Robert H. McConnell

Fly Fishing Houston & Southeastern Texas Robert H. McConnell

Bayou City: An Angler's Paradise

The fourth-largest city in the U. S. has a secret hiding in plain sight: All that water means it's a fabulous place for fly fishing. Travel no further than to the city's "concrete flats" to stalk carp with Houston's iconic skyline as a backdrop. Just outside the metro area, wade in the secluded spring-fed waters of the Pineywoods to find spotted bass, largemouth bass, and a variety of panfish. Launch a canoe or kayak in nearby lakes and backwaters to search for gar and bowfin. Add some adventure with a trip to Village Creek, a fascinating biozone where bass and catfish thrive along with four varieties of carnivorous plants and 35 species of orchids. With Fly Fishing Houston & Southeastern Texas as your guide, discover the rewards for anglers this unique region offers, from inside the city limits to the countryside beyond.

38 detailed on-the-water descriptions of "wades" located on 12 unique streams and waterways
Descriptions of access points for paddles in local lakes
Suggestions for creating personalized fly boxes for southeastern Texas.
More than 300 color photographs, including close-ups of the key sport fish available
QR codes supplying GPS coordinates for all of the wade locationsSuggestions for the best gear to get started fly fishing
Local angler-friendly breweries and fly shops
Background about local historical events
Insider tips for sneaking up on fish