Heavy Tackle Fishing Charters In Houston

NO FUEL CHARGE & FISH CLEANING INCLUDED. Blue water fishing out to 45 miles is our most popular trip. 10hr trip targets all the species available on our 6 and 8hr trips (Snapper, Kingfish etc.), but he extra time allows us to venture farther from shore and target deep water species and fish surface structure like weedlines, shrimp boats or buoys when available. This trip provides additional fishing time and a better opportunity to fill limits, catch additional species and upgrade to larger fish. NO SHARKS ALLOWED ON BOARD Read More

Enjoy a day on the water with Rod Bending Charters! The jetties are home to a variety of fish species, including red and black drum, flounder, speckled trout, and sharks, giving you the unique experience of catching offshore fish inshore. Your Captain usually likes to fish out of the ship channel as well as near both the North and South Jetties (the specific location will depend on the season). Rod Bending Charters offers a 4-hour (half-day) and 6-hour (full-day) trip depending on how much fishing you want to do. His 24’ Tidewater can accommodate 4 people. He and his team will provide all rods/reels, bait, and tackle. All you need to bring is a Texas Fishing License (for those over 17 years of age), a Bull Red Tag, as well as food and drinks of your choice (no glass or bananas). Let your mind escape from daily responsibilities and have a day on the water with Rod Bending Charters! Read More

Head out to Freeport, Texas if you’re in for a true fishing adventure and pay a visit to Captain Rodney. Captain Rodney will show you various reefs and wrecks, all brimming with quality fish and surrounded by beautiful nature. Fishing in this nearshore zone with Captain Rodney is a great trip for anyone who hasn’t been offshore fishing and wants to wet their feet, but also great for the experienced fisherman who doesn't want to be pounded by the surf that hauling 50 miles out demands! Captain Rodney's crew will help you chase Trophy Bull Red (Red Drum), Shark, Kingfish, Spanish Mackerel, Red Snapper (seasonally), Catfish, and more, depending on the time of year. You might even get a surprise and catch a Ling or a Mahi Mahi. For these 5-hour trips, Captain Rodney uses his 27’ Center Console which provides a truly great fishing experience! These trips are great for families - Captain Rodney loves teaching little ones about the various species that call the Gulf of Mexico home. Make sure to bring a valid Texas fishing license as well as snacks and drinks of your choice (no glass). Captain Rodney will provide the rest - rods, reels, tackle, and an icebox for your day’s catch. Enjoy your day on the water with Captain Rodney! Read More

Explore the magnificent waters out of Texas City, and have an amazing fishing adventure with Captain LG! Captain LG knows just where to go and what to do to catch the Tarpon that live nearshore in the Gulf. His 25’ Boston Whaler center console boasts a comfortable ride and plenty of dry storage on board. It can accommodate 3 anglers for these trips. For this 6-hour (half-day) or 8-hour (full-day) adventure, all you need to bring is a valid Texas fishing license with a saltwater stamp, snacks and drinks (no glass), sunscreen, a hat, and an ice chest for your day’s catch. His business will provide you with quality rods and reels, artificial baits and lures, reimbursement for live bait, and fish processing after the trip. Have a fun morning, learn a new technique, and master your cast with Captain LG! Read More

Experience Tarpon Fishing Excellence with Captain Blake! Join Captain Blake for an exhilarating tarpon fishing expedition along the beachfront, where the waters come alive with these magnificent giants. With a focus on artificial lure fishing, heavy tackle fishing, and sight casting, this trip offers the ultimate angling challenge. Thrilling Tarpon Adventures Prepare for the angling adventure of a lifetime as you target tarpon in the impressive 100-200 pounds class. These mighty fish are known for their strength and acrobatics, making every catch an exhilarating battle. Artificial Lure Mastery Under the guidance of Captain Blake, hone your skills in the art of artificial lure fishing. Learn the techniques needed to entice these powerful tarpon and engage in thrilling battles as you reel them in. Sight Casting Sensation Sight casting adds an element of excitement to your fishing experience. Spotting tarpon in the crystal-clear waters and making precision casts is both challenging and immensely rewarding. Captain Blake will help you perfect this skill and enhance your chances of success. Trolling Lures for Tarpon In addition to sight casting, you'll have the opportunity to troll lures, adding variety to your fishing techniques. Captain Blake's expertise will guide you in effectively trolling for tarpon, ensuring a well-rounded and successful day on the water. Book Your Tarpon Fishing Adventure Today! Whether you're an experienced angler seeking a new challenge or a newcomer looking to test your skills against these incredible fish, Captain Blake's tarpon fishing trip promises an unforgettable day of thrilling battles and memorable catches. Secure your spot now and get ready for an incredible day of tarpon fishing with Captain Blake! Read More

Head on down to Freeport Texas and experience an action-packed day of offshore fishing with Captain Rodney aboard his bad-to-the-bone 33' World Cat! He and his crew are some of the best on the Texas coast, and are excited to show you all the best techniques and secret fishing grounds to chase down your target fish. For these 12 hour trips you can decide what fish you would like to target, whether thats bottom fishing for snapper and grouper, trolling for Mackerel and Mahi, or trying to poke it further offshore to chase Tuna! His 33TE WorldCat is powered by two brand new 2022 Suzuki 300hp motors and is totally set up for bluewater, long range trips and is federally permitted for Red Snapper, Amberjack, Grouper and Tuna. Make sure to bring a valid Texas fishing license as well as snacks and drinks of your choice (no glass). Captain Rodney and his crew will provide the rest - rods, reels, tackle, fuel, bait, and an iced-down cooler for your favorite beverages and snacks of choice. Everything is included so you don't have to worry about any surprise fees when you get back to the dock! FUEL IS INCLUDED IN ALL PRICING!!! Read More

