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Fishing in Texas

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About Texas fishing

Texas delivers world-class freshwater and saltwater fishing. Bass, catfish, and crappie dominate inland waters, while Gulf Coast waters offer red drum, speckled trout, and flounder for year-round angling.

Texas fishing license

Texas requires a fishing license for most anglers. Resident and non-resident licenses, including short-term and combination options, are available online or from licensed retailers statewide.

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Top fish species caught in Texas

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Biggest catches in Texas

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State records of caught fish in Texas

SpeciesWeightBlue catfish121.5 lbsChannel catfish36.5 lbsLargemouth bass18.2 lbsWhite crappie4.6 lbsBluegill2 lbs

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White bass

Lake Travis

17 in · 2 lb 3 oz

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White bass

Lake Travis

16 in · 2 lb

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Channel catfish

Sulphur Creek

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Channel catfish

Soil Conservation Service Site 5a Reservoir

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Flathead catfish

Rio Grande

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Rio Grande

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Channel catfish

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Largemouth bass

Lake Coleman

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Channel catfish

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Flathead catfish

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Fishing regulations in Texas

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Texas can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

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From the Fishbrain blog

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FAQ about Texas fishing

Fishing regulations in Texas, United States vary by location and species, covering size limits, bag limits, and open seasons. To stay up to date and avoid guesswork, use the for the latest rules on every fish and body of water.
Anglers in Texas, United States most often target Bluegill, Largemouth bass, and Blue catfish. For more detailed insights, the shows exactly which species are biting in each lake, river, and coastline.
Popular waters in Texas, United States include Galveston County Coast, Lewisville Lake, and Laguna Madre. With the , you can zoom in on any area to discover the best spots and see what other anglers are catching there.