Fishing Charters in Texas
Browse fishing charters in Texas that can help you catch black crappie.
Bandolure Charters
Galveston, Texas
Book your next fishing adventure out of Galveston Texas with Bandolure Charters. We offer a range of fishing packages at different prices to fit your needs .
Moffishing Charters
Galveston, Texas
Only Chance Charters
Galveston, Texas
Learn how to get your Texas fishing license for your next adventure in Galveston. Get all the details you need for an enjoyable fishing experience.
Pelagic Passion Fishing Charters
Galveston, Texas
Fishing Charters Galveston TX - Pelagic Passion Fishing Charters Galveston Texas is a premier choice for the best deep sea fishing charters near me in Galveston. We offer offshore full and half day charters.
Tejas Salt Fishing Adventures
Galveston, Texas
Experience the best Galveston Bay fishing charters with Tejas Salt! Enjoy a fun, safe and memorable trip for you and your family. Book now!
Captain Andrew Fishing Charters
South Padre Island, Texas
Get to know more about Captain Andrew and his South Padre Island fishing charter business, Captain Andrew Fishing Charters, offering the best inshore fishing trips.
South Padre Island Charter Fishing
South Padre Island, Texas
Chachi Charters
South Padre Island, Texas
Offshore fishing with Chachi Charters in the Gulf of Mexico. Target Tuna, Mahi Mahi and more!
Down South Fishing Charters
Port Isabel, Texas
Read the latest news from Fishing Charter Captain Christopher Cole out of Laguna Madre - Willacy, TX. Posted on November 15,2023 - South Padre Island Fishing Report covers exciting experiences from Down South Fishing Charters.
Anglers Choice Guide Service
Port Isabel, Texas
Angler's Choice Guide Service offers the best South Padre Island fishing charters! Catch fish off of the jetties or explore deeper waters.. Book today!
Texas Red Fish Adventures
Harlingen, Texas
The Lower Laguna Madre is one of the finest spots to fly fish for red fish (red drum), black drum, speckled trout, flounder, tarpon, snook, sheepshead, and ladyfish.
Fools Gold Sport Fishing
Galveston, Texas
Best Time to Catch Black Crappie
Peak season: April, May, June. Also good: March, July, August, September. Right now in February, activity is fair.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Black Crappie
If you're looking for slab-sized crappie in East Texas, Tyler is a great place to start. The numerous lakes and reservoirs in the area, like Lake Tyler and Lake Palestine, offer excellent crappie habitat. These lakes are filled with standing timber, brush piles, and submerged structures that crappie love. Spring is prime time, as crappie move shallow to spawn. Focus on brush piles and creek channels in 5-10 feet of water. Another great time is fall, when they feed heavily before winter. A local tip: Lake Palestine's southern end, near the dam, often holds large concentrations of crappie. Minnows and jigs are your best bet, but don't be afraid to experiment with colors. The crappie here can be picky, and what worked yesterday might not work today. Remember to check the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department website for any specific lake regulations or creel limits.
How to Catch Black Crappie
Detailed fishing techniques coming soon for Black Crappie in Tyler.
Black Crappie Fishing Regulations in Texas
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
25 per day
Size Limit
10-inch minimum
License Required
Freshwater fishing license
In Falcon Reservoir, only 5 crappie 10 inches or greater may be retained during the months of March and April.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Texas state wildlife agency before fishing.
Related Species in Texas
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the minimum size crappie I can keep in Tyler, Texas?
In Texas, the minimum length for crappie is 10 inches. Any crappie shorter than that must be released.
How many crappie can I keep per day in Tyler, Texas?
The daily bag limit for crappie in Texas is 25 fish.
Is a fishing license required to catch crappie near Tyler, TX?
Yes, you need a valid Texas freshwater fishing license to legally fish for crappie and other species in the lakes and rivers around Tyler.
When is the best time to fish for crappie in the Tyler area?
Crappie fishing is good year-round, but the spring spawning season (March-May) is often considered the best time. The fish are typically more concentrated in shallower waters during this period.
Other Species to Fish in Tyler
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