Fishing Charters in Texas
Browse fishing charters in Texas that can help you catch spotted seatrout.
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 Seatrout
Spotted Seatrout can be caught year-round in Brownsville. Right now in February, activity is low.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Spotted Seatrout
Chasing spotted seatrout in the waters surrounding Brownsville requires understanding the Lower Laguna Madre's unique ecosystem. This hyper-saline bay system supports a healthy seatrout population, and anglers can find success throughout the year, though spring and fall are often considered prime times. Focus your efforts on areas with seagrass beds, potholes, and spoil islands, as these provide ambush points for trout. Topwater lures, soft plastics, and live shrimp under a popping cork are all effective presentations. Local seatrout can be wary, so use fluorocarbon leaders and make long casts. Pay attention to the wind direction and tide, as these factors can influence where the trout are feeding. Access to the Lower Laguna Madre is available through several boat ramps along Highway 48. Wade fishing can also be productive in some areas, but be cautious of stingrays.
How to Catch Spotted Seatrout
Spotted Seatrout 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 spotted seatrout may exceed 25 inches.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Texas state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best bait for spotted seatrout in Brownsville, Texas?
Spotted seatrout in the Brownsville area readily take live shrimp, but artificial lures like soft plastics and topwater plugs can also be very effective.
Is there a size limit for spotted seatrout I catch near Brownsville?
Yes, Texas has a slot limit for spotted seatrout. You can only keep fish between 15 and 25 inches in length.
How many spotted seatrout can I keep per day in Texas?
The bag limit for spotted seatrout in Texas is 5 fish per day.
Do I need a license to fish for spotted seatrout in Brownsville's saltwater?
Yes, you need a valid Texas saltwater fishing license to legally fish for spotted seatrout and other saltwater species in the Brownsville area.
Can I fish for spotted seatrout year-round in Texas?
Yes, the season for spotted seatrout is open year-round in Texas.
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