Fishing Redfish Bay, Texas
Piers, beaches, ramps, guides and saltwater limits around Redfish Bay.
- 60fishing sites
- 36piers
- 17ramps
Photo, regional stand in for Redfish Bay: mr_t_77 from WV, USA, CC BY-SA 2.0
Fishing Redfish Bay, Texas
Redfish Bay is part of the Corpus Christi Bay system.
The General Land Office lists 60 coastal sites with fishing allowed within 14 miles of the bay center, 36 with a pier and 17 with a boat ramp.
Shore and pier anglers start from Port Aransas, Rockport, Aransas Pass and Fulton.
Jetties within reach: Port Aransas South Jetty (Horace Caldwell area) (6 miles) and Packery Channel Jetties (20 miles).
Redfish Bay: Texas General Land Office coastal access inventory.
Where to fish Redfish Bay from shore
Bright dots around Redfish Bay have a pier.
- Conn Brown's Harbor Point ParkAransas Pass, pier, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning, restrooms
- Conn Brown's Harbor Point ParkAransas Pass, pier, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning, restrooms
- Fin & Feather Marina, pier $2, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning, restrooms
- Fin & Feather Marina, pier $2, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning, restrooms
- Ransom Road ParkAransas Pass, pier, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning, restrooms
- Ransom Road ParkAransas Pass, pier, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning, restrooms
- South Bay Marina & Offshore Adventures, pier $3, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning, restrooms
- South Bay Marina & Offshore Adventures, pier $3, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning, restrooms
- Charlie's Pasture Fishing PierPort Aransas, pier, lights, restrooms
- Charlie's Pasture Fishing PierPort Aransas, pier, lights, restrooms
- Roberts Point ParkPort Aransas, pier, lights, fish cleaning, restrooms
- Roberts Point ParkPort Aransas, pier, lights, fish cleaning, restrooms
- Ancel Brundrett Fishing PierPort Aransas, pier, lights, restrooms
- Ancel Brundrett Fishing PierPort Aransas, pier, lights, restrooms
- Lantana DrivePort Aransas, pier $2, lights, restrooms
- Lantana DrivePort Aransas, pier $2, lights, restrooms
- I. B. Magee County ParkPort Aransas, pier $2, lights, restrooms
- I. B. Magee County ParkPort Aransas, pier $2, lights, restrooms
- Horace Caldwell PierPort Aransas, pier $2, lights, restrooms
- Horace Caldwell PierPort Aransas, pier $2, lights, restrooms
- Cove ParkIngleside, pier, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning
- Cove ParkIngleside, pier, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning
- Navigation District Fishing PierRockport, pier, lights
- Navigation District Fishing PierRockport, pier, lights
- Aransas County Navigation District BeachRockport, pier, lights
- Aransas County Navigation District BeachRockport, pier, lights
- Rockport BeachRockport, pier, lights
- Rockport BeachRockport, pier, lights
- Rockport Beach ParkRockport, pier, boat ramp, lights, restrooms
- Rockport Beach ParkRockport, pier, boat ramp, lights, restrooms
Redfish Bay sites: Texas General Land Office inventory. Some fees date from 2015 and 2016.
Guides and charters on Redfish Bay
- Fisherman's Wharf (Port Aransas)Party boat, Port Aransas, (361) 749-5448
- Deep Sea HeadquartersParty boat, Port Aransas, (361) 749-5597
- Bill Busters FishingOffshore, Port Aransas, (361) 749-5223
- Barnard's Fishing & Duck Hunting Guide ServiceInshore, Rockport, (361) 510-6655
- Bart Payne's Fishing & Hunting Guide CoInshore, Rockport, (361) 729-0752
- Rockport Fishing GuideInshore, Rockport, (361) 205-2480
- A Fishing Fantasy Guide & OutfittersInshore, Aransas Pass, (361) 438-1866
- Pirates Of Bay ChartersInshore, Rockport, (361) 790-8888
- Rockport Kayak Guide ServicesInshore, Rockport, (361) 727-9966
- above and beyond guide serviceInshore, Rockport, (361) 205-4904
- Saltitude OutfittersInshore, Rockport, (361) 205-9833
- Graham Slam Fishing ChartersInshore, Rockport, (361) 877-7849
- Coastal Guide ServiceInshore, Rockport, (361) 729-9866
- Shallow Water Guide ServiceInshore, Rockport, (361) 729-9265
- Odom Lowell & DeedeeInshore, Rockport, (361) 729-5564
- Copano Cast n CallInshore, Rockport, (361) 205-9443
- Gold Spoon Charters IncInshore, Rockport, (361) 727-9178
- Sea Biskit ChartersInshore, Rockport, (361) 510-5428
- Web Foot Guide ServiceInshore, Rockport, (361) 790-8354
- Tooth and Scale Guide ServiceInshore, Rockport, (361) 205-2220
- Slick's Guide ServiceInshore, Rockport, (361) 386-0569
- Captain Experiences – Rockport Fishing ChartersInshore, Rockport, (833) 227-8246
- Charters RedfishInshore, Rockport, (361) 729-8220
- Tinnerman Guide ServiceInshore, Aransas Pass, (361) 779-0979
Redfish Bay guides: operator websites and local directories, October 2026.
Bag and length limits for Redfish 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 Redfish Bay, TPWD Outdoor Annual 2026-27 (valid Sep. 1, 2026 through Aug. 31, 2027).
Questions about fishing Redfish Bay
Where can I fish Redfish Bay from a pier?
Conn Brown's Harbor Point Park has a pier within 14 miles, and 35 more are listed on this page.
How many coastal fishing sites are near Redfish Bay?
60 sites within 14 miles of the bay center.
Is there a boat ramp on Redfish Bay?
Yes, 17 sites in the GLO inventory, including Conn Brown's Harbor Point Park.
Do I need a saltwater endorsement for Redfish Bay?
Yes, for anyone 17 or older fishing Redfish Bay.
What is the red drum limit on Redfish Bay?
Three red drum a day on Redfish Bay, 20 to 28 inches; one over 28 inches needs a tag.
What towns are near Redfish Bay?
Port Aransas, Rockport, Aransas Pass, Fulton and Ingleside.
Are there fishing guides on Redfish Bay?
62 guides are listed on this page.
What county is Redfish Bay in?
Nueces County.
Are there jetties near Redfish Bay?
Port Aransas South Jetty (Horace Caldwell area), 6 miles away and Packery Channel Jetties, 20 miles away.
More of the Texas coast
Bays north and south of Redfish Bay have pages too.