Caught a Spotted Weakfish Bay Fishing in South

Guided Fishing Trip with Captain Steven Hillary – Rates & Booking

Captain Steven Hillary of Today We Fish Charter and Adventures on Sunday June offers comprehensive bay fishing charters targeting South Padre Island's abundant spotted weakfish and redfish populations. The 5-hour morning trips include all tackle, bait, and expert guidance for $400-600 per group depending on season and group size. Licensed and experienced, Captain Steven specializes in drift fishing, live bait techniques, and artificial lure presentations that consistently produce results in these productive Texas waters. Book online or call to reserve your spot on South Padre Island's premier inshore fishing experience.

Highlights of Bay Fishing Adventure

This South Padre Island charter targets the area's famous spotted weakfish and redfish using proven techniques including drift fishing over productive grass flats and structure. The morning bite typically produces the best action, with fish actively feeding in 3-8 feet of water along the Laguna Madre system. Captain Steven's local knowledge of seasonal patterns and productive spots ensures consistent action whether conditions are calm or breezy.

The 23-inch spotted weakfish landed on this trip represents the quality fishing available year-round in these waters. Combined with the cooperative redfish bite, anglers experience the diverse inshore fishing that makes South Padre Island a top Gulf Coast destination for both light tackle enthusiasts and families seeking memorable fishing adventures.

Local Species Insights: Spotted Weakfish

Spotted weakfish thrive in South Padre Island's shallow bay systems, particularly around grass beds, oyster reefs, and channel edges where they ambush shrimp and small baitfish. These aggressive feeders respond well to live shrimp, soft plastics, and topwater lures during early morning and evening periods. June through September offers peak action as water temperatures warm and baitfish concentrate in the shallows, creating ideal conditions for consistent hookups on these hard-fighting gamefish.

Plan Your Guided Fishing Trip Day

Today We Fish Charter and Adventures provides a fully equipped bay boat suitable for up to 4 anglers, complete with all rods, reels, tackle, and bait needed for a successful outing. Morning trips typically depart at sunrise to take advantage of prime feeding times, with Captain Steven handling navigation, fish location, and technique instruction. The shallow-draft vessel accesses prime spotted weakfish habitat while ensuring comfort and safety throughout the 5-hour adventure on South Padre Island's protected bay waters.