Full Day Fishing Adventure in Kemah Bay
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Six-hour private inshore fishing trip on Galveston Bay.Targets eight species including Redfish, Trout, and Black Drum.All gear and bait included with two-person capacity.
When you're looking for a proper day on the water, this 6-hour private charter out of Kemah delivers everything you want in a Galveston Bay fishing trip. Starting at 6:30 AM, you'll have the bay mostly to yourself while the fish are still active from the night before. Captain knows these waters like the back of his hand, and with spots for just two anglers, you're getting personalized attention that makes all the difference between a good day and a great one.
This isn't your typical crowded party boat situation. You're getting a dedicated captain who's spent years learning the productive spots around Kemah and Galveston Bay. The 6:30 AM start time puts you right in the sweet spot when the water's calm and the fish are feeding. Your $650 covers everything - rods, reels, tackle, bait, and most importantly, local knowledge you can't get from YouTube videos. The boat's equipped for inshore work, meaning we can get into those skinny water spots where the big reds like to cruise. Weather can change things up, but that's part of the game, and your captain will adjust the plan to keep you on fish throughout the day.
Inshore fishing in Galveston Bay means adapting your approach based on conditions and what's biting. We'll be using live bait when possible - nothing beats a frisky shrimp or finger mullet to get a redfish's attention. Artificial lures come into play when we're working structure or need to cover water quickly. You'll be fishing with medium-action spinning gear that can handle everything from schoolie trout to bull reds pushing 30 inches. The captain provides quality tackle, but feel free to bring your lucky lure if you've got one. We'll be working everything from shallow grass flats to deeper channel edges, sometimes anchoring over structure, other times drifting with the tide. The beauty of a 6-hour trip is having time to try different approaches until we find what's working.
Redfish are the crown jewel of Galveston Bay, and for good reason. These copper-colored bruisers fight harder than fish twice their size, making long runs and using their broad sides to put serious pressure on your drag. Spring through fall offers the best action, with fish ranging from slot-sized reds around 20 inches up to bulls that'll test your patience and your equipment. They're structure-oriented fish, so we'll be working oyster reefs, drop-offs, and grass lines where they ambush baitfish.
Crevalle Jack might not win beauty contests, but they'll give you an arm workout you won't forget. These silver torpedoes school up in impressive numbers and hit lures with the subtlety of a freight train. Summer months bring the best jack action, and when you hook into a school, every angler on the boat stays busy. They're perfect for testing your drag system and building confidence for bigger fights.
Spanish Mackerel bring speed and acrobatics to your fishing day. These toothy predators love fast-moving baits and aren't shy about putting on aerial displays once hooked. Peak season runs from late spring through early fall, and they're often the first species to show up when baitfish are thick. Wire leaders become essential equipment when macks are around - those razor-sharp teeth will cut through regular line without hesitation.
Southern Flounder are the bay's masters of camouflage, lying perfectly still until unsuspecting prey wanders within striking distance. These flatfish provide excellent table fare and a different style of fishing that rewards patience and proper bait presentation. Fall months offer prime flounder action as they stage for their offshore spawning runs, often producing fish in the 3-5 pound range that make for great photos and better dinners.
Black Drum round out our target list as the bay's heavyweights. Mature drum can push well over 20 pounds and provide the kind of steady, powerful fight that separates them from their smaller redfish cousins. They're year-round residents with peak action during cooler months, often found around the same structure that holds reds but usually in slightly deeper water. Their keen sense of smell makes fresh bait crucial for consistent success.
Six hours on Galveston Bay with a knowledgeable captain, quality gear, and productive fishing spots makes this trip a solid value at $650 for two people. The 14-day cancellation policy gives you flexibility if weather doesn't cooperate, and the early start time maximizes your chances of getting into fish before the afternoon crowds arrive. Whether you're locals looking to explore new water or visitors wanting to experience what Galveston Bay fishing is all about, this charter delivers the goods. Check availability and secure your dates - the best fishing days book up quickly, especially during peak seasons.
