Plan a Fishing Trip to Gun Barrel City, TX

3 guidesBest months: March, April, May, June

What's Biting in Gun Barrel City Right Now

Largemouth Bass
Excellentfreshwater
Spinning, Baitcasting, Fly Fishing
Striped Bass
Excellentboth
Trolling, Casting, Live Bait Fishing
Blue Catfish
Excellentfreshwater
Bottom Fishing, Drift Fishing, Jug Fishing

What to Bring

Check with Gun Barrel City guides 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

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Things to Do in Gun Barrel City

Activities for your non-fishing days

Texas Fishing License

License: Freshwater fishing license

Standard statewide regulations apply.