Hey there, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Lake Austin fishing report for Sunday, March 23, 2025. It's a beautiful spring day with temperatures expected to reach the mid-70s and partly cloudy skies. Sunrise was at 7:32 AM, and we're looking at sunset around 7:45 PM, giving us plenty of daylight hours on the water.

Now, let's talk fish. The bass bite has been heating up lately, with reports of some nice largemouth being pulled in. Water temps are in the low 60s, which means we're right in that sweet spot for pre-spawn and early spawn activity. Folks have been having luck with Alabama rigs and jerkbaits in deeper water, while others are finding success working the grass edges in 5 to 15 feet.

Speaking of grass, it's making a comeback in Lake Austin, and that's great news for us anglers. We're seeing hydrilla, coontail, eel grass, and milfoil, which are all prime habitats for those lunkers we're after. A few lucky anglers have even reported hooking into some 8 to 10-pounders, so there's definitely potential for a trophy catch.

As for lures, I'd suggest having a mix of moving baits and slower presentations. Swimjigs, chatterbaits, and swimbaits have been producing when fished over the grass. Don't forget to pack some weedless drop shots and light Texas rigs for when the bite slows down. And if you're up for some excitement, try working a glide bait along the shoreline structure.

For you live bait enthusiasts, minnows under a cork along the weed lines have been doing the trick. Just remember to keep an eye out for those pleasure boaters, especially as we get later in the day.

Now, let me share a couple of hot spots with y'all. The area around Bee Creek near Tom Miller Dam has been producing some nice catches. Also, don't overlook Bull Creek near the 360 bridge crossing. These major creek entries tend to hold some good-sized fish.

One last tip: with the full moon coming up, we might see more bass moving into the shallows to spawn. Keep an eye on those creek backs and boat bays for some potential sight fishing opportunities.

Alright, folks, that's the scoop for today. Remember to clean, drain, and dry your boats to keep those pesky zebra mussels at bay. Now get out there and tight lines to ya!

Hey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Lake Austin fishing report for March 22, 2025. Let's dive right in!

First off, we've got a beautiful spring day ahead of us. Sunrise was at 7:32 AM, and we'll see the sun dip below the horizon at 7:38 PM, giving us plenty of daylight to wet our lines. The weather's looking mighty fine with highs around 75°F and partly cloudy skies. As for tides, well, Lake Austin is a constant-level lake, so we don't have to worry about that here. Just keep an eye on those water releases from upstream Lake Travis, as they can stir things up a bit.

Now, onto the fishing! Folks, the largemouth bass bite has been on fire lately! Water temps are hovering in the low 60s, and these fish are in full pre-spawn mode. We've been seeing a lot of 3-5 pounders, with a few lucky anglers landing some real lunkers in the 8-10 pound range. Just last month, Willie Pipkin set a new lake record with a whopping 14.05-pounder!

The best action has been coming from the grass edges in 5-15 feet of water. Small profile Alabama rigs and jerkbaits have been absolute killers for suspended fish. If you're looking to target those bigger bass, try pitching jigs or Texas-rigged worms around boat docks and submerged timber.

White bass are also making their annual spawning run up the Colorado River. Anglers are having success with small inline spinners and crappie jigs in white or chartreuse. For you catfish enthusiasts, the bite has been steady with some nice blues and channels being caught on cut shad and stinkbait.

As for hot spots, I'd recommend trying your luck around Mansfield Dam or up in the Sandy Creek arm. The area near Emma Long Metropolitan Park has also been producing some quality fish. And don't forget about the 360 Bridge area – there's some great structure there, and the fish have been stacked up like cordwood.

Remember, folks, practice catch and release when you can, especially with those big spawners. Let's keep Lake Austin fishing great for years to come. Tight lines, everyone! This is Artificial Lure, signing off until next time.

Hey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Lake Austin fishing report for March 21, 2025. First off, let's talk weather. We're looking at a beautiful spring day with highs around 75°F and partly cloudy skies. Sunrise was at 7:32 AM, and sunset will be at 7:38 PM, giving us plenty of daylight to reel in some big ones.

Now, onto the fishing. The largemouth bass bite has been on fire lately! Water temps are hovering in the upper 60s, and these fish are in full pre-spawn mode. We've been seeing a lot of 3-5 pounders, with a few lucky anglers landing some real lunkers in the 8-10 pound range[1][2].

The best action has been coming from the grass edges in 5-15 feet of water. Small profile Alabama rigs and jerkbaits have been absolute killers for suspended fish. If you're looking to target those bigger bass, try pitching jigs or Texas-rigged worms around boat docks and submerged timber[3].

