Groves Fishing Charters

Head out with Captain David to explore these productive Galveston Bay system waters home to the “Texas Big Three” (Redfish, Flounder, and Speckled Trout), and many more species. On this 5-hour action-packed half day adventure, Captain David will help you chase 'em down! Captain David runs these trips aboard his 24’ Shallow Sport center console which can accommodate up to 4 anglers. This vessel is specifically designed for those shallow hotspots and makes for a smooth ride to and from his best fishing spots. Captain David specializes in sight casting and drift fishing the bay system on light tackle. If you’re willing to try something new, Captain David can also accommodate fly fishing if you want to bring your own gear! Your captain will provide all rods, reels, tackle, and lures. He’ll also provide water, although feel free to bring your drinks. On these trips, Captain David will provide a cooler with ice and water and extra space for you favorite snacks and beverages to chill as well! Other than snacks and drink please make sure you bring a valid Texas saltwater fishing license, otherwise, Captain David will take care of the rest! Get ready for an exciting half-day of fishing with Captain David! Read More

Get your kids hooked on the thrill of fishing with our Kids Out Of School Special! Celebrate the beginning of summer with an exciting fishing trip led by Captain Michael. Whether your young anglers are advanced, beginners, or somewhere in between, this trip is designed to accommodate all skill levels and create a memorable experience for everyone. We'll explore the beautiful inshore areas, jetties, and flats, where an abundance of fish awaits. The waters are teeming with a variety of exciting species, including black drum, flounder, redfish, sheepshead, and speckled trout. Captain Michael will share his expertise and provide guidance on live bait fishing techniques, ensuring that your kids have the best chance of hooking their prized catch. This special fishing trip offers a great opportunity for families to bond, enjoy the outdoors, and create lasting memories. So take advantage of our special price and book your Kids Out Of School Special today. Let your little anglers discover the joy of fishing and embark on an adventure that will ignite their passion for the sport. Read More

Join Captain Cheryl for this fun and exciting fishing adventure! On this combo trip, you'll fish half the time with light tackle, chasing inshore species such as Redfish, Trout, and Flounder. For the other half of the trip, you will be big-rod fishing, looking for massive Bull Reds, Jacks, Mackerel, and more. This is a great trip to get a new personal best and a cooler full of keepers! You'll be fishing on board Captain Cheryl's 26’ Century center console. She's equipped with everything you need for an amazing day on the water. The deck can accommodate up to 6 anglers, and Captain Cheryl is happy to take anglers of all experience levels. The boat is powered by twin 200hp Mercury engines, which will keep you moving smoothly all day! There is a cooler for your keepers, as well as a live bait well. Everything you need is provided by Captain Cheryl. She brings all the rods, reels, bait, and tackle, as well as ice for your catches. All you'll need to bring are your favorite snacks and drinks, as well as your Texas fishing licenses for everybody over the age of 16. It is also important to have appropriate clothing, so keep an eye on the weather reports and definitely have sunblock on hand. Read More

Experience deep sea Fishing in Galveston, Texas! Ready to take you for an offshore fishing adventure. Charter a family-friendly guided fishing tour! All-inclusive: We do all the work. You just cast! 8 Hour Gulf combo trip (40-50 miles): Our eight-hour trip includes Red Snapper fish, but allows more time for you and the crew to target pelagic species like Kingfish, Ling, and Mahi-Mahi. These trips are steady action with both deep drop reef fishing and drift/trolling depending on fish activity. The proximity of Galveston Harbor allows quick access to deep water and nearshore fishing so plenty of time to get a combination of what our Gulf Coast has to offer. EXPECTED CATCH: Red Snapper, Kingfish, Ling, Mahi-Mahi, Other snapper species. 10 Hour Bluewater (60 – 75 miles): Want even more of what the gulf offers? Come on this fun-filled day off blue water adventure. You’ll spend the day running out to some of the most productive fishing grounds in the gulf and targeting an even larger variety to create that mixed box. EXPECTED CATCH: Snapper, Amberjack, Ling, Kingfish, Mahi-Mahi, Blackfin Tuna and sharks 12 Hour Deep Drop (80 – 90 miles): Want the most exciting full-day trip we offer? Want to go search for the pole benders and target some of the most elusive hard-fighting fish out in the deep blue sea? Fishing this trip will bring in Grouper, Swordfish, and other brutes sure to give you a workout. This trip is for the most adventurous and experienced! EXPECTED CATCH: All other species in prior trips plus Swordfish, Sailfish, Tilefish, Barrelfish, Grouper Read More

On this cast and blast adventure, you'll combine the best sporting opportunities in South Louisiana, bagging birds all morning and then going on an epic saltwater fishing trip in the afternoon! In terms of duck hunting, Sulphur, LA is right between the Central and the Mississippi flyways, making it a perfect place to bring down a ton of birds! The sheltered bays here draw hundreds of thousands of ducks annually, including Green-Winged and Blue-Winged Teals, Wigeons, Redheads, Pintails, Gadwalls, and Mottled Ducks, and more! You can target all of these species, which are exciting hunting and great eating to boot! On this trip, your guide, Tommy, will make sure to put you in the perfect spot to nail some inbound waterfowl. He'll provide the decoys and will brush in your blind, so all you need to bring is your waders, your guns, and your shells. Tommy has has an excellent eye, so once you've hit your limit on one species, he can help point out other viable targets before they're in-range. Stay on the right side of the law and help protect the resource by only shooting what you're allowed! The Louisiana region is also a fisherman's paradise, with abundant opportunities to catch Redfish, Trout, Sheepshead, and more in the shallow backwater and marshes. On this charter fishing trip, guests can experience the thrill of reeling in these exciting and delicious fish, which are a blast to catch for any saltwater angler! After a day of fishing, guests will return to the dock with their catch, which can be cleaned and filleted by the captain. Go home with some great birds, a cooler full of fish, and a camera full of lifelong memories! Read More

