Bay City, TX Fishing Trip — November

Your Bay City, TX Fishing Trip

November2 peopleFamily Trip
High 78°F / Low 61°F1.6" rain · 6 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in November

8 species
GrouperFair
Grouper
Various
Spotted SeatroutFair
Spotted Seatrout
Various
FlounderFair
Flounder
Various
Black DrumFair
Black Drum
Various
King MackerelLow
King Mackerel
Various
RedfishLow
Redfish
Bottom fishing · Trolling
Red SnapperLow
Red Snapper
Various
CobiaLow
Cobia
Various

November Weather in Bay City

78°F
Avg High
61°F
Avg Low
1.6"
Rainfall
6
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

6 Guides Matched

Prepare for Your Trip

Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

What to Bring

Check with your guide about gear. Here's a recommended packing list:

Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
Polarized sunglasses
Hat or visor
Weather-appropriate clothing
Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
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)
Rain jacket or windbreaker
Layered clothing (cooler offshore)
Light rain jacket
$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.

Things to Do in Bay City

Activities for your non-fishing days

Texas Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$30
Non-Resident$58
Requirements

Required for ages 17+. Freshwater and saltwater packages available. Red drum tag separate.

Buy License Online — Texas

Species Regulations

Grouper
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:4 per person, only 1 may be a gag, black, yellowfin, or scamp grouper
Size Limit:23-inch minimum for gag, black, yellowfin, or scamp grouper

Different size limits and regulations may apply to other grouper species. Check TPWD regulations for specifics.

Spotted Seatrout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:15-25 inch slot limit

No more than one spotted seatrout may exceed 25 inches.

Flounder
Season:Open Season: December 16 - October 14
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:15-inch minimum

Gigging is a popular method for catching flounder.

Black Drum
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:14-30 inch slot limit

Only one black drum over 30 inches may be retained per person per year.

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