Fishing Charter Corpus Christi | 6hr Trip
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
6-hour inshore fishing charter targeting redfish and speckled troutProfessional captain provides expert guidance on 25-ft Majek bay boatSmall group experience accommodates maximum 2 guests per trip
Get ready to hit some of the best inshore fishing waters on the Texas coast with Capt. Traci Rhodes Guide Service. Our 6-hour Corpus Christi fishing charters put you right in the action where redfish cruise the flats and speckled trout stack up in the grass beds. This isn't your typical fishing trip - we're talking about targeting five of the most sought-after inshore species that call these waters home. With just two anglers max, you'll get personalized attention and plenty of elbow room to work your technique. Whether you're looking to dial in your sight fishing skills or just want to bend some rods with good company, this charter delivers the goods every single time.
You'll be fishing from a top-rated 25-foot Majek bay boat that's built specifically for these shallow coastal waters. This isn't some converted deep-sea rig - we're talking about a purpose-built inshore machine that can get you into skinny water where the big fish live. The boat's shallow draft lets us work the grass flats, oyster reefs, and back lakes that bigger boats can't touch. Captain Traci knows every productive spot from the Laguna Madre to Aransas Bay, and she'll put you on fish based on conditions, tides, and what's biting that day. The 6-hour window gives us plenty of time to hit multiple spots and adjust our game plan as the day unfolds. You'll cover serious water and learn why Corpus Christi consistently ranks as one of the best inshore fishing destinations on the Gulf Coast.
We fish smart here, not just hard. Depending on what we're targeting and where we find them, you'll be throwing everything from topwater plugs at first light to soft plastics along structure. The beauty of inshore fishing is the variety - one minute you're sight casting to cruising redfish with a gold spoon, the next you're working a popping cork over a grass bed loaded with trout. All tackle and bait are provided, but feel free to bring your favorite rods if you've got them. We run quality spinning gear that can handle anything from finesse fishing to battling a bull red in the surf. Captain Traci will walk you through the techniques that work best in these waters, whether that's learning to read the water for signs of fish or mastering the art of working a soft plastic along the bottom. The key is adapting to what the fish want on any given day.
Redfish are the crown jewel of Corpus Christi inshore fishing, and for good reason. These copper-colored bruisers can be found year-round in our waters, but fall and winter offer some of the best action when schools of bull reds move through the area. A slot red between 20-28 inches makes for fantastic table fare, while the oversized bulls will give you a fight you won't forget. Watch for their backs breaking the surface in shallow water or that telltale wake as they cruise the flats. There's nothing quite like the visual excitement of watching a red inhale your bait in crystal clear water.
Sea Trout, or speckled trout as we call them locally, are the bread and butter of our inshore fishery. These beautiful fish love our grass beds and can be incredibly aggressive when conditions are right. Spring and fall are prime time, but we catch specks year-round. They're absolute suckers for a well-presented soft plastic or a noisy topwater plug in low light conditions. A good speck will pull drag and make acrobatic jumps, plus they're outstanding on the dinner table. Look for birds working or bait jumping - that's usually where you'll find the specks feeding.
Summer Flounder might be the most underrated fish we target. These flatfish are masters of camouflage and can be found around structure, channel edges, and sandy areas. Summer months are obviously peak season, but we catch them into early fall as well. They're ambush predators that will absolutely crush a properly presented bait, and their fighting style is completely different from our other targets. Plus, there's no better eating fish in these waters - their mild, flaky meat is restaurant quality.
Black Drum are the heavyweight champions of the inshore scene. These powerful fish can reach impressive sizes and will test your tackle to the limit. They're often found around oyster reefs and structure where they use their pharyngeal teeth to crush crabs and shellfish. While they can be caught year-round, cooler months typically produce the bigger specimens. The fight is all about power and endurance - they won't jump like a trout, but they'll make long, determined runs that will have your arms burning.
Sheepshead are the technical challenge that keeps things interesting. These black and white striped convicts have some of the best eyesight and wariest nature of any inshore species. They're typically found around structure like piers, jetties, and oyster bars where they feed on barnacles and small crustaceans. Winter months are prime time for sheepshead, and landing one requires patience and skill. They're notorious bait stealers, but when you connect with a good one, you'll understand why they're a customer favorite among experienced anglers.
