3.0(1 Reviews)Private 8-Hour Drift Fishing Trip
3.0(1 reviews)
Private Trip
Flats/Shallows Fishing
Fullday drift fishing adventure in Matagorda Bay watersTarget redfish and speckled trout with experienced local guideAccommodates groups with multiple boat arrangements available
When you're looking to spend a serious day on Matagorda Bay, this 8-hour drift fishing adventure with Gon Get'em Guide Service delivers exactly what you're after. We're talking about a full commitment to finding fish – no shortcuts, no half-measures. Your guide knows these waters like the back of their hand, and they'll put you on the productive spots where redfish and speckled trout are feeding. This isn't just another fishing trip; it's your chance to work the flats, back lakes, and open water drift patterns that produce consistent action throughout the day.
Your day starts with a game plan discussion based on current conditions, tides, and what the fish have been doing lately. Matagorda Bay offers multiple fishing opportunities, and your guide will adapt the approach based on wind, weather, and fish activity. You might start by wading shallow grass flats in the early morning when the water's calm, then transition to drift fishing deeper channels as conditions change. The back lake systems provide excellent protection on windy days, while the main bay offers expansive drifts when conditions are right. Each fishing method has its advantages – wading gets you into skinny water where big reds cruise, while drift fishing covers more water and targets suspended trout. Your captain reads the conditions and adjusts accordingly, ensuring you're always fishing the most productive water available.
Drift fishing on Matagorda Bay involves positioning the boat over productive structure or drop-offs and letting the wind or current carry you through the strike zone. Your guide uses the trolling motor to control speed and direction, keeping you in the fish zone longer. We're typically working soft plastics on jigheads, live bait under popping corks, or topwater lures depending on fish behavior and water conditions. The key is matching your presentation to the depth and structure you're fishing. Over shell reefs, we might bounce jigs close to the bottom for feeding redfish. In open water, we'll suspend baits in the water column where trout are schooled up. Your guide provides all tackle and rigging, plus teaches you the techniques that work best in these specific waters. The boat setup accommodates up to four anglers comfortably for drift fishing, giving everyone room to work without tangling lines.
"Didn't have captain fern, capt, Jordan did and had an amazing time, would recommend captain Jordan" - Ricky
Redfish are the backbone of Matagorda Bay fishing, and these copper-colored fighters provide consistent action year-round. These fish range from schoolie reds in the 18-24 inch range up to bull reds pushing 30+ inches and serious weight. Spring and fall offer the best red fishing, when they're actively feeding in preparation for seasonal movements. Reds love structure – oyster reefs, grass lines, and drop-offs where they ambush baitfish. What makes them special is their fight and their willingness to eat a variety of baits. They'll crush a topwater plug in shallow water or inhale a live shrimp bounced along the bottom. The sound of a red hitting a surface lure is something you don't forget.
Speckled trout are the other major target, and Matagorda Bay produces some quality fish. These silvery predators school up over structure and suspend in the water column, making them perfect for drift fishing techniques. Spring spawning runs produce the biggest trout, with fish over 20 inches common during peak periods. Trout are more finicky than reds, requiring precise presentations and quality lures. They respond well to soft plastics worked slowly, live bait under corks, and topwater lures during low-light periods. The fight isn't as bulldoggish as a redfish, but trout make screaming runs and jump when hooked. Plus, they're excellent table fare if you decide to keep a few for dinner.
This 8-hour commitment gives you the time needed to really work Matagorda Bay's best fishing spots without feeling rushed. Your guide's local knowledge, combined with a full day on the water, puts the odds heavily in your favor for consistent action and quality fish. The trip accommodates two anglers in the base price, with room for additional people at $100 per person. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, introducing someone to saltwater fishing, or just want to spend a quality day pursuing fish, this trip delivers the goods. Matagorda Bay's year-round fishery means there's never a bad time to book, though spring and fall offer peak conditions. Don't wait – reserve your spot and get ready to experience some of the Texas coast's best drift fishing action.
3.0 out of 5.0Didn’t have captain fern, capt, Jordan did and had an amazing time, would recommend captain Jordan
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