Redfish Bay Fishing Adventures with Steven Hillary

Fishing Charter with Captain Steven Hillary – Rates & Booking

Captain Steven Hillary of Today We Fish Charter and Adventures on Thursday July provides comprehensive 5-hour morning bay fishing charters departing at sunrise to capitalize on peak feeding activity. Our trips include all necessary tackle, bait, and fishing licenses with rates starting for small groups seeking redfish and spotted trout action. We accommodate various skill levels with personalized instruction on surf casting, jigging techniques, and reading South Padre Island's productive bay systems. Book online or call for current availability and seasonal pricing—our licensed guides ensure safe, productive fishing experiences with gear included and local knowledge that puts you on the fish.

Highlights of Bay Fishing Charter

Experience South Padre Island's renowned bay fishing with early morning departures that beat the heat and target active gamefish. Our charters focus on redfish and spotted trout using versatile techniques from shallow water sight fishing to deeper structure work. The morning bite typically produces consistent action with fish ranging from keeper-sized specimens to trophy catches, as demonstrated by recent trips landing 17-inch redfish and 18-inch spotted trout.

Today We Fish Charter and Adventures provides comprehensive tackle selection, fresh bait, and local expertise to navigate South Padre's productive flats, channels, and nearshore structure. Our guides adapt techniques based on conditions, ensuring productive fishing whether targeting redfish in skinny water or working trout along drop-offs and grass beds.

Local Species Insights: Redfish

Redfish thrive in South Padre Island's shallow bay systems, preferring water depths of 1-4 feet around oyster reefs, grass flats, and tidal channels. These copper-colored gamefish feed aggressively during morning hours, making them ideal targets for early charter departures. Local redfish typically range from slot-sized fish around 20-28 inches to occasional bull reds exceeding 30 inches, with the distinctive black eyespot near their tail making them easily identifiable. In July, redfish concentrate around structure during cooler morning temperatures, responding well to live bait presentations and artificial lures worked slowly through their feeding zones.

Plan Your Fishing Charter Day

Our 5-hour morning bay fishing charters depart at sunrise from South Padre Island, accommodating small groups with all tackle, bait, and safety equipment provided. The boat features comfortable seating, fish cleaning facilities, and navigational electronics to locate productive fishing areas efficiently. We recommend bringing sunscreen, polarized sunglasses, and a camera to capture your catches, while coolers with ice are available for keeping your fish fresh. Captain Steven Hillary provides personalized instruction throughout the trip, ensuring both novice and experienced anglers maximize their fishing success in South Padre's productive waters.