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Pro Galveston Inshore Charter | Trophy Catches

  • Published Date: July 22, 2025
  • Fishing
  • Galveston Bay
  • $850 - $1,200 price range
  • Updated Date: October 13, 2025

Summary

This pro-level guided fishing trip in Galveston Bay is designed for serious anglers looking to step up their game. Over 5 to 8 hours, you'll target trophy redfish, trout, and flounder in the bay's prime fishing spots. The experienced guides at Saucier's Guide Service know exactly where to find the big ones and will share advanced techniques to help you land that monster catch. You'll use top-notch gear and learn pro strategies to refine your skills. With room for up to 4 guests, it's perfect for a group of buddies wanting to test their mettle or competitive anglers preparing for tournaments. Expect an intense day on the water with personalized coaching and plenty of action. If you're after a real challenge and the chance to hook into some impressive inshore species, this is the trip for you.
Pro Galveston Inshore Charter | Trophy Catches

Galveston Bay Lunkers

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Angler fishing in Texas with a 24-inch catch

Big speckled trout catch.

Two anglers with their catch in San Leon

Two anglers with fresh, varied fish haul on dock.

A single redfish caught in San Leon

Angler holding large vibrant redfish on boat.

Redfish caught in San Leon

Angler with vibrant redfish on sunny boat.

One Atlantic Sharpnose Shark, a 20-inch fish caught in TX

Man with sleek shark on sunny fishing boat.

Two redfish, 24 inches long, caught in San Leon

Three anglers with bright redfish.

Bull shark caught fishing in TX

Woman holding shiny shark, smiling friend.

A single blacktip shark, 23 inches long, caught while fishing in TX

Man with sleek shark, fishing partner.

Two redfish caught in TX

Big catch of fresh fish on dock.

Angler holding a 23-inch fish while fishing in TX

Angler with vibrant trout.

Angler fishing in Texas with a 24-inch catch

Big speckled trout catch.

Two anglers with their catch in San Leon

Two anglers with fresh, varied fish haul on dock.

A single redfish caught in San Leon

Angler holding large vibrant redfish on boat.

Redfish caught in San Leon

Angler with vibrant redfish on sunny boat.

One Atlantic Sharpnose Shark, a 20-inch fish caught in TX

Man with sleek shark on sunny fishing boat.

Two redfish, 24 inches long, caught in San Leon

Three anglers with bright redfish.

Bull shark caught fishing in TX

Woman holding shiny shark, smiling friend.

A single blacktip shark, 23 inches long, caught while fishing in TX

Man with sleek shark, fishing partner.

Two redfish caught in TX

Big catch of fresh fish on dock.

Angler holding a 23-inch fish while fishing in TX

Angler with vibrant trout.

Angler fishing in Texas with a 24-inch catch

Big speckled trout catch.

Two anglers with their catch in San Leon

Two anglers with fresh, varied fish haul on dock.

A single redfish caught in San Leon

Angler holding large vibrant redfish on boat.

Redfish caught in San Leon

Angler with vibrant redfish on sunny boat.

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Pro Redfish Action in Galveston Bay

Ready to step up your inshore game? This ain't your average bay fishing trip. We're talking serious redfish action tailored for anglers who know their way around a rod. Saucier's Guide Service is serving up 5 to 8 hours of pure, unadulterated fishing in the heart of Galveston Bay. Whether you're gunning for that next tournament win or just want to push your skills to the limit, this is where you need to be.

What's the Deal?

Picture this: You're on a top-notch boat, armed with pro-level gear, and guided by folks who eat, sleep, and breathe Galveston Bay fishing. We're not here to hold hands - we're here to put you on the fish. Redfish are the stars of the show, but don't sleep on the trout and flounder action. This trip is all about maximizing your time on the water and your chances of landing that trophy catch. We'll hit the bay's sweet spots, teaching you the ins and outs of reading the water, working the tides, and outsmarting those wily reds.

Tactics and Terrain

Forget about chunking bait and hoping for the best. We're talking finesse fishing here. You'll be working topwater lures across grass flats, sight-casting to tailing reds in the shallows, and maybe even throwing some fly gear if that's your jam. Expect to cover a lot of water - from the back bays to the open flats. We'll be using everything from popping corks to soft plastics, adjusting our approach based on what the fish are telling us. And yeah, you better believe we've got some local tricks up our sleeves that you won't find in any fishing mag.

