Private 8 Hour Fishing In Clear Lake
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Fullday inshore fishing targeting Redfish, Speckled Trout, and Black DrumEighthour guided trip accommodates up to four guests with gear includedExperienced captain provides local expertise at Clear Lake's best spots
Looking for a full day on the water that'll really test your angling skills? This private 8-hour fishing charter on Clear Lake is exactly what serious anglers have been asking for. You'll have the boat all to yourself and up to three fishing buddies, with our experienced captain putting you on the fish from sunrise to late afternoon. Clear Lake's protected waters offer some of the most consistent inshore fishing on the coast, and with a full day to work the flats, grass beds, and structure, you're setting yourself up for the kind of fishing stories that'll last a lifetime.
Eight hours gives us real time to fish properly – no rushing between spots or cutting corners because we're watching the clock. We'll start early when the water's still calm and the fish are actively feeding, then adjust our strategy as conditions change throughout the day. Clear Lake's shallow bays and deeper channels provide perfect habitat for redfish, speckled trout, black drum, and sheepshead, and with a full day charter, we can target different species as they become more active. Your captain knows exactly where these fish like to hang out during different times of day and will move the boat to stay on productive water. The beauty of an 8-hour trip is that if one spot isn't producing, we've got plenty of time to try new areas without feeling rushed. You'll experience the lake at its best – from the morning bite when trout are schooled up, to midday when redfish are cruising the shallows, right through to the afternoon when black drum move into feeding position.
We provide all the rods, reels, and tackle you'll need, but the real value comes from learning how to fish Clear Lake's unique structure and conditions. Most of our fishing happens with live bait – croaker, shrimp, and mullet – fished under popping corks or on Carolina rigs depending on what we're targeting. When we're working the grass flats for trout, we'll set you up with lighter tackle and teach you how to work a popping cork to call fish from a distance. For redfish in the shallows, we might switch to heavier gear and sight-fish with live bait or soft plastics. Black drum require a different approach entirely – we'll anchor up near structure and fish cut bait on the bottom with circle hooks. The captain will show you how to read the water, identify productive structure on the fish finder, and adjust your presentation based on current, wind, and fish behavior. Clear Lake's relatively protected waters mean we can fish effectively even when the main bay gets rough, and the variety of depths and structure types means we're always adapting our techniques throughout the day.
Redfish are the crown jewel of Clear Lake fishing, and these copper-colored fighters put up some of the best battles you'll find in Texas waters. Most of our reds run between 20-28 inches, perfectly sized for both the dinner table and a good fight on medium tackle. They're most active during moving tides and love to cruise the shallow grass flats where you can actually see them coming. Fall and spring offer the best redfish action, but Clear Lake produces year-round with fish moving between deep channels in winter and shallow feeding areas during warmer months. What makes redfish so exciting here is their willingness to eat – they're aggressive feeders that'll crush live shrimp, croaker, or well-presented soft plastics.
Speckled trout are Clear Lake's most consistent producers, and during peak season you might boat 20 or more fish in a single trip. These spotted beauties average 14-18 inches with occasional trophy fish pushing 24 inches or better. Trout school up heavily in Clear Lake's deeper grass beds and around shell reefs, making them perfect targets for a long day of fishing. They're most active in spring and fall when water temperatures are in the 70s, but skilled captains know how to find them year-round by adjusting depth and presentation. Trout fishing here teaches you patience and technique – they can be finicky about bait presentation, but when you dial it in, the action gets fast and furious.
Black drum don't get the respect they deserve, but Clear Lake's population includes some true giants that'll test your tackle and your back. These bottom-dwelling powerhouses can exceed 30 pounds and are absolute bulldogs once hooked. They're structure-oriented fish that hang around reefs, channel edges, and rocky areas, making them perfect targets when we're anchored up and fishing cut bait. Black drum are most active during cooler months and provide steady action when other species slow down. They're also excellent table fare when kept in the slot, with firm white meat that's perfect for fish tacos or blackened preparations.
