September 25, 2025
Looking For Calm Ahead
**Fishing Report**
Warmer temps dominating heading for the Summer stretch. May is a month dominated by big winds and drought conditions have fueled the winds even more. That has had us working protected back waters focusing on Redfish and Black Drum. Topwaters have been accounting for some explosive action on the flats along with bait approaches. The guides have been covering a wide range of shallow bays. Moving forward we’re hoping to see some rain and freshwater inflows right now would really help bracket the fish. That’s a tall order as drought conditions persist. Moving to big water structure is going to require the winds to back down into seasonal norms under 15 knots. That’s where we look to intercept Trout along with schools of Black Drum which have pulled out of the back country spawning grounds. Redfish will frequent the shell pads also foraging from reef to reef where the menu looks good!
We’ve got lots of great fishing ahead, come see us!
**Capt. Kris Kelley
Castaway Lodge
1-888-618-4868
www.seadriftbayfishing.com**
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Trustindex 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 onTrustindex 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 onTrustindex 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 onTrustindex 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 onTrustindex 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 onTrustindex 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 onTrustindex 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.
