Top-Rated Inshore Fishing in Corpus Christi

Published Date: July 16, 2025
Fishing

Corpus Christi, TX
$425 - $675 price range

Summary

Get ready for a great day of fishing in Corpus Christi! Our 5-hour charter trips take you out on the beautiful Laguna Madre, where you'll have a chance to catch Black Drum, Sheepshead, Redfish, and more. Don't worry about gear - we provide all the rods, reels, tackle, and bait you'll need. Whether you're new to fishing or have been at it for years, our expert guides will show you the best techniques to land some impressive catches. We keep our trips small with just 2 guests, so you'll get plenty of personal attention. If you prefer, we also offer larger party boat options. Either way, you're in for some of the best inshore fishing Texas has to offer. The waters around Corpus Christi are teeming with fish, and we know just where to find them. So grab a friend and join us for a day on the water you won't soon forget. We'll have you reeling them in before you know it!

Top-Rated Inshore Fishing in Corpus Christi

Corpus Christi Catches

Spotted Weakfish, Black Drum, Redfish, and other fish caught by 5 anglers in TX

Assorted catches today. Some reds and sheepshead

Limit out Fishing in Corpus Christi, TX

15 Sheepshead for these boys in Corpus Christi

8 spotted weakfish, redfish, and black drum caught on a fishing trip in TX

Not bad for the weather at Corpus Christi, TX

Reel in Big Catches: Corpus Christi Fishing Charters

Ready to get your line wet in some of the best inshore fishing waters Texas has to offer? Hop aboard one of our Corpus Christi fishing charters for a 5-hour trip that'll have you hooking into monster redfish, chunky black drum, and tasty sheepshead. Whether you're a seasoned angler or it's your first time wetting a line, our expert guides at Caleb's Guide Service know all the hotspots in the Laguna Madre to put you on the fish. We've got all the gear you need, so just bring your lucky hat and let's get after 'em!

What to Expect on the Water

Our 5-hour inshore trips are perfect for anglers looking to maximize their time on the water without breaking the bank. We'll cruise out to some of Corpus Christi's most productive fishing grounds, targeting structure and drop-offs where the big ones like to hang out. Depending on the season and what's biting, we might be drifting live shrimp along grass flats for redfish or jigging around oyster reefs for black drum. Our seasoned captains know how to read the water and put you in prime position to land your personal best.

Techniques That Land Lunkers

On our charters, you'll get hands-on experience with some tried-and-true inshore fishing techniques. We'll show you how to work a popping cork for aggressive reds, or the finesse required to entice a sheepshead bite. Live bait is often the ticket, but we'll also break out some artificial lures when the bite is on. Don't worry if you're new to this - our guides are patient teachers and will have you casting like a pro in no time. And when that drag starts screaming, hold on tight!

What Anglers Are Saying

"We had a great trip with Caleb! The weather was miserable but he still took us out and we got our limits in under two hours!" - Seth

"Messed up earlier so re-submitting my review. We had a great time fishing with Caleb! The weather was miserable and he got us in and out with limits of Redfish in under two hours!" - Seth

Species You'll Want to Hook

Black Drum: These bruisers are the bulldogs of the bay. Known for their powerful runs and distinctive "croaking" sound, black drum can grow to over 30 pounds in these waters. They love hanging around structure and will put up a fight that'll have your arms burning. Spring is prime time for big black drum, but you can catch them year-round in Corpus Christi.

Sheepshead: Don't let those human-like teeth fool you - sheepshead are more than just a funny face. These striped battlers are known for their light bite and tasty fillets. They're structure-oriented fish, so we'll target them around jetties and pilings. Winter and early spring are peak seasons, but skilled anglers can find them year-round. Sheepshead require finesse and patience, making them a favorite challenge for many of our guests.

Redfish: The crown jewel of Texas inshore fishing, redfish (or red drum) are what bring many anglers to Corpus Christi. These copper-colored beauties are known for their powerful runs and distinctive spot near the tail. We target reds in the shallows, often sight-casting to tailing fish - an experience that'll get your heart racing! Fall is the prime season when big schools of bull reds cruise the flats, but you can catch quality fish year-round in the Laguna Madre.

