Port Aransas Texas is located on the South side of the Corpus Christi Channel and works as a seamless gateway to the Gulf of Mexico as well. This combination makes it a top fishing destination for those who have a passion for casting a line year-round! Whether you’re one for nearshore adventures or deep-sea outings, the opportunities for reeling in something exciting in Port Aransas are seemingly endless. When you have a few days to dedicate exclusively to the sport you love most, the following itinerary for fishing in Port Aransas is a great place to start to elevate the fun from start to finish.
Day 1: Focus on Reeling in Red Snapper with Blue Water Excursions
The waters around Port Aransas are teeming with incredible fish species anglers can potentially catch during their stay, and Red Snapper is one that many visitors head this way specifically to reel in. When you want to be sure you’re heading out to the top spots and don’t want to have to worry about packing the gear you’ll need ahead of time, teaming up with Blue Water Excursions on day one of your stay is always the way to go. This professional crew is dedicated to making sure you enjoy every moment of your day on the water as you spend time alongside Captain Chad Banks who is a licensed master 200-ton captain with thousands of offshore charters in the area to his name. You’ll step onboard a 36-foot Twin Vee catamaran for your day on the water that can be spent alongside six guests. The vessel is outfitted with a twin 300 HP Yamaha engine, a live bait tank, cooler, and onboard restroom too. Guests can pick and choose from 6 or 12-hour outings and you’re more than welcome to bring your own snacks and drinks for the day in addition to your fishing license.
- Blue Water Excursions
- 900 Tarpon Street, Port Aransas, Texas
- 361-800-1637
Day 2: Make It a Fun Afternoon of Pier Fishing
Port Aransas is home to a number of great piers that are just as enjoyable for a sunset stroll as they are for setting up for a day of pier fishing early in the morning hours. The piers in Port Aransas are generally free to fish from and are typically open 24 hours a day making them a convenient stop on your itinerary. A top destination in town to be sure to check out is the Horace Caldwell Pier which extends 1,240 feet out into the Gulf of Mexico and is a great place to catch everything from bonnethead sharks and blacktip sharks as well as spotted seatrout, black drum, and tarpon too. This is the primary beach pier in Port Aransas and if you don’t have your own gear, you can rent a pole for $4 while a full day of fishing is just $3 per person.
- Horace Caldwell Pier
- Port Aransas Beach Road, Port Aransas, Texas
Day 3: Enjoy Surf Fishing During Your Stay
Visitors to Port Aransas are often delighted to find their vacation destination of choice comes with access to 18 miles of Gulf coastline to explore. Mustang Island is a true mecca of potential for those who love angling, and when you find that quiet spot on the sand, it isn’t hard to spend several hours surf fishing our way through a leisurely afternoon. When you choose to cast your line in the bays around Port Aransas, you’ll find you have easy access to flounder, trout, and redfish too. If you packed waders, there are options to head into the flats and see if you have any luck reeling in tarpon, pompano, or jack.
Day 4: Rent a Kayak and Hit the Water
When you want to slow things down and fish at your own pace in the waters surrounding Port Aransas, grabbing your line and renting a kayak for the day is often the way to go. The team over at Island Surf Shop and Kayaks has an impressive inventory of kayak rentals available to be booked while you’re here making it simple to customize your day on the waves. Simply floating through the shallows around Port Aransas will likely see you reeling in some exciting catches. Here, it’s also easy to split your day between kayak fishing and fly fishing if you have the equipment you need in hand.
- Island Surf Shop and Kayaks
- 130 E Avenue G, Port Aransas, Texas
- 361-749-0822
Book Your Fishing Trip to Port Aransas Today
When you’re excited to fish your way to fun in Port Aransas, booking your accommodations through La Mirage Resort Condominiums is a sure way to elevate your stay in style. Reach out today to learn more about our inviting lineup of 2-bedroom condos in Port Aransas that are available and to book your next unforgettable journey. We can’t wait to see you in Port Aransas soon!
