Fishing Matagorda Bay, Texas
Piers, beaches, ramps, guides and saltwater limits around Matagorda Bay.
- 25fishing sites
- 10piers
- 13ramps
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Fishing Matagorda Bay, Texas
Matagorda Bay is part of the Matagorda Bay system.
The General Land Office lists 25 coastal sites with fishing allowed within 14 miles of the bay center, 10 with a pier and 13 with a boat ramp.
Shore and pier anglers start from Port O’Connor, Magnolia Beach, Port Lavaca and Palacios.
Jetties within reach: Port O’Connor Little Jetty (6 miles), Matagorda Ship Channel Jetties (7 miles) and Colorado River Jetties (Matagorda Jetty Park) (23 miles).
Matagorda Bay: Texas General Land Office coastal access inventory.
Where to fish Matagorda Bay from shore
Bright dots around Matagorda Bay have a pier.
- King Fisher ParkPort O'Connor, pier, lights, restrooms
- King Fisher ParkPort O'Connor, pier, lights, restrooms
- Indianola Fishing Marina, pier $5, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning, restrooms
- Indianola Fishing Marina, pier $5, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning, 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
- Magnolia Beach ParkMagnolia Beach, pier, boat ramp, restrooms
- Magnolia Beach ParkMagnolia Beach, pier, boat ramp, restrooms
- Boggy Bayou Nature ParkPort O'Connor
- Little Jetty ParkPort O'Connor
- Clark's MarinaPort O'Connor, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning, restrooms
- POC Fishing Center, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning
- 16th Street Fishing Park & Kayak LaunchPort Lavaca, lights
- Froggies Bait & Boat Ramp, boat ramp
- Indianola Park, restrooms
- Oyster Lake Road
- Olivia Haterius Park, boat ramp, lights
- Indian Point Park
- Florence's Bait Camp, boat ramp, fish cleaning
- Florence's Bait Camp, boat ramp, fish cleaning
- Jensen Point, boat ramp
- Coloma Creek
- Lookout PointPalacios
Matagorda Bay sites: Texas General Land Office inventory. Some fees date from 2015 and 2016.
Guides and charters on Matagorda Bay
- Bowed Up OutdoorsInshore, Port Lavaca, (361) 482-0336
- Back Bay Guide ServiceInshore, Port O'Connor, (361) 333-9231
- N&M Sportsman's AdventuresInshore, Port Lavaca, (210) 452-9680
- Wicked Voodoo Custom Rods & Guide ServiceInshore, Port Lavaca, (361) 746-1108
Matagorda Bay guides: operator websites and local directories, October 2026.
Bag and length limits for 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 Matagorda Bay, TPWD Outdoor Annual 2026-27 (valid Sep. 1, 2026 through Aug. 31, 2027).
Questions about fishing Matagorda Bay
Where can I fish Matagorda Bay from a pier?
King Fisher Park has a pier within 14 miles, and 9 more are listed on this page.
How many coastal fishing sites are near Matagorda Bay?
25 sites within 14 miles of the bay center.
Is there a boat ramp on Matagorda Bay?
Yes, 13 sites in the GLO inventory, including Clark's Marina.
Do I need a saltwater endorsement for Matagorda Bay?
Adults fishing Matagorda Bay need a Texas license with the saltwater endorsement.
What is the red drum limit on Matagorda Bay?
On Matagorda Bay the statewide rule applies: 3 reds a day, 20 to 28 inches, plus one tagged oversize fish.
What towns are near Matagorda Bay?
Port O'Connor, Magnolia Beach, Port Lavaca and Palacios.
Are there fishing guides on Matagorda Bay?
4 guides are listed on this page.
What county is Matagorda Bay in?
Matagorda County.
Are there jetties near Matagorda Bay?
Port O'Connor Little Jetty, 6 miles away, Matagorda Ship Channel Jetties, 7 miles away and Colorado River Jetties (Matagorda Jetty Park), 23 miles away.