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Zavalla, TX Fishing Trip — April

Your Zavalla, TX Fishing Trip

April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 80°F / Low 64°F4.1" rain · 11 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in April

CarpExcellent
Carp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
Flathead CatfishExcellent
Flathead Catfish
Various
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Blue CatfishExcellent
Blue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing

April Weather in Zavalla

80°F
Avg High
64°F
Avg Low
4.1"
Rainfall
11
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

3 Guides Matched

Reel um N Guide Service - Reel um N Guide Service
Reel um N Guide Service

Reel um N Guide Service

4.6(13)Top Rated

Bass and Crappie fishing on Sam Rayburn and Toledo Bend and the surrounding area. The piney woods of East Texas are the home of this awe-inspiring lake and beautiful countryside and some of the best Bass and Crappie fishing in the state.

CrappieLargemouth Bass
Zavalla, Texas
Camoriver Guide Service - Camoriver Guide Service
Camoriver Guide Service

Camoriver Guide Service

4.6(7)Top Rated
Zavalla, Texas
Sam Rayburn Guide Service - Sam Rayburn Guide Service
Sam Rayburn Guide Service

Sam Rayburn Guide Service

5(1)Top Rated

Sam Rayburn Fishing Guide Service, specializing in Black Bass on beautiful Sam Rayburn Lake in East Texas

freshwaterLargemouth Bass
Zavalla, Texas

Prepare for Your Trip

Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

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)
Bug spray
Rain gear
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
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Zavalla from ~$150/night
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Pickup in Zavalla

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

Things to Do in Zavalla

Activities for your non-fishing days

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What's Biting By Month

Peak

Carp

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Flathead Catfish

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Largemouth Bass

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Blue Catfish

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Texas Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$30
Non-Resident$58
Requirements

Required for ages 17+. Freshwater and saltwater packages available. Red drum tag separate.

Buy License Online — Texas

Species Regulations

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.

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.

Blue Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Only one blue catfish 30 inches or greater may be retained per day.

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