Seadrift Bay Fishing Reports

2025/2026 Preview: Wet Cycle Brings Rebirth to the Bays
Posted By Kris/ In Castaway Lodge Hunting Fishing / Saturday, July 5, 2025
After years of dry conditions and unpredictable rainfall, we’re finally enjoying the benefits of a true wet cycle.
23/24 Fall Preview - Back to Drought Conditions
Posted By Kris/ In Castaway Lodge Hunting Fishing / Tuesday, August 8, 2023
We've had our share of wet cycles dampening our fun, but this time around, the drought's changing the game.
Summer Update - Great Memories Ahead!
Posted By Kris/ In Castaway Lodge Hunting Fishing / Friday, July 7, 2023
With the arrival of fall, we can expect to see Trout and Redfish actively foraging in the migratory bait stocks. As the water begins to cool down, these species become more aggressive, making it the perfect time to target them.
Gear Up For Old School Winter!
Posted By Kris/ In Castaway Lodge Hunting Fishing / Monday, November 21, 2022
Look for a rubberized vinyl or canvas outer shell like the Neptune Jacket or Brigg44 from Grundens.com and things like it.
22/23 Fall Preview - Texas Drought
Posted By Kris/ In Castaway Lodge Hunting Fishing / Thursday, August 11, 2022
Gators - We're just about at max capacity and presently filling out a few remaining dates. If you're interested, now is the time to finalize those plans.
Fishing Update & Castaway Classic IV
Posted By Kris/ In Castaway Lodge Hunting Fishing / Monday, February 14, 2022
As duck season came to a close on January 30th we've been having some dips in temperatures to the low 30's and below freezing.
Great Fishing Has Been A Constant Theme
Posted By Kris/ In Castaway Lodge Hunting Fishing / Wednesday, August 4, 2021
If you haven't made it in for a trip this year, give us a shout and let's make some memories!
Second Split Solid, Fish Go Deep
Posted By Kris/ In Castaway Lodge Hunting Fishing / Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Ducks continue pushing into the Wintering grounds with each passing front. January should be excellent as always.
Rattlesnake Invasion / Big Mixed Fish Boxes
Posted By Kris/ In Castaway Lodge Hunting Fishing / Wednesday, October 28, 2020
The guides battled Yellow Jackets, Red Wasps, Water Moccasins, and Rattle Snakes to get the job done.
Tight Lines & Hot Barrels Prevail
Posted By Kris/ In Castaway Lodge Hunting Fishing / Friday, September 25, 2020
We managed to fish straight through TS Beta with little inconvenience with guests of Chris H. and David M. from the Houston area.

Latest Posts

Posted 7/5/2025/By Kris
The heart of waterfowl season arrives in November, and the wet cycle has already begun !
Posted 6/25/2025/By Kris
From shell-studded bay reefs to the remote back lakes of Matagorda
Posted 2/25/2025/By Kris
An unseasonably warm Winter carried over much of the Fall fishing
Posted 9/8/2024/By Kris
What remains to be seen, though, is how healthy the flyway will be this season.
Posted 7/1/2024/By Kris
With changing tides and temperatures, our guides adapted quickly

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