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 4 - 8 AM on Friday.

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 81 local reports and 18 species of fish for May in Galveston.

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Latest Galveston Fishing Reports

Galveston Fishing Report – Amazing Spring Fishing & Summer Outlook
4/22/2019 7:36:26 PM - Current Water Temperatures: Eagle Point: 72.3 F Galveston Causeway: 71.4 F North Galveston Jetty: 70.7 F San Luis Pass: 71.2 F 22 Mile Buoy: 70.2 F Once again Galvesto

Texas Red Snapper Season 2019
3/20/2019 11:16:13 PM - 2019 Texas Red Snapper Season Some outstanding news has been announced from the Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council. The 2019 Red Snapper Season CFH will open June 1

Black Drum Run 2019
2/26/2019 1:36:10 PM - Black Drum season is here and Sea Play Sportfishing Charters has your ticket to the big show! Here we outline the need to know information on the Gulf of Mexico’s...

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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!

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

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

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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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