October 1, 2025
Rolling Out The Red Carpet
Castaway Lodge Seadrift Report
By Capt. Kris Kelley
Fishing took a positive turn with guests maxing the limits on Redfish throughout the slot; Teal hunters ran into hit and miss action with some groups taking full limits among spotty action overall; Alligator hunters running 100% harvest success.
The Pause That Refreshes
That’s a lot of ground to cover right there for sure. Biggest note is that we have a pause in positive Trout action at the moment. The absence of any significant cool fronts to date and are big big tide are bolstering the trend. We are looking for the first cold fronts of the year to be the catalyst that re-ignites strong Trout action moving into October. For now it’s hammer down Refishing with Capt. Chris and Capt. Doug bending the boards with guests over the weekend targeting mud/grass as shallow as we can get.
Alligator Hunting
So far we are hitting on all cylinders with strong feeding activity on Alligators to 12’2″ thus far. Persistent warm weather and the absence of any cool snaps is responsible and expected to continue deep into the 9/30 season closure.
Teal Hunting
Full limits were common among some groups with others “having their chances” amid spotty action overall. Quick shooting and about an 8:15am window to “get them” can have its challenges. Late rice harvest and the absence of any cool snaps is telling us the best is yet to come. Lingering rain has prevented our first crop rice from coming out of the fields but the combines are making attempts.
We are back in search of “back country” redfish this morning and we’ve got guests inbound all week in search of big Texas Lizards; and rod bending action on the bays. We’ll be continuing to “burn up the barrels” heading for the dove opener this Friday.
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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.
