Port O'Connor, TX Fishing Trip — April

Your Port O'Connor, TX Fishing Trip

April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 77°F / Low 70°F2.6" rain · 10 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in April

8 species
FlounderExcellent
Flounder
Various
Red SnapperExcellent
Red Snapper
Various
Spotted SeatroutExcellent
Spotted Seatrout
Various
RedfishGood
Redfish
Bottom fishing · Trolling
King MackerelGood
King Mackerel
Various
GrouperGood
Grouper
Various
CobiaGood
Cobia
Various
Black DrumGood
Black Drum
Various

April Weather in Port O'Connor

77°F
Avg High
70°F
Avg Low
2.6"
Rainfall
10
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

11 Guides Matched

Prepare for Your Trip

Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

What to Bring

Check with your guide about gear. Here's a recommended packing list:

Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
Polarized sunglasses
Hat or visor
Weather-appropriate clothing
Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
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)
Light rain jacket
$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.

Things to Do in Port O'Connor

Activities for your non-fishing days

Texas Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$30
Non-Resident$58
Requirements

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

Buy License Online — Texas

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.

Red Snapper
Season:Year-round in state waters; Federal season varies
Bag Limit:2 per person
Size Limit:15-inch minimum

Federal waters seasons are set annually. Check TPWD and NOAA websites for the current federal season.

Spotted Seatrout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:15-25 inch slot limit

No more than one spotted seatrout may exceed 25 inches.

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.

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