Aransas Pass Inshore Fishing with Captain Benito
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
45 hour inshore fishing adventure in Aransas Pass watersTarget Redfish, Black Drum, and Sea Trout with provided equipmentGuided by Captain Benito with maximum 2 guest capacity
Looking for a solid day of inshore fishing along the Texas coast? Captain Benito's 4-hour charters out of Aransas Pass deliver exactly what serious anglers want – productive fishing in some of the most fish-rich waters on the Gulf. This isn't your typical tourist boat ride. You're getting a genuine Texas fishing experience with a captain who knows these flats, channels, and grass beds like the back of his hand. Whether you're bringing your fishing buddy or introducing someone new to the sport, this trip keeps things real and focuses on putting fish in the boat.
Captain Benito runs a tight ship that's all business when it comes to finding fish. You'll launch from Aransas Pass and head straight into the productive inshore waters where redfish patrol the shallows and trout stack up along the grass lines. The boat comfortably handles up to 2 anglers, which means you're not fighting for space or dealing with crowded conditions. This setup gives you plenty of room to work your lures and fight fish properly. The captain provides all the tackle you'll need, from soft plastics and topwater plugs to live bait when the situation calls for it. Don't worry about bringing gear – just show up ready to fish and follow the captain's lead on technique and location.
Fishing these Aransas Pass waters means adapting your approach based on tide, weather, and where the fish are holding. Captain Benito switches between wade fishing the shallow flats and boat fishing deeper cuts depending on conditions. You'll work everything from soft plastic paddle tails along the bottom to topwater walking baits over grass beds at first light. The captain reads the water constantly – watching for nervous baitfish, bird activity, and subtle changes in water color that signal feeding zones. Live shrimp under popping corks produces consistent action, especially when the fish are finicky. You'll learn to feel the difference between a redfish's bulldogging run and a trout's head-shaking fight. The key is staying mobile and letting the fish tell you what they want.
Redfish rule these waters and for good reason. These copper-colored bruisers cruise the shallows year-round, with fish ranging from slot-size 20-inchers up to bull reds pushing 40 inches. They're aggressive feeders that hit hard and fight harder, stripping drag and making long runs toward deeper water. Spring and fall offer the most consistent action, but summer mornings can be red-hot if you're on the water early. What makes redfish so special here is their willingness to eat topwater lures – there's nothing like watching a big red blow up on a spook or Super Spook in two feet of water.
Black drum might not get the same press as redfish, but they're absolute tanks when hooked in shallow water. These bottom-feeders use their powerful tails and broad bodies to your disadvantage, often heading straight for structure or deeper channels. Most drum in these waters run 15-25 inches, with occasional giants over 30 inches showing up during cooler months. They're suckers for fresh shrimp fished on the bottom, and once you hook one, you'll understand why experienced anglers target them specifically. The fight is all about power and endurance rather than speed.
Sea trout provide the most consistent action throughout the year, with good numbers of keeper-size fish and occasional gator trout over 25 inches. These spotted beauties relate to grass beds, channel edges, and shell reefs where they ambush small baitfish. Trout bite best during moving water on both incoming and outgoing tides. They're perfect for anglers who want steady action and excellent table fare. Winter months can produce some of the biggest trout of the year when they stack up in deeper holes, while summer fishing is all about early morning and late evening bites.
Captain Benito's 4-hour charters offer serious value for anglers who want quality fishing without the all-day commitment. You're getting access to prime inshore waters with a captain who puts you on fish consistently. The small boat capacity means personalized attention and better fishing for everyone aboard. Whether you're looking to put together a guys' trip or introduce someone to inshore fishing, this charter delivers the goods. Book your spot with B Perez LLC and get ready for some genuine Texas coast fishing action that'll have you planning your next trip before you even get back to the dock.
Step aboard the 22'6" Majek Illusion, a proven 2007 center console that's built for serious Aransas Pass fishing. This reliable boat cuts through coastal waters at speeds up to 35 knots, powered by a dependable Yamaha V Max 200 engine that gets you to the fishing grounds fast. The spacious center console design gives you plenty of room to fight redfish and black drum, while the wireless trolling motor lets you move quietly through shallow flats where speckled trout like to hide. Find fish faster with the onboard fish finder, stay connected with VHF radio, and navigate confidently using GPS. Keep your catch fresh and drinks cold in the built-in icebox. Whether you're targeting redfish in the grass beds or working structure for black drum, this Majek handles Aransas Pass waters like a champ. Perfect for up to 2 anglers who want a serious fishing platform without the crowds.
Pogonias CromisBlack drum are the heavyweights of our local waters, ranging from 5-30 pounds with some monsters pushing 90. These grey-black bruisers love oyster beds and muddy flats around Aransas Pass, using their powerful jaws to crush shellfish and crabs. Spring is prime time when they school up for spawning - that's when you'll hear their distinctive drumming sounds underwater. They're absolute bulldogs on the rod, making long powerful runs that'll test your drag. For eating, stick with fish under 15 pounds since the big ones get tough. Here's a local trick: use fresh blue crab on a Carolina rig and fish it right on the bottom near oyster reefs. When you feel that thump-thump-thump, set the hook hard because these fish have tough mouths.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish are the bread and butter of our Aransas Pass flats, easily spotted by their copper-bronze color and distinctive black eyespot near the tail. Most fish run 20-30 inches, but we see plenty of bull reds over 40 inches that'll really test your tackle. They cruise super shallow water - sometimes with their backs out - around oyster reefs, grass flats, and marsh edges. Year-round fishing is good, but fall and spring are peak times when they're most active. What guests love is watching these fish "tail" in skinny water and that explosive strike when they eat. They're bulldogs that make long, powerful runs. The meat on slot-sized fish is excellent - mild and sweet. Pro tip: sight-cast with a gold spoon or soft plastic shrimp, but lead them by a few feet and let your bait sink to the bottom before starting your retrieve.
Salmo TruttaSea trout, or speckled trout as we call them locally, are beautiful silver fish covered in distinctive black spots. Most run 14-24 inches and 1-5 pounds, making them perfect for lighter tackle. They love grass flats and shallow bays around Aransas Pass, especially during cooler months when they school up tight. Night fishing is deadly effective - they move shallow to feed on shrimp and small baitfish. What makes them special is their delicate white meat that's soft and flaky when cooked right. They're also scrappy fighters that'll jump and make short runs. In winter, look for them in deeper channels where they gang up. My go-to technique is a soft plastic shrimp under a popping cork worked slowly over grass beds. Keep your drag light - their mouths are soft and they'll throw the hook if you horse them.
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