Top Catches This Season

Let's talk brass tacks. Galveston Bay's been on fire lately. We're seeing slot reds in the 24-28 inch range pretty consistently, with some real bruisers pushing past 30 inches showing up too. The trout bite's been solid, with some gators in the 25-inch class making appearances. And for you flounder fanatics, we've been sticking some doormats in the 4-5 pound range. But remember, it's not just about the size - it's about the fight, and these Galveston Bay fish know how to throw down.

Species You'll Want to Hook

Redfish (Red Drum) are the headliners here, and for good reason. These copper-colored bulldogs are pound-for-pound some of the hardest fighting fish in the bay. They'll test your drag and your patience, often making blistering runs that'll have you convinced you've hooked a much bigger fish. Fall's prime time for reds, when they school up and start their annual spawn. That's when you can hit the jackpot and find yourself in the middle of a full-on redfish rodeo.

Speckled Trout might play second fiddle to reds, but don't let that fool you. These speckled beauties are prized for their delicate taste and their sometimes-not-so-delicate fight. They're ambush predators, so working a topwater lure through likely spots can lead to some explosive strikes. Spring and fall are your best bets for bigger trout, but honestly, in Galveston Bay, any day can be a trout day.

Southern Flounder round out our inshore trifecta. These flatfish might not look like much, but they're sneaky strong and make for some of the best eating you'll find in the bay. Fall's the time for flounder, when they start their migration to the Gulf. That's when you can find some real doormat-sized fish. Gigging for flounder at night is a whole different ballgame and something every serious inshore angler should experience at least once.

Why Anglers Keep Coming Back

Listen, there's a reason Galveston Bay's got a rep as one of the best inshore fishing spots in Texas. It's not just the quantity of fish - it's the quality of the experience. One day you might be sight-casting to tailing reds in gin-clear water, the next you could be working a deep channel for monster trout. The diversity of fishing opportunities here is off the charts. And with Saucier's Guide Service, you're not just getting a guide - you're getting a partner who's just as invested in your success as you are. We live for those moments when an angler hooks into their personal best or finally cracks the code on a technique they've been struggling with.

Time to Book Your Spot

Look, if you're still reading this, you know you want in on this action. This isn't a leisurely day of bobber watching - this is serious, sweat-on-your-brow, fish-slime-on-your-hands inshore fishing at its finest. We've got room for up to 4 anglers, so grab your fishing buddies and let's make it happen. No food provided, but trust me, you'll be too busy reeling in fish to worry about snacks. Don't let another season slip by wondering "what if." Book your trip with Saucier's Guide Service and let's put you on some Galveston Bay giants. The fish are waiting - are you ready?

Learn more about the species

Redfish

Redfish are a blast to target here in Galveston Bay. These copper-colored bruisers typically range from 20-30 inches, with some monsters pushing 40+ inches. Look for 'em in shallow water, often 1-4 feet deep, around oyster reefs, grass flats, and mud bottoms. They love structure, so old piers and jetties are prime spots too. Fall's usually best, but you can catch 'em year-round if you know where to look. Anglers love redfish for their hard-pulling fights and excellent table fare. That signature black spot near the tail? It's actually a fake "eye" to confuse predators. Pro tip: On calm days, scan the flats for their tails sticking up as they root for crabs. Sneak up quietly and you might land a trophy.

Redfish

About the Center Console Boats

Company vehicle

Vehicle Guest Capacity: 4

Manufacturer Name: Evinrude E-TEC

Maximum Cruising Speed: 45

Number of Engines: 1

Horsepower per Engine: 250

Ready for a serious day of fishing? This pro-level charter takes you right to where the action is in Galveston Bay. Over 5-8 hours, you'll be targeting trophy redfish, trout, and flounder using advanced techniques and top-notch gear. Our seasoned guides know all the prime spots and will help you refine your skills to land those impressive catches. Whether you're a competitive angler looking to up your game or just want a more challenging fishing experience, this trip delivers. With room for up to 4 guests, you can bring along your fishing buddies or make it a more personalized outing. Get ready to test your mettle against some of the bay's most prized inshore species. This isn't your average relaxed fishing trip - it's an intense, skill-focused adventure for those who take their angling seriously.
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