Full Day Corpus Christi Inshore Fishing Adventure
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Fullday inshore fishing targeting redfish, trout, and drumCaptain Jason provides all tackle, bait, and catch cleaningEighthour charter accommodates groups up to four anglers
When you're ready to get serious about inshore fishing, Captain Jason Thornton's 8-hour charter with Sea N Spots Guide Service is exactly what you need. This isn't your typical half-day trip where you're just getting warmed up when it's time to head back. With a full day on Corpus Christi's productive waters, you'll have the time to really dial in on the fish and hit multiple spots where redfish, speckled trout, flounder, black drum, and sheepshead are biting. Perfect for up to 2 anglers who want to maximize their time on the water, this charter includes everything you need – bait, tackle, gear, and even catch cleaning so you can take your fillets home.
Captain Jason knows these Corpus Christi waters like the back of his hand, and he'll put you on fish from the moment you leave the dock. You'll be fishing the grass flats, oyster reefs, and shallow bays that make this part of the Texas coast so productive for inshore species. The beauty of an 8-hour trip is that you're not rushed – if one spot isn't producing, you've got plenty of time to move around and find where the fish are holding. Expect to cover a lot of water, from the protected back lakes where redfish cruise the shallows to the deeper cuts where trout stack up. The boat is rigged with quality tackle and electronics, so you'll be fishing efficiently whether you're sight-casting to tailing reds or working structure for black drum.
You'll be using a mix of live and artificial baits depending on what the fish are wanting that day. Captain Jason keeps live shrimp, croaker, and mullet on board, plus a full arsenal of soft plastics, topwater plugs, and spoons that are proven fish-catchers in these waters. The tackle is sized right for inshore work – medium action spinning rods with enough backbone to turn a bull red away from structure, but light enough to feel every bump from a trout or flounder. You'll learn different presentations throughout the day, from popping cork rigs over grass beds to free-lining live bait along drop-offs. The captain will adjust techniques based on tides, weather, and where the fish are positioned, so you're always fishing the most effective way for the conditions.
Redfish are the stars of the show here in Corpus Christi, and for good reason. These copper-colored fighters average 20-28 inches and put up a fight that'll test your drag system. Fall and winter months are prime time when schools of reds move into the shallows to feed on shrimp and small baitfish. What makes catching redfish so addictive is the variety of ways you can target them – sight-fishing to cruising schools, working them under birds, or bouncing baits along oyster reefs where they ambush prey. Black drum are another crowd-pleaser, especially the 15-25 pound fish that frequent the deeper shell pads and channel edges. These fish are pure muscle and will give you an arm workout, plus they're excellent table fare when prepared right.
Speckled trout fishing peaks during the cooler months when these spotted beauties school up in good numbers. The 2-4 pound trout that frequent these waters are perfect eating size and fight with impressive energy for their size. They're structure-oriented fish, so you'll find them around grass beds, drop-offs, and anywhere baitfish are concentrated. Southern flounder are the masters of camouflage, lying flat on sandy bottoms waiting to ambush passing prey. These flatfish can surprise you with their size – doormat flounder over 5 pounds are caught regularly, and they're considered some of the best eating fish in the Gulf. Sheepshead round out the mix with their human-like teeth and reputation for stealing bait. Don't let their quirky appearance fool you – these fish are excellent eating and surprisingly strong fighters when hooked on light tackle.
This full-day charter gives you the best shot at experiencing everything Corpus Christi inshore fishing has to offer. With 8 hours on the water, all gear provided, and Captain Jason's local expertise, you're set up for a memorable day that could include your personal best redfish or a cooler full of eating fish. The trip accommodates up to 2 anglers, making it perfect for couples, father-son duos, or fishing buddies who want a more personalized experience than you'd get on a crowded party boat. Book your spot with Sea N Spots Guide Service and get ready to see why Corpus Christi is considered one of Texas's top inshore fishing destinations.
