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Hardhead Catfish Fishing Charters

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Inshore Fishing in Melbourne Beach

Surf Fishing - 3 Hours

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1 - 6 People From $300
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Inshore Fishing in Orange Beach

2hr Kid Fishing (catch & Release)

99% (70)
27 ft 1 - 6 People From $350
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Inshore Fishing in Edgewater

6 Hour Inshore Trip

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32 ft 1 - 6 People From $700
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
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Inshore, Flats Fishing in Port Charlotte

Bowfishing

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19 ft 1 - 4 People From $300
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
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Inshore, Flats Fishing in Edgewater

Stress Free FL Saltwater Fishing

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16 ft 1 - 3 People From $500
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Fishing in Destin
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Inshore, Flats Fishing in Sarasota

Calm Water Inshore Fishing Charter

100% (4)
25 ft 1 - 5 People From $599
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Early Season Cape Cod Flyfishing

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20 ft 1 - 3 People From $600
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Early Season Striper 33’

100% (4)
33 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,000
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Tuna Trip - 26' Regulator

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26 ft 1 - 4 People From $1,100
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Inshore Fishing in Galveston

West Bay Trip

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23 ft 1 - 4 People From $500
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Upper Galveston Bay Trip

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23 ft 1 - 4 People From $500
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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Galveston

22' Whaler Inshore

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22 ft 1 - 4 People From $550
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Inshore Fishing in Texas City

22' Whaler Inshore - Texas City

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22 ft 1 - 4 People From $550
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Galveston Inshore Trip

100% (69)
26 ft 1 - 12 People From $525
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Nearshore, Jetty Fishing in Galveston

Bay And Jetty Fishing

100% (35)
27 ft 1 - 6 People From $650
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Shark And Bull Drum Trip

100% (35)
27 ft 1 - 6 People From $750
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State Water Slam

100% (35)
27 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,000
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Deep Sea Fishing in Galveston

Going Deep - 35' Sea Hunter

100% (35)
35 ft 1 - 6 People From $2,050

Everything to Know About Booking a hardhead catfish fishing charter

Why should I book a hardhead catfish fishing charter with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 10 hardhead catfish trips, and the most popular trips are Surf Fishing - 3 Hours guided by Rio, 2hr Kid Fishing (catch & Release) guided by Donald, and 6 Hour Inshore Trip guided by Shane.

Our guides 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 hardhead catfish guides / fishing lessons? Check out our beginner and family friendly hardhead catfish guides.

What types of hardhead catfish fishing charters are common?

Inshore fishing is the most popular type of fishing for hardhead catfish as well as flats fishing and nearshore fishing.

The most common fishing techniques are cut bait fishing, light tackle fishing, and drift fishing but live bait fishing and bottom fishing are popular as well.

How much do hardhead catfish fishing charters cost?

Prices for hardhead catfish can range anywhere from about $350 to $700, but the average price for a half day trip for hardhead catfish is $489. The average price for a full day trip for hardhead catfish is $733.

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 hardhead catfish fishing?

The most popular season for hardhead catfish fishing is summer, and most anglers book their trips 19 days in advance.

Do I need a fishing license for hardhead catfish and what are the bag limits for hardhead catfish?

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Don did an amazing job!! Absolutely recommend him !!

    Sherri K. | July 2, 2025

    Trip: Kid’s Trip ***CATCH & RELEASE***

  • ★★★★★
    We really enjoyed our fishing trip with Donald. He was so friendly and very patient. He helped each of us every time we needed bait and he helped us cast our rods. We all caught multiple fish and had a wonderful time. I highly recommend Donald for your next fishing trip!

    Sherry C. | March 28, 2025

    Trip: 2hr Kid Fishing (catch & Release)

  • ★★★★★
    Great Trip Donald is very good at what he does. We had a Great Time and caught a lot of fish.

    William S. | October 7, 2024

    Trip: 2hr Kid Fishing (catch & Release)

  • ★★★★★
    We had a very great time. Captain Troy was very knowledgeable and helped us find some great fishing fun. When I booked it I did not realize it was only fishing in the bay, that was my mistake. I told him and he still managed to make it a great time for our family. We caught several species, catfish, hard head catfish, few small stingrays (accidents), but we decided to release them all. It was still so much fun.

    Dustin R. | August 14, 2024

    Trip: Family Fun Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Troy was great, and had incredible stories. We had lots of fun.

    Les T. | July 11, 2024

    Trip: Family Fun Fishing Trip

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