What fish are in season in Port Aransas?

Summer is the prime season for Red Snapper fishing as well as big game fish and offshore fishing occurring. Hop aboard a fishing charter to catch Red Snapper, Sailfish, Tuna, Bull Reds, Tarpons, King Mackerel, Barracuda, and more.

What fish are biting now in Port Aransas?

Port Aransas Fishing Report Trout are good in Aransas Bay along Quarantine Shoreline free lining croaker. Trout are good in the shorelines of Trailer Island in 5-6 feet of water, redfish are a few feet shallower biting cut mullet or croaker. Trout are good in front of Steadman’s Reef in Redfish Bay using croaker.

Can you fish on Port Aransas Beach?

Another great aspect of Port Aransas is that no matter which direction you head, there is great fishing. You can go west to Corpus Christi Bay, east to Aransas Bay, or north to Redfish Bay. All of these spots will secure you a great day of inshore fishing.

How much does it cost to fish on the pier in Port Aransas?

The cost is $3 per person AND $4 per pole. Cash only. Kids under 6 are free and discounts are available for active military, military veterans, and seniors 65+. Bring your own fishing license or stop by IGA Family Center to pick one up because fishing licenses are not sold at the pier.

What is the best time to fish in Port Aransas?

The best times to fish Port Aransas is May through September bring bigger fish into offshore locations. Inshore fishing actually is very good during fall and winter with greater numbers of sea trout, redfish, and flounder moving inshore. Available year-round; September & October are peak months.

Do you need a fishing license in Port Aransas?

Port Aransas is known for its great fishing. But there are, of course, some rules involved. New fishing and hunting licenses are required each year by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.

Where can I fish in Port Aransas without a boat?

Horace Caldwell Pier – This lighted pier juts out 1,280 feet into the Gulf from Mustang Island in Port Aransas. It’s open year-round, 24-hours a day. Trout, redfish, black drum, sheepshead, sand trout, gafftop, pompano and shark are among the most common fish caught off this popular pier.

How do you catch redfish in Port Aransas?

The most common method of finding redfish is using shallow running boats, kayaks or wading in the shallow waters of the bays. Redfish will roam grass lined shores, deep cuts, flats, and reefs looking for prey.

Is it good to fish at night?

It’s Easier to Catch a Fish at Night If you’re the only one in the water, then you’ll likely catch the big fish. Moreover, fishing at night allows you to have better visibility compared to daytime fishing. Most of the fish species, including crappies, have good eyesight.