Time to Book Your Spot

Whether you're looking to bend a rod on some hard-fighting reds or fill the cooler with tasty drum and sheepshead, our Corpus Christi fishing charters deliver the goods. With all gear provided and expert guides leading the way, you're set up for a day of non-stop action on the water. Don't let another season slip by without experiencing the world-class inshore fishing Corpus Christi has to offer. Spaces fill up fast, especially during peak seasons, so grab your spot on the boat today. Let's make some fishing memories you'll be bragging about for years to come!

Customer Reviews

Storm Fishing Success

We had a great trip with Caleb! The weather was miserable but he still took us out and we got our limits in under two hours!

Seth Peck

February 19, 2024

Fast Limits With Caleb

Messed up earlier so re-submitting my review. We had a great time fishing with Caleb! The weather was miserable and he got us in and out with limits of Redfish in under two hours!

Seth Peck

February 19, 2024

Learn more about the species

Black Drum

Black Drum are the tough guys of our local waters. These big, powerful fish can weigh up to 90 pounds, though most we catch are in the 5-30 pound range. You'll find them hanging around oyster beds and muddy flats in the bays, often in pretty shallow water. They're bottom feeders with a taste for crabs and shellfish. Spring's the best time to target them, when they school up to spawn. That's when you can really get into some action. Black Drum put up a great fight and make some weird croaking sounds while you're reeling them in. The smaller ones under 15 pounds are good eating too - nice white meat with a mild flavor. If you want to land a big one, try using fresh crab for bait. Drum love it, and other fish tend to leave it alone. Just make sure you use enough weight to keep it on the bottom where these guys feed. Patience is key - they can be stubborn biters.

Redfish

Redfish are a staple here in Corpus Christi. These copper-colored beauties with the distinctive tail spot usually run 28-33 inches when full grown, but can get much bigger offshore. They love shallow water - sometimes you'll even see their backs sticking out above the surface! Look for them around oyster reefs, grass flats, and mangroves in 1-4 feet of water. These fish are popular for good reason. They put up a great fight, especially in the shallows where they'll try to break you off in the structure. They're also excellent eating, with a mild, sweet flavor that's hard to beat. Fall's prime time for redfish as they school up before heading offshore to spawn. Try working a topwater lure across the flats early in the morning - there's nothing like seeing a big red explode on your bait. If they're being picky, a live shrimp under a popping cork is hard to beat.

Sheepshead

Sheepshead are one of the quirkier fish we go after. They've got this funny-looking mouth full of human-like teeth that they use to crush barnacles and crabs. Most run 1-8 pounds, but the big ones can hit 20 pounds. You'll find them around any kind of structure - docks, bridge pilings, jetties - anywhere barnacles grow. These fish are a blast to catch, but they're tricky. They're notorious bait stealers, so you've got to be quick on the hook set. Spring's prime time when they school up to spawn. The fight's good, and they're excellent eating - sweet, white meat that's a local favorite. Here's a pro tip: if you're fishing from shore, try scraping some barnacles off the pilings. It creates a natural chum slick that'll draw the sheepshead right to you. Just check local regs first to make sure it's allowed.

About the Shoalwater Cat - Tower

Vehicle Guest Capacity: 5

Manufacturer Name: Mercury

Maximum Cruising Speed: 55

Number of Engines: 1

Horsepower per Engine: 300

Ready to reel in some fish? Join us for a 5-hour inshore charter in beautiful Corpus Christi. Our expert guides know all the secret spots to catch Black Drum, Sheepshead, Redfish, and more in the stunning Laguna Madre. Don't worry about gear - we've got you covered with quality rods, reels, tackle, and bait. Whether you're a seasoned angler or it's your first time casting a line, you'll have a blast on this trip. We keep our groups small with just 2 guests, so you'll get plenty of personalized attention. Choose between a private charter or hop on our party boat for a fun, affordable day on the water. The fish are biting and the Texas sun is shining - book your Corpus Christi fishing adventure today!

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