Summary
Best fishing spots include Estes Flats, California Hole, and the Lydia Ann Channel. Boat access is essential, with public ramps at Cove Harbor and Goose Island State Park. Shore access is limited. Anglers can expect redfish, speckled trout, black drum, and flounder. Top baits include live shrimp, mullet, and soft plastics on jig heads. Spring through fall offers the best action, especially early mornings and tidal changes. These waters are known for productive flats, oyster reefs, and marsh drains.
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Angling Safety Guidelines
Check local fishing rules, seasons, size limits, and license requirements to ensure legal and sustainable angling.
Handle Fish Responsibly
Use wet hands, minimize air exposure, and release fish gently to improve survival rates when practicing catch-and-release.
Choose the Right Gear
Match your rod, line, and tackle to the species and conditions to increase success and reduce unnecessary harm to fish.
Respect the Waterway
Avoid disturbing habitat, prevent bank erosion, and keep a safe distance from spawning areas to protect ecosystems.
Keep It Clean
Pack out all line, hooks, bait containers, and trash—discarded gear can injure wildlife and degrade waterways.
Related Links
Area Campgrounds
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Isla Blanca County Park
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Andy Bowie County Park
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Boca Chica Beach Dispersed
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Cameron County Fwsd No 1 Res No 3 Levee
Padre Boulevard South Padre Island
Port Isabel Lighthouse State Historic Site
Andy Bowie County Park
Bryan Beach State Recreation Park
Padre Island National Seashore
Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge