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 Lake Jackson. Right now in February, activity is low.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Spotted Seatrout
Chasing speckled trout around Lake Jackson? You're in a prime spot. The area's unique mix of saltwater and brackish estuaries, particularly around the mouths of the Brazos River and nearby creeks, provides ideal habitat. Spotted seatrout thrive in these waters, especially when the shrimp are running thick. Spring and fall are your best bets, as the trout move into shallower areas to feed. Focus your efforts around oyster beds and grassy flats – these are speckled trout magnets. A local tip: wade fishing the flats near Christmas Bay early in the morning can be incredibly productive. Also, pay close attention to water clarity; trout prefer cleaner water. Live shrimp under a popping cork is always a good starting point, but don't hesitate to switch to soft plastics mimicking local forage. Remember to adjust your depth to match the current and temperature.
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 speckled trout around Lake Jackson?
Live shrimp is a classic and effective bait for speckled trout in the Lake Jackson area. Soft plastic lures mimicking shrimp or small fish, especially under a popping cork, are also very popular.
What's the size limit for spotted seatrout in Texas?
Texas has a slot limit for spotted seatrout, also known as speckled trout. You can only keep fish that are between 15 and 25 inches in length.
What is the daily bag limit for speckled trout near Lake Jackson?
In Texas, you're allowed to keep up to 5 spotted seatrout per day, as long as they fall within the legal size range of 15-25 inches.
Do I need a license to fish for speckled trout in Lake Jackson?
Yes, you will need a valid Texas Saltwater Fishing License to legally fish for speckled trout in the waters around Lake Jackson.
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