8-Hour Fishing Trip — Corpus Christi, TX
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Target Redfish, Trout, and Black Drum on inshore watersEighthour guided trip includes all tackle and fliesSmall group experience with maximum two guests
Get ready to wet your line in some of Texas's most productive inshore waters with Wyld On The Fly. This full-day fishing adventure puts you right in the heart of Corpus Christi's legendary flats and back bays, where redfish, trout, and black drum are waiting to test your skills. With eight solid hours on the water, you'll have plenty of time to work different spots, dial in your technique, and put some serious fish in the boat. Whether you're a seasoned angler or just getting your feet wet, this top-rated fishing experience delivers the kind of action that keeps people coming back to the Texas coast year after year.
Your day kicks off early when you meet your guide at one of Corpus Christi's premier launch points. The morning bite is usually hot, so we'll be heading out as the sun starts painting the sky. This world-class inshore fishery offers everything from shallow grass flats to deeper channel edges, giving us plenty of options no matter what the conditions throw at us. Your guide knows these waters like the back of their hand - every drop-off, every grass bed, every spot where the fish like to hang out when the tide's moving right. The boat stays comfortable with just two anglers max, so you'll get personalized attention and won't be fighting for casting room. Pack your snacks, drinks, and sun gear because once we're out there, we're committed to finding fish and making the most of every hour.
This trip is all about sight fishing with fly gear, which means you'll be hunting fish you can actually see. Your guide provides all the tackle, flies, and equipment you need - we're talking quality rods matched with the right lines and proven fly patterns that these fish can't resist. The technique here is all about stealth and precision. We'll pole through skinny water where redfish cruise the flats looking for crabs and shrimp, and you'll learn to read the water like a pro. Watch for nervous water, tailing fish, and those telltale shadows moving across the sandy bottom. When your guide calls out a fish at two o'clock, you'll need to make that cast count. The takes are visual and aggressive - there's nothing quite like watching a big red turn on your fly and feeling that rod load up. Don't worry if you're new to saltwater fly fishing; your guide will coach you through everything from the double haul to fighting fish in current.
Redfish are the crown jewel of Texas inshore fishing, and Corpus Christi's waters are absolutely loaded with them. These copper-colored bruisers range from slot-sized fish around 18-27 inches up to massive bull reds that'll peel line off your reel like it's nothing. Redfish are year-round residents here, but fall brings some of the best action when they school up in huge numbers. They're aggressive feeders with a serious attitude - once hooked, they'll make blistering runs and use every trick in the book to throw your fly. The best part about reds is how they feed in shallow water where you can watch the whole show unfold.
Speckled trout bring a different kind of excitement to your fly box. These beautiful fish are incredibly popular with local anglers because they're both challenging to catch and fantastic on the table. Trout have a more delicate take compared to redfish - they'll often sip your fly rather than crush it, so you need to stay alert and set the hook quickly. Spring and fall are prime time for bigger trout, with fish pushing 20+ inches not uncommon in these waters. They love structure like oyster reefs and drop-offs near grass beds. When you hook into a good trout, expect some spectacular jumps and head-shaking that'll keep you on your toes.
Black drum round out this world-class slam opportunity, and these fish are absolute tanks when it comes to raw power. While they might not win any beauty contests, drum make up for it with sheer muscle and determination. These bottom feeders love crab patterns worked slowly along oyster bars and muddy flats. Black drum can get huge - we're talking fish that can push 30, 40, even 50+ pounds in these waters. Hooking into a big drum on fly gear is like being tied to a freight train. They use their broad sides and powerful tails to bulldoze their way around the flat, testing every knot and connection in your setup. The fight might not be flashy, but it's pure, honest power that'll leave your arms aching and your face grinning.
This customer favorite fishing experience gives you everything you need for a day you'll be talking about for years. Eight hours with a seasoned guide, all the gear you need, and access to some of the best inshore fishing Texas has to offer - it's the kind of trip that turns good days into great memories. The two-angler limit means you'll get the attention you deserve, whether you need help with your casting or want to learn new techniques. Corpus Christi's inshore waters fish well year-round, but prime dates fill up fast, especially during peak seasons. Don't let this renowned fishing opportunity slip away - grab your calendar, round up your fishing buddy, and get ready to experience why anglers travel from all over to fish these legendary Texas flats.
The 2018 Beavertail Mosquito is your ticket to prime inshore fishing spots around Corpus Christi Bay. This shallow-draft skiff cuts through skinny water like butter, getting you into those back-country flats where trophy redfish and speckled trout hang out. Built tough for Texas coastal conditions, she's equipped with GPS navigation to mark productive honey holes and navigate tricky channels. The Mosquito's low profile and quiet operation won't spook fish in shallow areas where bigger boats can't reach. Perfect for two anglers who want to work the grass beds, oyster reefs, and marsh edges where black drum cruise. This nimble fishing machine handles choppy bay water with ease while still floating in just inches when you're sight-casting to tailing reds. Whether you're targeting structure or drifting open flats, this boat puts you right where the fish are biting.
Pogonias CromisBlack Drum are the heavyweights of our flats, running anywhere from 15-40 pounds with some monsters pushing 60+. These bruisers love crushing oysters and crabs around shell beds and muddy bottoms in 2-8 feet of water. Spring brings the best action when they school up for spawning - that's when you'll hear them drumming underwater. What makes them special is the pure power they bring to the fight, plus smaller ones under 15 pounds make excellent table fare with firm, white meat. They're surprisingly spooky for their size, so approach quietly. Here's the key: get your crab or shrimp bait right on the bottom near oyster bars and be patient - when a big drum picks it up, there's no mistaking that steady, bulldogging pull.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish are the signature species of our shallow water fishing here in Corpus. These copper-colored beauties typically run 20-28 inches, with those famous black spots near their tails making them easy to spot. They love cruising oyster reefs, grass flats, and back lakes in just 1-4 feet of water - sometimes so shallow their backs show above the surface. Year-round fishing is solid, but fall brings the biggest schools. What makes reds special is their aggressive nature and powerful runs when hooked. Plus, slot-sized fish make outstanding table fare with mild, sweet meat. They're not picky eaters - live shrimp, crab, and cut bait all work great. Pro tip: look for nervous water or tail-slapping on calm days. When you see reds pushing wake in skinny water, cast ahead of them and let your bait settle to the bottom.
Salmo TruttaSpeckled Trout are the bread and butter of Corpus Christi fishing, typically running 14-20 inches with some nice 3-4 pounders mixed in. They cruise grass flats and drop-offs in 3-6 feet, feeding heavily on shrimp and small baitfish. Spring through fall gives you the most consistent action, especially early morning and evening. What guests love about trout is their willingness to hit topwater lures - those explosive surface strikes never get old. They're also some of the best eating fish we have here, with sweet, flaky white meat. The trick with specks is matching your lure to the baitfish they're feeding on. During shrimp runs, throw a popping cork with live shrimp underneath. When they're on bait, switch to soft plastics that mimic mullet or pinfish.
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