What would you recommend to anglers fishing in South Padre Island, Texas for the first time?

Early March is still cool, and the fish are less accessible from shore than when it gets a bit warmer. Charter is the way to go to access the better spots.

work with captain and watch the waves. we booked in january and because of weather and waves , went out in march

Just remember you win some and you lose some each time on the water is different. Have a great time either way it goes. Be kind and God bless.

The Laguna Madre is a beautiful bay system with plenty of potential to catch limits. Remember, it's fishing, not catching so take in the whole experience in God's beauty!

Don't give up when you least expect it the fish will bite once you catch one red in particular you are sure to catch more be patient ?

There are a lot of fish out at the artificial reef, which is the largest in the United States. Only takes an hour to get there.

The freeze really hurt the bay and inland fishing so i would avoid it till Fall of 2023. Offshore is still really good.

Fishing was great, just check to see what Saturday the fishing tournament in May is going to be on. Would have fished Saturday also, but did not want all the chaos from 400 boats fishing in the bay.

Waves were larger than any other charter I’ve been on. Take Dramamine the night before and morning of so you aren’t the main source of chum.

Hector is courteous and helpful in sharing knowledge . Willing to go when weather conditions weren't ideal. Enjoyable day of fishing.

The first hour we moved to a few locations before we found a good spot. We only caught whiting fish. They were small but we were able to catch enough for a great dinner.

Have fun fishing but take time to enjoy the surroundings. What a beautiful place and friendly people.

Get'm Hook'd Fishing Charters https://fishingbooker.com/charters/view/16218 Patient, safe and cool for novice anglers

Undertow is strong on the surf so be smart while fishing. Night time Fishing on the pier in port isabel is fairly good with artificial shrimp. Good luck!

Fish with a good guide who has good equipment and lots of experience fishing the Lower Laguna Madre.

Top notch charter and captain from booking until he cleaned all of our fish! Amazing day

Captain said that the seaweed is worse this time of year which makes it harder with lures.

Trout were slow because of the Texas heat but overall a great time, even in the dead of summer.

we had a great time fishing with Arthur. we will ake sure to book with him again

Do some bay fishing find u a good captain that has good reviews and would put u on some fish

It is very hot out, so be prepared with proper clothing and drink lots of fluids.

Reach out to your Captain and get an idea of what fishing you can expect when booking your trip.

December is a slower time of year for fishing but we caught what we were hoping to!

Be flexible with what you want to catch. Wind and tides may rewrite your plan for the day.

If you are new make sure you get a guide who knows where to go such as Captain Elliott.

Call Capt Dave and go in the morning. When that first 7lbs Red-hit my line it was incredible.