Heavy Tackle Fishing Charters In San Leon

Come on down to Texas City and join Captain Derek and experience an unforgettable day of fishing! You can expect to target Redfish, Black Drum, Flounder, Jack Crevalle, and many more species of fish on your 6-hour (half-day) or 8-hour (full day) adventure. You will be fishing on Captain Derek’s Blue Wave 2400 Pure Bay center console boat rigged out with the latest electronics from Simrad and MinnKota. The boat has plenty of deck space for fishing up to 6 people along with ample storage space and two large live wells. There is more than enough room for you and your fellow angling buddies to cast away. Captain Derek Requires that you bring a valid Texas Fishing License, food and drinks (no glass), a hat, sunscreen and sunglasses, and an ice chest to take your fish home. He will provide all fishing gear (rods, reels, and tackle) as well as ice for your food and drinks. Book a trip today with Captain Derek for a fun and memorable day out with an accommodating and friendly captain! Read More

Head out of Galveston for some inshore/nearshore fun with Captain Scott! Captain Scott will be there to take you to the best spots in the area and make sure you have the best possible fishing experience. Join him in Galveston and embark on a true angling adventure today! You’ll start your journey on a restored 22’ Kenner bay boat that can sit up to 3 guests. It runs on a 225 HP Mercury engine and uses modern GPS, fishfinder, and radio technology to quickly and safely reach the fish. You can use an ice-box to store your fish and drinks and there will also be a livewell to supply you with live bait. The inshore and nearshore waters of Galveston along with their flats and backcountry offer plenty of opportunity to catch. You’ll be targeting Black Drum, Speckled Trout, Redfish, Flounder, as well as Sheepshead. Using light and heavy tackle, you’ll be bottom fishing, spinning, popping, and drift fishing. You can choose whether you’ll release or keep the fish you catch. Also, feel free to bring along children on your trip. Captain Scott will take care of all the rods, reels, tackle, lures, as well as drinks. You just bring your licenses and the food of your choice. Read More

Embark on an action-packed 24-hour long offshore adventure with Captain Michael! You will target Swordfish, Marlin, Sailfish, Yellowfin Tuna, Tilefish, Wahoo, Amberjack, and Grouper—some of the biggest fish in the Gulf! Depending on the types of fish you want to catch, Captain Michael might recommend that you leave early in the morning and return the following morning, or leave mid-day to fish overnight and come back the next day. On these extra long trips, you'll have the opportunity to head over 80 miles off the coast to the Flower Garden Banks reefs, some of the most beautiful coral reefs in the world! Surrounded by bottomless blue waters, the Flower Garden reefs protrude from the ocean floor atop underwater hills and salt domes and bring buzzing underwater communities closer to the surface. Get ready to see some manta rays, massive coral heads, and hundreds of species of fish. Captain Michael will provide all of the fishing bait and tackle. All you need to bring is a Texas saltwater fishing license for those over 16 years of age, sunscreen, as well as some food and drinks. You might want to stretch a little before the trip - it’s not uncommon to catch lots of big fish with Captain Michael. Read More

Come on down to Texas City and join Captain Derek and experience an unforgettable day of fishing! You can expect to target Blacktip Shark and Hammerhead Shark on your 6-hour adventure. Both of these species can exceed 6 feet in length, so make sure you get some good stretching in before the trip. Captain Derek is known for reeling in some pretty big fish. You will be fishing on Captain Derek’s Blue Wave 2400 Pure Bay center console boat rigged out with the latest electronics from Simrad and MinnKota. The boat has plenty of deck space for fishing up to 6 people along with ample storage space and two large live wells. There is more than enough room for you and your fellow angling buddies to cast away. Captain Derek Requires that you bring a valid Texas Fishing License, food and drinks (no glass), a hat, sunscreen and sunglasses, and an ice chest to take your fish home. He will provide all fishing gear (rods, reels, and tackle) as well as ice for your food and drinks. Book a trip today with Captain Derek for a fun and memorable day out with an accommodating and friendly captain! Read More

Climb aboard and explore the deeper waters of Galveston Bay! On this 5 hour trip, you can expect to fish within the bays and jetties surrounding Galveston. Captain Bobby has an eye for black drum, so don’t be surprised when the fish bite! In addition to black drum, you could catch shark, flounder, jack crevalle, king mackerel, ladyfish, mangrove snapper, and many more species of fish. The trip can host up to 6 people and is for anglers of all skill levels. Captain Bobby's 40’ sportfisher cuts through the surf making for a smoother and quicker ride out. Captain Bobby requires you to bring a valid Texas Fishing License with a saltwater stamp. You can also bring food and drink of your choice on board (no glass). You can also purchase live bait for an additional fee. Get out there and have a blast! Read More

