Fishing Charters in Texas
Browse fishing charters in Texas that can help you catch spotted bass.
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 Spotted Bass
Spotted Bass can be caught year-round in Quitman. Right now in February, activity is low.
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Spotted Bass
Spotted Bass, sometimes called Kentucky Bass, are a feisty alternative to Largemouth around Quitman, Texas. While Lake Fork is famous for Largemouth, smaller lakes and rivers in the area hold healthy populations of Spotted Bass. Look for them around rocky points, submerged timber, and deeper channels. They tend to relate more to structure than Largemouth. Smaller crankbaits, jigs, and Carolina-rigged worms are effective presentations. Spring and fall are productive times, as they are less sensitive to temperature changes than largemouth. A local tip is to explore the Sabine River above Lake Fork; it offers excellent Spotted Bass fishing with less pressure. Public access points are available, but some may require navigating smaller, shallower waters. The Spotted Bass here are known for their aggressive strikes and willingness to chase lures.
How to Catch Spotted Bass
Spotted Bass Fishing Regulations in Texas
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
5 per day
Size Limit
14-inch minimum
License Required
Freshwater fishing license
Spotted bass are considered a black bass and are included in the black bass aggregate limit.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Texas state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best way to catch spotted bass in Lake Fork?
Spotted bass often relate to deeper structure than largemouth. Try fishing jigs, Carolina rigs, or crankbaits along points, humps, and ledges.
What is the daily bag limit for spotted bass in Quitman, Texas?
In Texas, the daily bag limit for spotted bass is 5 fish.
Is there a minimum size limit for spotted bass I can keep in Lake Fork?
Yes, the minimum length for spotted bass you can keep in Texas is 14 inches. Any fish shorter than that must be released immediately.
Do I need a fishing license to target spotted bass in Quitman, TX?
Yes, you'll need a valid Texas freshwater fishing license to legally fish for spotted bass in Lake Fork and other freshwater areas in the state.
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