Embark on an action-packed 24-hour long offshore adventure with Captain Michael! You will target Swordfish, Marlin, Sailfish, Yellowfin Tuna, Tilefish, Wahoo, Amberjack, and Grouper—some of the biggest fish in the Gulf! Depending on the types of fish you want to catch, Captain Michael might recommend that you leave early in the morning and return the following morning, or leave mid-day to fish overnight and come back the next day. On these extra long trips, you'll have the opportunity to head over 80 miles off the coast to the Flower Garden Banks reefs, some of the most beautiful coral reefs in the world! Surrounded by bottomless blue waters, the Flower Garden reefs protrude from the ocean floor atop underwater hills and salt domes and bring buzzing underwater communities closer to the surface. Get ready to see some manta rays, massive coral heads, and hundreds of species of fish. Captain Michael will provide all of the fishing bait and tackle. All you need to bring is a Texas saltwater fishing license for those over 16 years of age, sunscreen, as well as some food and drinks. You might want to stretch a little before the trip - it’s not uncommon to catch lots of big fish with Captain Michael. Read More

This trip with Captain Jeff is a great way to enjoy some of the best inshore fishing that the Texas Coast has to offer! Galveston Bay—which includes East, West, and Trinity Bays—is known for amazing sportfishing, whether you're looking to hook up a big Redfish, take home some Trout, or find a personal-best Flounder. In fact, this trip is a great chance to claim a "Texas Grand Slam" and catch all three! To hook up on these species, you'll be using a light tackle techniques along with some drifting and bottomfishing to draw bites. Captain Jeff specializes in fishing artificial lures, but can mix it up depending on the conditions and your preferences. You'll chase the fish from his 23' Gulf Coast bay boat, a versatile vessel that's ideal for this type of trip. She runs on a 250-HP Yamaha outboard, and features a bunch of amenities to increase your chances of success and keep you comfortable, including a full suite of electronics, live wells for bait, a T-Top to keep you out of the direct sun, and an ice box for your keepers. Captain Jeff will provide everything you need for an epic trip, including rods, reels, baits, and tackle. We recommend that you bring proper clothing, a hat, sunscreen, and a cooler with some snacks and drinks. Get out there and hook a personal best! Read More

Join Captain Blake on a Galveston Bay fishing trip. Using his experience and knowledge, Blake will determine what the best method is for catching fish that day and show you the ropes. Take up to three others for a max number of four anglers ensuring everybody can get lots of advice. Blake will make sure you have everything you'll need to go fishing, so just bring your fishing license, sun protection, and any snacks or extra beverages you would want. Whether you're an experienced veteran or a brand new angler, Captain Blake will ensure to cater to all of your fishing needs. Get pumped up when you've got Captain Blake by your side because you're working with one the best guides in the Galveston area! Read More

experienced captains for a 4-5 hour inshore trip targeting anything and everything that bites sticking around Clear Lake Bay or venturing further out into the Galveston Bay complex. You’ll target the Texas Big Three: Flounder, Redfish, and Speckled Trout while fishing aboard one of their awesome bay boats. You may also have the opportunity to catch sheepshead and sharks as well! All his boats can accommodate 4 anglers and are equipped with live bait wells and trolling motors. The crew usually likes to meet up at Schaefer's Coastal Bar, but are more than happy to pick you up from any restaurant or Hotel on Clearlake/Kemah area. These trips are for anglers of all skill levels and ages. No matter if you’re a beginner or a seasoned professional, Your guide will lead the way and take care of everything! They will provide all the bait, tackle, rods, and gear. You only need to bring food and drinks and Texas saltwater fishing license. Read More

Climb aboard with our Captain and explore the deeper waters of Galveston Bay! On this 9, or 12 hour trip, you can expect to fish up to 65 miles offshore. Captain’s 40’ sportfisher cuts through the surf making for a smoother and quicker ride out to world renowned Snapper spots. The trip can host up to 6 people and is for anglers of all skill levels, so make sure you bring some good company! Captain requires you to bring a valid Texas Fishing License with a saltwater stamp. You can also bring food and drink of your choice on board (no glass). You can purchase live bait for an additional fee Enjoy a memorable day on the water with our Captain! Read More

This trip is a deep sea trip out 20-30 miles where you will angle some of the biggest, meanest fish in the ocean... Kingfish! These trips usually involve a lot of trolling, you'll be looking for grass lines and flocks of birds feeding on bait balls and race over to get your baits moving through the action! After you've caught your limit of Kings you can spend the rest of the time trolling for mahi mahi, and scouting for ling (cobia). Trip fuel, bait & tackle are all included on each trip. As always, fish are cleaned and packaged with all of our charters Read More

Hit the water with Captain Michael and experience an amazing day of fishing! Captain Michael will help you chase the Texas Big Three: Redfish, Flounder, and Speckled Trout. All three inhabit inshore waters, so you won’t go far off the coast to reach your fishing spot. You’ll mostly use light tackle. For these trips, Captain Michael uses a 22’ Kenner that can accommodate up to 3 guests. Nothing better than finding an angling buddy and having a day on the water! Make sure you bring a valid Texas Fishing License as well as any food and drinks of your choice (no glass). Captain Michael will provide all rods, reels, and tackle. They will also fillet your fish at the end of the trip free of charge. Come and explore this fishing paradise with Captain Michael and make some everlasting memories! Read More