Fishing South Bay, Texas
Piers, beaches, ramps, guides and saltwater limits around South Bay.
- 41fishing sites
- 4piers
- 4ramps
Photo, regional stand in for South Bay: mr_t_77 from WV, USA, CC BY-SA 2.0
Fishing South Bay, Texas
South Bay is part of the Lower Laguna Madre system.
The General Land Office lists 41 coastal sites with fishing allowed within 14 miles of the bay center, 4 with a pier and 4 with a boat ramp.
Shore and pier anglers start from South Padre Island and Port Isabel.
Jetties within reach: Brazos Santiago Jetties (Isla Blanca / South Padre) (3 miles).
South Bay: Texas General Land Office coastal access inventory.
Where to fish South Bay from shore
Bright dots around South Bay have a pier.
- Pirates LandingPort Isabel, pier $2.17, lights, fish cleaning, restrooms
- Pirates LandingPort Isabel, pier $2.17, lights, fish cleaning, restrooms
- Queen Isabella CausewaySouth Padre Island, pier, lights
- Queen Isabella CausewaySouth Padre Island, pier, lights
- Isla Blanca ParkSouth Padre Island, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning, restrooms
- Boca Chica Beach
- Beach Access 1, Isla Blanca ParkSouth Padre Island, boat ramp, lights, restrooms
- Isla Blanca ParkSouth Padre Island, lights, restrooms
- Pampano ParkPort Isabel, boat ramp, lights, fish cleaning, restrooms
- Pearl – Beach Access 1South Padre Island, lights
- La CopaSouth Padre Island, lights
- Harbor Circle – Access 1South Padre Island, restrooms
- Gulf Circle – Beach Access 3South Padre Island, lights, restrooms
- Beach Circle – Beach Access 4South Padre Island, lights
- Sea Island Circle – Beach Access 5South Padre Island, lights, restrooms
- Seaside Circle – Beach Access 6South Padre Island
- Surf Circle – Beach Access 7South Padre Island
- Whitecap Circle – Beach Access # 8South Padre Island, restrooms
- Blue Water Circle- Access 9South Padre Island, restrooms
- Riviera – Beach Access 10South Padre Island
- Treasure Island Circle – Beach Access 11South Padre Island, lights, restrooms
- Daydream Circle – Beach Access 12South Padre Island
- Moonlight Circle – Beach Access 13South Padre Island
- Bougainvillaea Circle – Beach Access14South Padre Island, restrooms
- Poinsettia Circle – Beach Access 15South Padre Island
- Neptune Circle – Beach Access 16South Padre Island, restrooms
- Starlight Circle – Beach Access 17South Padre Island, restrooms
- Aquarius Circle – Beach Access 18South Padre Island
- Aurora Circle – Beach Access 19South Padre Island
- Gay Dawn Circle – Beach Access 20South Padre Island
South Bay sites: Texas General Land Office inventory. Some fees date from 2015 and 2016.
Guides and charters on South Bay
- Osprey CruisesParty boat, South Padre Island, (956) 943-6283
- Reel Madness Sport FishingOffshore, Port Isabel, (956) 299-0444
- Blast to Cast Fishing Guide ServiceInshore, South Padre Island, (956) 243-0039
- Big Mother Bay FishingInshore, South Padre Island, (956) 433-7287
- Carma ChartersInshore, Port Isabel, (956) 909-3328
- Dunkin Guide SystemsInshore, South Padre Island, (956) 873-3850
- Sweet Nellie Bay Fishing LLCInshore, South Padre Island, (956) 518-1605
- Osprey Fishing TripsInshore, South Padre Island, (956) 761-6655
- Capt. Andrew Marikos Inshore Fishing ChartersInshore, Port Isabel, (956) 434-9890
- Tip O'Texas Guide ServiceInshore, South Padre Island, (956) 243-1465
- Captain Experiences – South Padre Island Fishing ChartersInshore, South Padre Island, (833) 227-8246
- Anglers Choice Guide ServiceInshore, South Padre Island, (956) 459-0594
- Epic Charters UnlimitedInshore, Port Isabel, (956) 346-5654
- Fishing on South Padre IslandInshore, South Padre Island, (956) 299-3900
- Captain Murphy Charter ServiceInshore, South Padre Island, (956) 761-2764
- Fishing AdventuresInshore, South Padre Island, (956) 761-6301
- Coast Wise Inshore Sport FishingInshore, South Padre Island, (956) 502-0629
- Captain Gencho Jr. Guide ServiceInshore, Port Isabel, (956) 345-8299
- Gladiator II AdventuresInshore, Port Isabel, (956) 572-4204
- Absolutley Affordable Fishing Charters / Family Fun Boat Rides – CLOSEDInshore, South Padre Island, (956) 243-4981
- Austin Fishing ServiceInshore, Port Isabel, (956) 433-9119
South Bay guides: operator websites and local directories, October 2026.
Bag and length limits for South 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 South Bay, TPWD Outdoor Annual 2026-27 (valid Sep. 1, 2026 through Aug. 31, 2027).
Questions about fishing South Bay
Where can I fish South Bay from a pier?
Pirates Landing has a pier within 14 miles, and 3 more are listed on this page.
How many coastal fishing sites are near South Bay?
41 sites within 14 miles of the bay center.
Is there a boat ramp on South Bay?
Yes, 4 sites in the GLO inventory, including Isla Blanca Park.
Do I need a saltwater endorsement for South Bay?
Adults fishing South Bay need a Texas license with the saltwater endorsement.
What is the red drum limit on South Bay?
On South Bay the statewide rule applies: 3 reds a day, 20 to 28 inches, plus one tagged oversize fish.
What towns are near South Bay?
South Padre Island and Port Isabel.
Are there fishing guides on South Bay?
21 guides are listed on this page.
What county is South Bay in?
Cameron County.
Are there jetties near South Bay?
Brazos Santiago Jetties (Isla Blanca / South Padre), 3 miles away.
More of the Texas coast
Bays north and south of South Bay have pages too.