Surface water temperatures in East Galveston Bay near Crystal Beach, Texas are around
85 degrees. This week, we spent most of our time fishing open-water reefs throughout the bay,
Speckled Trout Fishing East Galveston Bay Reefs
Open-water reefs have been one of the most productive areas for trout this week. We’ve been using
MirrOlure suspending hard baits, soft-body swimbaits, and soft plastic tails rigged on
1/4-ounce jig heads. Light-colored artificial lures have been producing consistent bites.
Redfish Action in 5 to 8 Feet of Water
The redfish bite in East Galveston Bay has also been strong. Our fishing clients continue to
have excellent success using popping corks with a 2-foot leader. Salt & Pepper tails from
WacAttack and Deadly Dudley Terror Tails in Blue Moon have produced some hard-pulling redfish while fishing
reefs in approximately 5 to 8 feet of water.
We’ve also caught a good number of slot redfish in very shallow water. Wake baits worked
around shallow structure have been an effective way to find these fish.
Early Morning Topwater Fishing
The topwater bite continues to be good during early morning fishing trips. If you enjoy
throwing walking topwater baits, getting on the water before sunrise can provide some exciting action before
the day heats up.
Fall Fishing on the Upper Texas Coast
The summer crowds are beginning to thin out across East Galveston Bay and the Bolivar Peninsula.
On some recent days, we’ve seen only one or two other boats on East Bay. That means less fishing pressure and
more room to enjoy the water.
Now is a great time to start planning a fall or winter fishing trip to Crystal Beach, Texas.
Speckled trout, redfish, and sand trout are providing plenty of action, making this an excellent time to enjoy
some of the best inshore fishing on the Upper Texas Coast.
