Getting You Hooked Up Is Our Business
Experience The Best Fishing Galveston Has To Offer
Since 2007, Get Hooked Charters has been hooking our guests on memories they'll never forget. From the shallows of the back bay to hundreds of miles out in the Gulf of Mexico, we have a fishing experience for everyone.
Beginner Galveston Bay Fishing Trips
A four-hour trip for beginner anglers and families with small children who want to stay close to shore, pick up a few fish, and learn techniques and spend a little relaxing time on the water.
Galveston Boat Tours
Explore the historic Galveston Bay, watch dolphins and other wildlife, or relax on a sunset cruise with our Galveston boat tours. Have a great time on the Gulf and experience the Texas coast.
Galveston Bay Fishing Charters
Join us for a day of fishing along the iconic Galveston Jetties or in the Galveston Bay targeting big bull redfish, big black drum, and other iconic species along the Texas coast.
Galveston Shark Fishing Charters
Galveston is home to a diverse array of shark species and locations to catch them. These are exciting trips packed with big eats, arm-pumping fights, and unforgettable experiences.
Galveston Close-Offshore Fishing Charters
These are great trips for anglers of all experience levels to feel the thrill of offshore fishing. These are some of our most popular trips with epic fights for great-eating fish.
Galveston Red Snapper Fishing Charters
This seasonal trip is for one of the Gulf's most coveted species, Red Snapper. We're heading around 30 miles off the Galveston coast target these species at some of our favorite spots.
Galveston Offshore Fishing
The wrecks and rigs that sit 30-60 miles off the coast of Galveston provide incredible fishing for cobia, kings, mahi, snapper, and more! These are one of our most popular offshore trips and great for all experience levels.
Galveston Deep-Sea Fishing Trips
We’re heading 70-100 miles offshore, targeting some of the most iconic deep sea species off the Galveston coast. From the beautiful Flower Gardens reef to trolling weedlines, it’s an unforgettable experience.
Galveston Tuna Fishing Charters (Overnight)
An extreme 100+ mile trip into the Gulf of Mexico with the afternoon spent trolling or deep dropping and the night spent hunting for tuna. These are epic adventures for die-hard anglers and corporate getaways.
Our Fleet
A Boat For Every Type Of Fishing
From the time you contact us until we send you home with a cooler of fish, providing an unforgettable fishing experience is our top priority. Our fleet of boats is a big part of that equation. We selected boats that are perfectly suited for navigating the unique waterways along the Galveston coast. We pride ourselves on keeping them clean, tidy, maintained, and fully rigged for your trip.
About Us
A Team Of Experienced Captains
We started Get Hooked Charters out of a love for our hometown of Galveston and a passion for fishing. Over the past few decades, our team has grown to include some of the most knowledgeable, experienced, and equally passionate captains from the Texas coast. We pride ourselves on hosting guests of all experience levels and sharing the best fishing charters the Galveston area has to offer.
Target Species
We target a mix of iconic species inshore, nearshore, and offshore.
Wahoo
Wahoo are typically found in deeper waters, often around reefs, wrecks, and offshore structures. The peak season for wahoo fishing in Galveston generally occurs during the winter months, from November to March.
Cobia
Cobia are a prized eating fish often found near floating objects such as buoys, rigs, and shrimp boats. The peak season for cobia fishing in Galveston typically occurs during the spring and summer months.
Shark
Off the coast of Galveston, anglers encounter a variety of shark species, including Blacktip, Spinner, Bonnethead, and Bull Sharks. Peak times for shark fishing can vary depending on the species and water temperature.
Red Snapper
The peak season for red snapper fishing in the Gulf of Mexico typically occurs during the summer months, usually from late May to late July. These hard-fighting and great-eating fish are one of our favorite species.
Flounder
Flounder are a fun-fighting and great eating species we commonly catch. Peak flounder fishing seasons in Galveston generally occur during the spring and fall, when water temperatures are more moderate.
Redfish
We primarily target Redfish around structure like jetties and piers. The best time to target them is during the fall months, particularly September through November, when larger "bull reds" migrate through the area.
Tuna
The peak season for catching tuna off the Galveston coast generally occurs during the summer months, typically from June to September. We have a mix of Yellowfin, Blackfin, and Skipjack Tuna.
Grouper
ff the coast of Galveston we have several species of grouper, including Red Grouper, Gag Grouper, and Black Grouper. These fish are typically found around reefs, wrecks, and artificial structures in deeper waters.
Spotted Seatrout
Spotted seatrout are one of the most prized catches on our inshore trips with excellent fights and delicious flavor. The peak season for speckled trout fishing is generally during the spring and fall.
Amberjack
Amberjack are often found around reefs, wrecks, and offshore structures. While amberjack can be caught year-round, the spring and summer months typically offer the best opportunities for catching them.
Mahi Mahi
These vibrant fish are often found near floating objects like buoys, logs, and weed lines. The peak season for mahi-mahi fishing in Galveston typically occurs during the summer months, from late spring through early fall.
