Fishing at Peterson Bayou, Chambers County, Texas

• Overview

  Peterson Bayou lies in Chambers County, Texas. Elevation runs to 3 feet. With some 47 acres of water, there is room for a boat but no need of one. It is a small entry by Chambers County standards. The closest town, Anahuac, is 5.5 miles away. For a city, Pasadena is 29 miles off. Rules can differ a short way off, since the county line is near.

• Where to Fish on Peterson Bayou

  Depth figures are not published for this one. Work the tide here — moving water feeds, slack water rests. A soft bed grows weed late into autumn, which keeps fish shallow. The shallow end warms first and pulls fish in ahead of the rest. Nearby survey and observation records mention blue catfish, channel catfish and spotted gar. It reflects what has been logged, which depends on who was looking. Read Peterson Bayou before you fish it and the day goes better.

• Seasonal Patterns

  July runs about 83°F on average, January about 52°F. Year-round warmth means year-round fishing, with early starts in summer. Late winter and spring fish steadiest here. November and March are the quiet, comfortable months to be out. The season on Peterson Bayou rarely departs from it.

• Tackle & Baits

  The access position is unclear from public sources. Public mapping records no formal access here, so plan for a walk and soft ground. For the catfish, fish bottom baits into the deeper holes and let them sit. Some banks are open only from a marked point. Where the way in crosses private ground, ask first. If the gate is shut, Round Lake at 0.7 miles is the nearest alternative. Confirm access to Peterson Bayou locally before you travel.