September 30, 2025
Artificial Intel, Seadrift Cast & Blast!
Castaway Lodge Seadrift Report
By Capt. Kris Kelley
Sponsored by: Mercury Marine; Air Ranger Airboats; Haynie Bay Boats; Baysport Marine Victoria; Coastline Trailers; JL Marine; CorrosionX; Pure Fishing; and, Bob’s Machine Shop.
From wade fishing artificiaul to Airboat Redfishing to Cast & Blast duck hunting, it was a great week here at the lodge. Capt. Donnie Heath put guests of Kelly C. on solid Trout and Redfish including a saddleblanket Flounder. Working mud/grass with soft plastics proved to be the ticket in the back lakes. Topwater bite was slower overall. Follow us on Facebook andInstagram.
Airboat Redfishing Trips
Capt. James Cunningham put in a heck of trip with guests of Scott S. working the back lakes on Matagorda Island. The fish were scattered pretty badly and visibility was decent enough to tell that the fish weren’t hanging too shallow. Spot fishing mud pockets “blind” ended up being the best bet once locating a bite and resulted in taking full limits. Check out our Photo Gallery.
Duck Hunting
Gadwall, Teal, Wigeon, Mottled Ducks and the ever present (and always welcome) Northern Shoveler graced the blocks last week. Capt. James Cunningham noted some fast wingshooting on a full range of species with awesome decoying action. Start planning your trip today, check availability HERE.
5 Star Reviews via Google:
This from Allison W. “Loved this relaxing and friendly place! The owners were so nice, the guide (James) was patient, knowledgeable and funny, the lodge was perfect for what we needed! Had a great time and would definitely do it again! Two thumbs up!”
From Kelly C: “Where to start. I’ve taken 2 trips out of Castaway, both wade fishing, both artificial lures only, and both with Capt Donnie Heath. The first time was 3 day trips, with my mom. Each day catching over 30 redfish numerous keepers that were thrown back, along with baby redfish. (Trip 1 was in the summer) Fast forward to trip 2, 1 day trip (in November) with a good friend. My friend, Donnie, and I all stopped count after 20 fish a person. Ranging from baby redfish to over slot, trout of all sizes, and 2 flounder, both keepers. I am a very experienced fisherman and really enjoy my trips here because I am able to fish how I want and know, take my fish off the hook, etc. The guide offers help and keeps the trip fun and lively. Highly recommend. (Can’t speak to the lodging as we drive in for fishing trips) But I’ve seen the facilities and it’s nice!! Stay on top of the news by joining our Newsletter.
Come see us!
Capt. Kris Kelley
Castaway Lodge
1-888-618-4868
www.seadriftbayfishing.com

Posted on William oppeltTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thoroughly enjoyed our time at Castaway Lodge during our duck hunt. Class act from the food, to the lodging & duck hunting. The entire facility was top rate & I really appreciated the effort. And thanks for supporting Serve Outdoors Texas charity by donating the hunt. Jody O.Posted on John GrahamTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very nice clean place. Everything is very nice and new looking. Very well maintained.Posted on Bill N Pat HansenTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had a great father day fishing trip, we will return again! The lodge was wonderful and breakfast and dinner was great! Bill Hansen Medford Ma. Austin TxPosted on Eric NagelTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We did a blast and cast and had a successful day getting a few birds and a lot of bites. Our guide was friendly and knowledgeable which made our adventure a great learning experience too. The accommodation and hospitality at Castaway is top notch and I look forward to returning for another experience!Posted on Alicia TeggTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great day fishing! Excellent guide and super meal! Thanks for having us. We will be back!!Posted on John MilanTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a great time hunting! Everyone was very friendly and knowledgeable and made it a great time for my daughter and myself.Posted on Ry STrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great group of people, lodging and food. Definitely a great experience and plan to book another trip.















