Half-Day Inshore Fishing in Port Aransas
Looking for a solid day of fishing without breaking the bank? This half-day inshore charter in Port Aransas puts you right where the fish are biting. Captain Cory knows Redfish Bay like the back of his hand, and he's got the track record to prove it. We're talking redfish, speckled trout, flounder, and black drum – the kind of fish that make Port Aransas famous among Texas anglers. You'll get a real taste of what makes the Coastal Bend such a hot spot for inshore fishing, and with all gear provided, you can focus on what matters most: getting your line wet and having a blast on the water.
What to Expect on the Water
This isn't your typical tourist fishing trip where you're just hoping to get lucky. Captain Cory runs a tight ship and knows exactly where to find fish based on tides, weather, and seasonal patterns. You'll be fishing the productive waters of Redfish Bay, where shallow flats and deeper channels create perfect habitat for our target species. The boat holds up to 2 anglers, so you're getting personalized attention – no crowded deck or fighting for the best spots. Whether you're a complete beginner or you've been fishing these waters for years, Cory adapts his approach to make sure everyone on board has the best shot at success. The trip runs morning or afternoon, giving you flexibility to work around your schedule while still hitting prime fishing windows.
Techniques & Tackle Setup
We fish these inshore waters using proven techniques that consistently produce results. Depending on conditions and what's biting, you might be throwing live shrimp under popping corks, working soft plastics along grass lines, or drifting cut bait near structure. The captain provides top-quality rods and reels – no need to worry about bringing your own gear or wondering if it's up to the task. We keep a variety of baits on board, from live shrimp to artificial lures, so we can switch up tactics if the fish get finicky. The shallow waters of the bay system mean you'll be sight-fishing at times, watching redfish cruise the flats or working schools of trout in the open water. It's interactive fishing where you'll learn to read the water and understand why fish behave the way they do in different conditions.
Customer Stories
"Great guide, super personable and patient with beginner fisherman. Top-notch equipment." - Jay. "Capt Cory is the best fishing guide I have ever used. Very friendly and personable. He answer's all of your questions and makes it fun for everyone. He will go the extra mile to make sure you have a good time and caught fish. He does not look at his watch to see if times up. He fished us 15 mins past time and we caught 2 redfish." - Randall. "This was our second trip with Captain Cory Russell, and we are absolutely excited and can't wait to book the third one!!!! Captain Cory never disappoints, we, again, had a FANTASTIC experience!!! First time we maxed out our fish limit within first couple of hours, this time things didn't go that way, but it was not for the lack of trying!" - Ida.
Species You'll Want to Hook
Redfish are the crown jewel of Port Aransas inshore fishing, and for good reason. These copper-colored bruisers average 18-27 inches in our waters and fight like they've got something to prove. You'll find them year-round, but fall and winter offer some of the best action when they school up in massive numbers. What makes reds so special is their aggressive nature – they'll blow up on topwater lures, crush live bait, and put on a show that gets every angler's heart pumping. The sight of a redfish tailing in shallow water is something you won't forget, and the way they strip drag off your reel will have you planning your next trip before this one's over.
Speckled trout, or "specks" as locals call them, are the bread and butter of Texas inshore fishing. These beautiful fish with distinctive black spots along their sides typically run 14-20 inches in our area, with occasional trophy fish pushing the 25-inch mark. They're most active during cooler months from October through March, making them perfect targets for winter fishing when other species slow down. Specks are notorious for their soft mouths, so landing one requires a gentle touch and steady pressure. They school up around grass beds and shell reefs, and once you find a good group, you can often catch several before they move on.
Southern flounder are the ultimate ambush predators, lying flat on sandy or muddy bottoms waiting for unsuspecting prey to swim by. These flatfish are masters of camouflage and provide some of the best eating you'll find in Texas waters. Fall migration periods from September through November offer the best shot at keeper-sized fish, as they move from shallow bays toward deeper Gulf waters. Flounder fishing requires patience and technique – you'll be bouncing jigs or drifting live bait along the bottom, feeling for that subtle tap that signals a fish has picked up your offering. When you hook one, they fight with surprising strength for a flatfish, bulldogging toward the bottom and making powerful runs.
Black drum might not win any beauty contests, but they're absolute tanks when it comes to fighting power. These bronze-colored fish can range from small "puppy drum" around 14-16 inches up to massive bulls that can exceed 30 inches and pull like freight trains. They're year-round residents in our bay system, with peak action typically in spring and fall. Black drum feed primarily on crabs and shellfish, crushing shells with powerful pharyngeal teeth that create a distinctive crunching sound you can actually hear underwater. They're bottom feeders that require patience – you'll be fishing cut crab or shrimp on the bottom, waiting for that steady pull that
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