There's a fish with your name on it in Matagorda and First Class Fishing Charters will help you catch it! Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Ashton can tell you all about them.
"I’ve spent a lot of time fishing with charter captains all across the United States, targeting all kinds of fish, and I can confidently say Captain Ashton is one of the best I’ve ever had the pleasure of fishing with." — Cj,
Mid Coast Bay Fishing is here to show you the stunning shallow waters of Port O'Connor. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Stephen can tell you all about the local fishery.
"Captain Stephen was excellent to have as a captain with two teenage boys!" — Shaney,
Second To None Charters is located in Port O'Connor and offers to show you a memorable time in these waters. Capt. Joshua will do his best to make sure you have a fun day full of fishing.
"Captain Josh put us on fish pretty quickly with our summer inland fishing trip." — James,
Salty Peters Guide Service operates out of Port O'Connor and offers fishing trips within the area year round.
"Me and my boys didn’t catch a lot of fish. However, Captain John did his best, and everything considered regarding weather; we all made the best of it!" — Alan,
Book your next trip with Reel Salty Charters and find out what you’re missing in Port O’Connor. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Timothy is prepared to put you on fish.
"Tim is personable, hard-working and super knowledgeable about the estuary in which he guides - he's been doing it for 30 years!" — Wesley,
Matagorda has a fish with your name on it, so let Stringer Stretcher Outfitters help you catch it! With Captain Terry at the helm, you're in knowledgeable and experienced hands.
"we can’t even begin to tell you what a fantastic day we had on the water with Captain Terri." — Jill,
Gon Get'Em Guide Service invites you for a terrific day on the fish-rich waters of Matagorda, Texas! Come along with Captain Fern Gonzales and hit the inshore grounds, rivers, and flats around Matagorda to chase various species that dwell in the are
"the captain was awesome . we started early for reds caught a few undersize along with couple of flounder ." — Clayton,
Spend the day with Stacks & Stringers and let them show you what makes the fishing in Matagorda so memorable! Capt. Jeff will make your fishing experience a lifelong memory.
"We spent Father’s Day weekend fishing in Matagorda with Capt." — Candace,
Redfish Lake Guide Service offers light tackle fishing charters in the east and west Matagorda Bay. Owned and operated by local guide Captain Mark Wakefield, this service will fulfill all your inshore and nearshore fishing desires.
"The trip was me, my husband, & our two sons 20 and 24. We enjoyed a day out on the water to celebrate my son coming home from deployment and Mark made the day unforgettable!" — Amy,
Matagorda Bay, one of the largest estuaries on the Gulf Coast, offers world-class inshore fishing opportunities across its diverse West and East Bay ecosystems. This nutrient-rich haven, fed by the Colorado River and sheltered marshes, teems with prized game species like Redfish, Speckled Trout, Flounder, Black Drum, and Sheepshead. Its shallow waters and intricate structure create ideal habitats for year-round angling, where fall brings aggressive Redfish and spring peaks for trophy Speckled Trout.
Matagorda Bay fishing charters specialize in navigating these fertile grounds, tailoring trips from family-friendly half-day excursions to intense full-day adventures targeting trophy catches. Unique experiences like nighttime Flounder gigging add thrilling variety. With abundant access points from Matagorda Harbor to Port O'Connor, professional guides leverage local expertise to position anglers in prime spots—whether wading through marsh grasses or drifting along oyster beds. All anglers 17+ require a Texas fishing license.
The bay's combination of accessibility, biodiversity, and scenic beauty makes it a premier destination. Whether casting topwater lures for explosive trout strikes or wrestling hard-fighting Redfish, Matagorda Bay delivers unforgettable action across its 350 square miles of productive waters.
