6-Hour Bottom Fishing for Serious Galveston Anglers
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Sixhour bottom fishing trip targets skilled anglers in Galveston watersPrivate charter accommodates two guests with professional fishing equipment includedSpecies include Snapper, Redfish, Sharks, and powerful Alligator Gar
When you're ready to move beyond the quick half-day trips and really put your bottom fishing skills to the test, this 6-hour charter with Get Tight Fishing Charters is exactly what you've been looking for. Built for anglers who know their way around a rod and want the time to work different structures, this extended trip gives you the freedom to chase limits while targeting some of Galveston's most challenging and rewarding species. With just 2 spots available, you're getting a private charter experience where every decision revolves around putting you and your fishing partner on the best bite possible. The Gulf waters around Galveston hold serious fish, and this trip is designed to help experienced anglers connect with them.
Six hours on the water means we're not rushing anywhere. You'll have time to work structure properly, feel out different depths, and really dial in your technique as conditions change throughout the day. The beauty of bottom fishing in Galveston Bay and the nearshore Gulf is the variety - one drop might produce a hard-fighting Black Drum, while the next could see you battling a bull redfish or trying to finesse a Sheepshead off the pilings. Your captain knows these waters intimately and will move between productive spots based on tides, bait activity, and what's been producing. Expect to fish everything from shell reefs and channel edges to structure around the jetties. The extended timeframe also means you can take advantage of tide changes that often trigger feeding activity, something you might miss on shorter trips. This isn't a leisurely sightseeing cruise - it's focused fishing time for anglers who want to improve their game and fill the cooler.
Bottom fishing around Galveston requires reading structure, understanding current flow, and adapting your presentation to what the fish want on any given day. You'll be working with everything from traditional Carolina rigs for Redfish and Black Drum to more finesse presentations when targeting spooky Sheepshead around structure. The key is keeping your bait in the strike zone while maintaining feel for subtle bites. Your captain will have you set up with appropriate sinker weights for the current and depth, and you'll learn how to detect the difference between a curious tap and a committed bite. When targeting species like Mangrove Snapper, quick hook sets are crucial, while Black Drum often require patience as they mouth the bait. Circle hooks are standard for most presentations, reducing gut hooking and improving survival rates for fish you release. The boat carries quality tackle suited for the species you're targeting, but experienced anglers often prefer bringing their favorite rods. Medium-heavy spinning or conventional setups in the 7-foot range handle most situations perfectly.
Black Drum are the heavyweights of Galveston bottom fishing, and hooking into a big bull drum will test your drag system and endurance. These fish cruise shell reefs and channel edges, often in 15-30 feet of water, and they have an incredible ability to use current and structure to their advantage during a fight. Peak season runs from late fall through early spring when cooler water brings the big fish shallow. What makes Black Drum so appealing to serious anglers is their size potential - fish over 30 pounds are common, and true giants pushing 50+ pounds show up regularly. They're also excellent table fare in the smaller slot sizes, with firm white meat that's perfect for blackening or grilling.
Sheepshead earn their reputation as bait thieves, but that's exactly why skilled anglers love targeting them. These black-and-white striped fighters require precise presentations around structure like jetty rocks, bridge pilings, and shell reefs where they feed on barnacles, crabs, and small shellfish. The trick is getting your bait tight to cover without hanging up, then detecting their subtle bite before they steal your offering. Sheepshead fishing is about finesse and timing - they're spookier than most bottom species but incredibly rewarding when you dial in the bite. Spring months are prime time when they move shallow to spawn, but skilled anglers can find them year-round around the right structure.
Redfish are the ultimate inshore gamefish, combining impressive fights with excellent table quality and year-round availability in Galveston waters. Bull reds over the slot limit provide serious battles, often making long runs and using their broad tails to create leverage against the angler. Slot-size fish between 20-28 inches are perfect for the dinner table and fight with incredible determination for their size. What makes redfish special is their willingness to eat a variety of baits and their presence in multiple environments - you might catch them over shell in 25 feet of water or find them cruising grass flats in just a few feet. Fall and winter months often produce the largest fish as bulls move through the area during their spawning runs.
