Wills Point, TX Fishing Trip — May

Your Wills Point, TX Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 81°F / Low 65°F4.8" rain · 11 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in May

8 species
King MackerelExcellent
King Mackerel
Various
RedfishExcellent
Redfish
Bottom fishing · Trolling
GrouperExcellent
Grouper
Various
Black DrumExcellent
Black Drum
Various
Red SnapperExcellent
Red Snapper
Various
CobiaExcellent
Cobia
Various
Spotted SeatroutExcellent
Spotted Seatrout
Various
FlounderExcellent
Flounder
Various

May Weather in Wills Point

81°F
Avg High
65°F
Avg Low
4.8"
Rainfall
11
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

4 Guides Matched

$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.

Buy License Online — Texas

Species Regulations

King Mackerel
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day
Size Limit:27-inch minimum
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.

Black Drum
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:14-30 inch slot limit

Only one black drum over 30 inches may be retained per person per year.

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