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Indianola, United States ðŸ‡ºðŸ‡¸

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Planning your next fishing trip in Indianola, United States ? Today is a average day for fishing. Our comprehensive fishing almanac combines our popular solunar tables, moon times, sunrise and sunset times, and a 7-day fishing calendar so you always know the best fishing times in your area. We analyse major and minor solunar bite times, rate each day on a five-star scale, and pair it with localized weather forecasts so you can quickly tell whether today is a good day to fish without juggling multiple tabs. Be sure to bookmark this page so you never miss a bite. view bite times...

  • Check our unique Solunar Clock for precise solunar tables and the best moon phases.
  • Use the forecast calendar section to sync bite times with major weather changes.
  • Analyze the forecasted weather conditions, such as wind, barometric pressure and rain to plan your fishing session.
  • Jump to the 7-Day Fishing Calendar for an extended fishing forecast, then explore nearby fishing spots on the interactive map.

Fishing in Indianola, Texas, centers around the rich inshore waters of Matagorda Bay and Lavaca Bay, where anglers target speckled trout, redfish, black drum, and flounder year-round. With shallow grass flats, shell reefs, and productive bay shorelines, Indianola offers classic Texas saltwater fishing for waders, kayakers, and boat anglers alike. read more...

Sun and Moon Times

The sun will be at it's highest point at . Today we have 12:58 hours of daylight. For shallow water fishing the twilight periods are often the most productive fishing times, especially on days when a major or minor time will coincide with twilight. In low light conditions predators have better cover for their ambush and often hunt in shallow water.
  • Nautical Twilight begins:
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  • Visibility:
    34%
  • Third Quarter Moon - 34% illuminated Third Quarter Moon
Next New Moon in ~6 days on 10th September
  • Distance to earth:
    363,324 km
    Proximity:
    99.5 %
We can compare the current moon distance to it's minimum and maximum distance from earth and express that as proximity. A high proximity means the moon is closer to earth. At 50% it would be at it's mean distance. A high proximity causes big tides, currents and has a direct effect on increased bite times. A proximity greater than 90% indicates a super moon.
Moon Phases for Indianola
New Moon
Thu, 10 Sep
Full Moon
Sat, 26 Sep

Solunar Bite Times

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Best fishing times:
  • minor Time:
    12:08 am - 02:08 am
  • major Time:
    07:25 am - 09:25 am
  • minor Time:
    03:22 pm - 05:22 pm
  • major Time:
    07:45 pm - 09:45 pm
All times are displayed in the America/Chicago timezone and are automatically adjusted to daylight savings. The current timezone offset is -5 hours. Green and yellow areas indicate the best fishing times (major and minor). The center shows the current moon phase which is a Third Quarter Moon at 34% lumination. According to the Solunar Theory, today is a average day for fishing, but you need to cross check this with the current weather forecast for a final decision. The next best fishing time ( ) starts in -4 hour and -18 minute. The gray time indicator displays the current local time.
America/Chicago • Sat, 5 Sep 04:06 • 41.358, -93.557
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Current Fishing Weather

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7 Day Fishing Weather

The weather plays an important role in fishing. Wind strenght and direction often determine where you can fish and where fish might be holding. Although high pressure is usually good for fishing, steep pressure changes often trigger feeding frenzies and are great times for fishing. Of course temperature has also a strong effect on fishing and comfort on the water. So make sure to cross check the weather forecast with the solunar fishing times to determine the best times to go fishing. The graph below shows you the 3 hourly weather progression over the next 7 days. Scroll the graph left or right to see more.
Selected Weather Station: Indianola, US
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7 Day Fishing Forecast Calendar
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*bold times indicate best fishing times around sunrise or sunset

Fishing Overview Indianola

Indianola, Texas, sits on the western shore of Matagorda Bay, giving anglers direct access to protected bay systems, productive marsh drains, and nearby Gulf passes. The area is best known for consistent catches of speckled trout, redfish, black drum, and flounder, with additional action from sheepshead, sand trout, and seasonal Spanish mackerel and tripletail.

Spring in Indianola usually kicks off with warming water and increasing bait activity along shallow shorelines and back lakes. Look for trout and redfish over knee- to thigh-deep flats holding mullet and shrimp. Soft plastics on 1/8–1/4 oz jig heads, slow-walked topwaters early and late, and popping corks with shrimp imitations are reliable choices. Work windward shorelines in slightly off-colored water; the wind often stacks bait and predators together.

