October 1, 2025
Mud Boil Mayhem II
Castaway Lodge Seadrift Report
By Capt. Kris Kelley
Big bruising Redfish and solid Black Drum continue to beat up on our guests. Shallow bays and back lakes are hosting the Drum spawn at present with Redfish getting displaced in some areas by schooling Drum. We still seem to be behind on rising water levels and a Spring Tide hasn’t gained a foothold yet. Area bait camps are struggling at present with very limited live bait supplies in the area. Trout are scattered at present with light catches coming with a lot of effort. Our Guides are reporting a lot of small Trout at present. If this Spring is anything like last year, broader shrimp concentrations and higher water should kick things off. Right now it’s hard to pull off the big fight and shallow water drama associated with solid Redfish and Black Drum.
Sights From The Water
On Saturday I eased into a location that has been holding a big school of Black Drum and mixed Redfish. As the boat came off plane I watched the water hump up 6″ as the school erupted out from under me. The fish settled a short distance away and the rest is pretty much a blur.
Capt. James reported easing into a back lake cove that was really clear only to encounter a huge herd of Black Drum and mixed Redfish that humped up. He said I shut down on them and for 10 minutes they were running all over the place many times hitting the boat. Just off the edges of the school he reported three huge Trout taking in the warmth of the shallows.
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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.
