Southern Flounder Fishing in Port Aransas, TX
Local guides, seasonality, and regulations for southern flounder in Port Aransas.
Fishing Charters in Texas
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Clear Lake Texas Fishing Trips
Texas Red Fish Adventures
Harlingen, Texas
The Lower Laguna Madre is one of the finest spots to fly fish for red fish (red drum), black drum, speckled trout, flounder, tarpon, snook, sheepshead, and ladyfish.
Kapt Keepers Charters
Galveston Charter Fishing trips with personal and courteous service. Offshore, Bay and Jetty Fishing. Red Snapper, Kingfish, Redfish, Ling, Flounder, and more
Have Boat Will Travel Guide
Sabine Lake Fishing guides, Fish Sabine Lake, Capt. Bill Watkins, Sabine Lake fishing guide provides Sabine Lake saltwater guided fishing trips for individuals and groups for speckled trout, redfish, and flounder. Have Boat Will Travel Guide Service and Captain Bill Watkins will guide you on a fishing trip to remember.
Frenzy Guide Service
Enjoy Galveston Bay Fishing Guide Service with a friendly Captain and fully customized trips specializing in redfish, speckled trout, and flounder.
Captain Joe's Flounder Ventures
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REEL Therapy Charter Service
Reel Therapy Charter Service fishes top waters in Bahia Grande, Laguna Larga, Arroyo Colorado Cutoff, Barney M Davis Reservoir, Resaca de los Cuates, Vadia Ancha, Rio Grande, Redfish Fishing, Flounder , Sea Trout, Speckled Trout, Texas Flats Fishing, Texas redfish, Texas fish, Texas Fishing, Texas Fishing Tips
Big John's Fishing Guide
Port Isabel / South Padre Island , Texas - Red Fish - Trout - Snook - Black Drum - Flounder - Over 30 years of experience, you're guaranteed a catch of a lifetime!
Fish Finder Guide Service
Paul Braly, Laguna Madre fishing guide, Baffin Bay, Fish Finder Guide Service is based on North Padre Island near Corpus Christi Texas. We provide guided fishing trips from Rockport to the Land Cut. We target redfish, trout, and flounder on light tackle.
Surrender At Sunrise - Flounder Gigging Trips Port Aransas Rockport
Best Flounder Gigging Trips with in Aransas Pass, Rockport, Port Aransas, Corpus Christi - Texas
Spot N' Tails Fishing Charters
Corpus Christi fishing charters in Corpus Christi Bay, Baffin Bay, Aransas Bay, Laguna Madre. No Fish No pay! Catch redfish, black drum, speckled trout, and flounder.
Escape Charters
We offer 8 hour bay fishing trips for up to 6 people to catch redfish, black drum and speckled trout or flounder.
Best Time to Catch Southern Flounder
Peak season: May, June, September, October. Also good: April, July, August, November.
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Southern Flounder
The Southern Flounder is a highly prized flatfish sought after by anglers along the Atlantic and Gulf coasts of the United States. Known for its exceptional camouflage abilities and delicious, mild-flavored flesh, the Southern Flounder provides a rewarding challenge for both novice and experienced fishermen. Its unique appearance and the satisfaction of landing one of these masters of disguise make it a favorite target in estuaries, bays, and nearshore waters from North Carolina down to Florida and across to Texas.
Southern Flounder Fishing in Port Aransas
Port Aransas, Texas, is a fantastic destination for Southern Flounder anglers, offering a variety of habitats from the flats of Aransas Bay to the channels leading to the Gulf. The 'Flounder Alley' area is particularly well-known. Fall is the prime time, coinciding with their migration. Focus your efforts in the evenings and early mornings, especially around lighted docks and piers where flounder ambush prey. A local favorite is using a popping cork with a soft plastic lure, allowing you to cover more ground and attract attention. Public access to the bays is readily available, with numerous boat ramps and wading areas. Be aware of the strong currents and shallow depths in some areas. The flounder in this region are known for their size, with many exceeding the minimum length requirements.
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How to Catch Southern Flounder
Southern Flounder Fishing Regulations in Texas
Open Season
Dec. 16 - Oct. 14
Daily Bag Limit
5 per person per day
Size Limit
15-inch minimum total length
License Required
Saltwater fishing license
From Nov. 1 - Dec. 15 flounder may be taken by pole-and-line only. The use of gigs or spears is prohibited during this time.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Texas state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is the best time to catch Southern Flounder in Port Aransas, TX?
The best months for Southern Flounder in Port Aransas are May, June, September, October.
What are the Southern Flounder fishing regulations in Texas?
In Texas, the season is dec. 16 - oct. 14, the daily bag limit is 5 per person per day, the minimum size is 15-inch minimum total length. Regulations change throughout the year, so confirm current rules with the Texas wildlife agency before fishing.
Do I need a fishing license to catch Southern Flounder in Texas?
Saltwater fishing license. On a guided charter, anglers are often covered under the captain's license — confirm with your guide when booking.
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