Texas Crappie Fishing Charters
Texas Crappie Fishing Charters
Top Texas Crappie Fishing Destinations
Top Texas Crappie Fishing Destinations
Best Crappie Fishing Charters in Texas
Best Crappie Fishing Charters in Texas
Crappie Fishing in Texas
Crappie Fishing in Texas
- Size 0.25 to 0.5lb
- Food Value Excellent
- Game Qualities Low
- Habitats River, Lake
(Pomoxis annularis / nigromaculatus)
Anglers travel from across the country to enjoy the Crappie fishing Texas has to offer. The Lone Star State may be better known for its Bass, but many of the same bodies of water hold monster Crappie, too. Black and White Crappie both reach trophy sizes here. White Crappie topping 4 ½ pounds have been caught in recent years, and the Blacks aren’t that much smaller!
But that doesn’t tell the whole story, what makes these fisheries special is the sheer number of Crappie you can land in a single day. Strike lucky, and you’ll catch enough fish to fry up a feast for half the block. Even on a slow day, you’ll struggle to head home empty-handed.
Texas Crappie Fishing Spots
Crappie can be caught in lakes and reservoirs all across Texas. In the winter, they stick to deeper waters, and move to the shallows as the water warms in spring. They generally prefer areas with little or no current, so comb the coves and sheltered structure to find the biggest schools.
Sam Rayburn
During the cold winter months, the upper end of “Big Sam” produces some of the most reliable angling around. Fish along the Angelina River channel for the best results. When the water warms up, fish in the coves, casting into 3 feet of water or less.
Toledo Bend
The Toledo Bend Crappie bite is usually at it best in winter. Shad pile up around the “Chicken Coop” (a deep bend just up from the Pendleton Bridge.) Crappie hit the Shad in huge schools, and anglers hit the Crappie in equal numbers. This spot can get pretty crowded, but it’s well worth it.
Lake Fork
Lake Fork is mainly known for its world-class Bass fishing, but the Crappie here are also amazing! Fish the pilings around the bridges during the winter, or over shallow, sandy ground in the summer. Whatever you’re doing, the Bass crowds will be doing the opposite, so you don’t have to worry about finding fishing space.
And More!
Navarro Lake, Lake Livingston, Lake Conroe, there are Crappie everywhere! The best plan is to fish the waters your guide knows well. Wherever you go, you’re in for some great hookups and a tasty feast at the end of the day.
Crappie Fishing Techniques
Tactics change with the water temperature, but the top techniques are live baits and jigs. In the winter, live Minnows or Shiners work well around thick brush and other hiding places. In the summer, Minnows can still work a charm, dangled on small bobbers in a couple of feet of water. Small jigs like Crappie Critters are also great, either on floats or cast-and-retrieved. Retrieving is the best way to find the fish, but vertical jigging can be even better once you’re on them. In the fall, live worms and tubes baits work well in deep waters.
There are a dozen different ways to target Crappie but they all have one thing in common: Crappie have soft mouths which make them cautious biters. Be careful as you bring in your slack, and remember to wait until you have the full weight of the fish on your line before setting the hook.
Need to Know
You’ll need a freshwater fishing license to enjoy the awesome Crappie fishing Texas has in store for you. Crappie fishing guides provide all the essential equipment but you may need to pay extra for bait. If you’re fishing on your own, pay attention to the Texas Parks & Wildlife information on each body of water. Zebra Mussels have infested many lakes, so be extra careful to clean down all your gear at the end of your trip. Other than that, just pick a lake and enjoy. It’s impossible not to!
Texas Crappie Fishing Seasons
Texas Crappie Fishing Seasons
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Seasonality
Crappie fishing in Texas varies slightly throughout the year. High season is January to March and December. Low season is April to November. There is no closed season.
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What anglers said about Crappie Fishing in Texas
What anglers said about Crappie Fishing in Texas
I don't think it was the best time of year for the atea but we had fun and caught fish.
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I don't think it was the best time of year for the atea but we had fun and caught fish.
Big Tex Fishing Charters
April a little early in the season for reds, some days good, some slower. Fishing improves in May and red hot in June and July. Good fishing for reds until December but they move around. Incredible lake! We live in NW SA and were home in a half an hour. Incredible!
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April a little early in the season for reds, some days good, some slower. Fishing improves in May and red hot in June and July. Good fishing for reds until December but they move around. Incredible lake! We live in NW SA and were home in a half an hour. Incredible!
