Texas Fishing Reports

Texas Fishing Report

Fishing across Texas is heating up, with great action in both inshore and offshore waters. In South Padre Island and the Laguna Madre, anglers are finding Snook, Redfish, and Speckled Trout actively feeding in the shallow flats. Live shrimp and soft plastics have been the go-to baits, with early mornings and late afternoons producing the best bites. In Rio Hondo, Flounder and Jack Crevalle are showing up near deeper channels, while Tarpon and Black Drum have been spotted near the jetties. Offshore, Kingfish and Snapper are keeping deep-sea anglers busy, especially on warmer days.

We get these questions frequently. What’s the best bait for Snook fishing in Texas right now? Live shrimp, mullet, and soft plastic jerkbaits are working best in the shallow waters of South Padre Island and the Laguna Madre. Where can I catch Redfish in South Texas? Redfish are being caught around the grass flats, oyster reefs, and deeper channels near Rio Hondo and Port Mansfield, especially on cut bait and topwater lures. Do I need a fishing license for inshore fishing in Texas? Yes, all anglers 17 and older need a valid Texas saltwater fishing license to fish inshore waters, including trips with Snook On A Hook.