Bolivar: GOOD. 83 degrees. This week will be a little mix of cloudy with a splash of sun this weekend for great fishing like last week and the week before! Check the daily forecast or call your favorite bait shop for updates. The tides are coming in during the morning and water levels drop in the afternoon with the outgoing tides. Water levels are back and forth per normal with a lot of sargassum washing in on the surf. People are still catching plenty of redfish, gafftop and black drum everywhere. There are plenty of keeper speckled trout being caught along with sand trout, sheepshead and crabs caught along the jetty. The bigger stingrays and sharks are definitely here and the real action has begun. We received reports of 7-9 foot lemon sharks, a few nice bull sharks and one big hammerhead landed. Report by Captain Shane Rilat, North Jetty Bait Camp.
Trinity Bay: FAIR. 80 degrees. 52,000 CFS is flowing into Trinity Bay, with -1,320 CFS entering the San Jacinto River at Highway 90, indicating water levels are slowly receding across the watershed. While we still have a way to go, these decreasing flows signal improving conditions, with a potential shift in salinity levels that could reignite the bite. Smith Point is beginning to see lower salinity levels, with scattered solid catches reported tight to the islands using WAC attack kicking shad in the Rollover Moon color, rigged on a 2.5 leader under a new Guide Series Redemption Outdoor Gear popping cork. Around Eagle Point, anglers are finding good trout and decent redfish as slightly saltier water returns to the Blue Atoll and Bayport areas. Flounder are hugging the rocks, but landing them requires stout gear–an Outlaw rod with a strong backbone is essential for pulling fish out when hooked near structure or dealing with the occasional bull red. Be patient, better days are ahead. Remember, always wear your kill switch and be prepared. Report by Captain Zackary Scott, Zack Attack Fishing.
East Galveston Bay: GOOD. 87 degrees. Offshore fishing has been tough, but those willing to battle rough seas are catching limits of snapper, mixed with a few kingfish and the occasional ling. Galveston jetties produce speckled trout, redfish, sheepshead, and black drum on live shrimp and croakers. Lower Galveston bay and west bay are good for speckled trout, mostly for those throwing live croaker. Waders using artificial lures are managing their fair share of trout. Upper Galveston Bay is still plagued with freshwater runoff. The west side of the bay has been good for scattered trout and decent numbers of black drum, along with a few redfish. Best on live shrimp. Report by Captain David Dillman, Galveston Bay Charter Fishing. Surface water temperature has reached 85 degrees in East Galveston Bay, creating ideal conditions for catching speckled trout around protected shorelines, over scattered shell as well as redfish along grass lines. Early morning and late afternoon outings are successful casting 1/8 ounce jig heads and light color paddle-tailed lures, imitation shrimp lures, as well as topwater baits. As the bay system continues to thrive, we are seeing more solid fish on the reefs and a promising increase in larger trout over the past few weeks in our summer spots. If possible, to avoid fishing pressure, consider fishing on weekdays. Until next time. Report by Captain Jeff Brandon, Get the Net Guide Service, LLC.
Galveston Bay: FAIR. 87 degrees. Offshore fishing has been tough, but those willing to battle rough seas are catching limits of snapper, mixed with a few kingfish and the occasional ling. Galveston jetties producing speckled trout, redfish, sheepshead, and black drum on live shrimp and croakers. Lower Galveston bay and west bay are good for speckled trout, mostly for those throwing live croaker. Waders using artificial lures are managing their fair share of trout. Upper Galveston Bay is still plagued with freshwater runoff. The west side of the bay has been good for scattered trout and decent numbers of black drum, along with a few reds. Best on live shrimp. Report by Captain David Dillman, Galveston Bay Charter Fishing.
West Galveston Bay: GOOD. 87 degrees. Offshore fishing has been tough, but those willing to battle rough seas are catching limits of snapper, mixed with a few kingfish and the occasional ling. Galveston jetties producing speckled trout, redfish, sheepshead, and black drum on live shrimp and croakers. Lower Galveston bay and west bay are good for speckled trout, mostly for those throwing live croaker. Waders using artificial lures are managing their fair share of trout. Upper Galveston Bay is still plagued with freshwater runoff. The west side of the bay has been good for scattered trout and decent numbers of black drum, along with a few reds. Best on live shrimp. Report by Captain David Dillman, Galveston Bay Charter Fishing.
Houston: GOOD. Water stained; 85 degrees; 0.17 feet above pool. Flow rate is currently 142 CFS at the 59 bridge in Humble, and water clarity is starting to improve in that area. The East Fork flow has slowed significantly since last week but remains muddy, as does the downstream flow all the way to the dam. However, areas in the south end of the lake, off the beaten path, offer better water clarity and solid opportunities for largemouth bass, with grubs on 3/16 ounce weight and spinnerbaits producing well. Bass are grouping up near drains and deeper pockets in narrow channels. White bass have been elusive, though reports indicate schools are beginning to gather on humps near the dam. Crappie are also scattered but can be found tight to structure in 8-14 feet of water is Luces Bayou and the East Fork. Expect the bite to fire up once clarity improves. Catfish are plentiful near the river channels, especially when baiting holes with range cubes and using fresh caught shad. Remember to always wear your kill switch and be prepared. Report by Captain Zackary Scott, Zack Attack Fishing.
Texas City: GOOD. 80 degrees. This week will be a little mix of cloudy with a splash of sun this weekend for great fishing like last week and the week before! Check the daily forecast or call your favorite bait shop for updates. Anglers are catching plenty of speckled trout, redfish, and black drum daily. The sheepshead are around structures and piers. Wade fishing along the levee or anywhere from the dike has been productive from the beginning to the end still. Live shrimp and finger mullet have been the best baits. Report by Captain Shane Rilat, North Jetty Bait Camp.
