Caught a Spotted Seatrout Inshore in South Padre

Fishing Charter with Captain Steven Hillary – Rates & Booking

Captain Steven Hillary of Today We Fish Charter and Adventures on Thursday April specializes in productive inshore fishing trips targeting spotted seatrout around South Padre Island's prime fishing grounds. These 5-hour morning charters include all necessary tackle, bait, and fishing licenses, with departure times designed to maximize your time on the most productive water. Our experienced local guide provides hands-on instruction with multiple techniques including popping cork, jigging, light tackle, and drift fishing to ensure consistent action throughout your trip. Book online to secure your preferred date and experience the best inshore fishing South Padre Island has to offer.

Highlights of

The spring season brings excellent spotted seatrout fishing to South Padre Island's inshore waters, with clear conditions and mild temperatures creating perfect scenarios for sight fishing and structure work. Our morning trips focus on productive flats and channels where these hard-fighting gamefish actively feed, using a variety of proven techniques to match changing conditions throughout the day. The combination of steady action, beautiful coastal scenery, and professional guidance makes these charters ideal for creating lasting fishing memories.

Whether you're an experienced angler looking to target quality spotted seatrout or a beginner wanting to learn proper inshore techniques, these guided trips provide the perfect balance of instruction and action. The 5-hour duration allows ample time to work different areas and techniques while enjoying the natural beauty of South Padre Island's coastal waters.

Local Species Insights: Spotted Seatrout

Spotted seatrout thrive in South Padre Island's shallow inshore waters, particularly around grass flats, oyster reefs, and channel edges where they ambush baitfish and shrimp. These popular gamefish respond well to both artificial lures and live bait presentations, making them excellent targets for anglers using popping corks, soft plastics, and drift fishing techniques. Spring conditions bring active feeding behavior as water temperatures warm, creating ideal opportunities for consistent catches throughout the morning hours when these fish are most aggressive.

Plan Your Fishing Charter Day

Your 5-hour morning charter includes all fishing equipment, tackle, bait, and required licenses, with our experienced captain providing hands-on instruction for anglers of all skill levels. The boat accommodates small groups comfortably, allowing for personalized attention and optimal fishing positioning throughout the trip. We provide coolers with ice for your catch, along with cleaning and filleting services to ensure you take home restaurant-quality fish. Safety equipment and first aid supplies are standard on all trips, with departure times scheduled to take advantage of optimal tide and weather conditions.