Fishing near Galveston, TX

Galveston Bay.

Nearest public waters

Straight-line distance from Galveston. Tap a water for its spot profile.

WaterStateDistanceType
Texas Gulf Coast
Redfish and speckled trout.
TX91 micoast
Toledo Bend Reservoir
Top bass fishery (shared with TX).
LA183 mireservoir
Toledo Bend
Big bass (shared with LA).
TX183 mireservoir
Lake Travis
Largemouth bass.
TX201 milake
Lake Fork
Trophy largemouth bass.
TX245 milake
Lake Pontchartrain
Speckled trout and redfish.
LA284 milake
Grand Isle
Redfish and speckled trout.
LA289 micoast
Mississippi RiverMS311 miriver

All waters in TX

TX license & regulations

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD)

  • Resident annual: $40.00
  • Non-resident annual: $68.00
  • Source: Texas Parks and Wildlife Department — 2026 fishing license package fees (Outdoor Annual). (2026)

Full TX regulations →

Species nearby

Red DrumSpeckled TroutLargemouth BassCrappieGuadalupe BassCatfishWalleye

Local data & agency contact

For the most current stocking, regulations, and local reports, contact the state agency below.

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) · 512-389-4800 · https://tpwd.texas.gov

Distances are straight-line estimates from the city center for planning only. Confirm public access, boat launches, and local rules with the managing agency before you travel.