Trophy Red Drum Fishing in South Padre

Fishing Charter with Steven Hillary – Rates & Booking

Captain Steven Hillary of Today We Fish Charter and Adventures offers Friday April fishing trips targeting Redfish in South Padre Island's productive waters. Our light tackle fishing charters include all necessary gear, fishing licenses, and expert guidance to put you on the best bite. We launch early morning around 7:30 AM to maximize your fishing time during prime feeding periods. Trips typically accommodate up to 4-5 anglers comfortably, making this perfect for small groups and families looking to experience Texas inshore fishing at its finest. Our boat provides a stable fishing platform with plenty of shade and storage for your personal items. Contact us directly for current rates and to check availability—early booking is recommended during peak Redfish season.

Highlights of This Charter

Our South Padre Island fishing charters specialize in targeting Redfish in their natural habitat. Captain Steven's extensive local knowledge means you'll fish prime spots where these hard-fighting fish congregate. April trips feature exceptional clear-water conditions, allowing for exciting sight fishing opportunities alongside traditional jigging and live bait techniques.

The warming spring waters create perfect feeding conditions where you'll target Redfish as they cruise the shallows searching for prey. We focus on providing a personalized experience, adapting techniques to match your skill level whether you're an experienced angler or new to inshore fishing. Every charter includes photo opportunities of your catch and the option for catch-and-release or keeping fish within legal limits.

Local Species Insights: Red Drum

South Padre Island's inshore waters provide ideal habitat for Red Drum (Redfish), making them one of the area's most prized catches. These bronze-colored fish with their distinctive black tail spot thrive in the shallow grass flats, deeper channels, and oyster beds throughout the local estuary system. In April, the warming water temperatures have Redfish feeding aggressively as they prepare for their spawning cycle later in the year.

Captain Steven targets these fish using various techniques depending on conditions. When the water is clear, sight fishing becomes highly effective, allowing you to cast directly to visible fish cruising the flats. During lower visibility periods, we'll switch to drifting with live bait or jigging deeper channels where Redfish congregate. The average catch ranges from 18-27 inches, with larger specimens providing truly memorable battles on light tackle.

Plan Your Fishing Charter Day

For your day on the water with Today We Fish Charter and Adventures, we recommend bringing sunscreen, polarized sunglasses, a hat, and weather-appropriate clothing. Our boat is equipped with comfortable seating, storage space, and a cooler with ice for your beverages. We provide all fishing equipment including quality rods, reels, tackle, and bait suited specifically for targeting local Redfish.

Morning charters typically meet at our South Padre Island location just before 7:30 AM, though exact times may vary seasonally. Be sure to bring a camera or smartphone to document your catch, as April trips often yield excellent photo opportunities with beautiful coastal scenery. We're committed to both conservation and your enjoyment, so whether you're looking to keep your catch or practice catch-and-release, Captain Steven will ensure a memorable and responsible fishing experience.