource to his fellow charter boat captains. Captain Pat, “Respect” and Thank you. The Gould’s, Jen & Cris

    Jennifer G. | October 10, 2022

    Trip: POC Bays and Jetties

  • ★★★★★
    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. | August 11, 2022

    Trip: State Water Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    Ron was on time and waiting in the water for us. He was personable and readily shared information about the waters and area. We tried about six locations trying to get on fish. Our target fish were too elusive this day. Enjoyed boating and being on the water .though.

    Travis H. | June 20, 2022

    Trip: POC Fishing Frenzy

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Mike and deckhand Deisy were awesome! Very attentive and put us on the fish today! We will definitely be booking again! Thanks Capt. Mike!

    Randall R. | June 6, 2022

    Trip: Nearshore Trips

  • ★★★★★
    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. | November 1, 2021

    Trip: State Water Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    Awesome experience great time and the crew was great!!!

    Armando H. | August 19, 2021

    Trip: Bull Reds and Shark Trip

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

    Jennifer M. | August 8, 2021

    Trip: State Water Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    Fantastic trip! Captain was awesome and very knowledgeable. Would want our same Captain Danny again. Worth every penny I paid!!!!

    Glenn R. | July 29, 2021

    Trip: Reel Thrills in the Bay

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Pat really knew the area well and he was very motivated to put us on fish. Had a great time!

    Kenneth A. | October 19, 2020

    Trip: POC Bays and Jetties

  • ★★★★★
    The guys had an awesome time with Mike!

    Malissa W. | August 2, 2020

    Trip: State Waters Thrill 'n' Reel

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Rodney and Eric were awesome. They put us on Blacktips immediately. My 13 year old got to reel in his first shark and we will never forget it. Can’t wait to go out with them again in the future. 5 stars all the way. Thank you guys.

    Jiliane G. | July 19, 2020

    Trip: State Water Adventure

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