Summer patterns center on deeper structure and dawn and dusk bites. Speckled trout commonly hold over shell reefs, channel edges, and deeper bay guts. Many anglers launch around Indianola and run to mid-bay reefs or anchor and fan-cast plastics, live shrimp, or croaker. Fish early with topwaters, then switch to soft plastics and live bait as the sun gets higher. Redfish cruise shallow marsh drains and flooded shorelines on higher tides; sight-casting with weedless gold spoons or paddle tails can be very effective in clear water.

Fall is arguably the prime season for Indianola fishing. Cooling temperatures concentrate shrimp and finfish in bayous, sloughs, and passes, drawing in trout, redfish, and flounder. Focus on current-laden points, the mouths of drains, and the edges of drop-offs leading from shallow flats to deeper bay water. A simple jig-and-plastic combo bounced along bottom will catch nearly everything, while flounder respond well to slow, deliberate hops near sand and mud edges with scattered shell. Bull redfish often run near passes and channel edges; heavier tackle and larger cut bait or mullet imitations help handle these powerful fish.

Winter fishing around Indianola is about finding stable water and subtle depth changes. Trout and redfish often slide into deeper holes, channels, and mud-bottom basins that warm quickly on sunny days. Waders and boaters should key on knee-deep shelves adjacent to deeper water and move slowly, thoroughly covering each zone. Slow-sinking twitch baits, shrimp imitations under light corks, and soft plastics retrieved at a crawl can trigger cold-water strikes. Calm, clear days call for lighter leaders and more natural-colored lures.

Indianola’s mix of grass flats, oyster reefs, marsh drains, and bay shorelines rewards mobility and observation. Watch for slicks, nervous bait, diving birds, and subtle color changes to pinpoint active fish. Tidal movement is crucial; plan trips around incoming or outgoing water rather than slack tide. Whether fishing from the bank, wading, kayaking, or running a bay boat, methodically work each piece of structure, adjust lure weight to maintain contact with the strike zone, and let the wind and current help you cover productive water efficiently.

Interactive Fishing Map for the greater Indianola area

We found a total of 40 potential fishing spots nearby Indianola. Below you can find them organized on a map. Points, Headlands, Reefs, Islands, Channels, etc can all be productive fishing spots. As these are user submitted spots, there might be some errors in the exact location. You also need to cross check local fishing regulations. Some of the spots might be in or around marine reserves or other locations that cannot be fished. If you click on a location marker it will bring up some details and a quick link to google search, satellite maps and fishing times. Tip: Click/Tap on a new area to load more fishing spots.

West Creek - 3.81614362368km , Cavitt Creek - 7.89541826094km , Lake Ahquabi - 8.11787201589km , Sants Branch - 8.75027431757km , Plug Run - 9.43945843547km , Felters Branch - 10.14039411606km , Turkery Creek - 11.63043144289km , Clanton Creek - 14.9022403748km , Papoose Creek - 15.53946490823km , Box Elder Creek - 17.94664408219km , Skinaway Creek - 19.06923672445km , Avon Lake - 19.08196512659km , Broadhorn Creek - 19.26176418954km , Middle River - 19.49259830787km , North River - 19.71150342316km , Fly Creek - 20.20325149551km , Randleman Lake - 20.64405587986km , Browns Lake - 20.75143823369km , Flank Creek - 21.64228809793km , Yeader Creek - 21.64318570118km , Case Lake - 23.03449292415km , South River - 23.06894009322km , South Otter Creek - 23.90746530592km , Howard Lake - 24.39659669985km , Grays Lake - 24.53528168704km , Waller Lake - 24.58930376961km , Thomas Lake - 24.90906068438km , Spires Lake - 24.96194537688km , Raccoon River - 25.00842884991km , Scott Street Dam - 25.06123987049km , Cotton Creek - 25.12076724543km , Frink Creek - 25.13289887484km , Winn Branch - 25.56047563537km , Dean Lake - 25.61858929211km , Mill Branch - 25.73393085101km , Pinchey Bottoms - 26.38331838719km , Little Fourmile Creek - 26.72886913365km , Victory Creek - 26.72969212331km , Limestone Creek - 27.00794217203km , Kirk Branch - 27.13071091567km

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