Fishing Copano Bay, Texas
Piers, beaches, ramps, guides and saltwater limits around Copano Bay.
- 41fishing sites
- 24piers
- 13ramps
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Fishing Copano Bay, Texas
Copano Bay is part of the Mission-Aransas system.
The General Land Office lists 41 coastal sites with fishing allowed within 14 miles of the bay center, 24 with a pier and 13 with a boat ramp.
Shore and pier anglers start from Rockport, Fulton, Bayside and Aransas Pass.
Jetties within reach: Port Aransas South Jetty (Horace Caldwell area) (21 miles).
Copano Bay: Texas General Land Office coastal access inventory.
Where to fish Copano Bay from shore
Bright dots around Copano Bay have a pier.
- Copano Bay State Fishing Pier – SouthRockport, pier $5, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning, restrooms
- Copano Bay State Fishing Pier – SouthRockport, pier $5, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning, restrooms
- Copano Bay State Fishing Pier – NorthRockport, pier $5, lights, fish cleaning
- Copano Bay State Fishing Pier – NorthRockport, pier $5, lights, fish cleaning
- Fulton Fishing PierFulton, pier $3, lights, fish cleaning, restrooms
- Fulton Fishing PierFulton, pier $3, lights, fish cleaning, restrooms
- Navigation Boat RampFulton, pier, boat ramp
- Navigation Boat RampFulton, pier, boat ramp
- Beacon RV Park & MarinaFulton, pier $2, lights, fish cleaning
- Beacon RV Park & MarinaFulton, pier $2, lights, fish cleaning
- Goose Island State ParkRockport, pier, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning, restrooms
- Goose Island State ParkRockport, pier, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning, restrooms
- Rockport Beach ParkRockport, pier, boat ramp, lights, restrooms
- Rockport Beach ParkRockport, pier, boat ramp, lights, restrooms
- Aransas County Navigation District BeachRockport, pier, lights
- Aransas County Navigation District BeachRockport, pier, lights
- Rockport BeachRockport, pier, lights
- Rockport BeachRockport, pier, lights
- Navigation District Fishing PierRockport, pier, lights
- Navigation District Fishing PierRockport, pier, lights
- Driscoll Rooke Covenant ParkBayside, pier, lights, restrooms
- Driscoll Rooke Covenant ParkBayside, pier, lights, restrooms
- Texas Parks & Wildlife Boat RampBayside, pier, boat ramp
- Texas Parks & Wildlife Boat RampBayside, pier, boat ramp
- Howard Murph County ParkRockport, restrooms
- Airport RoadRockport
- Rattlesnake PointRockport
- St. Charles Bay Boat RampRockport, boat ramp
- Little Bay Wildlife ViewRockport
- Big TreeRockport
Copano Bay sites: Texas General Land Office inventory. Some fees date from 2015 and 2016.
Guides and charters on Copano Bay
- Barnard's Fishing & Duck Hunting Guide ServiceInshore, Rockport, (361) 510-6655
- Bart Payne's Fishing & Hunting Guide CoInshore, Rockport, (361) 729-0752
- Rockport Fishing GuideInshore, Rockport, (361) 205-2480
- A Fishing Fantasy Guide & OutfittersInshore, Aransas Pass, (361) 438-1866
- Pirates Of Bay ChartersInshore, Rockport, (361) 790-8888
- Rockport Kayak Guide ServicesInshore, Rockport, (361) 727-9966
- above and beyond guide serviceInshore, Rockport, (361) 205-4904
- Saltitude OutfittersInshore, Rockport, (361) 205-9833
- Graham Slam Fishing ChartersInshore, Rockport, (361) 877-7849
- Coastal Guide ServiceInshore, Rockport, (361) 729-9866
- Shallow Water Guide ServiceInshore, Rockport, (361) 729-9265
- Odom Lowell & DeedeeInshore, Rockport, (361) 729-5564
- Copano Cast n CallInshore, Rockport, (361) 205-9443
- Gold Spoon Charters IncInshore, Rockport, (361) 727-9178
- Sea Biskit ChartersInshore, Rockport, (361) 510-5428
- Web Foot Guide ServiceInshore, Rockport, (361) 790-8354
- Tooth and Scale Guide ServiceInshore, Rockport, (361) 205-2220
- Slick's Guide ServiceInshore, Rockport, (361) 386-0569
- Captain Experiences – Rockport Fishing ChartersInshore, Rockport, (833) 227-8246
- Charters RedfishInshore, Rockport, (361) 729-8220
- Tinnerman Guide ServiceInshore, Aransas Pass, (361) 779-0979
- Full Stringer ChartersInshore, Rockport, (361) 229-9301
- Ingleside Fishing Charter – Aransas PassInshore, Aransas Pass, (361) 332-4949
- Surrender at SunriseInshore, Aransas Pass, (361) 790-3271
Copano Bay guides: operator websites and local directories, October 2026.
Bag and length limits for Copano Bay
| Species | Daily bag | Minimum | Maximum |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greater amberjack | 1 | 38 in min | |
| Striped bass | 5 | 18 in min | |
| Channel/blue catfish | 25 | ||
| Flathead catfish | 5 | 18 in min | |
| Gafftopsail catfish | No limit | 14 in min | |
| Cobia | 1 | 40 in min | |
| Black drum | 5 | 14 in min | 30 in max |
| Red drum | 3 | 20 in min | 28 in max |
Statewide saltwater limits that apply on Copano Bay, TPWD Outdoor Annual 2026-27 (valid Sep. 1, 2026 through Aug. 31, 2027).
Questions about fishing Copano Bay
Where can I fish Copano Bay from a pier?
Copano Bay State Fishing Pier – South has a pier within 14 miles, and 23 more are listed on this page.
How many coastal fishing sites are near Copano Bay?
41 sites within 14 miles of the bay center.
Is there a boat ramp on Copano Bay?
Yes, 13 sites in the GLO inventory, including Copano Bay State Fishing Pier – South.
Do I need a saltwater endorsement for Copano Bay?
Adults fishing Copano Bay need a Texas license with the saltwater endorsement.
What is the red drum limit on Copano Bay?
Copano Bay follows the statewide red drum limit of 3 slot fish, 20 to 28 inches.
What towns are near Copano Bay?
Rockport, Fulton, Bayside, Aransas Pass and Taft.
Are there fishing guides on Copano Bay?
35 guides are listed on this page.
What county is Copano Bay in?
Refugio County.
Are there jetties near Copano Bay?
Port Aransas South Jetty (Horace Caldwell area), 21 miles away.