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Bay Fishing In Comfort - New Boat!

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Surfside Beach Fishing Overview

If you are headed to the Freeport area to fish then you're in for a treat. A stone's throw from Houston but significantly less crowded and fish than Galveston, this area has great inshore and offshore options. With such rich and bountiful waters, this is the perfect place for any angler to find success.

Inshore fishing Surfside Beach

If you've fished Texas you know what to expect here: big speckled trout, schooling redfish, and lots of flounder. With some luck, you might even find some tarpon in the surf. Half or full-day trips can both work to take advantage of some awesome inshore action. With inlets, channels, and bays everywhere you look, it's easy to see why the fishing is top-notch. Speckled trout have their peak bite in the spring followed by flounder in the summer. Giant bull redfish come in and bite hard during their fall spawning run and make for some memorable sight casting in skinny water.

Surfside Beach Deep Sea Fishing Charters

Surfside Beach provides some great access for getting out into the Gulf of Mexico. Easy runs out to rigs and reefs mean you have a ton of options including various species of snappers and grouper near the bottom with kingfish, Spanish mackerel, cobia, mahi-mahi, yellowfin tuna, blackfin tuna, and wahoo hitting lures near the surface. Head out for a snapper trip in the summer or wahoo in the winter. You can catch tuna most of the year with extended trips being the best to get you out to prime tuna grounds.

Popular Types of Fishing In Surfside Beach

The most common types of fishing charters in Surfside Beach, Texas are bay fishing, offshore fishing, and shark fishing. Bay fishing is perfect for beginners and families, as it involves catching fish like redfish, trout, and flounder in the calm waters of the bay. Offshore fishing is for the more experienced angler, as it involves venturing out into the Gulf of Mexico to catch bigger fish like tuna, mahi-mahi, and snapper. Shark fishing is for the adrenaline junkies, as it involves catching and releasing sharks like blacktip, bull, and hammerhead.

Some of the most common fish to catch in Surfside Beach include redfish, trout, flounder, snapper, tuna, mahi-mahi, and sharks. Surfside Beach fishing charters often visit landmarks like the Surfside Jetty Park and the Quintana Beach County Park. So, whether you're a seasoned pro or a first-time fisherman, there's a Surfside Beach fishing charter that's perfect for you!

The Best Places To Fish In Surfside Beach

Surfside Beach, Texas is a popular destination for fishing enthusiasts. With its miles of coastline and abundant marine life, there are plenty of great spots to cast a line. Here are some of the best places to fish in Surfside Beach, Texas:

1. Surfside Jetty Park - This popular fishing spot offers easy access to the jetties and plenty of space to cast a line from the shore.

2. San Luis Pass - Located just south of Surfside Beach, this area is known for its excellent surf fishing and is a popular spot for fishing charters.

3. Christmas Bay - This shallow bay is home to a variety of fish species, including redfish, trout, and flounder, and is a great spot for wade fishing.

4. Quintana Beach - This beach is a popular spot for surf fishing and is known for its large schools of redfish and speckled trout.

5. Freeport Jetty - Located just a short drive from Surfside Beach, this jetty is a popular spot for fishing charters and offers access to a variety of fish species, including snapper, grouper, and kingfish.

Other Things To Do In Surfside Beach

While Surfside Beach fishing charters are a popular attraction, there are plenty of other activities to enjoy in this Texas city. Take a dip in the Gulf of Mexico at Surfside Beach, or explore the Brazoria National Wildlife Refuge for a chance to see local wildlife. For a bit of history, visit the Varner-Hogg Plantation State Historic Site or the Brazoria County Historical Museum. If you're looking for some thrills, head to the nearby Skydive Spaceland Houston for a skydiving adventure. And don't forget to indulge in some delicious seafood at local restaurants like Red Snapper Inn or Seahorse Bar & Grill.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    First time fishing with Captain Jay and what a great trip! Probably the most fish I have ever caught on a single trip. He was extremely knowledgeable and a blast to fish with. Fished under birds and caught back to back Trout all morning that were just undersized. Jay knew we wanted keepers so we kept fishing till we got on a sand Trout honey hole. Captain Jay was kind enough to extend our trip so we could keep filling the ice chest. Thank you Cap! Look forward to our next trip with you.

    Jesse L. | November 8, 2025

    Trip: Fishing Surfside/Freeport Bays

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great fishing trip with Ryan in the Intracoastal near the San Bernard River. Caught 8 keepers but had lots of action that we caught and released. Very knowledgeable. Our grandson had a ball!

    Susan/Mike P. | November 4, 2025

    Trip: Freeport Bay Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Good trip

    Julio C. | November 1, 2025

    Trip: Fishing Surfside/Freeport Bays

  • ★★★★★
    Very helpful, knowledgeable and fun to talk with. Highly recommend

    Mark A. | October 14, 2025

    Trip: 5 Hour Freeport Nearshore Action

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