5.0(7 Reviews)Private Inshore Fishing Charter
5.0(7 reviews)
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Top Rated
Target redfish, trout, and flounder in Lower Laguna Madre watersCaptain cleans and fillets catch for guests to take homeFlexible scheduling accommodates up to five guests per charter
Ready to get on some serious fish in one of Texas' most productive inshore waters? Captain Augustin runs top-rated private charters out of Lower Laguna Madre, where the redfish are thick, the trout are hungry, and the flounder are hiding in all the right spots. This isn't your crowded party boat deal – you'll have the whole rig to yourself and up to four buddies, with a captain who knows these flats like the back of his hand. Bring your fishing license and get ready to fill the cooler, because everything you catch is going home with you, cleaned and filleted by the captain himself.
Lower Laguna Madre is a world-class fishery that stretches between the mainland and Padre Island, creating the perfect mix of shallow flats, grass beds, and deeper channels where gamefish love to hang out. Captain Augustin's operation is built around flexibility – whether you want to get out at dawn to hit the morning bite or prefer a more relaxed mid-day start, he'll work with your schedule. The boat is set up for serious fishing with all the gear you need, from rods and reels to tackle and bait. You'll spend your time working the productive areas where redfish cruise the shallows, speckled trout ambush baitfish, and flounder lay buried in the sand waiting for an easy meal. The captain handles all the navigation, bait selection, and fish cleaning, so you can focus on what matters most – getting bent rods and having a blast doing it.
The fishing style here is classic Texas inshore – light tackle work in relatively shallow water where you can sight-cast to cruising reds or blind-cast to structure and grass lines for trout. Captain Augustin runs quality spinning gear matched to the conditions, typically medium-light setups that give you the sensitivity to feel those subtle trout bites while still having enough backbone to turn a bull red away from the grass. Live bait is often the ticket here – live shrimp under popping corks for trout, mud minnows for flounder, and cut bait for the bigger reds. When conditions are right, artificial lures like soft plastics and topwater plugs can absolutely light them up. The captain reads the water and adjusts tactics based on what's happening that day – tide, wind, water clarity, and fish behavior all play into the game plan. You might find yourself drifting grass flats, anchoring on a productive drop-off, or working the edges of channels where the current brings the bait and the fish follow.
"Excellent guide—very accommodating and professional. Strongly recommend! Will definitely book another with him soon!" - Aaron. "Captain Augustin exceeded all expectations! Despite challenging weather conditions, he skillfully navigated us to prime fishing spots, ensuring a memorable and successful trip. His friendly and personable demeanor made the experience truly enjoyable. I highly recommend Captain Augustin for an unforgettable fishing adventure!" - Jason. "Captain Augustin took me and my four sisters out of Port Mansfield. We had a wonderful time. He was on time, had an immaculate boat, and a fun and pleasant attitude. He was very knowledgeable about fishing in the area, and we all caught fish and had a great time! I would definitely recommend his services to anyone looking for a very experienced and likable guide in the area." - Sarah.
Sea Trout are the bread and butter of Lower Laguna Madre fishing, and for good reason. These spotted beauties are aggressive feeders that hit hard and fight smart, using their head-shaking runs to try and throw the hook. Most of the trout you'll encounter here run in the 14 to 20-inch range, with some real slobs pushing over 25 inches during the cooler months. Spring and fall are prime time when they school up over the grass flats and around structure, but summer fishing can be phenomenal early and late in the day. What makes trout fishing so addictive is their willingness to hit both live bait and artificials – one minute you're dead-sticking a shrimp under a cork, the next you're working a topwater plug and watching them blow up on it.
Redfish are the showstoppers of the flats, and Lower Laguna Madre grows some absolute tanks. These copper-colored bruisers are built for power, with broad tails and the attitude to match. You'll find them cruising the shallow flats, tailing in inches of water, or ganged up in the deeper potholes and channels. The slot-sized fish between 20 and 28 inches are perfect for the table, while the oversized bulls that can push 40 inches and 30 pounds are pure adrenaline on light tackle. Redfish feed year-round here, but fall brings some of the best action when they're fattening up and feeding aggressively. They're not picky eaters – live bait, cut bait, and artificials all produce, and watching a big red inhale your offering in skinny water never gets old.
