Fishing Charters in Texas
Browse fishing charters in Texas that can help you catch grouper.
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.
Best Time to Catch Grouper
Grouper can be caught year-round in Port Isabel. Right now in February, activity is low.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Grouper
Targeting Grouper around Port Isabel requires understanding the Lower Laguna Madre and its unique ecosystem. This area, a hyper-saline lagoon, influences Grouper behavior. Focus your efforts around jetties, rock piles, and nearshore reefs, especially during the spring and fall when water temperatures are moderate. Grouper are ambush predators, so natural presentations like live shrimp or pinfish are highly effective. Water clarity is key; the clearer the water, the more likely they are to strike. Remember that depth changes dramatically in this area, so adjust your presentation accordingly. A local tip: the jetties at the mouth of the Brazos Santiago Pass are a consistently productive spot, but be mindful of strong currents. Also, pay close attention to seasonal shrimp migrations, as Grouper will heavily feed on them.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the bag limit for grouper in Port Isabel, Texas?
The bag limit is 4 grouper per person, but only 1 can be a gag, black, yellowfin, or scamp grouper. Make sure you can identify the species correctly.
Are there size restrictions for grouper I can keep in Port Isabel?
Yes, the minimum size limit for gag, black, yellowfin, or scamp grouper is 23 inches. Other grouper species may have different size limits, so check the regulations.
Is grouper fishing open year-round near Port Isabel?
Yes, grouper fishing is generally open year-round in Texas waters. However, it's always a good idea to confirm the current regulations before you go fishing.
Do I need a specific license to fish for grouper in Port Isabel?
You'll need a Texas Saltwater Fishing License to fish for grouper in the saltwater or brackish waters near Port Isabel.
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