Howdy folks, Artificial Lure here with your Saturday morning Gulf of Mexico, Texas fishing report for May 31, 2025.

Sunrise hit at 6:21 AM and we'll see sunset around 8:16 PM, giving y’all a solid 13 hours and change of daylight to get lines wet. Tides are running with a morning low at 6:57 AM and a solid high coming up at 4:47 PM—expect near a 2 ft swing, so there’s plenty of water moving to trigger those predatory strikes. With a high tidal coefficient hovering in the high 80s, expect stronger currents, especially by midday, which means active fish and more bites for those working the right zones.

Weather-wise, we’re looking at good conditions with the water temp sitting pretty around 75 to 80 degrees. Winds are light out of the southeast, with clearer water showing on the west side of the bays—excellent conditions for both wade and boat anglers. According to Captain Shane Rilat at North Jetty Bait Camp, this weekend brings a mix of clouds and sun, but that’s only made the bite hotter for species like speckled trout, redfish, black drum, as well as some sand trout and gafftop. Sheepshead are still holding tight around piers and structure.

This week, the redfish bite has been nothing short of excellent, especially along the flats and marsh drains—live shrimp and finger mullet are still king for bait, but for those tossing artificials, soft plastics like GULP! shrimp, Down South Lures, Bass Assassins, and MirrOlure Lil’ Johns have all been producing great numbers. Over in East Galveston Bay, the clarity is average, but west of Yates things are even better. The surf is starting to turn on as well, and with the bay temperatures on the rise, don’t sleep on the first and second guts for bigger trout and reds, especially when winds lay down.

Trout are stacking up in deeper water along grass lines and channel edges. Reports out of places like Redfish Bay and the West end of Matagorda say soft plastics and topwaters early, then switch to live shrimp as the sun climbs. For those after bull reds and sheepshead, the south jetties and main bay structures are holding solid numbers—try cut mullet, ballyhoo, or shrimp.

If you're looking for hotspots, put your sights on:

- The Texas City Dike for easy shoreline access and mixed-bag action
- The east end of East Matagorda Bay near Brown Cedar Flats for trophy trout on high tides
- The surf anywhere from Galveston down to Surfside—especially at first light

Remember, the tides are moving big today, so position yourself where water funnels through pinch-points and drains. Fish are foraging hard.

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This is Artificial Lure bringing you your Gulf Coast Texas fishing report for Friday, May 30, 2025.

Weather’s shaping up real fine for the weekend after a string of breezy days. We’ve got mostly sunny skies lined up, with water temps in the 80–83 degree range from Galveston down to the Lower Laguna. Sunrise hit at 6:20 this morning and you’ve got until 8:13 this evening to get your lines wet. Tidal action’s in your favor: the high tide rolled in around 8:44 AM at Galveston at about 2.5 feet, so look for that water movement to turn on the bite, especially as it swings back out late afternoon according to Tide-Forecast.com.

Fish activity has been good and steady. On the saltwater side, the Galveston jetties have been a hotbed for bull redfish, slot reds, and sharks, with plenty of keeper black drum mixed in. Texas City’s been producing solid speckled trout and more reds, with sand trout, croaker, and the odd gafftop rounding things out. Sheepshead are still thick around structures and piers, with some brutes caught on fiddler crabs or shrimp recently. According to the Texas Parks and Wildlife weekly report, live shrimp and finger mullet have been hands-down the top baits this week, but soft plastics in white or chartreuse are also knocking ‘em dead for the artificials crowd.

Wade anglers have found success along the Texas City levee and from the dike—just be ready for a crowd this holiday weekend. For those venturing further south or west, the back lakes and marsh drains should still be holding redfish, especially along grass lines early with topwaters or paddle tails. The sheepshead bite, as reported by Captain Experiences, has been “on fire” around hard structures all week.

If you’re heading offshore, remember that federal waters off Texas are closed to shrimping until mid-July, per NOAA, which means more food in the water and inshore predators on the prowl for an easy meal. That’s good news for those tossing cut bait for bull reds or working jigs for trout.

A couple of hot spots to consider:
- Galveston’s South Jetty for a mixed bag of reds, trout, and sharks.
- Texas City Dike for shore and wade fishing action, with specks and reds biting early and late.
- For structure-oriented folks, the Houston Ship Channel edges and piers are stacked with sheepshead and the occasional flounder.

