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“Our Damn Good Guides go above and beyond, and we’ve handpicked every single one. We’re passionate about the outdoors and look forward to getting you out on the trip of a lifetime, every time.”

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Wading Charters

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Inshore Fishing Charter in Texas City

Texas "Big 3" Bay Assault

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24 ft 1 - 8 People From $350
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Inshore Fishing Charter in Corpus Christi

Morning Shark Fishing

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1 - 15 People From $650
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Inshore Fishing Charter in Stone Harbor

Screaming Drag Surf Fishing

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1 - 8 People From $350
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River, Lake Fishing Trip in Hume

Sequoia National Forest Fly Fishing

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1 - 3 People From $350
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River Fishing Trip in Granbury

Brazos River Drift Trip

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14 ft 1 - 3 People From $250
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Inshore, Jetty Fishing Charter in Sarasota

NO BOAT - NO Seasickness Beach Trip

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1 - 4 People From $335
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Everything to Know About Booking a wading charter

What are the best wading charters?

Why should I book a wading charter with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 211 wading trips, and the most popular trips are South Padre Island fishing 4 hrs guided by Zach, North Padre Texas Classic guided by Kevin, and Flats fishing guided by Nick.

Our guides are rated a 4.9 out of 5 based on 3716 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 wading guides / fishing lessons? Check out our beginner and family friendly wading guides.

What types of wading charters are common?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for wading as well as inshore fishing, flats fishing, and river fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for wading are: 1. redfish, 2. speckled trout, 3. flounder, 4. black drum, and 5. sheepshead.

How much do wading fishing charters cost?

Prices wading can range anywhere from about $500 to $2,300, but the average price for a half day trip wading is $799. The average price for a full day trip wading is $2,312.

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 going on a wading charter?

The most popular season to go on a wading charter is summer, and most anglers book their trips 28 days in advance.

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

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Randy was great. He put us onto fish on a day when no one was catching. He was very knowledable and we had a great time.

    Matthew S. | November 14, 2024

    Trip: Aransas Pass Wade or Drift

  • ★★★★★
    Me and my family went out with captain Zach and had an awesome day. Weather wasn’t in our favour but made the best of it and landed some fish! Captain Zach was very helpful, runs good fishing gear and has a beautiful boat. Will be booking our next trip with him when we’re back in south Padre for a family vacation!

    Dallas C. | November 13, 2024

    Trip: South Padre Island fishing 4 hrs

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time with Ryan. Very personable and a great teacher.

    Lucy C. | November 4, 2024

    Trip: North Carolina Wade Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Cody Great Very Knowledgeable of inland fishing; patient and extremely helpful with every cast and catch. Thanks Cody

    David A. | November 2, 2024

    Trip: Bay and Jetty Trips

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Leb was a great guide! It was my 2nd time red fishing. He gave me a lot of tips on how to fish for the red fish that were extremely helpful. We caught many red, black drum, and flounder and he filet out take homes to how we requested. I will definitely book with him again next year.

    Spencer W. | October 29, 2024

    Trip: Texas "Big 3" Bay Assault

  • ★★★★★
    Capt. Jeff put us on some fish!! Took us to a few places that each produced. I’d definitely go fishing with Jeff in the future.

    Saul M. | October 28, 2024

    Trip: Matagorda E/W Bay Half Day

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great day, fishing with Capt. Scott. Took his tome explaining how to feel the bite, and put us on some fish.

    Steve W. | October 25, 2024

    Trip: Rockport Bay Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip, knowledgeable guide (Cody). Good fishin, nice boat convenient drop off/ pick up area. Highly recommended!

    Shane F. | October 23, 2024

    Trip: 3/4 Day Bay + Jetty Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    The Captain was wonderful. He helped these two old ladies catch lots of fish. He did the majority of our casting too. Will call on him again. Thank you, Cappy!

    Sandra E. | October 22, 2024

    Trip: Laguna Madre Magic

  • ★★★★★
    I booked this trip for my husband and he loved it! His guide Cody was great, very communicative. My husband caught a lot of fish and had a lot of fun. Thanks Cody!

    Josh L. | October 21, 2024

    Trip: Brazos River Drift Trip

  • ★★★★★
    My husband and son had a great time with Blake. There were definitely enough fish biting to keep my son's attention for the 4 hour trip.

    Andrea M. | October 21, 2024

    Trip: Galveston Bay Trophy Hunt

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time!! Our captain was great!! We will absolutely do this again!!

    Linda B. | October 13, 2024

    Trip: Half-Day Trip (Matagorda TX)

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip and experience!

    Jeff G. | October 8, 2024

    Trip: Bull Reds, Kings, & Jacks (Winter)

  • ★★★★★
    Day out with Stephen was great! Location is perfect for trout fishing.

    Alex P. | October 6, 2024

    Trip: "Pennsylvania Pigs" on Light Tackle

  • ★★★★★
    Real nice guy and he put me on fish no complaints

    Clayton C. | October 5, 2024

    Trip: Carp and Buffalo on the Fly

  • ★★★★★
    Fantastic guide. Couldn't recommend more. Took the time to show us the art of fly fishing and the South Fork of the King's River. You won't go wrong with Scott!

    Carl A. | September 29, 2024

    Trip: Sequoia National Forest Fly Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Never use Captain Experiences for booking a fishing trip. They keep a huge sum of money up front-- money that I would prefer to go those who actually do the work- the fishing guide.

    Phyllis P. | September 25, 2024

    Trip: Palacios Angling Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time fishing with Kevin. He was very friendly and helpful. We caught a lot of fish and had a great time.

    Brian U. | September 15, 2024

    Trip: Baffin / Laguna Madre Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Super guide. Knows the waters and area. Had a great time.

    David G. | September 12, 2024

    Trip: Flats fishing

  • ★★★★★
    I would highly reccomend Captain Mitch. He’s hands down the best around . He will put you on the fish, is an excellent teacher who is super knowledgeable and willing to take the time to teach different techniques and what the different species of fish prefer . On top of being a Top Notch Captain , he’s a super nice guy. We had a blast and caught some super nice fish . Thanks Captain Mitch for an awesome fishing experience. We will definitely be booking another trip within the next couple weeks .

    Steven S. | September 1, 2024

    Trip: Baffin Bay Backwater Blast

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Other Hunting Techniques

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