College Station, TX Fishing Trip — January

Your College Station, TX Fishing Trip

January2 peopleFamily Trip
High 55°F / Low 38°F2.5" rain · 8 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in January

Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Spotted BassFair
Spotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
Striped BassFair
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting

January Weather in College Station

55°F
Avg High
38°F
Avg Low
2.5"
Rainfall
8
Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

14 Guides Near College Station

No guides are based in College Station, but these guides operate nearby.

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$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 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 Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear

Texas Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$30
Non-Resident$58
Requirements

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

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Species Regulations

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:14-inch minimum

Special regulations apply on some trophy bass lakes, including Lake Fork and Sam Rayburn Reservoir.

Spotted Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:14-inch minimum

Spotted bass are considered a black bass and are included in the black bass aggregate limit.

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.

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