Corpus Christi, TX Fishing Trip — May

Your Corpus Christi, TX Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 81°F / Low 77°F4.8" rain · 15 rainy daysWarm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.

What’s Biting in May

8 species
King MackerelExcellent
King Mackerel
Various
RedfishExcellent
Redfish
Bottom fishing · Trolling
GrouperExcellent
Grouper
Various
FlounderExcellent
Flounder
Various
Spotted SeatroutExcellent
Spotted Seatrout
Various
Red SnapperExcellent
Red Snapper
Various
CobiaExcellent
Cobia
Various
Black DrumExcellent
Black Drum
Various

May Weather in Corpus Christi

81°F
Avg High
77°F
Avg Low
4.8"
Rainfall
15
Rainy Days

Warm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.

38 Guides Matched

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$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

Texas Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$30
Non-Resident$58
Requirements

Required for ages 17+. Freshwater and saltwater packages available. Red drum tag separate.

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Species Regulations

King Mackerel
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day
Size Limit:27-inch minimum
Redfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day
Size Limit:20-28 inch slot limit

Only one redfish over 28 inches may be retained per person per year with a properly issued Red Drum Tag.

Grouper
Season:Year-round
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

Different size limits and regulations may apply to other grouper species. Check TPWD regulations for specifics.

Flounder
Season:Open Season: December 16 - October 14
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:15-inch minimum

Gigging is a popular method for catching flounder.

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