September 30, 2025
Seadrift Riviera: Bullwhips & Super Spooks
Castaway Lodge Seadrift Report
By Capt. Kris Kelley
Sponsored by: MercuryMarine; Air Ranger Airboats; Haynie Bay Boats; Baysport Marine Victoria; Castaway Rods; JL Marine; Pure Fishing; Corrosion X; and, Bob’s MachineShop.
Some wade fishing guests worked the flats with fly rods over the weekend shooting at Redfish shallow over/mud grass. One guest mentioned he was surrounded by fish in the middle slot and he was overcome with “Redfish Fever”. That’ll happen in that game similar to “Buck Fever”. Capt. Donnie Heath mentioned when the guest got back to the boat he said “that was so intense, man I’m smoked”! On this day, there weren’t any great stories of massive runs or drag burning into the backing. Guests mentioned the fish would nose up to the offerings only to turn and run and that’s just the way it goes. Capt. Chris Cady reported fair action on Redfish for guests wanting to target them. Topwater action was decent early with lots of blow ups and fish to 20″ taking Super Spooks.
New Lodge Facilities
The new focal point at the lodge is the massive new indoor dining/conference building capable of seating 40 guests and then there’s the Bayou Complex. We’ve grown from a half acre footprint to 3.5 acres and 700′ of water frontage on Haley’s Bayou; lighted pavilions and horseshoe pits; Hill Country Flagstone Bayou Fireplace; a massive family room for cards & dominos or kicking back and relaxing; full size beds for couples; accommodations for 40 guests rich with Texas hospitality in a “Coastal Casual” atmosphere that our guests have come to know and love; affordable convenience; and, the best staff and guides in the business.
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Capt. Kris Kelley
Castaway Lodge
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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.
