South Padre Island, TX Fishing Trip — April
Your South Padre Island, TX Fishing Trip
April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 83°F / Low 70°F1.6" rain · 3 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in April
8 species
ExcellentSpotted Seatrout
Various
ExcellentFlounder
Various
ExcellentRed Snapper
Various
GoodKing Mackerel
Various
GoodRedfish
Bottom fishing · Trolling
GoodGrouper
Various
GoodCobia
Various
GoodBlack Drum
Various
April Weather in South Padre Island
83°F
Avg High
70°F
Avg Low
1.6"
Rainfall
3
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
25 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 inshore Fishing
- Light rain jacket
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
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.
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.
King Mackerel
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day
Size Limit:27-inch minimum