South Padre Island Bay Fishing: Targeting Sand Trout and Whiting
4.2
100 Ratings
South Padre Island
Experience the thrill of South Padre Island bay fishing, targeting sand trout and whiting. Catch delicious fish like sheepshead, black drum, and red fish. Book your trip now!
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- 33256 State Park Rd 100 - Captain Murphy’s offers three-bay fishing trips daily aboard the 54-foot vessel Hard Bottom Too. South Padre Island Bay Fishing catches include sand trout, whiting, drum, shark, sheepshead and more (depending on the season). Captain Murphy’s provides the rod, reel, and all bait and tackle.
What's Included
- Local guide included
- Fishing gear provided: rod, reel, tackle, bait
- Live commentary during the tour
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Discount Coupons Not Accepted with this Offer
- Bottled water
- Children ages 3 and under not allowed Jun-Aug. 8am & 1pm
Additional Information
The aquatic pursuits in the bay offer excellent catches, including Sheepshead, Black Drum, Whiting and numerous others like Red Fish. Angling expeditions in the bay mainly seek the delicious sand trout and whiting, but patrons also stand a chance to reel in red drum and black drum. Patrons are welcome to bring their own equipment, but accountability will not be held by Captain Murphy’s for any personal gear.
Every individual engaging in the fishing activity, 17 years and older are obliged to possess a legitimate Texas Saltwater Fishing License. This license can be conveniently acquired online by visiting the Texas Parks and Wildlife website and clicking on Fishing License.
- Only Children Age 5+ Allowed and must be accompanied by an adult
Location
33256 State Park Rd 100
State Park Road 100
Turn right off Queen Isabella Causeway, travel 1/2 mile, turn right into Sea Ranch Marina, keep right of Sea Ranch Restaurant, Look for Captain Murphy's Fishing Charters at end of blue and white buildings. Your fishing boat will be the Hard Bottom Too.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.2
(100 Ratings)
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Jami_b
Mar 31, 2024
Great for all ages! - The fish weren’t biting but the experience was still great! All provided equipment was easy to use and the staff (Ray and Adam) were so great! They were attentive, conversational, welcoming, and provided an amazing restaurant recommendation! Would absolutely go again!
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G2548ygheathera
Feb 14, 2024
Had a great time! - Had an absolute blast. Didn't catch much but it's called fishing not catching. Haha. Cesar and Roy were so much fun and they explained alot. They joked around and made us feel welcome. I highly recommend!!
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Diana_s
Jan 28, 2024
My day Off! - Was great! Weather was amazing! First we wern't catching but our guide moved us and everyone on the boat started catching!
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Jorge_c
Jan 4, 2024
Winter fishing - The deck hands were great with the kids. Fun to fish in a group and everyone took a loaded stringer home! Would do it again 100%
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Elaine_l
Jan 2, 2024
Easy fishing! Great for kids! - The easy to use rod and reels. The staff provided the bait and fishing supplies. The instructions and help from the staff for my kids. Catching fish! The staff even cleaned the fish when we were done and we ate the fresh fish at a restaurant nearby!
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Michelle_k
Apr 1, 2024
My fishing time was... - My fishing time was rescheduled because of wind... so my option was one time and day or a refund... we had already purchased our fishing license so we figured wed give it a try, the boat was packed ! way to many people. We were literally every two foot apart around the boat. I loved the water and the captain and crew! Without them it would have been a 1 star! They made the trip by talking to everyone , and helping anyone and everyone! Wonderful captain and crew!!!
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Ryan_p
Mar 14, 2024
Save your money and take a private fishing tour - It was a bit too crowded, crew was nice and boat was pretty good size. Dolphins were great, but fishing was rough, just lines crossing and so many people, it is worth the extra for a private fishing tour.
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Coopycobmn
Feb 23, 2024
Experience was Just Mediocre! - A rather windy day, postponed from yesterday. There were about 30 people and only one little fish was caught. It was a bit crowded for my liking. We moved three times but no luck. Organized. Easy fishing but minimal space for moving around.
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Marcy_a
Mar 25, 2024
Worst fishing - Fishing was terrible. Moving around looking for fish too much. It seems like they didn’t know what they were doing
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Bonnie
Mar 5, 2024
No fish caught bad fishing Charter - I have been on many fishing charters. I have never been on one where I never caught a fish. This one was unsuccessful and nobody caught a fish.
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