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Full Day Fishing With Lodging

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Matagorda Bay Fishing

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Everything to Know About Booking a Matagorda wading charter

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 17 wading trips in Matagorda, and the most popular trips in the area are Gator Trout Trip guided by Gary, Gettin' On 'Em Down In Matagorda guided by Fern, and Full Day Fishing With Lodging guided by Charles.

Our guides in Matagorda are rated a 4.67 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.

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, river fishing, and nearshore fishing.

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

How much do Matagorda wading fishing charters cost?

Prices for wading in Matagorda can range anywhere from about $558 to $4,355, but the average price for a half day trip for wading in Matagorda is $962. The average price for a full day trip for wading in Matagorda is $2,612.

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 summer, 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

  • ★★★★★
    Amazing experience! Jeff was beyond great! My kids and I will definitely book with him again.

    Marisa M. | July 6, 2025

    Trip: Matagorda E/W Bay Half Day

  • ★★★★★
    Great time. Would go again

    Michael R. | June 30, 2025

    Trip: Half-Day Trip (Matagorda TX)

  • ★★★★★
    We enjoyed the trip with Jeff and crew. His communication was on point and the trip was of the highest quality. Thank s Captain Jeff!!

    Stefan C. | June 3, 2025

    Trip: Matagorda E/W Bay Half Day

  • ★★★★★
    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)

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