5.0(4 Reviews)Premium 5 Hour Jetty Bay Fishing Adventure
5.0(4 reviews)
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
5hour inshore fishing adventure targeting diverse Galveston speciesMorning and evening sessions accommodate all skill levelsSmall group experience with maximum 2 guests per charter
Looking for a solid day on the water targeting some of Galveston's best inshore species? This 5-hour jetty bay trip gives you the perfect mix of productive fishing spots and enough time to really dial in on what's biting. Captain Anthony runs a tight ship with space for just two anglers, so you're getting personalized attention whether you're working the jetties for sheepshead or drifting the flats for reds. We'll hit both morning and evening bite windows, plus lunch is covered so you can stay focused on putting fish in the boat.
This trip takes full advantage of Galveston's diverse inshore fishery, bouncing between the rock jetties and shallow bay systems depending on conditions and what's feeding. You'll start early to catch that morning bite when fish are most active, then work through different techniques as the day progresses. The jetties hold structure-loving species like sheepshead and black drum, while the bay flats are prime redfish and flounder territory. With 5 hours on the water, there's plenty of time to adjust tactics if one spot isn't producing - that's the beauty of having an experienced local captain who knows when to move and where to go next.
We'll be running a mix of bottom fishing around the jetty rocks using circle hooks and fresh bait for the sheepshead and black drum, plus some drift fishing and sight casting in the shallows for reds. All gear is provided, from medium-action spinning rods to terminal tackle and a full spread of live and cut baits. Around the jetties, we're talking about precision fishing - dropping baits right into the structure where these fish like to hide. In the bays, it's more about reading water and working areas where baitfish are schooling up. Captain Anthony will walk you through each technique as we move between spots, so even if you're new to inshore fishing, you'll be working baits like a pro by the end of the day.
"Captain Anthony was great. We caught some flounder (released due to out of season), sheepshead, black drum and trout. Snapped off on some gar. Great captain and experience." - Jannah. "Capt anthony Hewitt by far the greatest. With nothing more than hospitality and great memories for me and my wife. I highly recommend the good brother." - Walter. "My son and I went out with Captain Anthony and a great day fishing. We caught some nice fish." - Ronney.
Southern Flounder are the ghosts of Galveston's bay system, lying perfectly camouflaged on sandy bottoms waiting to ambush baitfish. These flatfish can reach impressive sizes - anything over 20 inches is a keeper when in season, and the bigger gals can push 4-5 pounds or more. Fall months are prime time for flounder as they stage near passes before heading to deeper water to spawn. What makes them exciting to catch is that initial hit - flounder don't mess around when they decide to eat, and once hooked, they'll make strong runs and try to bury themselves in the mud.
Black Drum are the bulldogs of the bay, with older fish reaching massive proportions around the jetty rocks. These copper-colored fighters use their pharyngeal teeth to crush oysters and crabs, making them perfectly suited for Galveston's structure-rich environment. You'll find smaller "puppy drum" in 1-5 pound range year-round, but the real prizes are those 20-40 pound bulls that show up in cooler months. Black drum fight with pure power - no fancy jumps, just head-shaking, line-peeling runs that'll test your drag system and arm strength.
Sheepshead earn their nickname "convict fish" from those distinctive black stripes, but local anglers know them as some of the craftiest thieves in Texas waters. These bait-stealers have human-like teeth perfectly designed for picking barnacles and small crabs off jetty rocks. The trick is feeling that subtle tap and setting the hook before they drop your bait and swim away laughing. Peak sheepshead action happens during their spawn in early spring when they stack up around structure. A 3-4 pound sheepshead is excellent table fare, with firm white meat that rivals any snapper.
Redfish are the crown jewel of Texas inshore fishing, and Galveston Bay holds some true giants. These copper-bronze beauties with distinctive black spots can be found year-round in our bay system, from schooling "rat reds" in the 16-20 inch range to oversized bulls pushing 35+ inches and 20+ pounds. Reds are opportunistic feeders that'll crush everything from live shrimp to cut mullet, and they're known for those screaming initial runs when hooked. What makes redfish special is their adaptability - you might catch one in 2 feet of water over grass flats in the morning, then hook another around deep jetty rocks that same afternoon.
