September 26, 2025
Surf, Offshore, Nearshore & Mid-Bay Is On Fire!
Castaway Lodge Seadrift Report
By Capt. Kris Kelley
Ghost Writer Free – Authentic Mid-Coast
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Winds have backed down to seasonal long-term norms and that has opened up more venues than Starbucks! From Offshore Near Shore, Surf, mid-bay reefs, etc. all reports are encouraging and indicative of strong fishing. A little play-time has resulted in some serious snapper slapping, Kings, and Ling along with Trout in the surf. Capt. James Cunningham blistered the fish over mid-bay shell with guests boat fishing taking full Trout limits along with Redfish limits. The wade fishing scene has been offering similar productivity with Capt. Chris Cady zerioing in on Sand/Grass fish mid-day.
Flounder Gigging
Gigging trips have been very hit and miss of late with boat trips hampered by low water and wading gigging trips hampered by poor timing and a lack of fish. So it’s been pretty dicey on predictability lately. Capt. Pat Lester thinks we’re due for a break after the Full Moon cycle. I wish I had better news, but that’s how it’s looking. Next attempt will be Wednesday night so we’ll see.
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We’ve got lots and lots of great fishin ahead of us. So if you’re planning a trip, get started HERE**
Capt. Kris Kelley
Castaway Lodge
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Flounder Gigging & Night Vision Hunts
At Castaway Lodge, we own the night whether it’s spot and stalk varmints and Hogs during grain season or working blinds over baited locations on private land to stalking the shallow Flats flounder gigging by boat or wading. These trips are a great add-on to any fishing Adventure and we’d love to have you join us!
Alligator Hunts, Early Teal/Dove, Grain Season Spot N Stalk Hog
September is just one of those special months for us on the coast as we transition into Fall. We are the largest wild alligator hunting outfit in the State of Texas and we welcome you to pursuing your trophy in their natural environs. Tag on an Early Teal, Dove and make it a Cast N Blast or climb aboard our high racks for a South Texas Safari using our late gen Night Vision and Thermal optics. Alligator Season starts on 09/10 and runs through 09/30. This year, South Zone Dove will open on 09/14 and the 14th will be the opening date from now on until the legistlature changes it.
Waterfowl Hunting, Ducks, Geese & Cranes
Season dates for the 2018/19 Season will most likely start on 11/3 and the first split will run through 11/25. We will re-open on 12/8 and run through 1/27/19. We Winter a large portion of the Central Flyway and our Big 5 are Pintail, Wigeon, Gadwall, Redheads, and all species of Teal. November and the back half of December are excellent months for Cast & Blast combinations.

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.