Best lures this week have been soft plastics like Down South Lures or Gulp! shrimp in chartreuse or glow, while live shrimp or finger mullet are the ticket for bait anglers.

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Howdy there, anglers! This is Artificial Lure with your Gulf Coast fishing report for May 28, 2025.

Let me tell you, we've been dealing with some persistent winds lately, but today's looking a bit more promising. Water clarity in East Galveston Bay has been average at best, stirred up from those frontal systems we had earlier this month. Don't let that discourage you though - the fish don't seem to mind one bit!

Sunrise today was at 6:22 AM, and we'll see the sun dip down around 8:15 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to hook into something special. Tides are running about normal for late May, with a nice incoming tide through mid-morning that should push some fresh recruits onto the flats.

The speckled trout bite has been phenomenal across the entire coast. They're stacked up on shell reefs and along shorelines in 2-3 feet of water. Early morning topwater action has been steady, so tie on your favorite popping cork if you're hitting the water at first light. As the day warms up, switch to Bass Assassins or live shrimp under a cork, especially along the edges of reefs.

Redfish action has been hot in the back lakes with these higher tides we've been having. They're prowling the marsh edges and shorelines, and the bite's been consistent all day long. For reds, I'd recommend using those Texas custom corkies or mirror softs along the sand and grass lines.

Flounder numbers have been impressive in the bayous and guts on the South Shore of West Bay. They've been pulling up shallow at night, so early morning wading with Gulps has been the ticket. I've heard of several doormat-sized flatties being caught this week.

For you offshore folks, remember that red snapper season is open year-round in state waters with a daily limit of 4 per person (15-inch minimum). The Gulf waters have been calming down compared to earlier this month, making it easier to get out there.

Hot spots this week: Allen's Bite and Super Flat have been holding quality fish, with reports of trout up to 5 pounds. Also check out Shadrock Cove and Corpus Christi Bay, where the incoming channels are pumping fresh water into the bay systems. Port O'Connor continues to shine for trout, with those back lakes really coming alive with the higher tides.

For you Rockport anglers, try tossing those Texas custom corkies along the sand and grass for some impressive results. The reefs in Aransas Bay have been productive as well.

Remember to stay hydrated out there - it's getting warm, folks! This is Artificial Lure, tight lines and good fishing to ya!

Good morning from the Texas Gulf Coast, this is Artificial Lure with your Memorial Day fishing report for Monday, May 26, 2025.

Today, we’re looking at classic late-spring Gulf conditions. Sunrise was at 6:23 am and sunset will be at 8:14 pm, so you’ve got long daylight hours to work with. The weather is mostly sunny with some light cloud cover early, and the wind’s been a big story—expect breezes out of the southeast continuing through the day, but they should lay down a bit by evening. Water temps are sitting in the mid to upper 70s to low 80s across our bays and nearshore Gulf waters, and water clarity is improving after last week’s blow, though it’s still on the murky side in some spots[1][2][3].

Tide-wise, we’re shifting from two to three tide days, meaning fishing activity should pick up as bait moves more predictably. Look for your best bites on moving water, especially around the higher morning tides and again on the evening fall[1].

Trout fishing has been hot, especially around the shell and grass flats in East Galveston Bay and lower Redfish Bay. Anglers have been wading or drifting and catching limits of specks, many in the 17-22 inch range. Soft plastics in light colors and purple haze have been solid, and popping corks with artificial shrimp or live shrimp accounted for 70 percent of recent hookups. The topwater bite is happening early and late, so tie on your favorite walking bait for the sunrise or after supper[1][2][3][4].

Redfish are good along the deeper grass edges and on current-washed points. Live shrimp and finger mullet continue to outfish artificial baits for reds. Slot reds, along with a few oversize, are coming from the Texas City Dike and along the levee for waders. Black drum and sheepshead are still around structure and piers[1][4].

Flounder are staging up in the guts and marsh drains as the tides move in and out. Early mornings and late evenings are best, with Gulp! baits and mud minnows being your best bets. Catfish are on fire in the bulkheads and shallow current zones, while crappie are sticking to structure and biting minnows when you can get a presentation right in front of their noses[1].

A couple of hot spots to hit today:

- East Galveston Bay shell flats for trout and reds; try the south shoreline and look for bait movement on the surface[2][3].
- Texas City Dike and North Jetty for everything from trout to redfish, plus drum and sheepshead around the rocks and pilings[1].

