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 Freeport. Right now in February, activity is low.
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Spotted Seatrout
Targeting spotted seatrout around Freeport, TX, can be incredibly rewarding. The Galveston Bay system, easily accessible from Freeport, offers extensive shallow flats, back lakes, and marshy areas that are prime habitat for these speckled beauties. Spring and fall are generally considered the best times to fish for trout here, as they move into these areas to feed and spawn. A local's trick is to focus on areas with moving water, such as cuts and channels, especially during tide changes. Live shrimp under a popping cork is a classic and effective presentation. The spotted seatrout population in this area is known for its resilience, but practicing selective harvesting and releasing larger fish will help ensure the fishery remains healthy for years to come.
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 to use for speckled trout in Freeport?
Live shrimp is a popular and effective choice for speckled trout in the Freeport area. Artificial lures like soft plastics and topwater plugs also work well, especially around dawn and dusk.
Are there size restrictions for spotted seatrout in Texas?
Yes, Texas has a slot limit for spotted seatrout. You can only keep trout between 15 and 25 inches in length. Any shorter or longer must be released.
What's the daily bag limit for speckled trout near Freeport?
In Texas, you're allowed to keep up to 5 spotted seatrout per day, as long as they fall within the legal size limit.
Do I need a special license to target speckled trout in Freeport's saltwater?
Yes, you'll need a valid Texas Saltwater Fishing License to legally fish for speckled trout and other saltwater species in Freeport.
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