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Expert-Guided Port Isabel Inshore Fishing Trip
- Published Date: July 17, 2025
- Fishing
- Port Isabel
- $500 - $900 price range
Summary
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Reels and Catches
Morning bite on the bay
Bay boat, big redfish
Texas inshore, nonstop bites
Port Isabel Fishing Redfish catch! Book Yours Now!
Redfish run on the Texas coast
Black Drum inshore catch
Texas coast, lines tight
Backwater bite is on
Inshore slam, Texas style
Texas tides, great fishing
Morning bite on the bay
Bay boat, big redfish
Texas inshore, nonstop bites
Port Isabel Fishing Redfish catch! Book Yours Now!
Redfish run on the Texas coast
Black Drum inshore catch
Texas coast, lines tight
Backwater bite is on
Inshore slam, Texas style
Texas tides, great fishing
Morning bite on the bay
Bay boat, big redfish
Texas inshore, nonstop bites
Port Isabel Fishing Redfish catch! Book Yours Now!
Port Isabel's Premier 10-Hour Inshore Fishing
Ready to get your line wet on a full-day adventure in Port Isabel? This 10-hour trip is your ticket to some of the best inshore fishing Texas has to offer. We'll hit the water at 7 AM sharp, giving you a full day to tangle with hard-fighting reds, sneaky snook, and bull black drum. Whether you're a seasoned angler or just getting your feet wet, our local guides know exactly where the fish are biting. Pack your sunscreen and get ready for a day of non-stop action on the flats and channels of the Lower Laguna Madre.
What's On The Menu Today?
This ain't your average fishing charter, folks. We're talking about a full 10 hours on the water, targeting everything from redfish to flounder. Our trips are capped at just two anglers, so you'll get plenty of one-on-one time with your guide. We'll start the day sight-casting on the flats, looking for those telltale signs of feeding reds. As the sun climbs higher, we might switch gears and hit some deeper channels for snook or work the oyster reefs for black drum. The beauty of a full-day trip is the flexibility - if one spot isn't producing, we've got time to run and gun until we find the honey hole.
Gear Up for Success
Leave your tackle box at home - we've got you covered with top-notch gear that's perfect for inshore fishing. We'll be using light to medium spinning setups, spooled with braided line for maximum sensitivity. Depending on what's biting, we might throw soft plastics, topwater lures, or live bait. Our skiffs are designed for these shallow waters, allowing us to pole into areas where the big boys are hiding. Don't worry if you're new to this style of fishing - our guides are patient teachers who love sharing their knowledge. By the end of the day, you'll be sight-casting like a pro.
Fish Tales from the Flats
While we don't have specific customer reviews to share, our trips consistently leave anglers grinning from ear to ear. Many folks come back year after year, chasing that personal best or just enjoying the thrill of the hunt. Whether it's the explosive strike of a redfish on topwater or the acrobatic leaps of a hooked snook, these are the moments that keep our clients coming back for more.
The Big Three: Red, Black, and Snook
Redfish are the stars of the show in Port Isabel. These copper-colored beauties are known for their strength and stamina. In the fall, you might hook into a bull red over 40 inches long! Redfish love to cruise the shallows, often revealing their location with their signature "tailing" behavior. There's nothing quite like watching a red track down your lure in gin-clear water.
Black drum might not be the prettiest fish in the sea, but boy, can they pull! These bruisers can grow to over 30 pounds in our waters. They've got a face only a mother could love, with those weird whiskers, but their strong fights make up for their looks. Black drum are bottom feeders, so we'll target them around structure with natural baits like crab or shrimp.
Snook are the prize fighters of inshore fishing. These ambush predators love to hang out around mangroves and other structures, waiting to pounce on unsuspecting baitfish. Snook are known for their acrobatic leaps and blistering runs. They can be finicky, but when you do hook up, hold on tight! The Texas coast is the northern edge of their range, making Port Isabel one of the few places in the US where you can target these bucket-list fish.
Time to Wet a Line
Look, we could talk fishing all day, but nothing beats actually getting out there and doing it. This 10-hour trip with The Reel Realtor is your chance to experience some of the best inshore fishing Texas has to offer. Whether you're dreaming of that slot redfish for the grill or just want to bend a rod, we've got you covered. Our experienced guides, top-notch equipment, and intimate knowledge of these waters stack the deck in your favor. Don't let another season slip by - book your Port Isabel fishing adventure today and get ready to make some memories on the water. The fish are waiting!
Learn more about the animals
Black Drum
Black drum are the bulldogs of our bays – not always pretty, but man, can they pull. Most we catch are 5-15 pounds, but they can grow over 50. You'll find 'em on shallow flats, around oyster bars, and near pier pilings. They love brackish water and estuaries, often in just a few feet of depth. Spring's the best time to target drum, especially around the full and new moons when they're spawning. Anglers dig 'em for their strong fights and good eating (stick to smaller ones under 15 pounds for the best flavor). For a sure-fire way to hook up, use fresh crab or shrimp on a circle hook. Fish it right on the bottom, and listen closely – you might hear their distinctive croaking sound before you feel the bite!
Redfish
Redfish are the stars of our local waters, known for their striking copper color and distinctive black tail spot. These hard-fighting fish typically range from 20-30 inches, with some bulls pushing 40+ inches. You'll find them in shallow flats, around oyster reefs, and near structure in 1-4 feet of water. They love a muddy bottom and will often tail in water so shallow their backs break the surface. Reds are most active in spring and fall, but we catch 'em year-round here. Anglers love targeting redfish for their powerful runs and delicious, mild-flavored meat. To boost your chances, try sight-casting with a gold spoon or soft plastic on a jighead. Work it slow along the bottom, and hold on tight when they strike – these guys don't give up easy!
Snook
Snook are the ultimate game fish around here – sleek, powerful, and smart as heck. Most run 24-34 inches, but big ones can top 40. You'll find 'em hanging around mangroves, dock pilings, and creek mouths, especially where there's moving water. They're ambush predators, so look for points and eddies where they can pick off bait. Spring through fall is prime snook season, with spawning runs peaking in summer. Anglers love 'em for their explosive strikes and acrobatic fights. Plus, they're just gorgeous fish. To tempt a snook, try working a soft plastic jerk bait or swim bait along structure. Let it sink, then give it some twitches. When you feel that thump, set the hook hard – their mouths are like concrete!
