Matagorda Bay Catch And Release

5 - 8 Hours | Inshore | 1 - 4 People | Trip #460

About Your Trip

Inshore
Captain Stan knows exactly where to go to find those trophy-sized fish! He has 15+ years of experience as a professional guide and 35+ in the Texas Coastal Bay system - listen closely and you’ll be reelin’ in the big dawgs in no time.

Captain Stan will tailor your trip any way you choose! He provides inshore fishing in both Matagorda Bay and the Middle Texas Coast. He’ll take you to the flats where you ... Read More

About Your Guide

Independent Guide
39 Years of Experience
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With more than 35 years of fishing experience on the Texas Coastal bay system, Captain Stan has the knowledge of the Matagorda Bay Complex to insure that you have a successful and exciting fishing trip on the waters of East or West Matagorda Bays.

Captain Stan prefers catching fish on artificial bait, and wade fishing for big Speckled Trout (winter and early spring),but he is also happy to drift fish from the boat using live shrimp.

Start Location

Fisher St, Matagorda, TX 77457, United States | Bodies of water fished: Matagorda Bay

About Your Boat

Boat Type
Center Console
Boat Manufacturer
Tran Sport Cat 240 SVTBoats
Boat Length
24
Engine Manufacturer
Suzuki
Total Horsepower
300
Number of Engines
1
Additional Amenities
GPS, Fishfinder, Live Bait Well, Wireless Trolling Motor, Ice Box

Amenities and Information

Water Type

Inshore

Skill Levels

Advanced, Beginner, Intermediate

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Live Bait

Yes, at an additional fee

Weather

You will get a refund if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Species

Black Drum, Flounder, Redfish, Sheepshead, Speckled Trout, Tripletail

Techniques

Light Tackle Fishing

Packing / Extras

Everything you'll need for your trip
Hat, sunscreen, polarized sunglasses. Bait will be provided at market price. Rods, reels, tackle, lures included. Food can be provided for a fee.
Where to Buy a Fishing License
Find out more about fishing licenses here.

Things to Keep in Mind

Payment & Tipping
We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).
Cancellation/Refund Policy
The deposit for this trip is non-refundable (but if the weather is too bad to go out, you will still receive a refund).

Pricing Matrix

8 Hours 5 Hours
4 People
$750
$650
3 People
$650
$550
2 People
$650
$550
1 Person
$650
$550

Pricing & Availability

To check pricing, please select a date, duration, group size and start time.

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Date

Have questions? Reach out and mention trip #460

Reviews

Don

Verified Review Fishing

May 14

Great guide on a very slow day he got us on fish. None of them were keepers but that’s not Captain Stans fault

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Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!
In the case of inclement weather, our guides will make the call and we'll work with you to reschedule your trip or issue a full refund. Your safety is our top concern.
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