Southern Flounder might not win any beauty contests, but they're some of the best eating fish in the bay and a blast to target when you know where to look. These flatfish are masters of camouflage, burying themselves in sand and mud near channel edges, shell reefs, and structure where they can ambush passing prey. Most of the keeper flounder here run 15 to 20 inches, with some doormat-sized fish over 24 inches showing up during the cooler months. Fall is prime time for flounder as they stage near the passes before their offshore spawning run, and that's when you'll find the biggest concentrations. They're not flashy fighters, but the way they shake their heads and try to dive back to the bottom makes for a unique fishing experience, and few fish taste better on the dinner table.
Captain Augustin's 25-foot Dargel Kat is built for serious fishing in the shallow waters of Lower Laguna Madre. This stable flats boat cuts through the water at speeds up to 55 knots with its powerful 250 HP Suzuki engine, getting you to the prime redfish and trout spots fast. The boat's shallow draft design lets you access those hard-to-reach backcountry areas where the big fish hide. Modern electronics including GPS, fish finder, radar, and VHF radio keep you connected and on the fish all day. With room for up to four anglers plus the captain, there's plenty of space to cast without crowding. The open deck layout gives everyone clear sight lines to spot tailing reds and working birds. Whether you're sight fishing the grass flats or drifting structure for flounder, this boat handles it all with ease.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish are the bread and butter of our inshore fishing here. These bronze-backed beauties with their signature black spots near the tail are pure fighters - they'll drag you around the flats and test your tackle. Most of what we catch runs 18-30 inches, but don't be surprised if we hook into a bull red that'll really bend your rod. They love super shallow water, sometimes so shallow their backs stick out. Look for them around oyster bars, grass edges, and mud flats. Fall and spring are prime time when they're feeding heavy. The meat is excellent eating with a mild, slightly sweet flavor. Here's the trick: when you spot one tailing in shallow water, cast past it and slowly work your bait in front of its nose - they can't resist.
Salmo TruttaSpotted sea trout are one of our most popular targets here in the Laguna Madre. These silvery fish with distinctive black spots typically run 14-24 inches and fight harder than you'd expect for their size. They love hanging around grass flats and shallow areas, especially during spring and fall when they're most active. What makes them special is their excellent table fare - soft, flaky white meat that's perfect for the grill. During cooler months, they school up in deeper water, but summer nights are magic when they move shallow to feed. Pro tip: work your lure slow and steady over grass beds around dawn or dusk - that's when they're most aggressive and likely to hammer your bait.
Paralichthys LethostigmaSouthern flounder are the masters of disguise down here - these flat, oval-shaped fish bury themselves in sand and mud, waiting to ambush anything that swims by. Most run 15-18 inches, but we've seen some doormat-sized fish push 25+ inches that'll surprise you with their fight. They're bottom dwellers, so we target sandy and muddy areas in bays and shallow coastal waters. Fall is prime time when they're moving toward passes and deeper water for winter. What guests love is how different they are from our other species - plus they're fantastic eating with sweet, white meat. The key is fishing slow along the bottom with live mullet or shrimp on a Carolina rig. Keep your bait moving just enough to stay off the bottom.
5.0 out of 5.0Excellent guide—very accommodating and professional. Strongly recommend! Will definitely book another with him soon!
Captain Augustin exceeded all expectations! Despite challenging weather conditions, he skillfully navigated us to prime fishing sp...
Captain Augustin took me and my four sisters out of Port Mansfield. We had a wonderful time. He was on time, had an immaculate boa...
Augustin is a great captain, fisherman, teacher and guide. One of friendliest guys and the best guide experiences I have ever had...
He was very knowledgeable and professional. Would definitely like him to be our fishing guide again.
Everything about this trip was professional, courteous and fun! Captain was on time, geared and prepared for a wonderful charter. ...
Captain Augustin is exceptional. He got us on good trout early and demonstrated extensive knowledge and experience. I highly recom...
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