Crabbing in Port Aransas, Texas Welcome to Port Aransas, the Fishing Capital of Texas, where salt-sprayed breezes, sandy shores, and coastal waters set the stage for genuine beachside fun. Here, crabbing isn’t just a pastime; it’s a playful, hands-on family tradition. Whether you're introducing…
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Fabulous, Fun Fishing for a Cause Tournament Schedule and History The Texas Women Anglers Tournament, also known as “TWAT,” was founded in the 1980s in Port Aransas and has continued to grow ever since. This family-run tournament is women-only and has a long-standing history of incredible…
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The Tournament, the Tradition, and The Triple Crown. Nothing speaks to tradition like fishing tournaments in Port Aransas. From May to November, nearly every weekend in Port A is stacked with a fishing tournament, sometimes two. Fishing, and the evolution to big game fishing, are so deeply woven…
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A Tradition 89 Years Strong For nearly nine decades, Port Aransas has turned early July into a salt-sprayed celebration of big dreams and even bigger fish, and the Deep Sea Roundup is where it all happens. From July 10–13, the 89th edition of the Gulf Coast’s oldest fishing tournament will reel…
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The Ultimate Guide Known as the Fishing Capital of Texas, Port Aransas is a premier destination for deep sea fishing. With access to the lively waters of the Gulf, anglers can reel in a wide variety of prized species like Tuna, Marlin, Snapper, and Sailfish. Expert fishing charters cater to all…
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You don't have to leave the shore to reel in a keeper! Port Aransas is known as the “Fishing Capital of Texas,” but that doesn't mean you need a boat to join in on the fun. Several piers offer access to amazing fishing just off the banks of Port A. Get in on the action without setting up a charter…
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See The Difference You may not put much thought into the color of your sunglasses lenses, but it plays a bigger role than you may think when you're fishing on the Texas Coast. Different weather and water conditions require different lenses to see fish and objects under the water. Find the lens color…
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You filled the fish box, here's what you can do next! After a long day of fishing and catching keepers on the coast you might wonder what to do next. In Port Aransas, there are some great options for what you can do with the fish you catch. Whether you want to eat your catch for dinner or ship it…
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Discover the heart of Dolphin Docks Dolphin Docks was formed in 1977 and named after the “Dolphin” charter boat, which is still in service to this day! Before Dolphin Docks, it was called the Blue Heron Dock, where it was once a small shipyard. You can still walk out on the bulkhead where the boat…
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What are They and What Do They Mean? If you have been fortunate enough to be around the fisheries of Port Aransas during tournament season, it’s likely you’ve seen the flutter of small flags that line fishing boats as they pull in for weigh in. These flags add an element of excitement to the…
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