Galveston Fishing

Galveston is arguably the best fishing destination in Texas. With legendary fishing action from the Galveston Bay to the deep blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico, there is a wide variety of species to catch in this fishery.

Offshore fishing Galveston will produce great catches of Dorado (Dolphinfish), Kingfish, Tuna, and Billfish. With huindred of domes and platforms in the deep water, there are many places to catch the fish of a lifetime.

Bottom fishing around Galveston provides the opportunity to catch Amberjack, Grouper, Snapper, and Sharks. There are thousands of reefs close to shore, so you won’t have any problem finding a place to drop a line. Also, many different inshore species of fish such as Black Drum, Cobia, Croaker, Flounder, Redfish, Sea Trout, and Tarpon can be found around Galveston.

Galveston Fishing Prediction

Optimal fishing activity will be between 2 - 6 PM on Tuesday.

Target Species of Fish

Based on historical data in Galveston, you should target one of the following top 6 species for this time of year:

Recommedations above based on 203 local reports and 32 species of fish for January in Galveston.

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Latest Galveston Fishing Reports

Galveston Fishing Report – Hurry Up and Slow Down
1/9/2020 10:31:01 AM - Written by Captain Greg Verm Current Water Temperatures: Galveston Causeway: 59.5F Eagle Point: 59.4F Galveston North Jetty: 60.1F San Luis Pass: 60.1F With the Holiday

Galveston Fishing Report – Wintertime Fun on the Upper Texas Gulf Coast
12/13/2019 4:55:55 AM - Written by Captain Greg Verm Current Water Temperatures: Eagle Point: 64.4F Galveston Causeway: 65.3F Galveston North Jetty: 65.1F San Luis Pass: 65.7F The Upper Texa

Galveston Fishing Report – Texas Weather… Predictably…. Unpredictable.
10/29/2019 10:26:04 AM - Written by Captain Greg Verm Water Temperatures Galveston North Jetty 73.2F Eagle Point: 70.7F Galveston Causeway: 71.4F There is on thing that is for certain when it com

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Top Galveston Fishing Charters & Guides

Aqua Safari Charters
Since 1980, AQUA SAFARI CHARTERS has been specializing in deep sea fishing, bay and jetty fishing, and tuna trips providing fishing fun for families, friends, out of town guests, business clients, organizations and corporate entertainment. Let’s Go F

Sharktooth Fishing Charters
Galveston Texas Shark Fishing, Sharktooth Fishing Charters, Bay Jetty Fishing Guide. Fish for Redfish, Trout, King mackerel, Sharks, Jacks. Lets Go Fishing today.

Galveston Saltwater Charters
Galveston Saltwater Charters provides premiere guided fishing trips for families, groups, special events, and co

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Top Galveston Bait & Tackle Stores

Galveston Fishing Pier
We sell frozen shrimp, mullet, squid, and shad and rent fishing poles. If your wondering while the name has not changed since in opened in 1971 we are also known as the 91st pier , sometimes also as the 81st pier or even the 90st pier!

Bayou Bait & Tackle
We sell everything you need to have a successful fishing trip. Planning a family trip, or just need to get away for the weekend? Come visit us and pick up your Live Bait, Dead Bait, and any Tackle you need. We also sell drinks and snacks to take alon

Galveston Bait & Tackle
We know bait! Trust us to provide your bait and other fishing supplies - we have a lot of experience. Glen Goff has been running Galveston Bait and Tackle for more than nine years; George, our shrimper, has been catching our bait for 24 years; and th

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Top Galveston Marinas

Waterman Marina
Gasoline is available at our fuel station. We have live bait, ice, beer and tackle. Slips are available for lease or pull up, dock and dine. Our ramp is available with parking across the street.

Pelican Rest Marina
Located in one of the most spectacular locations on the Texas Gulf Coast, Galveston Island’s Offatts Bayou, which has deep water and light wave action. Pelican Rest has all the amenities and services you’d expect to find in a marina resort, unquestio

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