Fishing Charters in Texas
Browse fishing charters in Texas that can help you catch catfish.
Lake Tawakoni Fishing Guide Thunder Cove Guide Service
Please view the Rates for Lake Tawakoni Fishing Guide Tony Pennebaker. The premier Blue Catfish Guide on Lake Tawakoni and catches year-round.
Lake Conroe Fishing Guides
Lake Conroe fishing guides. Fishing trips for all areas of the Lake. Full day and half day fishing trips for bass, catfish, hybrid bass, crappie and bream.
Lake Tawakoni Fishing Guide / Trophy Catfishing / Whisk’ Fish’N
Lake Tawakoni Fishing Guide, James Evans puts Trophy Blue Catfish in the Net! Hire the best Blue Catfish Guide on Lake Tawakoni; James Evans.
Michael Littlejohn's Lake Tawakoni Guide Service
Official Fishing Guides on Lake Tawakoni. Tawakoni Guide Service, Lake Tawakoni's Premier and Largest Blue Catfish and Striper Guide Service. Striper Guide, Monster Trophy Catfish Guide and Crappie Guide Home of the Lake Record
Childress Creek Lake Whitney Striper Guide Service
Texas Fins Lake Whitney Striper Fishing Guide Service offers half-day trips for striped bass, hybrid striper, and catfish for two anglers.
North Texas Catfish Guide Service
Catfish guide service for blue catfish, channel catfish and flathead catfish on North Texas area lakes.
Lake Conroe Fishing Guide - Junior's Guide Service- Charter
Expert Catfish Guide Service on Lake Conroe offering unforgettable fishing trips. Contact us for your next adventure!
San Antonio Fishing Charters
San Antonio Fishing Charters offers San Antonio Guided Fishing Boat Charters and Fishing Trip Guides for Reds, Catfish & Stripers Texas (TX).
Affordable Guide Service
The most affordable guided fishing trips with Captain Alex Cruz at Braunig Lake or Calaveras Lake near San Antonio, Texas. Fishing charters 7 days a week year round. We specialize in catching redfish, hybrid strypers,and catfish. We provide all equipment including live bate. Two trips daily. Fishing made fun!
Best Time to Catch Catfish
Catfish can be caught year-round in Austin. Right now in February, activity is low.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Catfish
Austin provides ample opportunities to tangle with catfish, with the Colorado River and its impoundments holding healthy populations of channel, blue, and flathead catfish. The warmer months are ideal, especially from late spring through summer, when catfish are actively feeding. For channel catfish, try using stinkbaits or cut bait near the bottom in areas with current. Blue catfish often prefer deeper water and can be caught using larger cut bait or live bait. For flatheads, focus on structure like fallen trees or rock piles, using live bait such as sunfish or perch. A good access point is the Emma Long Metropolitan Park on Lake Austin. Be aware of strong currents, especially below dams. Local anglers often use drift fishing techniques in the main river channel. Austin catfish can reach impressive sizes, so be prepared for a good fight!
How to Catch Catfish
Catfish Fishing Regulations in Texas
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
25 per day (combined)
Size Limit
No size limit
License Required
Freshwater fishing license
For blue and channel catfish, only one can be 30 inches or greater in length. There are special regulations for certain water bodies, so consult the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department regulations.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Texas state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the limit on Catfish I can keep in Austin?
You can keep a combined total of 25 Catfish per day in Texas. There are no specific limits per species within that total.
Are there any size restrictions for Catfish in Texas lakes around Austin?
There is no minimum size limit for Catfish in Texas.
Do I need a special license to fish for Catfish in freshwater near Austin?
You need a valid Texas freshwater fishing license to legally fish for Catfish in Texas.
Can I fish for Catfish year-round in the Austin area?
Yes, the Catfish season is open year-round in Texas.
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