Top-Rated Cast & Blast in Port Mansfield, TX

Cast and Blast: Duck Hunt + Redfish Trip

Looking for the perfect South Texas adventure that combines the best of hunting and fishing? Our Cast and Blast trip in Port Mansfield gives you both worlds in one action-packed day. Start your morning in prime duck blinds targeting redheads, teal, and pintails, then switch gears for an afternoon of sight fishing redfish in the famous Laguna Madre flats. At $325 per person with groups of 3-6 hunters and anglers, this combo trip has become a customer favorite for good reason. You'll work with experienced local guides who know these waters and marshes like the back of their hand, making this a top-rated experience that keeps folks coming back year after year.

Inside the Hunt and Fish

Your day kicks off well before sunrise as we head to strategically placed blinds in the prime waterfowl habitat around Port Mansfield. These aren't your average duck setups – we're talking about world-class positioning in areas where migrating ducks have been using the same flight patterns for decades. The morning hunt typically runs until around 10 AM, giving you solid shooting opportunities as the birds work the decoys. Once we've had our fill of feathers, we'll head back to swap out gear and grab a quick bite before transitioning to the fishing portion. The afternoon redfish action takes place in the shallow grass flats and back lakes of the Laguna Madre, where these copper-colored bruisers cruise looking for baitfish and crabs. We'll pole the flats and sight cast to individual fish, making this as much about the hunt as it is about the catch.

Gear and Guided Setup

We provide everything you need for the duck hunting portion – decoys, blinds, and calls are all taken care of by our guides. You'll want to bring your own shotgun and shells, plus appropriate camo and waders for the morning hunt. For the redfish portion, we supply all the fishing gear, tackle, and bait you'll need, though you're welcome to bring your own rods if you have favorites. Our boats are equipped with push poles and shallow water anchors, perfect for working the skinny water where these redfish love to hang out. The guides carry a full selection of soft plastics, topwater plugs, and live bait options depending on conditions and what the fish are keying on that particular day. Don't forget your fishing license and duck stamp – Texas Parks and Wildlife takes these seriously, and we want to keep this renowned fishery and hunting ground in top shape for future generations.

Target Game Breakdown

The duck hunting around Port Mansfield focuses primarily on three species that make this area special. Redheads are the stars of the show here – these diving ducks migrate through the Texas coast in huge numbers from November through January, and Port Mansfield sits right in their favorite corridor. They're chunky, fast-flying birds that provide challenging shooting and excellent table fare. Blue-winged teal show up earlier in the season, typically September and October, and they're lightning-fast little rockets that test your reflexes. These small ducks are incredibly agile and fun to hunt, plus they're some of the best eating you'll find. Pintails round out the main targets – these elegant, long-necked ducks are smart and wary, making them a prized species for any waterfowler. They peak during the coldest months and provide some of the most satisfying hunting when you can work them into the decoys.

On the fishing side, redfish are the main attraction and for good reason. These bronze-backed fighters typically run 20-30 inches in the Port Mansfield area, with plenty of bulls pushing over 40 inches for those looking for a real battle. What makes redfish so exciting here is the sight fishing opportunity – you'll actually see these fish cruising the flats, tailing in shallow water, or pushing wakes as they hunt. They're aggressive feeders that will crush topwater plugs, soft plastics, and live bait with equal enthusiasm. The best part about redfish is they're available year-round, though fall and winter often provide the most consistent action when the water cools down and baitfish congregate in the back lakes and protected areas.

Time to Book Your Adventure

This Cast and Blast experience represents everything that makes the Texas coast special – world-class waterfowling combined with some of the best shallow water fishing in the country. With Bay Feather Outfitters, you're getting guides who live and breathe these waters, who understand the seasonal patterns, and who genuinely want you to have the trip of a lifetime. The $325 per person rate includes guiding, boats, blinds, decoys, and fishing equipment – basically everything except your licenses, shells, and the stories you'll be telling for years to come. Groups of 3-6 work perfectly for this setup, whether you're planning a guys' trip, corporate outing, or family adventure. Port Mansfield's reputation as a premier destination for both hunting and fishing didn't happen by accident, and this combo trip lets you experience exactly why serious outdoor enthusiasts keep coming back to this special corner of South Texas.