Harlingen, TX Fishing Trip — April
Your Harlingen, TX Fishing Trip
April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 86°F / Low 70°F0.8" rain · 3 rainy daysHot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.
What’s Biting in April
5 species
ExcellentCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
ExcellentLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
ExcellentCarp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
ExcellentFlathead Catfish
Various
GoodBluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
April Weather in Harlingen
86°F
Avg High
70°F
Avg Low
0.8"
Rainfall
3
Rainy Days
Hot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.
2 in Harlingen + 48 Nearby
Prepare for Your Trip
Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
For Your Target Species
For Offshore Fishing
For the Season
What to Bring
Check with your guide about gear. Here's a recommended packing list:
Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
Polarized sunglasses
Hat or visor
Weather-appropriate clothing
Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
Snacks or lunch
Cooler for your catch
Motion sickness medication (if needed)
Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)
Rain jacket or windbreaker
Layered clothing (cooler offshore)
Light rain jacket
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.
Things to Do in Harlingen
Activities for your non-fishing days
What's Biting By Month
Peak
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Texas Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$30
Non-Resident$58
Requirements
Required for ages 17+. Freshwater and saltwater packages available. Red drum tag separate.
Species Regulations
Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:25 per day
Size Limit:10-inch minimum
Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:14-inch minimum
Special regulations apply on some trophy bass lakes, including Lake Fork and Sam Rayburn Reservoir.
Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Carp are considered a rough fish in Texas, and there are no restrictions on harvest.
Flathead Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:18-inch minimum
For catfish, only 1 may be 30 inches or greater in length.