Athens, TX Fishing Trip — July
Your Athens, TX Fishing Trip
July2 peopleFamily Trip
High 92°F / Low 76°F1.5" rain · 7 rainy daysHot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.
What’s Biting in July
8 species
ExcellentCatfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
GoodStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
GoodBluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
GoodWhite Bass
Various
GoodLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
GoodSmallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
FairCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
FairSpotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
July Weather in Athens
92°F
Avg High
76°F
Avg Low
1.5"
Rainfall
7
Rainy Days
Hot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.
40 Guides Near Athens
No guides are based in Athens, but these guides operate nearby.
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.
What's Biting By Month
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What to Bring
Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:
Essentials
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
- Polarized sunglasses
- Hat or visor
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
Food & Personal
- Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
- Snacks or lunch
- Cooler for your catch
- Motion sickness medication (if needed)
- Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
- Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)
For freshwater / inshore Fishing
- Bug spray
- Rain gear
- Light rain jacket
Texas Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$30
Non-Resident$58
Requirements
Required for ages 17+. Freshwater and saltwater packages available. Red drum tag separate.
Species Regulations
Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:25 per day (combined)
Size Limit:No size limit
For blue and channel catfish, only one can be 30 inches or greater in length. There are special regulations for certain water bodies, so consult the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department regulations.
Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:18-inch minimum
Only two striped bass 30 inches or greater may be retained. Special regulations may apply on certain water bodies.
Bluegill
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
White Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:25 per day
Size Limit:No size limit