This 24-foot Blazer Bay 2400 is built for serious fishing on Galveston Bay waters. Powered by a reliable Suzuki 300 outboard, she'll get you to the best fishing spots quickly and smoothly. The wireless trolling motor keeps things quiet when you're working shallow flats for redfish and speckled trout, so you won't spook the fish. Advanced GPS navigation helps pinpoint productive areas, while the fish finder shows you exactly what's swimming below. Perfect for two anglers who want plenty of room to cast and fight fish without getting tangled up. The stable platform handles bay chop well, keeping you comfortable during those long battles with jack crevalle and black drum. Clean, well-maintained, and equipped with everything needed for a productive day targeting flounder, sheepshead, pompano, and Spanish mackerel in Kemah's prime fishing waters.
Pogonias CromisBlack Drum are the heavyweights of our bay system, with those big adults pushing 20-40 pounds and sporting barbels under their chin like catfish whiskers. They cruise oyster reefs, mudflats, and creek mouths in water from 2-20 feet, using those powerful jaws to crush crabs and oysters. Spring spawning season is when they really shine - that's when big schools gather and you can hear them "drumming" underwater. The smaller ones under 15 pounds are great eating, but the big breeders we usually release. What guests love is the bulldogging fight - they use that broad body to pull hard and steady. My secret weapon is fresh blue crab, either peeler or soft shell, fished on bottom with a Carolina rig. These fish have excellent noses, so fresh bait makes all the difference.
Caranx HipposCrevalle Jack are the bulldogs of the bay - thick, powerful fish that average 12-24 inches and 3-5 pounds, but the big ones can hit 40+ pounds. Look for diving birds over schools of baitfish, that's where you'll find them. They hunt in packs around grass flats, oil rigs, and anywhere baitfish gather in open water. Spring through fall are prime time when water temps warm up. What guests love most is the pure power - these fish fight like they're twice their size, making screaming runs that'll test your drag. They're not great eating, so we usually release them. Pro tip: when you see a feeding school, don't motor right into it. Cast silver spoons or fast-moving swimbaits ahead of the school and retrieve quickly - Jacks love the chase and aggressive movement.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish are one of our most reliable targets here in Galveston Bay, running 20-35 inches on average with that distinctive black spot near the tail. You'll find them cruising the shallow flats in 1-4 feet of water around oyster reefs and grass beds, especially on muddy bottoms. They're year-round residents but really fire up during cooler months when they school for spawning. What makes them special? That copper-red coloration, aggressive strikes on topwater plugs, and excellent table fare with mild, flaky meat. The fight is solid but not crazy - perfect for families. My go-to tip: when you see their backs breaking the surface in skinny water, cast your spoon well ahead of where they're moving and retrieve it right past their nose. They can't resist it.
Paralichthys LethostigmaSouthern Flounder are the masters of disguise, lying flat on sandy and muddy bottoms waiting to ambush prey. These "doormat" flatfish typically run 15-18 inches, with both eyes on their left side - a unique sight that always gets guests talking. You'll find them in shallow bays, around creek mouths, and near structure where current brings food. Fall is prime time as they fatten up before heading offshore, though we catch them year-round. What's great about flounder fishing is it's perfect for kids and beginners - steady bites and excellent eating with sweet, white meat. The trick is patience since they inhale bait slowly. My tip: use live bull minnows or finger mullet on a sliding sinker rig, let it sit on bottom, and when you feel that subtle tap-tap-tap, count to three before setting the hook.
Scomberomorus MaculatusSpanish Mackerel are speed demons that'll give you some of the fastest action on the bay. These silver bullets with yellow spots typically run 1-2 feet long and cruise near the surface in schools. You'll find them around structure in open water - oil platforms, jetties, and deeper grass flats. They're seasonal visitors, showing up when water warms in late spring through early fall. What makes them fun is the lightning-fast strikes and acrobatic jumps, plus they're fantastic eating with mild, flaky meat that grills perfectly. The tricky part is their razor teeth that'll cut through mono in a heartbeat. My advice: use a short wire leader or heavy fluorocarbon, and when trolling small spoons or casting jigs, keep your retrieve fast - these fish want moving baits.
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