Fishing
Opportunities like this don’t come around often! Bay Flats Lodge has just a few openings in September for guided fly fishing trips along the middle Texas coast. Each stay includes comfortable lodging, professionally-prepared meals, and experienced guide service. Whether you’ve been waiting to discover our legendary sight-casting for redfish, or you’re eager for one last coastal adventure before fall,
As reported by Chris Martin . . . This month, keep an eye out for muddy or dirty streaks in the water, often referred to as “smoke.” These areas are prime hunting grounds where you’ll find schools of tailing redfish mingling with hardheads. Redfish are actively foraging around these schools, making it an exciting and productive fishing experience. Pro Tip: Stay vigilant in
Reported by Capt. Hoop McClelland . . . As we move deeper into the summer, there’s no denying the heat — and neither can the fish. If you’re feeling it, so are they. That means fish are on the move, looking for cooler, more comfortable water. So where do they go, and how do we find them? In hot
As reported by Chris Martin . . . I just learned to tie this fly with the help of Capt. Matt Laugh, one of our premier fly guides at Bay Flats Lodge. Having fished alongside Capt. Matt for as long as i have, I can confidently say his flies not only perform well day-to-day, but I’ve also caught the most
Sale Dates July 5th – 9th, 2025 Trip must be taken between July 5th and July 9th, 2025. Trip cannot be booked online; To book, please phone the lodge office at (888) 677-4868, or email us at info@bayflatslodge.com to let us know you’re interested in booking a fly fishing trip in July or August at this sale price! Celebrate Independence
As reported by Chris Martin . . . Imagine checking your favorite wind app – day after day, it reads 25 to 30 mph gusts. You step outside in the morning darkness, coffee in hand, onto the upper deck overlooking the bay.What you hear in the darkness sounds like a freight train barreling toward your front door. Welcome to May
As reported by Chris Martin . . . Mother Nature has made us work harder than we’re used to. Water levels are manageable one day, then extremely low the next. When tides are down, the wind is often up, making access to off-the-beaten-path locations tougher. Higher winds and lower tides have forced me to spend more time poling the
As reported by Chris Martin . . . As old man winter pokes his nose down south, the north wind has tide levels at their very lowest. Cooler temperatures, sunny days, and shifting water levels create exciting opportunities for anglers. January brings unique challenges with lower tides, making it a prime time to review exposed flats, especially on the
T E X A S Sage Experiences Welcomes: Bay Flats Lodge Arriving at Bay Flats Lodge is like walking in to your best friend’s house during the best fishing week of the year and just in time for steak dinner. Guests are instantly made to feel like family and the only thing that comes close to matching the amazing
Exciting News from Bay Flats Lodge! We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our new online Pro Shop! Now, you can browse and shop our premium customized Bay Flats Lodge gear, apparel, and accessories from the comfort of your home – or anywhere else for that matter! Explore our full lineup to gear up for your next adventure on the water.
Reported by Capt. Chris Martin . . . November ushers in cooler temperatures, creating the perfect conditions for fly fishing in the Port O’Connor and Seadrift back lakes and the surrounding saltwater marshes. As the cooler weather sets in, fish are becoming more active, offering exciting opportunities for anglers to enjoy some productive days on the water.
Bay Flats Lodge x Wild Warrior Adventure Support our Warriors and win your OWN adventure! Bay Flats Lodge has donated a fly fishing trip that retails for $4,692.00, and which includes the following: – 2 Fly Anglers – 3 Days of Fully-Guided Fly Fishing – 3 Meals Per Day: Hot, sit down breakfast each morning before fishing. Boat lunch each
The redfish are tailing and the humidity is rising, there is no better way to beat the heat in Texas than on the flats of the Gulf Coast. Enter below for your chance to win!!
The Local’s Perspective The Texas fly fishing scene is one of the most unique in the country. The sheer size of Texas means that it has one of the most diverse landscapes of all the southern and western states. Name another state you could be casting five weights to trophy rainbow and brown trout one day and being poled across
Texas Redfish Fly Fishing Few saltwater fisheries can truly offer year-round fishing opportunities. Weather and fish behavior are the major factors that affect success on a trip to the flats. Fly fishing for Texas redfish means that no matter what season, regardless of conditions, there are always feeding fish accessible to fly anglers. This is what makes the Gulf Coast