Hooked Up Fishing Guide
Backwater fishing with a great guide makes all the difference. We had a wonderful time.
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Backwater fishing with a great guide makes all the difference. We had a wonderful time.
Jackson Outdoors
San Antonio, Texas
When in Rome type of deal. Captain joe is absolutely great for the rate he lists.
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When in Rome type of deal. Captain joe is absolutely great for the rate he lists.
Gojoe1
Not only the great fishing, the bay is also so beautiful. The boat ride was awesome
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Not only the great fishing, the bay is also so beautiful. The boat ride was awesome
Slick Fin Charters
I highly recommend booking with Captain Kenny! Made it so fun and enjoyable! The morning was beautiful!
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I highly recommend booking with Captain Kenny! Made it so fun and enjoyable! The morning was beautiful!
Kramer Fishing Charters
We fished before the eclipse. So it was a tough day. Would not recommend in the future. Fish before or after.
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We fished before the eclipse. So it was a tough day. Would not recommend in the future. Fish before or after.
James Regini Guide Service
Lots of good fishing along the Laguna Madre in the Coastal Bend. Weโll be back!
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Lots of good fishing along the Laguna Madre in the Coastal Bend. Weโll be back!
South Texas Outcast Guide Service
I would highly recommend captain Ray. Very nice and very knowledgeable. If you're a seasoned fisherman he will make sure you have what you need and if your a beginner he is more than accommodating and helpful.
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I would highly recommend captain Ray. Very nice and very knowledgeable. If you're a seasoned fisherman he will make sure you have what you need and if your a beginner he is more than accommodating and helpful.
Fishing Guide Lake Conroe โ Ray Hunt
Don't hesitate booking with Captain Jesse. He showed us a good time and we caught our limit on during our trip out. We will be back.
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Don't hesitate booking with Captain Jesse. He showed us a good time and we caught our limit on during our trip out. We will be back.
Scale Chaser Fishing Guide
Get your fishing license several days in advance. Can take a couple of hours if there are people ahead of you in line.
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Get your fishing license several days in advance. Can take a couple of hours if there are people ahead of you in line.
SeaPlay Sportfishing โ SeaPlay VI
Definitely book with Zander Ray (Alexander). Professional, knowledgeable and definitely a people person. We will book solely with Alexander when visiting Corpus Christi
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Definitely book with Zander Ray (Alexander). Professional, knowledgeable and definitely a people person. We will book solely with Alexander when visiting Corpus Christi
Zander Ray On The Bay
Dress appropriately for sunny conditions with cooler tempโs in the morning.
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Dress appropriately for sunny conditions with cooler tempโs in the morning.
Sea N Spots Guide Service
Either do a personal charter with Henry or fish the Jetti at the state park
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Either do a personal charter with Henry or fish the Jetti at the state park
Henry's Charters
Lots of variety of fish make sure you got your red fish tag if you get a great catch
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Lots of variety of fish make sure you got your red fish tag if you get a great catch
Scouts Out Fishing Charters
Expect to get a little wet and a little dirty with fish and bait slime and water.
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Expect to get a little wet and a little dirty with fish and bait slime and water.
Nautilus Charters
Wind was strong making it challenging, but that is just the nature of it. They canโt all be perfect days
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Wind was strong making it challenging, but that is just the nature of it. They canโt all be perfect days
Rio Fishing Guide Service - SPI
Understand the time of year your are fishing and set your expectations appropriately. Communicate with the captain in advance of cooking to get fishing reports and ask the types of fish that are being caught and how many. We did these things and the trip turned out as expected.
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Understand the time of year your are fishing and set your expectations appropriately. Communicate with the captain in advance of cooking to get fishing reports and ask the types of fish that are being caught and how many. We did these things and the trip turned out as expected.
Early Out Fishing
Talk to the captain and be flexible with the timing if you are able. A trip is made with good weather, which is always suspect on the coast. In and outs of fronts really make the day when the wind lays down the waves.
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Talk to the captain and be flexible with the timing if you are able. A trip is made with good weather, which is always suspect on the coast. In and outs of fronts really make the day when the wind lays down the waves.
Sabine Outdoors
For someone who's never fish the rockport area, I would definitely hire a fishing guide. Captain Tony Gonzales is a very experience guide, and will put you on the fish.
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For someone who's never fish the rockport area, I would definitely hire a fishing guide. Captain Tony Gonzales is a very experience guide, and will put you on the fish.
Capt. Tony Gonzalez Inshore Fishing