Fishing Charters in Texas
Browse fishing charters in Texas that can help you catch striped bass.
Bearded Dog Striper Fishing Guide
Gordonville, Texas
Welcome to Bearded Dog Striper Guide Service offering Lake Texoma striper fishing guides for anglers looking to have fun on the water catching quality Striped Bass
Jd Lyle Striper Guide
Catch striper year-round on Lake Texoma! Voted 'Best Striper Guide of 2019' J.D. Lyle has been guiding since 1999. Call today and find out why! 903-647-0386
Michael Littlejohn's Lake Tawakoni Guide Service
Official Fishing Guides on Lake Tawakoni. Tawakoni Guide Service, Lake Tawakoni's Premier and Largest Blue Catfish and Striper Guide Service. Striper Guide, Monster Trophy Catfish Guide and Crappie Guide Home of the Lake Record
T C Fishing Guide Service
T.C. Fishing Guide Services offers excellent fishing opportunities on Lake Belton specializing in catching Hybrid Striper and White Bass.
Ken Milam Guide Service
Charter Fishing Trips for Hybrid and Striped Bass on Lake Buchanan in Central Texas since 1981. Check out our fish pictures, striper recipes and details.
J.V. Guide Service Lake Ray Hubbard Fishing Guide
Lake Ray Hubbard Fishing Guide | White bass | Sand bass | hybrid striped bass | striped bass.
Childress Creek Lake Whitney Striper Guide Service
Texas Fins Lake Whitney Striper Fishing Guide Service offers half-day trips for striped bass, hybrid striper, and catfish for two anglers.
Barefoot Guide Service-Lake Lewisville
Licensed professional fishing guide on Lake Lewisville, Lake Ray Roberts, and Lake Texoma for crappie, white bass, and striper.
Pirate Fishing
Fishing lodge with waterfront cabins and guided hybrid striper fishing Richland Chambers Lake. Call Us Today 903 641 5905 and book your fishing or hunting event. Hog hunting and hybrid striper fishing available now.
Lake Lewisville Fishing Guide-Wes Campbell
Lake Lewisville Fishing Guide Wes Campbell loves Striper Fishing Texas and you will too! Action Packed Hybrid Striper Trips year round on Lake Lewisville!
Fishin Texoma Striper Guides
Experience unforgettable guided striper fishing trips on Lake Texoma. We offer family, corporate, and wedding party packages tailored to your needs. Book your adventure today and enjoy a fantastic time on the water with our expert guides.
CrossCreek Guide Service
Experience the exciting Lake Texoma striped bass fishing from Pottsboro, Tx With Captain Jerry Dorsey! Book today for the best Lake Texoma fishing guides available
Best Time to Catch Striped Bass
Striped Bass can be caught year-round in Houston. Right now in May, activity is high.
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Striped Bass
Houston offers a unique striped bass fishing experience, primarily in the brackish waters where the bayous meet Galveston Bay. While not as prolific as some East Coast fisheries, the opportunity to tangle with these hard-fighting fish exists. Focus your efforts during the cooler months, from late fall through early spring, when stripers move into these areas following schools of shad and mullet. Look for areas with current, like the mouths of bayous or near the Houston Ship Channel. Trolling deep-diving crankbaits or casting swimbaits that mimic local forage can be effective. A local tip: pay attention to salinity levels. Stripers prefer a slightly higher salinity than freshwater, so target areas where the water is a bit salty. Also, be aware of the heavy boat traffic, especially on weekends, and plan your trips accordingly.
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How to Catch Striped Bass
Striped Bass Fishing Regulations in Texas
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
5 per day
Size Limit
18-inch minimum
License Required
Freshwater fishing license
Only two striped bass 30 inches or greater may be retained. Special regulations may apply on certain water bodies.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Texas state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the legal size for keeping striped bass in the Houston area?
In Texas, you can only keep striped bass that are 18 inches or longer.
How many striped bass can I keep in a day near Houston?
The daily bag limit for striped bass in Texas is 5 fish.
Do I need a special license to fish for striped bass near Houston?
Yes, you'll need a valid Texas freshwater fishing license to legally fish for striped bass in freshwater areas.
Is there a closed season for striped bass fishing in Texas?
No, the striped bass season is open year-round in Texas.
What's the best bait to use for striped bass in the Houston area?
Live shad or artificial lures that mimic shad are popular and effective baits for striped bass in Texas waters.
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