Fishing Lower Laguna Madre, Texas
Shore access, ramps and guides on Lower Laguna Madre.
- 12fishing sites
- 8piers
- 5ramps
Photo, regional stand in for Lower Laguna Madre: mr_t_77 from WV, USA, CC BY-SA 2.0
Fishing Lower Laguna Madre, Texas
Lower Laguna Madre sits within the Laguna Madre.
GLO records show 12 coastal sites for fishing inside 14 miles, including 8 with piers and 5 with boat ramps.
Most shore access starts in Port Mansfield.
Jetties within reach: Port Mansfield Channel Jetties (12 miles).
Lower Laguna Madre: Texas General Land Office coastal access inventory.
Piers and beaches on Lower Laguna Madre
Bright points near Lower Laguna Madre are piers.
- Adolph Thomae Jr County Park, pier, boat ramp, lights, restrooms
- Adolph Thomae Jr County Park, pier, boat ramp, lights, restrooms
- Laguna Port Recreation AreaPort Mansfield, pier, lights, restrooms
- Laguna Port Recreation AreaPort Mansfield, pier, lights, restrooms
- Honey Hickman Public Fishing DockPort Mansfield, pier, lights, fish cleaning
- Honey Hickman Public Fishing DockPort Mansfield, pier, lights, fish cleaning
- Fred Stone ParkPort Mansfield, pier, lights, restrooms
- Fred Stone ParkPort Mansfield, pier, lights, restrooms
- Southern Small Ramp Boat LaunchPort Mansfield, boat ramp
- Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge, restrooms
- South Boat RampPort Mansfield, boat ramp, lights
- Sporting Adventures Bait & TacklePort Mansfield, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning, restrooms
Lower Laguna Madre sites: Texas General Land Office inventory. Some fees date from 2015 and 2016.
Charter captains for Lower Laguna Madre
- Get A Way Adventures LodgeInshore, Port Mansfield, (956) 944-4000
- Lil Spoon Guide ServiceInshore, Port Mansfield, (713) 817-6244
- Rooster ChartersInshore, Port Mansfield, (956) 944-2150
Lower Laguna Madre guides: operator websites and local directories, October 2026.
Size and bag rules on Lower Laguna Madre
| 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 Lower Laguna Madre, TPWD Outdoor Annual 2026-27 (valid Sep. 1, 2026 through Aug. 31, 2027).
Asked often about Lower Laguna Madre
What pier is closest to Lower Laguna Madre?
The GLO lists Adolph Thomae Jr County Park within 14 miles, and 7 more are listed on this page.
Is there much coastal access near Lower Laguna Madre?
You will find 12 sites within 14 miles.
Does Lower Laguna Madre have a public boat ramp?
Yes, 5 sites in the GLO inventory, including Adolph Thomae Jr County Park.
Is the saltwater endorsement required on Lower Laguna Madre?
Anyone 17 or over on Lower Laguna Madre needs a Texas license plus the saltwater endorsement.
How many reds can I keep on Lower Laguna Madre?
The statewide limit holds on Lower Laguna Madre: 3 reds from 20 to 28 inches, plus a tagged oversize fish.
Where can I stay near Lower Laguna Madre?
Port Mansfield.
Can I book a guide on Lower Laguna Madre?
We list 3 guides for this bay.
Which county does Lower Laguna Madre fall under?
Cameron County.
Are there jetties near Lower Laguna Madre?
Port Mansfield Channel Jetties, 12 miles away.
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