White bass are also making their annual spawning run up the Colorado River. Anglers are having success with small inline spinners and crappie jigs in white or chartreuse[4].

For you catfish enthusiasts, the bite has been steady with some nice blues and channels being caught on cut shad and stinkbait[5].

As for hot spots, I'd recommend trying your luck around Mansfield Dam or up in the Sandy Creek arm. The area near Emma Long Metropolitan Park has also been producing some quality fish[6].

Remember, Lake Austin is a constant-level lake, so we don't have to worry about tides here. Just keep an eye on those water releases from upstream Lake Travis, as they can affect the fishing.

Tight lines, everyone! This is Artificial Lure, signing off until next time.

Hey y'all, Artificial Lure here with your Lake Austin fishing report for March 19, 2025.

Let's start with the basics - sunrise was at 7:32 AM and sunset will be at 7:39 PM. Weather's looking mighty fine today with highs around 75°F and a light breeze from the southeast. No tides to worry about on this constant-level lake, but keep an eye on those dam releases upstream.

Now for the good stuff - the fish are biting! With water temps climbing into the mid-60s, those largemouth bass are getting frisky. We've been seeing a lot of 3-5 pounders, with a few lunkers in the 7-8 pound range. The spawn is kicking into high gear, so look for bass in shallow coves and around docks.

Crappie fishing has been decent too, especially around brush piles in 15-20 feet of water. A few catfish are being caught, but nothing to write home about just yet.

For lures, you can't go wrong with a Texas-rigged plastic worm in watermelon red or green pumpkin. Chatterbaits and spinnerbaits are working well too, especially in shad patterns. If you're after those spawning bass, try sight fishing with a weightless Senko or a small jig.

Live bait anglers are having luck with shiners and nightcrawlers. For catfish, cut bait or stinkbait is the way to go.

As for hot spots, I've been hearing good things about the area around Mansfield Dam and the mouth of Bull Creek. The boat docks near Emma Long Metropolitan Park have been producing some nice bass too.

Remember folks, the lake can get busy with pleasure boaters, so be careful out there and consider fishing early mornings or evenings. Tight lines, y'all!

Hey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Lake Austin fishing report for March 17, 2025. The weather's looking mighty fine today with sunny skies and temps in the low 70s. Sunrise was at 7:35 AM and sunset will be at 7:42 PM, giving us plenty of daylight to work with. Now, Lake Austin is a constant-level lake, so we don't have to worry about tides, but keep an eye on those water releases from upstream Lake Travis.

Fish activity has been picking up lately with the warmer weather. Bass are starting to move into shallower water, getting ready for the spawn. We've been seeing a lot of 2-4 pounders, with a few 6-8 pound lunkers mixed in. Catfish and sunfish action has been steady too.

For lures, I've had great luck with jerkbaits and Alabama rigs in deeper water, especially around suspended fish. When targeting those grass edges in 5-15 feet, try a wacky-rigged Senko or a lightweight Texas rig. Don't forget about topwater action early in the morning - a Zara Spook or buzzbait can really get them fired up.

If you're more of a live bait angler, shiners and nightcrawlers have been producing well for bass and catfish. Crickets or worms under a bobber are your best bet for sunfish.

As for hot spots, I'd recommend checking out the area around Pennybacker Bridge (360 Bridge) - there's some good structure there and it's been holding fish. Another solid option is the mouth of Bull Creek, especially if you're after those bigger bass.

Remember to practice catch and release, especially with those bigger fish. They're the ones that'll keep our fishery strong for years to come. Tight lines, y'all!

Howdy folks, Artificial Lure here with your Lake Austin fishing report for March 16, 2025. The weather's looking mighty fine today with sunny skies and temperatures climbing to the mid-70s. Sunrise was at 7:32 AM, and we're looking at sunset around 7:41 PM, giving us plenty of daylight to wet our lines.

Now, Lake Austin ain't got no tides to speak of, being a constant-level lake, but we've had some decent rainfall lately, keeping the water levels nice and steady. Water temp's hovering around 65 degrees, which has really kicked the fish activity into high gear.

Largemouth bass have been on fire lately, with several anglers reporting catches in the 4-6 pound range. Just last week, ol' Billy Bob landed himself a whopper – a 9-pounder near the dam! White bass are still running strong up in the creeks, and we're seeing some nice catches of catfish too.

For you bass hunters, I'd recommend tossing some soft plastics like watermelon red Senkos or green pumpkin creature baits. Crankbaits in shad patterns have been working well too, especially near the submerged vegetation. If you're after those white bass, small inline spinners or white curly-tail grubs are your best bet.

Live bait's always a good choice, and the catfish have been going nuts for cut shad and nightcrawlers. Don't forget about those sunfish either – they're biting like crazy on small worms under a bobber.

