r/galvestonfishing

Howdy!

I've been fishing the Galveston area for 20 years or so, but always from the bank / dike / surf, or wading back in the bays.

I've recently acquired my first boat, and I'm trying to figure out where to find spots to fish.

Where do y'all find reefs / oyster beds / drains, etc etc? Is there a resource I can look at to start figuring this out?

Unfortunately I'll only be able to take it out every other weekend or so, and I wouldn't be able to learn much from just going out and finding these myself. I was hoping there might be resources out there I can look at / purchase to help me out.

Thanks y'all!

Hi! I’ve been living in Houston for a while and I’m making a trip to Galveston and possibly Texas City to fish. I got a 7 foot and 10 foot rod but looking for some advice as I never fished here before - what kind of fish are popping this time of year and best rigs and setups to use in my rods? Planning on brining live shrimp, maybe some popping corks for my smaller rod and Caroline my other.

I was thinking of going to the Texas city dike but heard it’s not that great - what are some main spots around Galveston area?

Really appreciate yall and I’m looking forward to learning as I go!!!

Is anybody catching fish in those heat? They water is so hot and I hear the fish have headed for deeper water. I have some time this week but I want to knkw i have a chance

I want to get into kayak fishing but want to try it first is anyone willing to let me use an extra one they have and we go fishing i am a Marine corps veteran with a bad back and before I buy one I need to see if I can handle it first thanks in advance

Grew up in Houston and used to surf fish all the time. Live in Austin and wanting to come down Sunday and Monday as I see the wind looks super low. How’s it been fishing lately and has it been calm recently? I might hit the jetties possibly too if it’s too rough at the surf. I remember August always being one of the best months when it’s calm. Appreciate any input ahead of time.

Is there anything specific I should know or any places I should see or visit while I’m there? I’ve also never finished for saltwater and not sure if I need anything completely different. Any help is appreciated