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trip description for 5 to 6 Hr Sow Snapper PM 31 Ft Contender in Freeport

1:00pm - 7:00pm NO FUEL CHARGE & FISH CLEANING INCLUDED. Come aboard our 31 Ft Contender for a quick ride out to structures such as rocks, wrecks, or underwater pipelines where you battle with delicious, sow Red Snapper. This trip prioritizes targeting Red Snapper and the catch frequently includes 12-20lb sow snapper. However, If we limit on Snapper and time allows, we work our way back to dock; pursuing other fish like Mahi Mahi, King Mackerel, Cobia, or Shark as time allows. NO SHARK ALLOWED ON BOARD Read More

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trip description for Jetty Fishing in Galveston

Join Captain Shane at 6 a.m. for a morning excursion scoping out some of the jetties in the Galveston Bay complex. On this trip the bait will consist of live shrimp and/or croaker. You'll be targeting giant black drum, speckled trout, and redfish, depending on the time of year and the temperature of the water. Truth is you never know what kind of monster will be at the end of your line out there! Captain Shane will provide the boat, ice for drinks and fish, rods and reels upon request, and all baits. All you need is a Texas Fishing License with Saltwater Stamp and any sun protection and snacks you may want out on the boat. Read More

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trip description for Galveston Game Fish Roundup in Galveston

This trip is not your average tourist jetty trip! Captain Brandon exclusively chases iconic Texas gamefish including Speckled Trout, Redfish, and Flounder here in the Galveston Bay complex. These species are a blast to catch, whether you're fishing for record numbers or a single trophy fish. Get out there with him and have a blast! You'll be chasing the fish from the deck of Brandon's 23' Gulf Coast center console, an ideal vessel for fishing inshore water. She can take up to four guests, so bring your buddies! There's no better way to enjoy the Texas coast than a classic fishing trip. Read More

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trip description for Nearshore Sharks in Galveston

Hop on board with Captain Robert and prepare for an action-packed day of shark fishing! If you're craving some excitement, this trip is for you. Captain Robert is used to catching sharks so big that they won't fit on board! On this 6 to 8-hour trip, Captain Robert will take you up to 20 miles off the coast of Galveston where you can expect to target Blacktip Shark, Bonnethead Shark, and Bull Shark. These species in particular can exceed 6 feet in length! To attract these massive predators you'll be using heavy-duty fishing techniques such as heavy tackle, bottom fishing, and trolling. Captain Robert fishes aboard a 30’ Grady White center console, with a capacity for six people. Powered by twin 250 HP Yamaha engines, the vessel is safe and steady on its way offshore and even has a bathroom. The vessel is complete with a GPS and a fishfinder to help you get one on your line. Captain Robert will provide all rods, reels, and tackle. All you need is a valid Texas fishing license as well as some food and drinks. These family-friendly trips can host up to 6 people, so make sure you bring some good company! Read More

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trip description for KIDS OUT OF SCHOOL SPECIAL!! in Galveston

Get your kids hooked on the thrill of fishing with our Kids Out Of School Special! Celebrate the beginning of summer with an exciting fishing trip led by Captain Michael. Whether your young anglers are advanced, beginners, or somewhere in between, this trip is designed to accommodate all skill levels and create a memorable experience for everyone. We'll explore the beautiful inshore areas, jetties, and flats, where an abundance of fish awaits. The waters are teeming with a variety of exciting species, including black drum, flounder, redfish, sheepshead, and speckled trout. Captain Michael will share his expertise and provide guidance on live bait fishing techniques, ensuring that your kids have the best chance of hooking their prized catch. This special fishing trip offers a great opportunity for families to bond, enjoy the outdoors, and create lasting memories. So take advantage of our special price and book your Kids Out Of School Special today. Let your little anglers discover the joy of fishing and embark on an adventure that will ignite their passion for the sport. Read More

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trip description for Galveston Inshore Trip in Galveston

Adventure through the West Bay, East Bay, and Trinity Bay with Captain Ralph, a highly touted guide with 40+ years of fishing experience! Stay on the lookout for Redfish, Speckled Trout, and Flounder, three of Texas’ most sought-after game fish. You can choose between a 4, 6, and 8-hour trip, depending on how much fishing you want to do in one day. It should be smooth sailing as you navigate the bays in search of the rock piles and jetties where you can find these delicious inshore fish. Captain Ralph can fit up to 6 people on the spacious deck of his 26' center console, so bring your family and friends along for the adventure. The vessel is powered by a 350hp Suzuki engine, which will speed you around the bay complex. You will be fishing with light tackle and live bait stored in the live bait well. There is also a cooler on board where you can store your catch during the trip. You should bring a cooler in your car though to keep the fish fresh on the drive home. Besides a cooler, all you need to bring are some snacks, a valid Texas fishing license, and some good company! Captain Ralph provides all the rods, reels, live bait, and tackle. Be sure to wear appropriate clothing and check the weather in the days before your trip. A hat and sunblock are always a good idea, so you don't get too crispy out on the water. Read More

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Everything to Know About Booking a Fishing Charter in Surfside Beach

What are the best fishing charters in Surfside Beach?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 168 trip in Surfside Beach: Brand NEW 2024 Longbeach Bay Fishing in comfort guided by Leaf.

Our guides in Surfside Beach are rated a 4.86 out of 5 based on 2568 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

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Another popular city nearby for booking a charter is Freeport.

Looking for kid friendly charters / fishing lessons in Surfside Beach? Check out our beginner and family friendly charters in Surfside Beach.

What types of fishing charters are common in Surfside Beach?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular in Surfside Beach as well as inshore fishing, nearshore fishing, and jetty fishing.

