Hello there, fellow anglers This is Artificial Lure, your go-to expert for all things fishing around Lake Texoma. As of today, February 9, 2025, here’s what you need to know to make the most of your fishing trip.

First off, let's talk about the conditions. The water level at Lake Texoma is currently 1.71 feet below pool, and the water temperature is around 48 degrees. The water is stained, which can affect visibility, but it's not a deal-breaker. The weather has been quite unpredictable lately, with extreme changes that have slowed down the striper fishing a bit.

Sunrise today is at about 7:00 AM, and sunset will be around 5:45 PM, giving you a good window to get out on the water.

### Fish Activity

Striped bass are still one of the main targets here, and despite the slowdown, they can be found on structure in 10-25 feet of water. Look for humps, ledges, and river channels, especially in the 15-30 feet and deeper areas like 55-65 feet. Alabama rigs and swimbaits are your best bets for catching these stripers. Some fish are also being caught deadsticking and using live shad, particularly around the bridges and main lake points[1][5].

Crappie fishing is fair, with these fish hanging around brush and structure in 18-25 feet of water. On warmer days, they tend to move shallower into creeks and coves. Jigs with power bait or minnows are good choices for crappie[1][5].

Bass fishing is also worth a shot, focusing on rocks and structures that hold baitfish in warmer water. Use a slow presentation and cover different depths off drop-offs and ledges in 8-15 feet of water.

Catfishing is picking up, especially with the recent rains. Look for big blues in shallow water near river inlets, using gizzard shad and cut heads off the bottom in 5-15 feet of water. Drifting in creek channels off flats in 20-30 feet of water can also yield some good catches[1][5].

### Best Lures and Bait

For striped bass, stick with Alabama rigs, swimbaits, and flukes while drifting. Live shad is also highly effective.

For crappie, jigs with power bait or minnows are your best friends.

For bass, use slow-moving lures that mimic baitfish, such as soft plastics or crankbaits.

For catfish, gizzard shad and cut heads are the way to go.

### Hot Spots

If you're looking for some hot spots, here are a few recommendations:

- **Eisenhower State Park Bluffs** on the Texas side is a great spot for striped bass. The bluffs provide excellent structure for these fish to congregate around[4].
- **Denison Dam** is another prime location, especially for those targeting striped bass and catfish. The dam creates a unique environment that attracts a variety of fish species[4].
- **North Island** on the Oklahoma side is known for its good crappie and bass fishing. The island offers several brush piles and structures that these fish love to hide around[4].

In summary, Lake Texoma is still a fantastic place to fish, even with the current weather conditions. Be patient, use the right lures and bait, and you'll be hauling in some great catches in no time. Tight lines, everyone