Texas Gulf Coast fishing report for the week of October 22, 2026. Fall fronts are cooling the bays and the bull red run continues at the jetties.
What’s Hitting
Bull reds are at the jetties and passes, speckled trout are on the shorelines and grass flats, and the flounder run is ramping up. Black drum are around the reefs and sheepshead are on the pilings.
Looking ahead, flounder numbers should peak toward November, and each front can trigger another push of fish.
Where to Find Them
Fish the jetties at Port Aransas and Port O’Connor on the outgoing tide for bull reds. Work the shorelines of Aransas Bay and Matagorda Bay for trout, and the channel edges for flounder.
Tides & Conditions
With the moon building toward full, tides are strengthening. Moving water at the jetties is best. A passing front can change conditions quickly, so check a current tide chart and wind forecast.
Tackle & Tactics
Cut mullet and live finger mullet for bull reds, live shrimp under a cork for trout, and a mud minnow on a Carolina rig for flounder.
Fish the jetties with enough weight to hold bottom, and keep a landing net handy.
Local Intel This Week
Public access includes Roberts Point Park at Port Aransas, Rockport Beach Park and Cole Park in Corpus Christi. Check current Texas regulations and seasons before keeping any fish.
This Week’s Tip
Wait for the front. The day after a cold front passes, fishing often turns on.
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