Somerset, TX Fishing Trip — August
Your Somerset, TX Fishing Trip
August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 96°F / Low 77°F1.4" rain · 6 rainy daysHot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.
What’s Biting in August
5 species
GoodHybrid Striped Bass
Various
GoodBlue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
GoodWhite Bass
Various
GoodBluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
FairLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
August Weather in Somerset
96°F
Avg High
77°F
Avg Low
1.4"
Rainfall
6
Rainy Days
Hot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.
12 Guides Near Somerset
No guides are based in Somerset, 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
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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
Hybrid Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:18-inch minimum
Only two hybrid striped bass 20 inches or greater may be retained.
Blue Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Only one blue catfish 30 inches or greater may be retained per day.
White Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:25 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Bluegill
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit