October 1, 2025
TRENDING: “Castaway Lodge & Trout to 25”
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; and, Bob’s Machine Shop.
Big winds continue to dominate the theme in our fishing reports but we may be on the verge of a more normal transition to more light and variable. Redfish and Black Drum continue to support our success while we struggle with the right approach to Trout fishing. Live Croaker has been responsible for poor numbers of fish thus far. The clock is running out for any successful run or string of days we may be able to put together and blistering winds aren’t helping the learning curve.
That is contrasted by continued success with Redfish and Black Drum which went ballistic in the big winds this week. Trout approaches just got hammered but Redfish managed to put smiles where they belong. That and we are also starting see small schools of Jack Crevalle in less than a foot of water. Now that will wake you up. Check out the picture of a 40″ fish caught on the airboat in just those environs on Saturday.
Lodge News
Phase I construction at the lodge is complete and we are starting Phase II on Sunday as guests leave. That’s going to involve additional stone work on the main lodge. Feedback on our initial phase of construction has been stunning and we love to hear it.
This is a great place and our guests love our people and that’s a backdrop for a good time. If you think you might want to make a run down here, we’d love to have you so come see us when you get a chance!
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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.
