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Inshore, Deep Sea, Jetty in Freeport

Halfday PM 33’ Contender: Deep Sea

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Everything to Know About Booking a Matagorda spanish mackerel fishing charter

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 16 spanish mackerel trips in Matagorda, and the most popular trips in the area are Matagorda Bay Fishing guided by Zack, Halfday AM 33’ Contender: Deep Sea guided by Derwyn, and Snapper & Offshore - 32' Cat guided by Leaf.

Our guides in Matagorda are rated a 4.9 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.

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What types of spanish mackerel fishing charters are common in Matagorda?

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

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

How much do Matagorda spanish mackerel fishing charters cost?

Prices for spanish mackerel in Matagorda can range anywhere from about $710 to $3,500, but the average price for a half day trip for spanish mackerel in Matagorda is $1,265. The average price for a full day trip for spanish mackerel in Matagorda is $2,092.

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 spanish mackerel fishing in Matagorda?

The most popular season for spanish mackerel fishing in Matagorda is summer, and most anglers book their trips 0 days in advance.

Do I need a Matagorda fishing license for spanish mackerel and what are the bag limits for spanish mackerel 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

  • ★★★★★
    It was our first time fishing on a charter, Captain James was awesome, me and my friends had lots of fun and are definitely going to do it again.

    Agustin M. | November 5, 2025

    Trip: State Water Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    Ross was great. On time and on the fish. My wife and I had a great time. Will book with him again.

    Andrew V. | September 21, 2025

    Trip: POC Fishing Frenzy

  • ★★★★★
    Absolutely 5 stars!! If I could rate it 10 stars… I WOULD. Man did we get lucky, paid for the nearshore 8 hours and Captain Rodney was nice enough to have his offshore boat come pick us up 20 miles offshore to take us deep sea fishing because we wanted to catch red snappers. Captain Jeb and James were the best of the best in what they do as well! All around amazing trip! Definitely coming back to get that Amberjack trip!

    Jordan S. | September 14, 2025

    Trip: A Nearshore Party In Paradise

  • ★★★★★
    Capt Rodney was wonderful. At the beginning of trip he asked what we were looking for during this fishing trip. We said we wanted some good fish. After getting our Red Snapper limit very quickly we had a lot of time left so he asked if we wanted to fill ice chest or try for some other game fish. We wanted to try for better game fish. We headed further out in search of fish. He spotted some floating grass so we trolled for some Mahi. Got one and missed one. We then headed out again. We then stopped and rigged up trying to find some tuna. On first pass we hooked up on a Wahoo for a good fight and catch. We continued to troll hooking up on more Wahoo and BkackFin Tuna. We finished up and headed back in due to storms in our area. All in all it was a great trip, not only because of the catches we made but because of Captain Rodney. He took the time to make this “our trip” and a trip we would remember. Captain Rodney was a wonderful Captain and Host. We will be back to see him. Thanks Captain Rodney.

    Timothy R. | August 18, 2025

    Trip: 10 Hour Offshore Expedition

  • ★★★★★
    We went on an 8-hr trip with Captain James. The communication was great, the process simple, and Captain James was helpful, friendly and an overall great Captain. We caught our max of sharks and a couple mackerel. Thanks for the great experience, Captain James – we’ll definitely be booking with you again in the future!

    Michelle H. | August 6, 2025

    Trip: A Nearshore Party In Paradise

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