Overall, the bite is strong across the region, with great numbers of speckled trout, solid redfish, and a good mixed bag of black drum, sheepshead, and the occasional flounder[1][2][3][4]. Live shrimp, finger mullet, and soft plastics under popping corks are the top producers, but don’t sleep on your topwaters at dawn.

Watch for increased boat traffic with the Memorial Day crowd, be safe, and honor our heroes out there. Tight lines y’all!

Howdy, folks! Artificial Lure here with your Texas Gulf Coast fishing report for Sunday, May 25, 2025.

The weather's been giving us a bit of a break this week compared to earlier in the month. We're still seeing some wind, but nothing like the blow we had a couple weeks back when it was wind, wind, and more wind. Today we're looking at partly cloudy skies, temps in the mid-80s, and winds around 10-12 knots from the southeast. Not bad at all for a late May morning!

For those early risers, sunrise was at 6:20 AM, and you'll have until about 8:15 PM before sunset, giving you plenty of daylight to hook into something nice. Tides are running slightly above normal today, which means the east end of East Matagorda Bay around Brown Cedar Flats should be holding more fish.

Speaking of fish, the action's been heating up! Speckled trout are showing up nicely in East Galveston Bay, particularly over shell structure in 2-4 feet of water. Folks have been catching some real beauties lately - some as long as your arm in East Matagorda Bay. Remember, with those trophy-sized specks, it's smile, snap a photo, and release. Our bays are finally bouncing back after that killer freeze back in 2021.

Redfish are prowling the marsh edges, especially during the incoming tides. Look for them along the south shoreline of West Matagorda Bay where those grass beds are holding cleaner water. Interestingly enough, it's the dingy water that's been holding most of the fish.

For you offshore folks, red snapper season is open year-round in state waters with a daily limit of 4 fish at 15" minimum. Perfect time to head out if the seas cooperate!

As for what's working, topwater lures have been deadly at first light. As the sun climbs, switch to GULP! or live shrimp under a popping cork. Soft plastics like Bass Assassins, Down South Lures, Hogie's and MirrOlure Lil' Johns have also been producing well. For those redfish, try crab if you're fishing with natural bait.

Hot spots this week: Raymond Shoals on the west end of East Matagorda has been holding bigger trout on lower tides. If the wind kicks up over 15 knots, wade fishing West Matagorda Bay's south shoreline has been the ticket. For something different, Bolivar Peninsula has been firing up despite the water clarity being just average.

That's all for now, folks. This is Artificial Lure signing off - tight lines and bent rods until next time!

Howdy there, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Gulf of Mexico, Texas fishing report for this Saturday morning, May 24th, 2025.

Folks, we've been dealing with a whole heap of wind lately, and that's stirred up the water clarity some, but don't let that stop you! The fish don't seem to mind one bit. In fact, the bite's been downright fantastic despite these finicky conditions.

The trout action has been steady and consistent, especially around shell structure in 2 to 4 feet of water. Keep your eyes peeled for bait flipping on the surface – that's your signal the fish are nearby. If you don't see that action, best move on to another spot after a few casts.

For tackle, lighter jig heads are performing better – stick with 1/16 to 1/4 oz depending on wind and current. Those tails without paddles are still the ticket, with Wac Assassin's in Purple Haze proving mighty effective. Your top performer this week has been Fish Smack Popping corks with a 1-to-2-foot leader above an artificial shrimp. Give it a hard pop followed by a 5 to 8 second pause for best results.

The topwater bite's been firing too, especially during early morning and late afternoon trips. If you enjoy throwing those walking baits, now's your time to shine!

Don't overlook the surf – trout fishing there has been on fire lately. If wading with artificials is your game, get out there and make it happen!

For you Rockport anglers, Texas custom corkies and mirror softs along the sand and grass are scoring trout up to 5 pounds. We've got big tides pouring in all along the coast, bringing fresh recruits of fish from the Gulf.

Some hot spots to check out: Allen's Bite and Super Flat have been holding quality fish. Shadrock Cove and Corpus Christie Bay are producing well with all that water pushing into the shallow flats. For flounder action, try the bayous and guts on the Southshore West Bay while wading with Gulps – best action's been early morning as those flatties pull up shallow overnight.

East Galveston Bay's been consistent despite the winds. And with spring in full swing, fishing will only heat up as the water warms. So grab your family and friends and beat the crowds!

