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Everything to Know About Booking a Texas spanish mackerel fishing charter

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 59 spanish mackerel trips in Texas, and the most popular trips in the area are Nearshore Reds, Sharks, Jack Fish guided by Jason, Full Day Baytown Slam guided by David, and Bay/Jetty Fun! - 33' guided by Jeff.

Our guides in Texas 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.

Looking for kid friendly spanish mackerel guides / fishing lessons in Texas? Check out our beginner and family friendly spanish mackerel guides in Texas.

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

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

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

How much do Texas spanish mackerel fishing charters cost?

Prices for spanish mackerel in Texas can range anywhere from about $625 to $3,100, but the average price for a half day trip for spanish mackerel in Texas is $1,103. The average price for a full day trip for spanish mackerel in Texas is $1,828.

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 Texas?

The most popular season for spanish mackerel fishing in Texas is summer, and most anglers book their trips 19 days in advance.

Do I need a Texas fishing license for spanish mackerel and what are the bag limits for spanish mackerel in Texas?

See here for more information on fishing licenses in Texas, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in Texas. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in Texas.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Todd and his crew did a great job, I really enjoyed myself and if I go out again, it will be with Todd!!!

    Steve R. | December 4, 2025

    Trip: 1/2 Day Fishing Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    Corey was very personable and had a wealth of knowledge about fishing techniques. We had a very enjoyable day with him.

    Melvin N. | October 16, 2025

    Trip: Port A Inshore/Jetty Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    Mike was a great guide and cool guy to be around. He knows a ton about fishing in the area and it was a pleasure spending time with him! We caught quite a variety of different species of fish! ¡Gracias!

    Mitch I. | October 16, 2025

    Trip: Galveston Jetty Trips

  • ★★★★★
    Great time

    Mark A. | October 14, 2025

    Trip: Port A Inshore

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