October 1, 2025
“Winds Stabilizing, Looking at Big Water”
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.
We are just about to wrap up construction at the lodge and we’d like to thank everyone for the feedback and patience with our progress. We have added some fine detail to our outstanding platform including drystack stone and stucco work; 100’s of board feet of rough cedar; 1,000 sf of additional flatwork; a massive bar and outdoor kitchen/grilling area; and a freestanding fireplace. This work is a big “Thank You” to all of our clients that have chosen us as their “home away from home”.
Fishing Scene
We are seeing some signs of life in the Trout arena with only the past few days offering fishable conditions on broader shell reef environs. Capt. Chris Cady managed to hit low teens boat fishing with PCS with longtime guests from Austin. Action on live Croaker left alot to be desired on the first day outing in terrible conditions boat fishing. Wade fishing live Croaker is a tad better but still no big homeruns reported by Capt. Jake.
Back Lakes
Slick offs of late have slowed the bite on Redfish dramatically with plenty of fish laying up lock jaw and staring us down. Give us wind and May into June is one of those transitional times that can really test your tenacity.
You can bet there is a lot more great fishing on the horizon and we hope you will allow Castaway Lodge to take you to it. 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.
