Texas offers world-class angling opportunities ranging from trophy largemouth bass in inland reservoirs to red drum and spotted seatrout along its expansive Gulf Coast. The state is a premier destination for both freshwater tournament fishing and offshore saltwater adventures, supported by a robust stocking program and diverse aquatic habitats.
Species & Seasons
Largemouth Bass
Open year-round; daily bag limit of 5 fish with a 14-inch minimum length, though specific reservoirs have special trophy regulations.
Red Drum (Redfish)
Open year-round; daily bag limit of 3 fish between 20 and 28 inches; one oversized fish may be kept with a special trophy tag.
Spotted Seatrout
Open year-round; recent conservation limits include a daily bag of 3 fish and a 15 to 20-inch slot limit.
Blue Catfish
Open year-round; daily bag limit of 25 in combination with channel catfish, with only five fish allowed over 20 inches.
Crappie
Open year-round; daily bag limit of 25 (white and black combined) with a minimum length of 10 inches.
Alligator Gar
Open year-round; daily bag limit of 1 fish, with mandatory reporting required in most waters and special drawings for the Trinity River.
Red Snapper
State waters (within 9 nautical miles) are open year-round; federal waters typically have a restricted summer season based on annual quotas.
Top Waters
Lake Fork
Renowned as the premier trophy largemouth bass destination in Texas, responsible for many of the state's top records.
Sam Rayburn Reservoir
The largest reservoir contained entirely within Texas, famous for hosting major national bass fishing tournaments.
Galveston Bay
A massive coastal estuary providing exceptional access to redfish, trout, and flounder for both boat and wade anglers.
Guadalupe River
Known as the southernmost trout fishery in the United States, offering rainbow and brown trout below the Canyon Lake dam.
Falcon International Reservoir
A legendary border lake on the Rio Grande known for high-volume catches of heavy-weight largemouth bass.
Baffin Bay
A hypersaline bay famous for producing exceptionally large 'trophy' spotted seatrout due to its unique ecosystem.
Devils River
A remote, spring-fed river offering some of the most pristine smallmouth bass fishing and scenic paddling in the Southwest.
Local Charters, Bait Shops & More
Support Texas's local fishing businesses — guides, tackle shops, marinas, fly shops, and more.
Capt. Mickey Eastman
Charter/GuideGalveston, TX
A veteran coastal guide offering expert bay fishing trips for redfish and trout.
Lake Fork Trophy Lures & Guide Service
Charter/GuideQuitman, TX
Specializes in guiding anglers to trophy largemouth bass on the state's most famous lake.
Lonnie Stanley Guide Service
Charter/GuideHemphill, TX
Professional guide service on Toledo Bend led by a legendary lure designer and angler.
Redfish Charters
Charter/GuideRockport, TX
Specializes in sight-casting for redfish in the shallow flats surrounding Rockport and Aransas Pass.
Austin Fly Fishing
Charter/GuideAustin, TX
Offers guided fly fishing excursions for bass and carp on Lady Bird Lake and the Colorado River.
Roy's Bait & Tackle Outfitter
Bait & Tackle ShopCorpus Christi, TX
One of the largest independent fishing tackle retailers on the Gulf Coast.
Fishing Tackle Unlimited
Bait & Tackle ShopHouston, TX
Known as the largest independent saltwater tackle store in the world with multiple Houston locations.
Barlow's Tackle Shop
Bait & Tackle ShopRichardson, TX
A destination shop for lure-making components and a massive selection of freshwater tackle.
Serious Tackle
Bait & Tackle ShopLa Marque, TX
Provides specialized offshore and inshore tackle for serious Gulf Coast tournament anglers.
Tightlines Premium Fishing
Bait & Tackle ShopAustin, TX
A boutique tackle shop focused on high-end gear for central Texas bass and coastal fishing.
Angler's Pro Tackle
Bait & Tackle ShopHurst, TX
A comprehensive freshwater shop catering to kayak and tournament bass anglers in the DFW metroplex.
Canyon Lake Marina
MarinaCanyon Lake, TX
Provides full-service boat slips, rentals, and fuel on one of the most scenic lakes in the Hill Country.
Silver Lake Marina
MarinaGrapevine, TX
A premier marina on Lake Grapevine offering slips, boat rentals, and easy access to North Texas fishing.
Chandlers Landing Marina
MarinaRockwall, TX
A full-service marina providing access and amenities for anglers on Lake Ray Hubbard.
Port Aransas Marina
MarinaPort Aransas, TX
The primary hub for offshore charter fleets and recreational boaters in the Mustang Island area.
Pier 121 Marina
MarinaLewisville, TX
The largest inland marina in Texas, serving anglers on Lewisville Lake with extensive facilities.
Living Waters Fly Shop
Fly ShopRound Rock, TX
A full-service fly shop and guide service specializing in Central Texas rivers and hill country streams.
Tailwaters Fly Shop
Fly ShopDallas, TX
A dedicated fly fishing retail store and international travel agency for destination anglers.
Gruene Anglers
Fly ShopNew Braunfels, TX
A specialized shop focusing on fly fishing the Guadalupe River and surrounding Hill Country waters.
Gordy & Sons Outfitters
Fly ShopHouston, TX
A luxury outdoor retailer offering high-end fly fishing gear and expert local knowledge.
Austin Boats & Motors
Boat DealerLakeway, TX
A family-owned dealership offering a wide selection of fishing boats and outboard services.
MarineMax Dallas
Boat DealerLewisville, TX
Supplies premium fishing vessels and provides maintenance for North Texas boaters.
Sun Country Marine
Boat DealerGalveston, TX
Authorized dealer for top fishing boat brands located right on the water in Galveston.
Yellowfin Boats - Texas Dealer
Boat DealerPort Lavaca, TX
Specialized retailer for high-end offshore center console fishing boats in the central coast region.
Waterloo Rods
Rod BuilderVictoria, TX
Manufacturer of high-performance custom fishing rods specifically designed for coastal and freshwater anglers.
Kistler Rods
Rod BuilderMagnolia, TX
A premier builder of lightweight, sensitive custom bass fishing rods used by professionals nationwide.
Laguna Rods
Rod BuilderKaty, TX
Specializes in custom-built rods tailored for wading and boat fishing in the Texas bays.
Sarge Custom Rods
Rod BuilderFreeport, TX
Crafts high-end, lightweight custom rods optimized for artificial lure fishing in coastal waters.
Castaway Rods
Rod BuilderMontgomery, TX
A long-standing Texas manufacturer known for durable and innovative rod designs for all species.
Texas Marine
Conroe, TXConroe, TX
A large multi-location boat dealer specializing in fishing boats from leading manufacturers.
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Resource details are gathered from public sources and may change. Always confirm licenses, limits, and season dates with the official state agency before you fish.