Jump aboard our 23-foot Shoalwater Catamaran and get ready to fish the rich waters around Corpus Christi. This solid fishing platform comes powered by a reliable 250HP Suzuki that'll get you to the fish fast, while the catamaran design keeps your ride smooth even when the bay gets choppy. The wireless trolling motor lets you sneak up on redfish and trout without spooking them, and the fish finder helps locate structure where the big ones hang out. With onboard GPS, a restroom, and room for your crew, you'll have everything needed for a productive day chasing speckled trout, redfish, black drum, and flounder in these productive Texas waters.
Pogonias CromisBlack Drum are the heavyweights of our inshore waters, ranging from 5-30 pounds with some monsters pushing 90 pounds. These dark, powerful fish love brackish waters around oyster beds, muddy flats, and creek mouths where they crush shellfish with their strong jaws. Spring is your best bet, especially during spawning season when they school up in shallow areas. What guests love most is the fight - these fish pull hard and don't give up easily. The smaller ones under 15 pounds make great eating with firm, white meat. Here's my local trick: use fresh blue crab or cut mullet on the bottom near oyster reefs. Make sure your drag is set right because when a big drum takes off, it's going to test your equipment. They're also called "drums" because they actually make drumming sounds underwater.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish are the stars of our shallow water game with their copper-bronze color and signature black spots near the tail. They range from schoolie size around 20-25 inches up to bull reds over 40 inches that'll test your tackle. These fish thrive in 1-4 feet of water around grass flats, oyster reefs, and shallow coves - sometimes so shallow their backs show above water. Fall is prime time when they school up heavily, but they bite year-round in our warm Texas waters. What guests love is the visual fishing and powerful fights, plus the smaller ones make excellent table fare with mild, sweet meat. My local secret: look for nervous water and baitfish activity on the flats during incoming tides. Throw a gold spoon or topwater plug just past the disturbance and work it back slowly. The strikes are explosive and totally addictive.
Salmo TruttaSpeckled Trout are the bread and butter of our Corpus Christi flats - beautiful silver fish covered in distinct black spots. Most run 14-20 inches and 1-3 pounds, with occasional surprises pushing 5+ pounds. They love grass flats, shallow bays, and areas with sandy bottoms, especially around dawn and dusk. Summer and fall provide consistent action, though they can be caught year-round here. What makes them popular is their willingness to hit both live bait and artificials, plus they're fantastic eating with tender, flaky white meat. The key is not overcooking them since the meat is delicate. Here's what works: focus on grass flats in 2-4 feet of water using live shrimp under a popping cork or soft plastics like paddle tails. Early morning topwater action can be outstanding when they're feeding aggressively on the surface.
Archosargus ProbatocephalusSheepshead are the "convict fish" of Corpus Christi with their distinctive black and white stripes, but what really sets them apart are their human-like teeth used for crushing barnacles and crabs. Most run 1-8 pounds and 14-20 inches, though 20-pounders do show up. You'll find them around any structure - docks, bridges, jetties, and pier pilings where they feed on barnacles and small crabs. Spring brings the best action when they're most active. Guests love the challenge because they're notorious bait thieves with light, finicky bites, but once hooked they fight well. The payoff is sweet, flaky white meat that's hard to beat. My tip: use small hooks with fresh shrimp or fiddler crabs, get as close to structure as possible, and set the hook hard at the first sign of weight. They'll steal your bait all day if you hesitate.
Paralichthys LethostigmaSouthern Flounder are masters of disguise - these flat, oval-shaped fish bury themselves in sand and mud with both eyes on their left side, waiting to ambush prey. You'll typically find them around 15-18 inches, though some reach over 30 inches. They love shallow coastal waters, bays, and estuaries with sandy or muddy bottoms where they can camouflage perfectly. Fall and winter are prime time when they move toward deeper channels. What makes them special is their ability to change color to match their surroundings - it's pretty wild to watch. They're also excellent table fare with sweet, white meat. My go-to tip: use live shrimp or small mullet on a Carolina rig, and fish it slow near structure. When you feel that subtle tap, set the hook quick - they're notorious for stealing bait.
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