Lake Bridgeport, TX Fishing Trip — August
Your Lake Bridgeport, TX Fishing Trip
August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 91°F / Low 75°F2.7" rain · 8 rainy daysHot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.
What’s Biting in August
ExcellentTarpon
Various
FairSheepshead
Various
FairFlounder
Various
August Weather in Lake Bridgeport
91°F
Avg High
75°F
Avg Low
2.7"
Rainfall
8
Rainy Days
Hot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.
12 Guides Near Lake Bridgeport
No guides are based in Lake Bridgeport, 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
Peak
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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 inshore Fishing
- 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
Tarpon
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per day
Size Limit:85-inch maximum length
Tarpon tags are required to possess a tarpon. Check TPWD website for details.
Sheepshead
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:15-inch minimum
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.