Fishing Charters in Texas
Browse fishing charters in Texas that can help you catch speckled trout.
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.
Snookdude Charters
Port Mansfield, Texas
Book a Duck Hunt for Redheads and Pintail or a Fishing Charter on the Lower Laguna Madre for Trout and Redfish out of Port Masfield, Texas with Captain Ruben Garza of Snookdude Charters.
First Cast Guide Service
Port O'Connor, Texas
First Cast Guide Service runs the best fishing charter out of Port O'Connor, Texas! Fish Espiritu Santo Bay and Matagorda Bay for Drum, Sea Trout and more!
Aarons Guide Services
Corpus Christi, Texas
Aaron's Guide Service, fishing the Laguna Madre, Landcut, and Baffin Bay for Trophy Trout and Redfish. South Texas fishing at it's BEST
Coastal Water Guide Service
Rockport, Texas
Texas Gulf Coast Saltwater Fishing with Captain Larry Kelley. A Texas Saltwater Fishing guide of the Coastal Bend specializing in inshore fishing for speckled trout, redfish and drum
Vagabond Flats Fishing Charters
Corpus Christi, Texas
Corpus Christi fishing charters in Corpus Christi, Baffin Bay, Laguna Madre, Landcut, & Port Aransas. Target trophy trout and redfish.
Have Boat Will Travel Guide
Sabine Lake Fishing guides, Fish Sabine Lake, Capt. Bill Watkins, Sabine Lake fishing guide provides Sabine Lake saltwater guided fishing trips for individuals and groups for speckled trout, redfish, and flounder. Have Boat Will Travel Guide Service and Captain Bill Watkins will guide you on a fishing trip to remember.
Quality Fishing Guides
Searching for Galveston fishing guides? Quality Fishing Guides is one of the top rated guides for trout, redfish, sharks & more! Call to book today!
Frenzy Guide Service
Enjoy Galveston Bay Fishing Guide Service with a friendly Captain and fully customized trips specializing in redfish, speckled trout, and flounder.
REEL Therapy Charter Service
Reel Therapy Charter Service fishes top waters in Bahia Grande, Laguna Larga, Arroyo Colorado Cutoff, Barney M Davis Reservoir, Resaca de los Cuates, Vadia Ancha, Rio Grande, Redfish Fishing, Flounder , Sea Trout, Speckled Trout, Texas Flats Fishing, Texas redfish, Texas fish, Texas Fishing, Texas Fishing Tips
Big John's Fishing Guide
Port Isabel / South Padre Island , Texas - Red Fish - Trout - Snook - Black Drum - Flounder - Over 30 years of experience, you're guaranteed a catch of a lifetime!
Fish Finder Guide Service
Paul Braly, Laguna Madre fishing guide, Baffin Bay, Fish Finder Guide Service is based on North Padre Island near Corpus Christi Texas. We provide guided fishing trips from Rockport to the Land Cut. We target redfish, trout, and flounder on light tackle.
Best Time to Catch Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout can be caught year-round in Shady Shores. Right now in February, activity is Fair.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Speckled Trout
Speckled trout, or spotted seatrout, can be a rewarding target near Shady Shores, Texas, despite its inland location. To find them, you'll need to travel to the saltwater bays and estuaries accessible from the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Focus your efforts around areas with seagrass beds, oyster reefs, and channel edges, as these provide ideal habitat for specks to ambush prey. The fall months, particularly October and November, are renowned for speckled trout fishing as they fatten up before winter. A key to success is using lures that mimic the local baitfish, such as soft plastics on jig heads or suspending twitch baits. Many successful anglers launch from public access points around Lavon Lake and make the drive south to the coast. Be mindful of the wind, as it can quickly change conditions in the bays, and always check local fishing reports for the most up-to-date information on speckled trout activity.
How to Catch Speckled Trout
Detailed fishing techniques coming soon for Speckled Trout in Shady Shores.
Speckled Trout Fishing Regulations in Texas
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
5 per day
Size Limit
15-25 inch slot limit
License Required
Saltwater fishing license
No more than one speckled trout may be longer than 25 inches.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Texas state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of year to fish for Speckled Trout around Shady Shores?
Speckled trout fishing in the Shady Shores area is productive year-round, but the fall and spring months often offer the best action as trout move into shallower waters to feed. Look for them around dawn and dusk.
What's the bag and size limit for Speckled Trout in Texas?
In Texas, you can keep 5 Speckled Trout per day, but they must fall within the 15-25 inch slot limit. Any fish outside this range must be released.
What are some effective lures or baits for Speckled Trout near Shady Shores?
Soft plastic lures like paddle tails and shrimp imitations are popular choices. Live shrimp under a popping cork can also be very effective. Focus on areas with seagrass beds and oyster reefs.
Do I need a saltwater fishing license to target Speckled Trout in Shady Shores?
Yes, a valid Texas saltwater fishing license is required to legally fish for Speckled Trout in the saltwater areas near Shady Shores.
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