Fishing charters in Clear Lake Shores, TX

Whether you are looking for a fly fishing trip or a nearshore fishing adventure, Clear Lake Shores fishing will give you an experience of a lifetime.

You can land Redfish, Southern Flounder, Black Drum, Spotted Seatrout, and many more.

Inshore fishing charters in Clear Lake Shores

Clear Lake Shores waters give a unique inshore fishing experience all year round. From backcountry fishing to the night Snook fishing trips, there’s something for anglers of all tastes and all ages.

There are a plenty of options for your next fishing trip near Clear Lake Shores. Local waters a playground for Redfish, Southern Flounder, Black Drum, Spotted Seatrout, and many more.

Inshore fishing trips are very popular with families, couples, and small groups of friends.

Inshore fishing trip prices

$465 is the average price for a 4-hour inshore fishing trip and 2 people. An extra angler fee is $50. Captains can take 4-6 anglers depending on the length of the boat.

The most affordable 2-hour inshore fishing trip in Clear Lake Shores costs $200 for 2 anglers.

There are more than 41 fishing companies in Clear Lake Shores and nearby cities. You will have a lot of choices to book your next fishing retreat.

Best time for inshore fishing

The best months for inshore fishing near Clear Lake Shores are July, June and August.

Popular inshore fish species

• Redfish
• Southern Flounder
• Black Drum
• Spotted Seatrout
• Blacktip Shark

Popular inshore fishing charters

• Terry's Guide Service from $425.00
• Knot Working Fishing Charters from $650.00
• Galveston Offshore Fishing Guide from $495.00
• Shallowater Bay Adventures from $500.00
• Tommy Boy's Charter Services from $600.00

Offshore fishing charters in Clear Lake Shores

Nothing beats fishing in the open water. Clear Lake Shores offshore fishing charters have unique access to nearshore and offshore fishing grounds.

There are a lot of options for your next fishing trip near Clear Lake Shores. These waters a home to 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.

Offshore fishing trip prices

On average, the base price for a private 4-hour offshore fishing charter is $770 for 2 anglers. Add $50 for an extra angler. Fishing charters can accommodate 2-6 anglers depending on the size of the craft.

The cheapest 4-hour offshore fishing trip in Clear Lake Shores found on our platform costs $595 for 2 anglers.

You can find more than 29 fishing charters in Clear Lake Shores and nearby cities. It’s easy to book your next fishing break in Clear Lake Shores.

Keep in mind that it takes time to get to the best offshore fishing spots. It’s better to take a 6-hour offshore fishing trip if you want more fishing action.

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

Best time for offshore fishing

July, June and August will be your next best months for offshore fishing in Clear Lake Shores.

Popular offshore fish species

• Blacktip Shark
• King Mackerel
• Red Snapper
• Jack Crevalle
• Cobia

Popular offshore fishing charters

• Galveston Offshore Fishing Guide from $1950.00
• Nautilus Charters from $2000.00

Family-friendly fishing charters in Clear Lake Shores

Clear Lake Shores family-friendly fishing charters offer a great opportunity to build relationships with the members of your family. Your Captain will show you how to use the tackle and catch different species of fish.

Inshore fishing could be your next choice if you prefer to be close to land and away from the wild seas. Inland waters provide consistent fishing even on windy days.

Family-friendly fishing trip prices

Take a quick 4-hour inshore fishing trip if you are traveling with your family. It won’t be an exhausting trip, so your kids will learn more about fish species and fishing techniques.

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

Popular family-friendly fishing charters

Shark fishing charters in Clear Lake Shores

A steady flow of warm water makes Clear Lake Shores an attractive destination for shark fishing. Clear Lake Shores shark fishing charters provide safe and fun adventures for anglers looking to try their hands at shark fishing.

These waters will yield anything from Blacktip Shark and Scalloped Hammerhead Shark to Bonnethead Shark.

Note: not all shark species can be caught or landed in Texas. Some species are considered prohibited. These sharks have to be released. Fishing charter Captains will help you with shark identification.

Sharks inhabit nearshore waters around river mouths, bays, mangrove swamps, and shallow flats. Deep waters are home to adult sharks, while shallows are a playground for juveniles and pups.

Live bait is preferred for shark fishing. Top bait for shark fishing would be Mullet, Ladyfish, Bonita, and Blue Runner. Fishing charters prepare the bait depending on what shark species you want to catch.

Shark fishing trip prices

$522 is the average price for a 4-hour shark fishing trip and 2 guests. Add $50 for an extra angler. Fishing charters can accommodate up to 6 persons depending on the capacity of the boat.

There are more than 13 fishing companies in Clear Lake Shores and nearby cities. You will have a lot of choices to book your next fishing retreat.

Best time for shark fishing in Clear Lake Shores

Sharks are active all year round. The best months for targeting sharks in Clear Lake Shores are from March through October.

Popular shark species

• Blacktip Shark
• Scalloped Hammerhead Shark
• Bonnethead Shark
• Bull Shark

Popular shark fishing charters

Tarpon fishing charters in Clear Lake Shores

Tarpon is one of the most desired trophy fish in Clear Lake Shores. Local guides are experienced in Tarpon fishing. They will show you all the spots, techniques, and provide you with the best bait.

Tarpon can be found in inshore waters, sallows, and bays. Shrimp, pinfish, mullet, and crabs would be the ideal fishing bait.

Note: Tarpon are a protected catch-and-release-only species. Also, you can’t lift a 40+ inch Tarpon out of the water. So be careful with your trophy, take a few photos, 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 person.

In Clear Lake Shores and nearby cities, there are about 15 fishing companies specialized in Tarpon fishing.

Best time for Tarpon fishing in Clear Lake Shores

Tarpon fishing season in Clear Lake Shores is late spring through summer. The best months for Tarpon fishing are October, September, and August.

Popular Tarpon fishing charters

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 the catch with no additional payments.

A fishing license is not included in the price. If you plan to fish in Texas, you must buy one. The easiest way would be to buy it online at TPWD website or in person in their office. Tackle shops or grocery stores across the state works as well.

An offshore fishing charter has to have a federal permit 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 book a trip with a 10-20% deposit.

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

The majority of the fishing charter deposits are refundable if you can cancel before the cancellation deadline. The average 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 Clear Lake Shores?

Fishing charters launch from marinas or public boat ramps. Popular meeting points near Clear Lake Shores are:

• Sylvan Beach Boat Ramp, N Bayshore Dr & Grove St — 22 mins from Clear Lake Shores
• Portofino Harbour Marina, 1 Portofino Plaza — 6 mins from Clear Lake Shores
• Galveston Yacht Marina, 715 N Holiday Dr — 44 mins from Clear Lake Shores