Valley View, TX Fishing Trip — January

Your Valley View, TX Fishing Trip

January2 peopleFamily Trip
High 49°F / Low 31°F2.2" rain · 6 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in January

Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Flathead CatfishFair
Flathead Catfish
Various
Spotted BassFair
Spotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
CarpFair
Carp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing

January Weather in Valley View

49°F
Avg High
31°F
Avg Low
2.2"
Rainfall
6
Rainy Days

Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

34 Guides Near Valley View

No guides are based in Valley View, 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.

Flathead Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:18-inch minimum

For catfish, only 1 may be 30 inches or greater in length.

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.

Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Carp are considered a rough fish in Texas, and there are no restrictions on harvest.

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