October 1, 2025
Bay Leopards & Back Water Rhinos
Castaway Lodge Seadrift Report
By Capt. Kris Kelley
Conditional extremes can produce some “extreme success” and the weather has been at both ends of the pendulum lately. From slick glass with shredded water from strong winds overnight to gusting shredded water during the daytime. Strike timing with one eye on the tide and the other on the horizon has kept us in the fish lately. Redfish action over mud/grass continues working it’s way into the day in day out approach while water is attempting to heal up with some tide movement or deminishing winds.
Trout action has been best on tide movement of any direction as the water settles out from overnight winds. We continue to have a lot of water in the bays which makes this an unusual Summer Season for sure, no complaints. Elevated tides have been making some approaches easier and that has kept the shoreline plays in full gear for wade fishermen. Working shell reefs also benefits from higher water levels as it pulls more of the structure into play right up to the crest of the reefs. This gives an angler more options and some days that’s the extra edge that means the difference between success and limited success. Water levels are the oil that drives the engine, a nice way to contemplate that in reletive terms.
From guests of all skill levels to wildly varying bay conditions, our Guides keep executing with patience and professionalism. The staff here at the lodge cannot go without mention as well. Hats off to everyone! We’d also like to thank Mr. John Thompson with the Ft. Worth Star Telegram for his piece on The Lodge.
We hope you are having a great week, come see us when you get a chance!
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Capt. Kris Kelley
Castaway Lodge
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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.















