Bayou City: An Angler’s Paradise
Houston has a secret hiding in plain sight: all that water makes America's fourth-largest city an unexpected paradise for fly fishing. From urban bayous and secluded forest streams to quiet lakes and backwaters, southeastern Texas offers remarkable opportunities for adventurous anglers.
Stalk carp along Houston's famous “concrete flats,” with the city's iconic skyline as your backdrop. Just beyond the metropolitan area, wade into the spring-fed waters of the Pineywoods in search of spotted bass, largemouth bass, and panfish. Explore nearby lakes and backwaters by canoe or kayak, casting for gar and bowfin. For an entirely different experience, venture to Village Creek, a fascinating ecosystem where bass and catfish share their habitat with four varieties of carnivorous plants and 35 species of orchids.
Whether you're an experienced fly fisher or just discovering the sport, Fly Fishing Houston & Southeastern Texas reveals the remarkable angling opportunities waiting to be explored, from the heart of the city to the wild waterways beyond.
Inside this comprehensive guide:
- 38 detailed descriptions of fishing wades along 12 distinct streams and waterways
- Access information for canoeing and kayaking on local lakes and backwaters
- Suggestions for assembling fly boxes tailored to southeastern Texas waters
- More than 300 color photographs, including close-ups of the region's key sport fish
- QR codes linking to GPS coordinates for convenient parking at each wade location
- Recommendations for essential fly-fishing gear
- Local fly shops and angler-friendly breweries
- Regional history, fishing information, and events
- Insider techniques for approaching wary fish
- An overview of regional water-use regulations and ways anglers can help preserve public access to streams, creeks, bayous, and other waterways
Silver Medalist, Outdoor Adventure Guides, 2023 National Outdoor Book Awards (NOBA)