State waters are defined as being about 9 nautical miles off the coast, so you can be sure that you will be staying close to shore. This is perfect for family trips or for folks who get sea sick easily. Spend six hours exploring the waters and catching all kinds of fish, but allow an extra hour for cleaning those fish you caught and loading/unloading the boat. The 39' triple engine boat comfortably sits you and 5 others and has plenty of shade to save you on the hotter days. Enjoy it as you cruise around the spectacular Galveston Bay Complex. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience and book a trip today! Captain Mike’s 39’ Contender comes loaded with all the gear you could possibly need for a successful day out on the water! He brings all the finest rods, reels, tackle, bait, and knowledge so all you need to bring is your sun protection, snacks and drinks, and your Texas fishing license! Read More

This trip is designed for those seeking a little extra adrenaline while out on the water. Nothing puts up a bigger fight than some fully grown sharks, so see if you have what it takes to bring 'em in. You'll spend 6 hours on the water, so allow an extra hour for fish cleaning and loading/unloading. Along with sharks you will have the opportunity to catch some other highly desired species like Reds and jacks. Take a look above to see some more specific examples. The 25' twin engine boat comfortably sits you and 5 others and has plenty of shade to save you on the hotter days. Enjoy it as you cruise around the spectacular Galveston Bay Complex. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience and book a trip today! Captain Mike's 25' Grady White comes loaded with all the gear you could possibly need for a successful day out on the water! He brings all the finest rods, reels, tackle, bait, and knowledge so all you need to bring is your sun protection, snacks and drinks, and your Texas fishing license! Read More

Join Captain Cheryl for this fun and exciting fishing adventure! On this combo trip, you'll fish half the time with light tackle, chasing inshore species such as Redfish, Trout, and Flounder. For the other half of the trip, you will be big-rod fishing, looking for massive Bull Reds, Jacks, Mackerel, and more. This is a great trip to get a new personal best and a cooler full of keepers! You'll be fishing on board Captain Cheryl's 26’ Century center console. She's equipped with everything you need for an amazing day on the water. The deck can accommodate up to 6 anglers, and Captain Cheryl is happy to take anglers of all experience levels. The boat is powered by twin 200hp Mercury engines, which will keep you moving smoothly all day! There is a cooler for your keepers, as well as a live bait well. Everything you need is provided by Captain Cheryl. She brings all the rods, reels, bait, and tackle, as well as ice for your catches. All you'll need to bring are your favorite snacks and drinks, as well as your Texas fishing licenses for everybody over the age of 16. It is also important to have appropriate clothing, so keep an eye on the weather reports and definitely have sunblock on hand. Read More

Join Captain Shawn in wrangling some of the biggest fish you'll ever see in real life! Redfish and shark mostly, but Some of the largest Tarpon found around the continental United States swim the waters off of Galveston Island you are going to want to get in on the action. To ensure you catch the biggest fish, the conditions have to be just right for the Tarpon, As a result, these trips are only offered from May through October. Don't miss out on this trip of a lifetime and book your's today! Read More

Climb aboard with Captain Jason and experience 6 hours of action-packed fishing! You’ll be targeting Black Tips, Hammerhead, Spinner, Sandbar, Bull or Tiger Sharks, as well as Kingfish, Jackfish, Bull Red, and many other species on his 30’ Sea Hunt. Captain Jason likes to fish out of the beachfront as well as rigs close to shore if shrimpers are gone. During shrimp season, though, he loves to fish behind shrimp boats. Captain Jason’s 30’ Sea Hunt can accommodate 6 people. He and his team will provide all rods/reels, bait, and tackle. All you need to bring is a Texas Fishing License (for those over 17 years of age), a Bull Red Tag, as well as food and drinks of your choice (no glass or bananas). Get ready for a monster day of fishing with Captain Jason! Read More

Prepare yourself for a thrilling adventure in Galveston Bay chasing sharks with Captain Mike! Captain Mike will help you catch Blacktip Shark, Bonnethead, and Bull Shark throughout your 6-hour adventure. Captain Mike has over 30 years of experience fishing all of the Galveston Bay Complex and its surrounding areas, so he knows exactly where the fish bite! You’ll be fishing on Captain Mike’s 24’ Kenner Center console. It is equipped with a GPS and a fishfinder. You may purchase a live bait well for an additional fee. Not to mention that the boat can cruise at a maximum speed of 40 knots. It can accommodate 3 anglers. Make sure you bring a valid Texas fishing license, food and drinks of your choice (no glass), a hat, sunscreen, and some good company! Captain Mike will provide the rest. Test your skills and strength and fill the boat on what promises to be an exhilarating day with Captain Mike! Read More

This trip is perfect for those who love some excitement while fishing. Trying to bring in one shark is an action packed sequence, but getting to do it for 4 hours straight is 100% pure adrenaline. It's not uncommon to catch 10-20 sharks on any given trip, so make sure you are well rested. If you are not looking for a super intense shark hunt, don't worry! Captain Shawn can tailor the trip based on your preferences. Some of the sharks you may catch include Blacktips, Bulls, spinners, Hammerheads, bonnet head, antlantic sharp nose, and sand bar but you truly never know what's looming below the surface. Book a trip to find out! Read More