Half Day Afternoon Trout And Redfish Trip
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Halfday afternoon fishing for redfish and troutAll equipment provided for up to five guestsSwimming and refreshments welcome during charter
There's something magical about hitting the water when the sun starts its afternoon dance across the Texas coast. This half-day afternoon fishing charter puts you right in the sweet spot where Port A, Rockport, and Corpus Christi waters come alive with hungry trout and redfish. Captain D knows these flats like the back of his hand, and he's ready to put you on some seriously productive water. You'll be targeting the bread and butter of Texas inshore fishing - speckled trout and redfish - along with black drum and whatever else decides to crash the party. The best part? Everything's included except your license and your appetite for action.
This trip kicks off in the afternoon when the bite really starts heating up. You'll be fishing prime inshore waters where the grass flats meet deeper channels - exactly where these fish love to ambush their next meal. The later start time works perfect for families or folks who want to sleep in and still get their fishing fix. Captain D provides all the rods, reels, and tackle you'll need, so you can focus on what matters - putting fish in the boat. The setup accommodates two anglers comfortably, but there's room to bring the whole crew with space for up to five people total. Don't be surprised if you end up doing a little swimming between fishing spots - these waters are crystal clear and perfect for cooling off when the Texas heat kicks in.
This isn't deep sea fishing where you're dropping lines and hoping for the best. Inshore fishing is all about reading the water, understanding structure, and putting your bait exactly where these fish are feeding. You'll be working shallow flats, grass beds, and drop-offs using both live and artificial baits. The captain switches up techniques based on what's working - sometimes that means slow-rolling soft plastics over grass beds, other times it's working topwater lures around structure during prime feeding windows. The gear is perfectly matched to the quarry - medium action rods with spinning reels that can handle these hard-fighting inshore species. When you hook into a bull red in three feet of water, you'll appreciate having the right equipment that can handle the run without breaking off.
Speckled trout are the crown jewel of Texas inshore fishing, and these waters produce some genuine beauties. These fish are incredibly structure-oriented, hanging around grass beds, shell reefs, and drop-offs where they can ambush baitfish. Spring and fall offer the most consistent action, but summer afternoons can be outstanding when you find them in the right spots. What makes trout so special is their aggressive strike - they'll absolutely crush a well-presented lure. Plus, they're fantastic table fare if you're looking to take a few home for dinner. A keeper trout in Texas waters runs 15 inches or better, and these areas regularly produce fish pushing 20 inches or more.
Redfish are the bulldogs of the flats, and they'll test every ounce of your fishing skills. These copper-colored fighters are year-round residents, but they really shine during warmer months when they're actively feeding in shallow water. You'll spot them tailing in knee-deep water, cruising the edges of grass flats, or holding tight to structure. What gets anglers fired up about reds is their incredible fighting ability - they'll make blistering runs and use their broad sides to leverage against your drag. The slot limit keeps fish between 20-28 inches, which means you're dealing with fish that know how to use the shallow water to their advantage. When you hook a red in three feet of water, get ready for a battle that'll have your arms burning.
This half-day afternoon trip delivers everything you want from a Texas inshore fishing experience without eating up your entire day. You get expert local knowledge, top-notch equipment, and access to some of the most productive redfish and trout water on the coast. The afternoon timing means you're fishing when these species are most active, and the flexible setup works perfect whether you're a serious angler or just want to get the family on some fish. Captain D has the experience to put you on fish and the personality to make sure you have a blast doing it. Remember to grab your fishing license before you head out, pack some drinks and snacks, and get ready to experience why this stretch of Texas coast produces some of the best inshore fishing in the Gulf. Book your spot now and see why anglers keep coming back to these waters season after season.
This fishing-ready motorboat puts you right in the action for targeting trout and redfish along the Texas coast. Built for serious inshore angling, she's equipped with a wireless trolling motor that lets you slip quietly into shallow waters where the big reds like to cruise. The GPS keeps you on productive spots while the fish finder shows what's swimming below. When you hook into a solid trout or that bull redfish you've been after, the VHF radio keeps you connected to other boats and marine traffic. Perfect for two anglers who want to focus on fishing without the crowd - there's plenty of deck space to work your lines and land fish without getting tangled up. The afternoon timing is ideal since the fish often get active as the day cools down. You'll have everything needed to get on the water and start catching, just bring your license and maybe some snacks for when the bite slows down.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish are the bread and butter of our Texas coast, and for good reason. These copper-colored bruisers with distinctive black spots near their tails typically run 20-30 inches in our area and put up one heck of a fight. You'll find them cruising shallow flats, oyster reefs, and marsh edges in just 1-4 feet of water - sometimes so shallow their backs break the surface. They bite year-round but really turn on during spring and fall. What guests love most is sight-fishing to tailing reds in skinny water and watching them crush topwater plugs. The meat has a mild, sweet flavor that's perfect for the dinner table. Pro tip: when you see them tailing in the shallows, cast past them and work your bait back slowly.
Salmo TruttaSpotted Sea Trout, or "specks" as we call them locally, are one of our most reliable targets year-round. These silvery fish with black spots typically run 14-24 inches and love our grass flats in 2-6 feet of water. They're most active during cooler months when they school up in deeper holes and channels. What makes them special is their willingness to hit topwater lures early morning and late evening - nothing beats that explosive strike on a quiet flat. The meat is white, flaky, and excellent eating, but handle them gently since they're softer than reds. My go-to trick? Work a soft plastic shrimp under a popping cork around the grass edges where they ambush baitfish.
Rockport, TX