Emory, TX Fishing Trip — December
Your Emory, TX Fishing Trip
December2 peopleFamily Trip
High 62°F / Low 44°F0.6" rain · 3 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in December
8 species
FairStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
FairCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
FairLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
FairCatfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
FairSpotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
LowBluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
LowWhite Bass
Various
LowSmallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
December Weather in Emory
62°F
Avg High
44°F
Avg Low
0.6"
Rainfall
3
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
2 in Emory + 36 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
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.
Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:25 per day
Size Limit:10-inch minimum
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.
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.