Blacktip Sharks add an element of pure power to any bottom fishing trip, and Galveston's nearshore waters hold healthy populations year-round. These sharks are built for speed and acrobatics, often launching themselves completely out of the water during fights. Most Blacktips you'll encounter range from 3-6 feet, providing battles that will test your tackle and technique. What's particularly exciting about Blacktip fishing in Galveston is their willingness to feed during daylight hours around structure and bait schools. They're also one of the better-eating shark species, with firm white meat that's excellent when prepared fresh. Summer months typically offer the most consistent action, but these sharks can show up any time bait is present.
This 6-hour bottom fishing experience represents serious value for anglers who want extended time on productive water with personalized attention. The 2-person limit ensures you're getting a premium charter experience where every decision focuses on your success. Whether you're looking to sharpen your bottom fishing techniques, target specific species, or simply
This 24' Century center console is your ticket to serious bottom fishing in Galveston waters. Powered by a reliable 250HP Yamaha that cruises at 32 knots, she'll get you to the productive fishing grounds quickly and bring you back with a cooler full of fish. The spacious center console design gives you plenty of room to work your rigs and fight those hard-pulling snapper, redfish, and drum without getting tangled up with your fishing partner. GPS navigation keeps you on the numbers where the fish are biting. Built tough for Gulf conditions, this boat handles both inshore shallows and nearshore structure with ease. Whether you're targeting sheepshead around the pilings or working deeper water for bigger snapper, you'll have the stability and space to fish comfortably for the full 6 hours.
Pogonias CromisBlack Drum are the heavyweights of the bottom fishing world, typically running 5-30 pounds but capable of hitting 90+ pounds. These grey-black bruisers have powerful jaws built for crushing oysters and crabs around structure. You'll find them on muddy flats, oyster beds, and around pier pilings in 10-100 feet of water. Spring is prime time when they school up for spawning - makes them much easier to locate. What guests love is the serious fight these fish put up, plus the smaller ones (under 15 pounds) make great table fare with flaky white meat. Here's a local tip: use fresh crab as bait since it stays on the hook better than softer baits and doesn't get picked off by catfish. The fish use those drumming sounds to communicate, so when you hear that rumbling underwater, you know you're in the right spot.
Carcharhinus LimbatusBlacktip sharks bring serious action to our deeper water fishing - sleek, fast fish averaging 4-5 feet but capable of reaching 9 feet and over 200 pounds. Those distinctive black-tipped fins make them easy to identify. They patrol around artificial reefs and structure in 30-100 feet of water, always hunting schools of mackerel and herring. Summer months are prime time when baitfish are thick. What guests love is the raw power and those famous acrobatic jumps - these sharks can launch 20+ feet out of the water. They're pure adrenaline on heavy tackle. The fight is the prize here since we release these beautiful predators. Your best bet is setting up a chum line with oily fish like mackerel or sardines. Use circle hooks and heavy braided line - when they get excited in a feeding frenzy, they'll test every bit of your gear and skills.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish are what every angler dreams about - copper-colored fighters with that signature black spot near the tail. Most run 20-30 inches and pack serious power in shallow water. These fish love muddy flats, oyster reefs, and grass beds in 1-4 feet of water, sometimes so shallow their backs show above the surface. Year-round fishing is solid, but spring and fall bring the most consistent action. What makes them special is that explosive strike in skinny water - pure adrenaline when a big red blows up on a topwater lure. They're also excellent table fare with firm, sweet meat. The key is working the shallow flats quietly and watching for tailing fish. Here's what works: throw topwater plugs early morning or late evening, but don't overlook live shrimp under a popping cork. These fish eat aggressively and will hit almost anything that looks like food.
Archosargus ProbatocephalusSheepshead are the bait thieves of the Gulf - those human-like teeth aren't just for show. These grey fish with black prison stripes typically run 1-8 pounds and love hanging around any structure with barnacles. Docks, bridge pilings, and oil rigs are prime spots. They're notorious for nibbling bait right off your hook, so you need to stay sharp and set that hook hard when you feel them. Spring months bring the best action when they gather near structures to spawn. Guests enjoy the challenge these crafty fish present - they require real skill to hook consistently. The payoff is sweet, mild white meat that's hard to beat on the table. Pro tip: get your bait right against the structure, even if it means losing some tackle. These fish rarely venture far from cover, so don't be shy about getting close to those pilings.
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