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Fishing charters in Bayou Vista, TX

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Whether you are planning an inshore fishing trip or a reef fishing, you’ll easily find a fishing charter in Bayou Vista.

Local fishing charters can help you reel in Redfish, Southern Flounder, Black Drum, Spotted Seatrout, and many more.

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Inshore fishing charters in Bayou Vista

Bayou Vista waters give a unique inshore fishing experience all year round. From the fishing on the flats to the Founder gigging, there’s something for anglers of all tastes and budgets.

Redfish, Southern Flounder, Black Drum, Spotted Seatrout, and Redfish can be your next catch.

Inshore fishing trips are good for families with kids, couples, and small groups of friends.

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Inshore fishing trip prices

On average, the price for a 4-hour inshore fishing trip is $465 for 2 people. Add $50 for an extra angler. Fishing charters can accommodate up to 6 persons depending on the capacity of the boat.

$200 is the lowest price for a 2-hour inshore fishing trip in Bayou Vista found on our platform.

There are about 41 fishing guides in Bayou Vista and nearby cities. It’s easy to find your next fishing trip in Bayou Vista.

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Best time for inshore fishing

July, June and August will be your next best months for inshore fishing in Bayou Vista.

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Offshore fishing charters in Bayou Vista

If you're looking for an offshore fishing trip that will take your breath away, Bayou Vista fishing is the perfect place for you. You'll never run out of places to fish with miles of open water to explore.

Bayou Vista fishing charters will put you on Blacktip Shark, King Mackerel, Red Snapper, Jack Crevalle, and many more.

Offshore fishing trips are good for experienced anglers, groups for friends, and those who want to reel in a bigger catch. Be ready to travel into the federal waters miles off the coast.

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Offshore fishing trip prices

On average, the price for a 4-hour offshore fishing trip is $770 for 2 people. An extra person fee is $50. Fishing charters can accommodate 4-6 anglers depending on the size of the vessel.

The most affordable rates start at $595 for a 4-hour offshore fishing trip near Bayou Vista.

In Bayou Vista and nearby cities, there are more than 29 offshore fishing charters. So you'll have a lot of options to book your next fishing trip.

Tip: It’s better to take a 6-hour or 8-hour offshore fishing trip for the best fishing experience. Offshore fishing spots are away from the coast, so you will need some time to get there.

The average tips are 15-20% of the total fishing charter price.

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Best time for offshore fishing

July, June and August will be your next best months for offshore fishing in Bayou Vista.

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Family-friendly fishing charters in Bayou Vista

Bayou Vista family-friendly fishing charters offer short trips for a quick outing — perfect for families with kids. The Captain will show you and your family various fishing techniques and teach you about different fish species.

Inshore fishing takes place in calm waters like bays and creeks. Because of the shallower depths, the calm inland waters are great for family fishing.

Family-friendly fishing trip prices

The perfect choice for a family with kids will be an inshore fishing trip. The journey won’t be exhausting, so your kids will learn more about fish species and fishing techniques.

$436 is the average price for a 4-hour family-friendly fishing trip and 2 guests. Add $50 for each additional guest. Fishing charters can accommodate up to 6 persons depending on the capacity of the boat.

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Shark fishing charters in Bayou Vista

A wide variety of sharks are found in the waters near Bayou Vista, making it a perfect destination for shark fishing. Hiring a Bayou Vista shark fishing charter is an excellent idea if you want to target famous ocean predators.

Depending on the season, you can catch Blacktip Shark, Scalloped Hammerhead Shark, Bonnethead Shark, Bull Shark, and many more.

Note: some shark species are considered prohibited in Texas and cannot be kept as a trophy. These sharks have to be released. Fishing charter Captains will help you with shark identification.

Sharks inhabit inshore and deep water near reef dropoffs. Pups and juveniles occur in shallow waters, while larger sharks can be found in offshore waters.

Bait is an essential component of any shark fishing adventure. Top bait for shark fishing would be Mullet, Ladyfish, Bonita, and Blue Runner. Fishing charters prepare the best bait depending on the targeted shark species.

Shark fishing trip prices

On average, the price for a 4-hour shark fishing trip is $522 for 2 guests. An extra guest fee is $50. Captains can take 4-6 persons depending on the length of the craft.

There are about 13 fishing guides in Bayou Vista and nearby cities. It’s easy to find your next fishing outing in Bayou Vista.

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Best time for shark fishing in Bayou Vista

Sharks are active all year round. March through October is the best time for shark fishing in Bayou Vista.

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Tarpon fishing charters in Bayou Vista

Tarpon is one of the top trophy fish you can target on Bayou Vista fishing charters. Many local charters specialize in putting anglers on Tarpon. They are ready to share productive spots and methods with their clients.

Tarpon live in bays, lagoons, and even rivers. The perfect bait for targeting the silver king could be crabs, shrimps, mullet, or pinfish.

Note: Tarpon fishing is catch-and-release-only. Tarpon over 40 inches must remain in the water. So be delicate with your catch, take a memorable photo, and let it go.

Tarpon fishing rates

On average, the base price for a 6-hour Tarpon fishing charter is $580 for 2 anglers. Add $50 for each additional guest.

In Bayou Vista and nearby cities, there are about 15 fishing companies specialized in Tarpon fishing.

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Best time for Tarpon fishing in Bayou Vista

Tarpon season starts in late spring and lasts until the end of summer. The ideal months are October, September, and August.

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FAQ

What is included in the price?

Most trips are all-inclusive. Captains provide rods, reels, tackle, bait, and a cooler with ice. Usually, Captains clean anything that you catch.

A fishing license is not included in the price. To fish in Texas you need to buy it: TPWD website is the best option, but you can also visit TPWD office. The majority of grocery stores and tackle shops across the state sell licenses as well.

A Fishing charter has to have a federal permit if you are planning to fish in the federal waters.

What to bring on a fishing charter trip?

Depending on the weather, Captains recommend bringing sunscreen, polarized sunglasses, long sleeve shirt, hat, windbreaker, waterproof jacket, waterproof pans, appropriate non-skid footwear, gloves, your medicines, bug bite cream, sanitizer, drinks, and snacks.

Bring your freshwater license if you are planning to fish in the freshwater.

Some Captains don’t recommend bringing spray sunscreen, liquor, weapons, fireworks, and inappropriate footwear.

How to book a fishing charter trip?

You can reserve a trip with a 10-30% deposit.

The remaining balance has to be paid directly to the Captain on the day of your trip or upon arrival.

The deposit could be refunded if you cancel the trip before the cancellation deadline. On average, a free cancellation deadline is 2-14 days before the trip date. Keep in mind that some of the bookings could be non-refundable.

What are the closest boat ramps and marinas to Bayou Vista?

There are several boat ramps and marinas near Bayou Vista. Most of the fishing charters launch from:

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