This 5-hour jetty bay adventure gives you the best shot at Galveston's top inshore species with a captain who knows these waters inside and out. With only two spots available per trip, you're getting that personalized guide experience that makes all the difference between a good day and a great day on the water. Captain Anthony's track record speaks for itself, and with lunch included, all you need to bring is sunscreen and a cooler for your catch. These productive Galveston waters are waiting - book your spot and get ready for some serious inshore action.
Cast off aboard this well-rigged 23' Sea Hunt center console that's built for serious fishing in Galveston's productive waters. This spacious boat handles jetty and bay conditions with ease, featuring everything you need for a successful day on the water - from the fish finder that'll help you locate those productive spots to GPS navigation that keeps you on course. The onboard icebox keeps your catch fresh and drinks cold during those long hours under the Texas sun. With radar for those early morning runs when visibility gets sketchy, you'll fish with confidence whether you're working the jetties at dawn or targeting bay species as the day progresses. The center console design gives you 360-degree fishing access, perfect for casting to structure or working live bait along the drop-offs. Room for up to 2 anglers means you'll have plenty of space to work without tangling lines, whether you're after redfish cruising the shallows or speckled trout holding near the rocks.
Pogonias CromisBlack Drum are the heavyweights of our bay system, ranging from schoolie 5-10 pounders up to bruising 40+ pound bulls. They're bottom huggers that cruise oyster reefs, muddy flats, and around pier pilings in 3-15 feet of water. Spring is magic time - March through May when they school up to spawn and you can hear them drumming underwater. These fish are pure power once hooked, using their broad sides to bulldoze through the water. Smaller ones under 15 pounds make great table fare with firm, white meat. The real draw is landing a monster that'll test your tackle and your back. Here's the key: fresh blue crab is like candy to them. Cut it in half, use a fish finder rig, and fish right on the bottom. When they pick it up, they'll usually hook themselves.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish are our signature species - bronze beauties with that distinctive black eyespot near the tail. School fish run 20-28 inches, perfect for the dinner table, while the big bulls can push 40+ inches and 30 pounds. They love our shallow grass flats, oyster reefs, and marsh edges in just 1-4 feet of water - so shallow their backs sometimes stick out. Year-round fishing here, but fall and spring are prime when they school up tight. What gets people hooked? They fight like freight trains and hit topwater lures with explosive strikes that'll get your heart pumping. Plus, they're fantastic eating with mild, sweet meat. Here's my go-to trick: throw a gold spoon over shallow grass on incoming tide. When you see that copper flash following, speed up your retrieve - they can't resist chasing down fleeing baitfish.
Archosargus ProbatocephalusSheepshead are the convicts of our waters with those black and white stripes, but don't let the nickname fool you - they're smart fish with human-like teeth built for crushing barnacles and crabs. Most run 2-5 pounds and 14-18 inches, though we catch some chunky 8-pounders around the jetties. They stick tight to structure - pier pilings, rocks, anywhere barnacles grow thick. Winter through early spring is when they bunch up best. What makes them special? They're notorious bait thieves that'll test your reflexes, and the meat is sweet as candy once you get past those tough scales. My secret: use small hooks with fresh fiddler crabs, get as close to structure as possible, and when you feel that subtle tap-tap, set the hook hard right away. They'll steal your bait all day if you hesitate.
Paralichthys LethostigmaSouthern Flounder are masters of disguise - these flatfish bury themselves in sand and mud with both eyes on their left side, waiting to ambush prey. Most run 15-18 inches around here, but we've seen some push over two feet. They love our shallow bays, especially around jetties and drop-offs where they can hide in 2-10 feet of water. Fall and winter are prime time when they're fattening up before heading offshore to spawn. What makes them special? They're sneaky fighters that dart along the bottom, plus they're some of the best eating fish in these waters - sweet, white meat that's hard to beat. My tip: use a Carolina rig with live shrimp or finger mullet, and when you feel that subtle tap, count to three before setting the hook. They'll mouth the bait first, so patience pays off.
5.0 out of 5.0Captain Anthony was great. We caught some flounder (released due to out of season), sheepshead, black drum and trout. Snapped off...
Capt anthony Hewitt by far the greatest. With nothing more than hospitality and great memories for me and my wife. I highly recomm...
My son and I went out with Captain Anthony and a great day fishing. We caught some nice fish.
Well done!
Galveston, TX