Texas coast

Fishing East Bay (Galveston), Texas

Beaches, piers and boats for hire on East Bay (Galveston).

  • 60fishing sites
  • 10piers
  • 11ramps

Photo: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, photographer not specified or unknown, Public domain

Texas coast

Where East Bay (Galveston) stands for fishing

East Bay (Galveston) belongs to the Galveston Bay system.

The General Land Office lists 60 coastal sites with fishing allowed within 14 miles of the bay center, 10 with a pier and 11 with a boat ramp.

Land based access centers on Bolivar Peninsula, Anahuac, Galveston and Texas City.

The closest jetties are Bolivar North Jetty (10 miles), Rollover Pass (10 miles) and Galveston South Jetty (12 miles).

60coastal fishing sites
10piers
11boat ramps
28guides listed

East Bay (Galveston): Texas General Land Office coastal access inventory.

Piers, beaches and ramps

Where to fish East Bay (Galveston) from shore

Highlighted dots near East Bay (Galveston) mark piers.

East Bay (Galveston) sites: Texas General Land Office inventory. Some fees date from 2015 and 2016.

Inshore and offshore

Guides and charters on East Bay (Galveston)

East Bay (Galveston) guides: operator websites and local directories, October 2026.

Saltwater limits

Keepers allowed on East Bay (Galveston)

SpeciesDaily bagMinimumMaximum
Greater amberjack138 in min
Striped bass518 in min
Channel/blue catfish25
Flathead catfish518 in min
Gafftopsail catfishNo limit14 in min
Cobia140 in min
Black drum514 in min30 in max
Red drum320 in min28 in max

Statewide saltwater limits that apply on East Bay (Galveston), TPWD Outdoor Annual 2026-27 (valid Sep. 1, 2026 through Aug. 31, 2027).

Answers

East Bay (Galveston), answered

Which piers serve East Bay (Galveston)?

Try Shoreline Pier, a pier within 14 miles, and 9 more are listed on this page.

What is the site count near East Bay (Galveston)?

Count 60 sites within 14 miles.

Can I trailer a boat to East Bay (Galveston)?

Yes, try 11 sites, starting with J.H. Robbins Memorial Park.

Is a saltwater endorsement needed to fish East Bay (Galveston)?

Adults fishing East Bay (Galveston) need a Texas license with the saltwater endorsement.

How many red drum may I keep from East Bay (Galveston)?

Three red drum a day on East Bay (Galveston), 20 to 28 inches, and one over 28 inches needs a tag.

What towns are near East Bay (Galveston)?

Bolivar Peninsula, Anahuac, Galveston and Texas City.

Is there a charter service on East Bay (Galveston)?

This bay page carries 28 guides.

In what county will I find East Bay (Galveston)?

Look under Chambers County.

Is there jetty fishing near East Bay (Galveston)?

Bolivar North Jetty, 10 miles away, Rollover Pass, 10 miles away and Galveston South Jetty, 12 miles away.

Other Texas bays

Keep exploring the coast past East Bay (Galveston).