This 6-hour charter with Capt. Traci Rhodes Guide Service gives you the perfect window to experience world-class inshore fishing without breaking the bank or burning a whole day. The intimate two-person limit means you'll get hands-on instruction and won't be competing for the best spots on the boat. From learning to read the water to perfecting your presentation, you'll come away a better angler regardless of your experience level. These Corpus Christi waters have been producing trophy fish for generations, and there's no better way to get in on the action than with a local guide who knows every reef, flat, an
This 25-foot 2024 Majek center console cuts through Corpus Christi waters with serious authority. The Suzuki 350HP pushes this bay boat to an impressive 58 knots, getting you to productive fishing grounds fast. Built for targeting redfish, speckled trout, and flounder in shallow coastal waters, she handles like a dream whether you're working grass flats or cruising open bays. The wireless trolling motor keeps things quiet when you need stealth around spooky fish, while GPS navigation ensures you'll always find your way back to those honey holes. With room for up to 5 anglers, there's plenty of deck space to fight fish without getting tangled up. The center console design gives you 360-degree fishing access and keeps gear organized. Whether you're sight casting to tailing reds or drifting for trout, this Majek delivers the performance and fishability serious anglers demand along the Texas coast.
Pogonias CromisBlack Drum are the heavyweights of our local waters, commonly running 5-30 pounds but capable of hitting 90+ pounds. These gray-black bruisers with powerful crushing jaws love hanging around oyster beds and shallow muddy flats where they crunch on crabs and shellfish. You'll hear them "drumming" underwater during spring spawning season when they school up - that's prime time for targeting them. They fight hard and steady, making long runs that'll test your drag. The smaller ones under 15 pounds are fantastic eating with firm white meat, while the big bulls are better released. Pro tip: use fresh crab bait and fish it right on the bottom near structure. They're notorious for subtle bites, so watch your line closely for any movement.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish are the crown jewel of our shallow water fishing, with their copper-bronze backs and signature black spots near the tail. These 20-40 inch bulls cruise flats in just 1-4 feet of water, sometimes with their backs breaking the surface as they hunt crabs and shrimp. They're year-round residents that stick close to home around oyster reefs, grass beds, and mud flats. What makes them special is their explosive strikes and bulldogging fights that'll test your tackle. The smaller "slot fish" are outstanding table fare with mild, sweet meat. Sight-casting to tailing reds in skinny water is pure adrenaline. Pro tip: approach quietly and cast past them, then work your bait into their feeding zone. They'll eat almost anything, but gold spoons and soft plastics rarely fail.
Salmo TruttaSpeckled Trout are the bread and butter of our grass flats, with their silvery sides covered in distinctive black spots. These 14-24 inch beauties cruise shallow waters hunting shrimp and small baitfish, especially around dawn and dusk. They love grass beds and sandy potholes where they ambush prey. Night fishing under lights can be phenomenal, and cooler months see them schooled up in deeper channels. Guests appreciate their willingness to hit artificials and their delicate, flaky meat that's perfect for the dinner table. They're not the hardest fighters but make up for it with consistent action. My favorite approach is working soft plastics or topwater plugs over grass flats at first light. Keep your drag light - their soft mouths tear easily, so let them run when they want to.
Archosargus ProbatocephalusSheepshead are the "convict fish" with their distinctive black and gray stripes, but don't let their looks fool you - they're some of the smartest fish around structures. Running 1-8 pounds typically, these guys have human-like teeth perfect for crushing barnacles and crabs off dock pilings. They stick tight to any structure - bridges, piers, jetties - where they feed constantly. Spring brings the best action when they spawn around channel passes and reefs. Anglers love the challenge because they're notorious bait thieves with light, finicky bites. The reward is excellent eating - sweet, flaky white meat that's worth the effort. Here's the key: get your bait right against the structure and set the hook hard the moment you feel weight. Use small hooks with fresh shrimp or fiddler crabs.
Paralichthys DentatusSummer Flounder are the masters of camouflage, laying flat on sandy bottoms with both eyes on one side watching for prey above. These "doormat" flatfish typically run 15-20 inches but can reach impressive sizes up to 26 pounds. They're ambush predators that blend perfectly with the seafloor, striking fast at baitfish, crabs, and shrimp. Best fishing happens September through November when they're more active before moving deeper for winter. Guests love the challenge of finding them on sand flats and the excellent table fare - sweet, flaky white meat that's hard to beat. My go-to technique is drifting live minnows or strip baits just off the bottom, hooking smaller bait through the eyes and larger ones through the lips. Keep moving until you locate them.
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