Slop Bowl is a Swamp located in Brazoria County, TX. Starting in the Slop Bowl has a total surface area of 2.7 miles. The Slop Bowl has an elevation of 7 feet. Find maps, fishing guides and recreation info at Guidesly.

About Slop Bowl, TX 

 The Slop Bowl is a marsh or swamp estimated to be around 1,350 acres with a 1-meter elevation. The swamp can be found in Brazoria Country, at the southern end of the Brazoria National Wildlife Refuge. You can find the swamp right along  Oyster Creek and the Ridge Slough stream.  

Many types of bird species have taken this area as their habitat. These include waterfowl, shorebirds, wading birds, wood storks, and even the rare Reddish Egrets. Many hunters have used this area to hunt geese as well. It’s best to do so during the spring when the birds are arriving back from winter. Thanks to the marsh’s location and isolation, it has been called “a duck hunter’s paradise” many hunters have trudged through knee-deep mud just to catch the best game.  

All About Fishing in Slop Bowl, TX

Slop Bowl may be a dangerous area, especially for those who are visiting for the first time. It is so large, and because the area is muddy, it is infested with mosquitos, snakes, and disease-carrying insects. 

The high salinity in the water allows salt marsh species to dominate the many small ponds scattered around the area. There used to be inflow from other water sources, but due to certain landscape renovations, the waters have become still, perfect for a methodical fishing trip. The most prominent fish that can be caught in the swamp is red drum and fluke. With enough skill, you can also catch a spotted sea trout or even an Atlantic croaker.  

The marsh’s waters are fairly calm and would be ideal for casual fishing. You’ll just have to bring the appropriate bait. It is best to use live bait for red drum. You’ll find that small-scaled sardines are one of their favorites. If those are unavailable, menhaden, pinfish, or some mullet will serve you just as well. If a fluke is more your fancy, mud minnows or killifish will suffice.  

Fishing Seasonality

The Slop Bowl swamp has many fish species living in its waters. You can improve your chances of catching them if you start from March to June since the most prominent fish species are more active during this time.

The fishing rules in this area are not very strict, so you can fish any time you want so long as you have the proper fishing license. Reports in the area show that the best time to fish is from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM. It’s also possible to get good results starting at 1:00 PM up to 4:00 PM, either time will help you get the fish you want.

Fishing Seasonality

The Slop Bowl swamp has many fish species living in its waters. You can improve your chances of catching them if you start from March to June since the most prominent fish species are more active during this time.

The fishing rules in this area are not very strict, so you can fish any time you want so long as you have the proper fishing license. Reports in the area show that the best time to fish is from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM. It’s also possible to get good results starting at 1:00 PM up to 4:00 PM, either time will help you get the fish you want.

All About Fishing in Slop Bowl, TX

Slop Bowl may be a dangerous area, especially for those who are visiting for the first time. It is so large, and because the area is muddy, it is infested with mosquitos, snakes, and disease-carrying insects. 

The high salinity in the water allows salt marsh species to dominate the many small ponds scattered around the area. There used to be inflow from other water sources, but due to certain landscape renovations, the waters have become still, perfect for a methodical fishing trip. The most prominent fish that can be caught in the swamp is red drum and fluke. With enough skill, you can also catch a spotted sea trout or even an Atlantic croaker.  

The marsh’s waters are fairly calm and would be ideal for casual fishing. You’ll just have to bring the appropriate bait. It is best to use live bait for red drum. You’ll find that small-scaled sardines are one of their favorites. If those are unavailable, menhaden, pinfish, or some mullet will serve you just as well. If a fluke is more your fancy, mud minnows or killifish will suffice.