This is Artificial Lure signing off until tomorrow. Tight lines, y'all!

Artificial Lure here with your Friday morning fishing report for May 23, 2025, straight from the Texas Gulf Coast. If you’re headed out today, you’ve got some good opportunities ahead—let’s break it down.

Tides have been running higher than average lately, bringing in lots of fresh Gulf water, and that’s really lighting up the bay systems. This morning’s sunrise came around 6:24AM, and sunset will be right about 8:13PM, so you’ve got plenty of daylight to fish those changing water levels. Water temps are in the mid to upper 70s, which has everything from speckled trout to redfish feeding actively. Winds have been a little up and down with a persistent southerly push, but nothing too rough to scare off a good bite[1][2][4].

Trout action is heating up especially in East Matagorda Bay and down across the mid-coast into Rockport. Anglers are finding solid specks over shell and grass, especially around Brown Cedar Flats and open water reefs. On the flipping tide, look for trout to be sitting off the reefs and shell in four to six feet of water. Early morning topwater bites have been solid—think Spook Juniors and Skitter Walks—but as the sun climbs, switch to soft plastics like Bass Assassins, Down South Lures, and Little Johns. Live shrimp under a popping cork is the deadliest ticket if you can get your hands on some fresh bait[2][5].

Redfish are pushing up shallow in the marsh drains and grass flats, especially around Port Mansfield and the back lakes near Port O’Connor. The outgoing tide pulls shrimp and baitfish through those guts, and reds are waiting to ambush. Cut mullet, ballyhoo, and Mansfield Knockers are producing well. You’re also going to find some nice bull reds and sheepshead working the south jetties if you want to soak some bait off the rocks[4][5].

Flounder are showing up in the guts and bayous, especially early in the morning. Gulps in chartreuse or pink will get that flattie bite when you’re fishing along the south shorelines of West Bay or around the drains in the back lakes[5].

If you’re looking for some hot spots, I’d check out Brown Cedar Flats in East Matagorda Bay for trout, Super Flat near Port O’Connor, and the Port Mansfield back lakes for redfish. Don’t forget Allens Bite and Shadrock Cove if you’re working the Corpus area—those tidal currents are bringing the fish in.

Long story short, fishing is steady up and down the coast right now. Bring a few popping corks, a pocket full of plastics, and keep an eye on the moving tides. Remember—the bite’s best as that water moves, so time it right and you’re in for a good day.

Tight lines!

Howdy there, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Wednesday morning fishing report for May 21st, 2025.

Let me tell y'all, we've been dealing with some finicky weather lately along our Texas Gulf Coast, with sporadic rain showers mixed in with some dry periods. Today's looking similar with cloudy conditions and them winds giving us fits, but don't you worry - the fish are still biting!

Water temps are sitting pretty between 75-77 degrees throughout the coast, which is just right for good action. The tides are alternating between two and four tide days, so check with your local bait shop for the specifics in your area.

Speckled trout fishing has been GOOD across the board. They're hitting live shrimp under popping corks real nice, especially on them gas well flats. If you're throwing artificials, your favorite soft plastics are working well in the flats and along grass lines. Ball Tails and Junior Wigalo's have been producing consistently in deeper water.

Redfish action remains GOOD but spotty. They're holding in back bays and flats with scattered grass. Mansfield Knockers have been best in shallow flats, while cut mullet and ballyhoo are your ticket along the Eastside shoreline. Some bull reds are showing up at the south jetties too.

Black drum are steady, and if you're after them big ones, try using crab for bait. Sheepshead are hugging structures and piers, while mangrove snapper are good at the end of Brownsville Channel.

For you freshwater folks hitting the Houston area, largemouth bass are snapping on frogs, lipless crankbaits, and Texas-rigged grubs in them back lakes. The catfish bite is literally on fire on the bulkheads if you can get some fresh caught shad.

Hot spots this week: Texas City Dike has been producing daily for wade fishermen from beginning to end. Redfish Bay is showing consistent action. Port Mansfield back bays are holding good numbers of reds. South Padre gas well flats are your best bet for solid trout action.

Remember, with all this rain we've had, there's still some freshwater in the system, but visibility is improving daily. Live shrimp and finger mullet have been the best natural baits across the board.

Y'all stay safe out there, wear your kill switches, and remember to drain your boats when leaving the water to prevent them zebra mussels from spreading. This is Artificial Lure saying tight lines and bent rods till next time!

