Fishing Lavaca Bay, Texas
Piers, beaches, ramps, guides and saltwater limits around Lavaca Bay.
- 33fishing sites
- 20piers
- 25ramps
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Fishing Lavaca Bay, Texas
Lavaca Bay is part of the Matagorda Bay system.
The General Land Office lists 33 coastal sites with fishing allowed within 14 miles of the bay center, 20 with a pier and 25 with a boat ramp.
Shore and pier anglers start from Port Lavaca, Point Comfort, Magnolia Beach and Lolita.
Jetties within reach: Port O’Connor Little Jetty (18 miles) and Matagorda Ship Channel Jetties (22 miles).
Lavaca Bay: Texas General Land Office coastal access inventory.
Where to fish Lavaca Bay from shore
Bright dots around Lavaca Bay have a pier.
- Lighthouse Beach & R.V. ParkPort Lavaca, pier, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning, restrooms
- Lighthouse Beach & R.V. ParkPort Lavaca, pier, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning, restrooms
- Port Lavaca Bayfront Peninsula ParkPort Lavaca, pier, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning, restrooms
- Port Lavaca Bayfront Peninsula ParkPort Lavaca, pier, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning, restrooms
- Point Comfort City ParkPoint Comfort, pier, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning, restrooms
- Point Comfort City ParkPoint Comfort, pier, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning, restrooms
- Alamo BeachPort Lavaca, pier, boat ramp
- Alamo BeachPort Lavaca, pier, boat ramp
- Little Chocolate Bayou ParkPort Lavaca, pier, lights, restrooms
- Little Chocolate Bayou ParkPort Lavaca, pier, lights, restrooms
- Six Mile Park & Boat Ramp, pier, boat ramp, lights, restrooms
- Six Mile Park & Boat Ramp, pier, boat ramp, lights, restrooms
- Magnolia Beach ParkMagnolia Beach, pier, boat ramp, restrooms
- Magnolia Beach ParkMagnolia Beach, pier, boat ramp, restrooms
- Indianola Kayak Launch, pier
- Indianola Kayak Launch, pier
- Powderhorn R.V. Park, pier, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning
- Powderhorn R.V. Park, pier, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning
- Indianola Fishing Marina, pier $5, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning, restrooms
- Indianola Fishing Marina, pier $5, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning, restrooms
- Lavaca CausewayPoint Comfort
- Refuge Harbor & Boat RampPort Lavaca, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning
- Indian Point Park
- Florence's Bait Camp, boat ramp, fish cleaning
- Florence's Bait Camp, boat ramp, fish cleaning
- Olivia Haterius Park, boat ramp, lights
- Indianola Park, restrooms
- Garcitas Creek, boat ramp
- Coloma Creek
- Frel's LandingLolita, boat ramp
Lavaca Bay sites: Texas General Land Office inventory. Some fees date from 2015 and 2016.
Guides and charters on Lavaca Bay
- Bowed Up OutdoorsInshore, Port Lavaca, (361) 482-0336
- N&M Sportsman's AdventuresInshore, Port Lavaca, (210) 452-9680
- Wicked Voodoo Custom Rods & Guide ServiceInshore, Port Lavaca, (361) 746-1108
Lavaca Bay guides: operator websites and local directories, October 2026.
Bag and length limits for Lavaca 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 Lavaca Bay, TPWD Outdoor Annual 2026-27 (valid Sep. 1, 2026 through Aug. 31, 2027).
Questions about fishing Lavaca Bay
Where can I fish Lavaca Bay from a pier?
Lighthouse Beach & R.V. Park has a pier within 14 miles, and 19 more are listed on this page.
How many coastal fishing sites are near Lavaca Bay?
33 sites within 14 miles of the bay center.
Is there a boat ramp on Lavaca Bay?
Yes, 25 sites in the GLO inventory, including Lighthouse Beach & R.V. Park.
Do I need a saltwater endorsement for Lavaca Bay?
Adults fishing Lavaca Bay need a Texas license with the saltwater endorsement.
What is the red drum limit on Lavaca Bay?
Lavaca Bay follows the statewide red drum limit of 3 slot fish, 20 to 28 inches.
What towns are near Lavaca Bay?
Port Lavaca, Point Comfort, Magnolia Beach and Lolita.
Are there fishing guides on Lavaca Bay?
3 guides are listed on this page.
What county is Lavaca Bay in?
Calhoun County.
Are there jetties near Lavaca Bay?
Port O'Connor Little Jetty, 18 miles away and Matagorda Ship Channel Jetties, 22 miles away.