Fishing East Matagorda Bay, Texas
The GLO sites, guides and limits around East Matagorda Bay.
- 14fishing sites
- 6piers
- 5ramps
Stand in photo of the area near East Matagorda Bay: mr_t_77 from WV, USA, CC BY-SA 2.0
What East Matagorda Bay offers anglers
East Matagorda Bay is part of the Matagorda Bay system.
The GLO inventory puts 14 coastal sites within 14 miles, and 6 have a pier while 5 have a ramp.
For shore fishing, start in Matagorda.
For rock fishing, try Colorado River Jetties (Matagorda Jetty Park) (10 miles) and Mitchell’s Cut (16 miles).
East Matagorda Bay: Texas General Land Office coastal access inventory.
Bank and pier access to East Matagorda Bay
Bright dots around East Matagorda Bay have a pier.
- LCRA Matagorda Nature Park & Pier, pier, restrooms
- LCRA Matagorda Nature Park & Pier, pier, restrooms
- Jetty Park, pier, lights, restrooms
- Jetty Park, pier, lights, restrooms
- FM 521 River Park, pier, boat ramp, lights, restrooms
- FM 521 River Park, pier, boat ramp, lights, restrooms
- South Gulf Road
- Matagorda HarborMatagorda, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning, restrooms
- Riverbend Ramp, boat ramp, lights
- FM 2031
- St. Mary's Bayou
- Rudicells Bayou
- Beach RoadMatagorda
- Peyton Creek Boat Ramp, boat ramp
East Matagorda Bay sites: Texas General Land Office inventory. Some fees date from 2015 and 2016.
Saltwater limits on East Matagorda 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 East Matagorda Bay, TPWD Outdoor Annual 2026-27 (valid Sep. 1, 2026 through Aug. 31, 2027).
Things anglers wonder about East Matagorda Bay
Is there a pier on East Matagorda Bay?
Try LCRA Matagorda Nature Park & Pier, a pier within 14 miles, and 5 more are listed on this page.
How many places can I fish around East Matagorda Bay?
Count 14 sites within 14 miles.
Are there ramps on East Matagorda Bay?
Yes, try 5 sites, starting with Matagorda Harbor.
Do I need a license with the saltwater stamp on East Matagorda Bay?
Yes, for anyone 17 or older fishing East Matagorda Bay.
Is there a slot limit for reds on East Matagorda Bay?
On East Matagorda Bay the statewide rule applies, with 3 reds a day, 20 to 28 inches, plus one tagged oversize fish.
What towns are close to East Matagorda Bay?
Matagorda.
Where do I find a guide for East Matagorda Bay?
We have not listed a guide yet.
What county do I look under for East Matagorda Bay?
Look under Matagorda County.
What rock jetties are near East Matagorda Bay?
Colorado River Jetties (Matagorda Jetty Park), 10 miles away and Mitchell's Cut, 16 miles away.
Keep exploring the coast
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