Howdy there, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Monday morning fishing report for May 19th, 2025. Let me tell y'all what's happening on our beautiful Texas Gulf Coast today.

The water's been a bit stirred up after those fronts we had last week, but don't you worry - the fish don't seem to mind one bit! We've had our fair share of north wind, but fishing has remained mighty consistent, especially around shell structure in 2 to 4 feet of water.

Weather-wise, we're looking at typical late spring conditions. Keep your eyes peeled for bait flipping on the surface - that's your sign the fish are nearby. If you don't see any action, best move on to another spot after a few casts.

For you trout enthusiasts, the bite has been on fire, particularly in East Galveston Bay and along the surf. Early morning and late afternoon have been prime time for topwater action, so if you enjoy throwing those walking baits, now's your chance to shine. The lighter jig heads are performing best - stick with 1/16 to 1/4 ounce depending on wind and current. Those tails without paddles have been outperforming the rest.

My top producer this past week? Fish Smack Popping corks with a 1-to-2-foot leader above an artificial shrimp. Give it a hard pop, wait 5 to 8 seconds, and hold on tight! For colors, that Purple Haze from Wac Assassin's out of Anahuac has been doing the trick.

Redfish have been holding steady in back bays and flats with scattered grass. There's plenty of bait flooding those back bays and little drains. For reds, Mansfield Knockers have been producing in shallow flats, while Ball Tails and Junior Wigalo's are your best bet in deeper water along grass lines.

Hot spots? You can't go wrong at Port Mansfield right now - fishing remains fair to good despite some wind. South Padre and Port Isabel are showing good action on gas well flats, with live shrimp under a popping cork being the ticket for trout. The south jetties are yielding some nice bull reds and sheepshead, while the end of Brownsville Channel has been good for mangrove snapper, trout, and black drum.

Spring is definitely here, folks, and fishing will only heat up as the water warms. So grab your family and friends and get out there before the crowds take over. Remember, the early bird gets the worm - and the fish!

This is Artificial Lure signing off until next time. Tight lines, y'all!

Howdy there, fishin' folks! Artificial Lure here with your Gulf Coast Texas fishin' report for this fine Sunday morning, May 18, 2025.

Let me tell ya, the action's been hotter than a jalapeno on a Texas summer day! Water's a bit stirred up from those fronts we had last week, but the fish don't seem to mind none. We're seein' water temps around 70-76 degrees, which is just perfect for what's bitin' right now.

The trout bite has been on fire, especially in East Galveston Bay where they're hittin' hard on shell structure in 2 to 4 feet of water. Keep your eyes peeled for bait flippin' on the surface - that's your dinner bell right there! If you don't see activity, best move on after a few casts.

For tackle, go light with your jig heads - 1/16 to 1/4 ounce dependin' on wind and current. Tails without paddles are performin' best, with Wac Assassin's in Purple Haze bringin' in consistent action. But I'll tell ya what's really been the ticket - them Fish Smack Poppin' corks with a 1-to-2-foot leader above an artificial shrimp. Give it a hard pop, wait 5 to 8 seconds, and hang on!

Early birds and sunset chasers, don't forget your topwater baits. The walkin' baits are crushin' it during those magic hours. And if you like throwin' your line in the surf, grab them artificials and get to wadin' - the trout are practically jumpin' into folks' coolers!

Over Texas City way, the Galveston jetties are good for sheepshead along the rocks with live shrimp. The beachfront surf is startin' to produce them speckled trout, and oversized black drum are still being caught at the jetties and Texas City Dike on live halved crab.

Hot spots? Y'all gotta try the surf right now - it's been on fire the last few days. For wade fishin' with artificials, hit the Texas City levee or anywhere along the dike from start to finish. Portal Connor area continues to shine for trout, and those back lakes are comin' alive with the higher tides we're seein'.

Redfish and black drum are showin' up nice in Galveston, Trinity, and East Bay. Most folks are usin' live shrimp fished on or near bottom over shell or hard bottom. If you're after them massive bull reds or big ugly drum, switch to crab.

The flounder action's been good in the bayous and guts on the Southshore West Bay while wadin' with Gulps - best action's early mornin' as those flatties pull up shallow overnight.

So grab your gear and get out there, folks! The spring bite is just gettin' warmed up, and there's plenty of fish to go around. This is Artificial Lure signin' off - tight lines and God bless Texas!