Fishing Charters in Texas

Browse fishing charters in Texas that can help you catch cobia.

Miss Directed and Miss Guided Fishing Charters

Miss Directed Fishing Charters specializes in private deep sea fishing charters for everything from red snapper to blue marlin in the waters off South Padre Island, Texas. The offshore waters hold other fish as well, such as tuna, amberjack, wahoo, mahi mahi/dorado, cobia, grouper, sailfish, and more Texas Sportfish.

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South Padre Island, Texas

Best Time to Catch Cobia

Cobia can be caught year-round in Horseshoe Bay. Right now in February, activity is low.

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Seasonal Activity Chart

Current Status: poor

Low activity season. Cobia are less active and catches may be limited. Consider targeting other species.

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Cobia

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Cobia, also known as ling, offer exciting opportunities for anglers fishing near Horseshoe Bay. These migratory fish are often found around buoys, pilings, and floating debris in the Gulf. Spring and early summer are generally the best times to target cobia as they move along the coast. Sight fishing is a popular technique, so keep a sharp eye out for these fish cruising near the surface. Live eels, crabs, or large jigs are effective baits. Be ready for a strong fight once hooked! A local tip: Carry a gaff and a large landing net, as cobia can grow to impressive sizes. Also, always be prepared to move quickly, as cobia can be unpredictable and cover a lot of ground.

How to Catch Cobia

Typical Size

Length: Varies by fishery

Weight: Varies by fishery

Habitat

•Local structure and edges
•Current seams
•Bait concentrations
•Depth changes

Where & When to Fish

Target Locations

•Current seams
•Points/edges
•Structure holding bait

Best Times

•Dawn/dusk and nights
•Moving tides or peak current

Bias patterns to Horseshoe Bay area: use local structure (passes/bridges for coastal; channels/points for inland) and match depth to temperature.

Cobia Fishing Regulations in Texas

Open Season

Year-round

Daily Bag Limit

1 per day

Size Limit

40-inch minimum

License Required

Saltwater fishing license

Anglers may possess only one cobia greater than 50 inches in length per vessel per day. There is an exception for holders of a properly issued Cobia Tag.

⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Texas state wildlife agency before fishing.