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What are the best wading charters in Matagorda?

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 15 wading trips in Matagorda, and the most popular trips in the area are Matagorda E/W Bay Half Day Pm trip guided by Jeff, Matagorda Mayhem guided by George, and Full Day Fishing with Overnight Lodging guided by Charles.

Our guides in Matagorda are rated a 4.6 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 wading guides / fishing lessons in Matagorda? Check out our beginner and family friendly wading guides in Matagorda.

What types of wading charters are common in Matagorda?

Inshore fishing is the most popular type of fishing for wading in Matagorda as well as flats fishing, jetty fishing, and nearshore fishing.

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

How much do Matagorda wading fishing charters cost?

Prices for wading in Matagorda can range anywhere from about $600 to $19,500, but the average price for a half day trip for wading in Matagorda is $902. The average price for a full day trip for wading in Matagorda is $7,492.

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 wading charter in Matagorda?

The most popular season to go on a wading charter in Matagorda is spring, and most anglers book their trips 11 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. 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

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time!! Our captain was great!! We will absolutely do this again!!

    Linda B. | October 13, 2024

    Trip: Half-Day Trip (Matagorda TX)

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    We had a late cancellation from another captain and were excited that Jordan could fit us in on short notice. Great day out and came home with fish…good times!

    Daniel B. | September 3, 2023

    Trip: Half-Day Trip (Matagorda TX)

  • ★★★★★
    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"

  • ★★★★★
    Amazing experience! Captain Chad drove 50 miles to the next city just so we’d have good live bait for our trip. With that being said we caught 40 fish and 20 keepers. Even managed to get on some Reds in late January weather. We will definitely be booking another trip with Captain “Chappy”. If you’re looking to catch fish in a relaxed setting with someone who knows there stuff, look No Further.

    Chris R. | January 27, 2022

    Trip: Matagorda Fishing Adventures

  • ★★★★★
    A great day of fishing. Thank you Jordan

    Paul M. | November 24, 2021

    Trip: Half-Day Trip (Matagorda TX)

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Jordan was an excellent captain. With a fishing tournament going on, we caught about twice the fish as any of them. For Matagorda Bay fishing, he knows where the fish hit. Also a pleasure to work with.

    George K. | July 29, 2021

    Trip: Half-Day Trip (Matagorda TX)

Other Fishing Techniques in Matagorda

Other Hunting Techniques in Matagorda

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

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