Gulf Coast Fishing Report: Trout, Reds & Flounder Bite Strong Amidst Winds

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! This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.