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Archived report. Published April 5, 2026 and superseded by a newer report.
SaltwaterTexas · Padre Island· April 5, 2026Hot bite

Surf Fishing Padre Island — Reds in the First Gut

Bull redfish feeding in the first and second guts along Padre Island National Seashore. Cut bait and fresh dead shrimp producing.

CURRENT CONDITIONS
73°F
Water temp · 7-day
Third Quarter
Moon phase
Rising tide pushing fish closer to shore
Tide / flow
Sunny, SE wind 15-20 mph, 82°F
Weather

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What's biting

Hot
Red Drum
Cut mullet on circle hooks
Hot
Whiting
Fishbites on double rigs
Active
Jack Crevalle
Large topwater plugs

What's next

Excellent surf fishing conditions this week. Wade into the first gut and cast cut bait into the second for best results. Jack crevalle are smashing bait schools at first light.

Context

Padre Island National Seashore offers 60 miles of undeveloped beach — some of the best surf fishing in America.

Synthesized from real-time NOAA buoy data, USGS stream gauges, and current reports across regional fishing blogs, captain updates, and angler forums. Check local regulations before keeping fish. Never trust a single source for a trip decision.

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