September 30, 2025
Swarming Schools & Tight Trout
Castaway Lodge Seadrift Report
By Capt. Kris Kelley
Sponsored by: Mercury Marine; Air Ranger Airboats; Haynie Bay Boats; Baysport Marine Victoria; Castaway Rods; JL Marine; Pure Fishing; Corrosion X; and, Bob’s Machine Shop.
High tides continue to be a theme through the Super Moon cycle and that continues to take the Capt’s of Castaway Lodge ultra shallow. Solid schools of bruising Redfish and Black Drum have been foraging on freshly flooded flats with comfy water levels leading to explosive action for our guests. Trout have tightened up to shell reefs hanging closer to the crests of the reefs than laying on the tapers. Capt. Chris Cady reported full limits with guests from Georgetown working PCS tight to area shell reefs.
Flounder Gigging
We continue to find fast action under the lights with guests taking advantage of the run up to season closer the end of October. We’ve got availability, contact us for scheduling.
Alligator Season
Guests of Koch Industries enjoyed a whirlwind trip taking all their Alligators along with Night Vision Hog and bay fishing. The 2015 Alligator Season ends on the 30th of September.
Teal Hunting
A dearth of birds early week led to fair results with concentrations building toward the closer yesterday on 9/27. Guests of Weyerhauser managed full limits on Friday then absolutely put a whooping on the fish with Capt. Chris Cady. Saturday and Sunday was much slower but still productive with half limits hitting the blocks.
Lodge News
We’re gearing up for the approaching big duck season and now is definately the time to look at finalizing trip dates.
Castaway On the Bayou
We’re in the initial stages of developing our new bayou facility adjacent to our existing operations. Right now we’re opening up, contouring, and tying together nearly 1.5 acres of parking , greenbelt, and stage up areas. This is a great addition to existing operation with miles of Kayak trail, open spaces, and the best of the Texas Coast.
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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.