Offshore trips (a.k.a deep sea, bluewater) are run outside of 9 miles in US federal waters aboard “Killing Time”. At about 20 to 40 miles from shore, you can fish for Red Snapper, King Mackerel, Mahi Mahi (Dorado), Spanish Mackerel, Ling (Cobia), and Shark. Captain Rodney and his crew will come prepared with all the gear, bait, tackle and water you will need to have a successful adventure out on the open ocean. Bring your favorite beverages, sunscreen, and your Texas fishing license and strap in for an adventure of a lifetime! Read More

Experience the thrill of offshore fishing in the bountiful waters of Galveston, Texas. Join Captain Meghan and her experienced crew on a private fishing charter tailored to your group's preferences. Whether you're a seasoned angler or a beginner, we have the perfect trip for you. Venture 12-30 miles offshore and explore the deep sea as we target a wide range of species. From the powerful Blacktip Shark to the hard-fighting Cobia, and the prized Red Snapper to the acrobatic Mahi Mahi, our waters are teeming with exciting catches. With techniques like cut bait fishing, drift fishing, heavy tackle fishing, and trolling at your disposal, there's a fishing style for every angler on board. Captain Meghan's dedication to customer satisfaction ensures a memorable and enjoyable experience for all. Our well-equipped vessel provides a comfortable and safe platform for your fishing adventure. Join us in Galveston and let us create unforgettable memories as we chase after prized catches in the deep sea. Book your private fishing charter today and get ready for an epic fishing experience with Captain Meghan's outfit. Read More

Climb aboard with our Captain and see what the deep waters off the coast of Galveston have to offer! The deep waters in the Gulf of Mexico are an excellent place to chase after some big game, and on this trip you'll be going extra far to get even more sizable fish! Head out on a weekday and you'll get a generous discount on this offshore excursion. On this 9-hour trip, our Captain will take you up to 40 miles offshore to target impressive Blacktip Shark, Cobia, King Mackerel, Mahi Mahi, Mangrove Snapper, and Red Snapper. To attract these picture-worthy fish you'll be using a variety of techniques including light to heavy tackle, live bait, bottom fishing, trolling, drift fishing or deep dropping. Just let the Captain know what you want to catch and he'll get you set up with the best method! The fishing starts an hour and a half after leaving the dock, leaving you with a full 6 hours to try out as many of these techniques as you want! On this trip you'll be fishing aboard our massive 42’ Delta sportfisher that can hold an impressive 18 people. Powered by twin 160 HP Caterpillar engines, this vessel will cut through the surf like butter and smoothly get you to the deep waters. It comes with GPS, Fishfinder, a Flybridge, and an Ice Box to store your catches. We will provide all rods, reels and tackle. All you need to bring is a valid Texas Fishing License with a saltwater stamp. You can also bring food and drink of your choice on board (no glass). This trip can host up to 18 people and is for anglers of all skill levels, so don't hold back on inviting friends! Read More

Climb aboard this one-of-a-kind sport fisher for a luxury seafaring experience with Captain JT and Danny. At 38 feet long and almost 14 feet wide, the vessel offers lots of shaded space, two AC systems, satellite TV and music, and a legendary hull design. Needless to say, you will be much more comfortable aboard this than most other boats. It’s equipped with state-of-the-art electronics, safety equipment including a satellite phone, EPIRB, and 8 man life raft. The two captains often run trips at the same time; Danny is the fishing expert, and JT is a diving expert. Their 38' Luhrs is powered by twin 420 horsepower Yanmar diesel engines that are meticulously maintained for great reliability. For fishing, the equipment includes premium bottom fishing rods and reels, Penn international bent butt trolling rod and reels. The navigation system has more than 3000-way points saved over the years known to hold fish. The tackle on board will accommodate all types of possible offshore fishing. These 3/4-day adventures will stay within the state water line (less the 10 miles from shore) hitting the jetties, ship channels, and nearshore waters where you can troll for Kingfish, Bonito, Sharks and occasionally Mahi and Ling (Cobia) when they sneak close enough inshore. Read More

On this trip you'll be chasing some of the biggest, meanest fish in the ocean! Big Sharks!! You'll stay within Texas state waters exploring the jetties, close offshore rigs, and other local reef structures chumming the water for big sharks! Some of the many species you can expect to encounter include: bull sharks, tiger sharks, hammerheads, black tips, sharp nose sharks, and plenty of bonnet heads! Read More

Come on down to Texas City and join Captain Derek and experience an unforgettable day of fishing! You can expect to target Blacktip Shark and Hammerhead Shark on your 6-hour adventure. Both of these species can exceed 6 feet in length, so make sure you get some good stretching in before the trip. Captain Derek is known for reeling in some pretty big fish. You will be fishing on Captain Derek’s Blue Wave 2400 Pure Bay center console boat rigged out with the latest electronics from Simrad and MinnKota. The boat has plenty of deck space for fishing up to 6 people along with ample storage space and two large live wells. There is more than enough room for you and your fellow angling buddies to cast away. Captain Derek Requires that you bring a valid Texas Fishing License, food and drinks (no glass), a hat, sunscreen and sunglasses, and an ice chest to take your fish home. He will provide all fishing gear (rods, reels, and tackle) as well as ice for your food and drinks. Book a trip today with Captain Derek for a fun and memorable day out with an accommodating and friendly captain! Read More