Matagorda, TX Fishing Trip — October
Your Matagorda, TX Fishing Trip
October2 peopleFamily Trip
High 84°F / Low 69°F4" rain · 8 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in October
8 species
GoodFlounder
Various
GoodGrouper
Various
FairRedfish
Bottom fishing · Trolling
FairKing Mackerel
Various
FairCobia
Various
FairSpotted Seatrout
Various
FairRed Snapper
Various
FairBlack Drum
Various
October Weather in Matagorda
84°F
Avg High
69°F
Avg Low
4"
Rainfall
8
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
6 Guides Matched
$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.
What's Biting By Month
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What to Bring
Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:
Essentials
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
- Polarized sunglasses
- Hat or visor
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
Food & Personal
- Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
- Snacks or lunch
- Cooler for your catch
- Motion sickness medication (if needed)
- Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
- Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)
For offshore Fishing
- Rain jacket or windbreaker
- Layered clothing (it gets cooler offshore)
Texas Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$30
Non-Resident$58
Requirements
Required for ages 17+. Freshwater and saltwater packages available. Red drum tag separate.
Species Regulations
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.
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.
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.
King Mackerel
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day
Size Limit:27-inch minimum