January, redfish are the most prevalent with trout bringing up second. March, the reds start to slow down and the trout start to take the lead, along with flounder. May, the tarpon start to show up along with the trout and reds getting even more prolific, and as well the flounder. The reds are trailing on a regular basis, feeding on small crabs and shrimp in six to eight inches of water. |
July, the end of the month the reds are back in full swing again and starting to school up as the water heats us and the trout hunt for the cooler waters of the Gulf. September, is a great month for mot all the species including tarpon. As they start their trek back south for the winter. October, is probably the best month for Tarpon, as well as redfish, mango snapper, snoo, flounder, and a few other species we will catch arount the jetties at this time of the year. |
November, is a Fishing Guides favorite month. It's very comfortable weather wise and some fine fishing. The water starts to cool down and everything seems to be happier. December, can be one of the best months as well, except for the occasional cool front that come through. It can make the fishing Fabulous or shut it down. |
We can provide you with lists including contact information for Bait and Tackle stores, guides, and boats. Party boats for bay and deep sea run daily weather permitting. Many guides furnish bait, tackle, and boat. The all day party boats usually have tackle and bait plus an A/C cabin, food, and drink. Some even have lower prices for the non-fisherperson.
Gorden's Bait and Tackle is near the park and the local gathering place for fisherman who visit all these locations. A good spot for the most current best fish spots, live and frozen bait, and tackle plus coffee, drinks, and food for you fishing trip. You can call 956-831-4853 and ask for Gary Williams or other who can answere your questions.
| Resident | Non-Resident |
| Fresh Water Fishing License: $28 | Fresh Water Fishing: $55 |
| Salt Water Fishing License: $33 | Salt Water Fishing License: $60 |
| All Water Fishing License: $38 | All Water Fishing License: $65 |
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Port
Isabel/South Padre Island Guides Association P.O. BOX 3858 SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, TX. 78597 |
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| Get a list of guides with boats, telephone numbers, their web sites, weather, tides, and lots more by clicking the logo. | ||
Mexico Fishing Information
| Fishing License | Boat Permit |
| One week ........................... $55.00 | Boat under 23' ......................$32.55 |
| One month .......................... $60.00 | 23' to 29' 11" ....................... $65.10 |
| One year ............................. $65.00 | 30' or longer ........................ $97.65 |
It is necessary to hold a valid boat permit and personal fishing licenses for everybody aboard the boat to operate a boat that carries fishing equipment in Mexican waters.
Fresh water fishing in Mexico is great. Lake Guerrero, Mexico is just over two hours into Mexico from Brownsville. It is an easy drive.
Package fishing trips to Lake Guerrero that can include license, transportation, lodging, food, and more are available. Don Turner's Hacienda Don Quixote WWW.VIPHUNTS.COM or 800-844-1036 can answer question and take care of you and your party for multiple day trips.
Contact the Mexican Oficina de Pesca to confirm the above and answere any questions.
Phone 619-233-4324 Fax 619-233-0344
Rio RV Park
8801 Boca Chica Blvd.
Brownsville, TX 78521
Phone: 956-831-4653 or 866/279-17 75
Fax: 956-831-0147