Port Neches, TX Fishing Trip — February

Your Port Neches, TX Fishing Trip

February2 peopleFamily Trip
High 66°F / Low 51°F4.4" rain · 8 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in February

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

February Weather in Port Neches

66°F
Avg High
51°F
Avg Low
4.4"
Rainfall
8
Rainy Days

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

7 Guides Near Port Neches

No guides are based in Port Neches, 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 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.

Buy License Online — Texas

Species Regulations

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.

Redfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day
Size Limit:20-28 inch slot limit

Only one redfish over 28 inches may be retained per person per year with a properly issued Red Drum Tag.

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.

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.

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