The most commonly sought after species in Surfside Beach are: 1. redfish, 2. speckled trout, 3. blacktip shark, and 4. black drum.

The most common fishing techniques in Surfside Beach are light tackle fishing, bottom fishing, and drift fishing but heavy tackle fishing and live bait fishing are popular as well.

How much do Surfside Beach fishing charters cost?

in Surfside Beach prices can range anywhere from about $550 to $2,200, but the average price for a half day trip in Surfside Beach is $808. The average price for a full day trip in Surfside Beach is $1,434.

What month is best for fishing in Surfside Beach?

The most popular season for fishing in Surfside Beach is summer, and most anglers book their trips 3 days in advance.

Do I need a Surfside Beach fishing license and what are the bag limits in Surfside Beach?

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

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 of Captain Experiences

  • ★★★★★
    Bob and Jason were really great! We will certainly book again with them. Great conversation, really good guys!

    Scott L. with Robert R. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Charles gave us a trip of a lifetime. This trip will be hard to beat. Great patient knowledgeable guide.

    Gwen P. with Charles B. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Whenever I'm in Galveston or Houston for conventions group of us charters a fishing trip. Charles put us on fish and we put a variety of species in the boat...no limits, but fishing was steady. He unhooked and baited us up all day.. We typically fish CC to Pt Isabel in the Laguna Madre 15 or more times a year and boat 50 plus Trout each limits oof reds drum and flounder. We are experienced and I have a 23' Shoalwater and have fished the area since I was 10 years old. I have won numerous inshore tournaments inncluding THe Pt A DSR twice and Pt Mansfiield Tournament. over the years. Capt Charles knows the water and we found working bait... ifyou got baitfish... you have preditors. Great trip. Buster Williams

    Everett W. with Charles B. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Super friendly guide who worked his tail off for us.

    Shawn C. with Lg B. of Texas City, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Great time with Capt. Justen. He is very knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful. We caught a good mixed bag of fish and hope to go fishing with him again.

    Austin N. with Justen S. of Hitchcock, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Justen was amazing! Had us on fish all night between big reds and slot buster speckled trout we had a busy night and he kept up with us making sure we had everything we needed. I would plan a trip to Galveston just to go fishing with him again. Amazing experience!!

    Colin G. with Justen S. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Blake was great! He knows where the are.

    Patrick U. with Blake S. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Amazing trip, Capt Jonathan made the experience really special for my son and I!

    Greg A. with Meghan B. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Steve is the best. Knows so much about fishing in general and the area in specific. We didn’t catch many today but we had an excellent experience anyway. Can’t wait to head out with him again.

    Calvin S. with Brandon M. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time with Dean. Hard fishing but he never gave up. First cast put a 20” spec in the cooler and a couple more to follow. Will contact Dean for our next fishing trip. Highly recommended. Thanks- Don and Carol

    Kenneth D. with Dean M. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    We had a GREAT time. Started on time, stayed out past end time! CPT Jeb is personable, knowledgeable, and professional. Although we didn’t limit out, CPT Jeb kept the hooks baited and wet giving us the best opportunity at fighting the big bull reds!

    Kevin M. with Derwyn B. of Freeport, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Dean is an excellent guide. He was so patient and did his best to find us the perfect fishing hole. We throughly enjoyed our trip and will definitely book Dean as our guide in the future!

    Kenneth D. with Dean M. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time on this Trip, the captain and crew were 10/10.

    John A. with Houston F. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Richard was fantastic! He was a wealth of knowledge about fishing in Galveston Bay. My family caught enough fish for a fresh supper.

    Ross H. with Richard C. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    5 stars for sure. Reggie was a pro. He put us on fish even when the weather messed up the conditions. I’d recommend Captain Reggie to anyone looking for a great fishing experience.

    Joe W. with Reggie R. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip with Captain Bob. We will be booking more trips in the future with him. Great fishing and stories while we were out.

    Derek Z. with Robert R. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Doug? did a great job. started of slow, but we found what we were looking for. My son in law and grandkids got to catch some large black drum, I got to use my redfish tag. would recommend the trip and will do it again when we come back. Scott

    Scott D. with Chris B. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time fishing with Captain Saul. He and Douglas put us on the fish and hustled their tails off to make sure we were Killin it . We landed some monster Black drum and alot of 18" Sheepshead. Got these guys from Captain Dan's number saved in my phone for next time.Would recommend to anyone looking for a quality outing , catching fish.

    George P. with Dan G. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Dean was an awesome guide. He provided everything we needed to make this trip one heck of an experience. We caught plenty of fish at a nice size and really enjoyed pulling them in. My son (13) caught the biggest one Lol you should've seen the smile on his face. It was PRICELESS! :) We caught drum and trout that day. I have to say we a had a Damn good time! We will be back for sure! Catching good fish like that was a Blast! Good eating and too easy to catch. Dean put us right on the fish. Oh yea and did I mention Dean also filleted all the fish for us and zip locked it. We got back to the house heated up two pots of cooking oil made ourselves a seasoned batter and dropped that Fresh filleted fish in one of the Hot pots of oil and then dropped some french fries out the bag in the other. Let me tell you, we had ourselves a fish fry that day Jack! Big Shout to Dean AWESOME GUY and GUIDE!!

    Leon T. with Dean M. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    We booked with captain Ralph but we're switched to captain r Ryan. Both were great on the phone and informed us what to expect. Ryan was fantastic. Myself and two sons caught plenty of fish. I would highly recommend. We did the 6 hour trip.

    Jonathan H. with Ralph F. of Galveston, Texas

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