Grouper Fishing in Texas
Where, when, and how to catch grouper in Texas — plus local guides and current regulations.
Featured Grouper Guides
Expert captains ready to take you on your next adventure in Texas.
Best Charters Fishing
Fishing Charters are fun out of Surfside, Texas! Best Charters has been taking customers on offshore fishing adventures for over 15 years. Targeting reef and pelagic species such as red snapper, grouper, swordfish, shark, ling, kingfish and many more in the Gulf of Mexico. All excursions are 4-8 hours in length and can be customized for your group.
Smith and Sons Galveston offshore fishing charter
Galveston fishing is here with Smith and Sons Charters! Captain Matt Smith's M/V party boat for bottom and deep drop trips, tuna fishing, and unforgettable 30/36-hour overnight trips and 12 hour trips available. We tarket yellow fin, black fin, grouper, and red snapper with a maximum of 17 passengers on our air-conditioned cabin-equipped vessels. Book now!
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.
Captain Murphy's Fishing
Captain Murphy's Isla Tours Fishing Charters Deep-Sea Fishing Trips: Our Specialty is Red Snapper. Other fish caught are Grouper, Ling, Bonita, Shark, Dorado, Amberjack, and others according to Season. Located in Sea Ranch Marina, South Padre Island, TX.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Grouper
Grouper fishing in TX: focus on seasonal forage and water conditions near Angleton. Use natural presentations and adjust depth with temperature and current.
How to Catch Grouper
Grouper Fishing Regulations in Texas
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
4 per person, only 1 may be a gag, black, yellowfin, or scamp grouper
Size Limit
23-inch minimum for gag, black, yellowfin, or scamp grouper
License Required
Texas Saltwater Fishing License
Different size limits and regulations may apply to other grouper species. Check TPWD regulations for specifics.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Texas state wildlife agency before fishing.
Popular Cities for Grouper Fishing in Texas
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the best time to catch Grouper in Texas?
The best months for Grouper in Texas are May, June, July, August, September, October.
What are the Grouper fishing regulations in Texas?
In Texas, the season is year-round, the daily bag limit is 4 per person, only 1 may be a gag, black, yellowfin, or scamp grouper, the minimum size is 23-inch minimum for gag, black, yellowfin, or scamp grouper. Regulations change throughout the year, so confirm current rules with the Texas wildlife agency before fishing.
Do I need a fishing license to catch Grouper in Texas?
Texas Saltwater Fishing License. On a guided charter, anglers are often covered under the captain's license — confirm with your guide when booking.
Where is the best Grouper fishing in Texas?
Popular Grouper destinations in Texas with local charter guides include Aransas Pass, Corpus Christi, Freeport, Galveston, Kemah.
Which charters target Grouper in Texas?
Grouper charters in Texas include Best Charters Fishing, Smith and Sons Galveston offshore fishing charter, Miss Directed and Miss Guided Fishing Charters. Compare captains, reviews, and rates above.