Plan a Fishing Trip to Galveston, TX

52 guidesBest months: April, May, June, July

What's Biting in Galveston Right Now

Grouper
GoodVarious
Spotted Seatrout
GoodVarious
Red Snapper
GoodVarious
Flounder
GoodVarious
Black Drum
GoodVarious
King Mackerel
FairVarious
Redfish
Fairsaltwater
Bottom fishing, Trolling, Jigging
Cobia
FairVarious

What to Bring

Check with Galveston guides 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 / inshore Fishing

  • Rain jacket or windbreaker
  • Layered clothing (it gets cooler offshore)
  • Light rain jacket

Texas Fishing License

License: Freshwater fishing license

Standard statewide regulations apply.