Sheepshead round out our target species list and provide some of the most challenging fishing Clear Lake has to offer. These black-and-white striped bait thieves have human-like teeth and a knack for stealing your bait without getting hooked. They're structure fish that love pilings, reefs, and rocky areas, and catching them consistently requires patience and technique. Most sheepshead run 12-16 inches with occasional fish reaching 18 inches or better. They're primarily a winter target when water temperatures drop, but skilled anglers can find them year-round around the right structure. What makes sheepshead exciting is the challenge – they'll humble experienced anglers and reward those who master the subtle bite detection and quick hook-sets these fish require.
A private 8-hour charter on Clear Lake gives you everything serious anglers want – time to fish properly, experienced guidance, and access to some of the most productive inshore waters on the Texas coast. You'll learn techniques that'll make you a better angler, experience the lake's incredible variety of fishing opportunities, and have the chance to boat multiple species in a single trip. With all tackle and gear provided, you can focus entirely on fishing and learning from a captain who knows
This 20-foot Seahunt center console is your ticket to Clear Lake's prime fishing waters. Built in 2016 and powered by a reliable 150HP Yamaha engine, she'll cruise comfortably at 30 knots to get you to those productive spots where the Redfish and Speckled Trout are biting. The spacious center console design gives all 4 anglers plenty of room to cast and fight fish without getting tangled up. GPS navigation keeps you on course while the fish finder helps locate schools and structure below. Perfect for targeting Black Drum around the deeper channels or working the shallows for tailing Reds. The boat handles Clear Lake's conditions with ease, whether you're drifting live bait or throwing artificials at the shoreline. Clean, well-maintained, and equipped with everything you need for a productive 8-hour fishing adventure on one of Texas's most consistent fisheries.
Pogonias CromisBlack Drum are the heavyweights of Clear Lake, typically running 5-30 pounds but capable of hitting 50+ pounds. These dark, powerful fish love shallow muddy flats and oyster beds where they crush crabs and shellfish with their strong jaws. Spring is prime time when they school up for spawning, making them much easier to target. They're famous for that deep drumming sound they make - you'll actually hear them before you see them. The smaller ones under 15 pounds make excellent table fare with sweet, flaky meat. My go-to tip: use fresh crab on a Carolina rig and keep it right on the bottom. When you feel that telltale tap-tap-tap, wait a second before setting the hook - they like to mouth the bait first.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish are Clear Lake's signature species, with that copper-red color and distinctive black eyespot near the tail. Most run 20-35 inches and fight like freight trains in the shallows. You'll find them cruising 1-4 foot flats, around oyster reefs, and grass beds where they hunt shrimp and crabs. They're year-round fish but spring and fall offer peak action. What makes them special is that explosive topwater strike and bulldogging fight that'll test your tackle. Plus, slot-sized fish are fantastic table fare. The key is staying quiet and making long casts ahead of cruising fish. My favorite trick: throw a gold spoon or topwater plug early morning over shallow grass. When you see that red back and black dot, cast well ahead and work it slow.
Salmo TruttaSpeckled Trout are Clear Lake favorites, running 14-24 inches and weighing 1-5 pounds on average. These silvery beauties with black spots love grass flats and shallow waters, especially at night when they're most active. Cool mornings and evenings produce the best action, with winter bringing schools into deeper water. They're scrappy fighters that'll jump and make runs, plus they're excellent eating with tender, flaky white meat that's perfect for the dinner table. Trout can be finicky, so vary your retrieve until you find what works. Here's my secret: use topwater plugs at dawn and dusk over grass beds, then switch to soft plastics on jig heads during midday. Work it slow and let the bait do the talking.
Archosargus ProbatocephalusSheepshead are the master thieves of Clear Lake, earning their "convict fish" nickname from those distinctive black and white stripes. Most run 1-8 pounds and 14-20 inches, but we occasionally see 15+ pounders that'll test your drag. These fish stick tight to any structure - docks, pilings, bridges - feeding on barnacles and crabs with their human-like teeth. Spring brings the best action when they move shallow to spawn. They're fantastic eating with sweet, mild white meat that rivals snapper. Here's the trick: they're notorious bait stealers, so use small hooks with fresh shrimp or fiddler crabs, get as close to structure as possible, and set the hook hard the moment you feel weight. Don't give them time to strip your bait.
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