As for hot spots, I'd say give the area around Mansfield Dam a try – that's where the big bass have been hanging out. For white bass, head up to the mouth of Bull Creek. And if you're looking for a mixed bag, the stretch near Emma Long Metropolitan Park has been producing well.

Remember, folks, the grass is coming back strong in Lake Austin, so keep an eye out for those weed lines – that's where the big ones are lurking. Tight lines, y'all, and I'll catch you next time!

Hey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Lake Austin fishing report for March 15, 2025.

First off, let's talk weather. We're looking at a beautiful spring day with highs around 75°F and partly cloudy skies. Sunrise was at 7:32 AM, and sunset will be at 7:38 PM, giving us plenty of daylight to reel in some big ones.

Now, onto the fishing. The largemouth bass bite has been on fire lately! Water temps are hovering in the upper 50s, and these fish are in full pre-spawn mode. We've been seeing a lot of 3-5 pounders, with a few lucky anglers landing some real lunkers in the 8-10 pound range.

The best action has been coming from the grass edges in 5-15 feet of water. Small profile Alabama rigs and jerkbaits have been absolute killers for suspended fish. If you're looking to target those bigger bass, try pitching jigs or Texas-rigged worms around boat docks and submerged timber.

White bass are also making their annual spawning run up the Colorado River. Anglers are having success with small inline spinners and crappie jigs in white or chartreuse.

For you catfish enthusiasts, the bite has been steady with some nice blues and channels being caught on cut shad and stinkbait.

As for hot spots, I'd recommend trying your luck around Mansfield Dam or up in the Sandy Creek arm. The area near Emma Long Metropolitan Park has also been producing some quality fish.

Remember, Lake Austin is a constant-level lake, so we don't have to worry about tides here. Just keep an eye on those water releases from upstream Lake Travis, as they can affect the fishing.

Tight lines, everyone! This is Artificial Lure, signing off until next time.

Hey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Lake Austin fishing report for March 14, 2025.

The weather's looking mighty fine today with sunny skies and temps in the low 70s. Sunrise was at 7:35 AM and sunset will be at 7:42 PM, giving us plenty of daylight to work with. Now, Lake Austin is a constant-level lake, so we don't have to worry about tides, but keep an eye on those water releases from upstream Lake Travis.

Fish activity has been picking up lately with the warmer weather. Bass are starting to move into shallower water, getting ready for the spawn. We've been seeing a lot of 2-4 pounders, with a few 6-8 pound lunkers mixed in. Catfish and sunfish action has been steady too.

For lures, I've had great luck with jerkbaits and Alabama rigs in deeper water, especially around suspended fish. When targeting those grass edges in 5-15 feet, try a wacky-rigged Senko or a lightweight Texas rig. Don't forget about topwater action early in the morning - a Zara Spook or buzzbait can really get them fired up.

If you're more of a live bait angler, shiners and nightcrawlers have been producing well for bass and catfish. Crickets or worms under a bobber are your best bet for sunfish.

As for hot spots, I'd recommend checking out the area around Pennybacker Bridge (360 Bridge) - there's some good structure there and it's been holding fish. Another solid option is the mouth of Bull Creek, especially if you're after those bigger bass.

Remember to practice catch and release, especially with those bigger fish. They're the ones that'll keep our fishery strong for years to come. Tight lines, y'all!

Hey y'all, Artificial Lure here with your Lake Austin fishing report for March 12, 2025.

The weather's been mighty fine lately, with temps in the mid-70s and partly cloudy skies. Sunrise was at 7:42 AM and sunset's expected around 7:38 PM, giving us plenty of daylight to wet our lines.

Now, Lake Austin ain't got no tides being a freshwater lake, but the water level's been holding steady at about 492 feet above sea level. Water temp's sitting pretty at 68 degrees, which has really got the fish moving.

Speaking of fish, the largemouth bass have been on fire! Anglers have been pulling in some real beauties, with several 5-pounders reported this week. The white bass run is still going strong too, with folks catching limits up in the creeks.

For you catfish lovers, channel cats have been biting well, especially at night. A few lucky anglers even landed some nice flatheads in the 20-pound range.

As for lures, you can't go wrong with a Texas-rigged plastic worm for those largemouth. Chartreuse and white spinnerbaits have been killer for the white bass. For catfish, good ol' stinkbait or cut shad are your best bets.

If you're looking for some hot spots, try working the points and drop-offs near Mansfield Dam for those big bass. For white bass, head up to Bee Creek or Bull Creek. Catfish have been hanging out near the deep holes by Emma Long Park.

Remember, folks, the hydrilla's making a comeback, so keep an eye out for those grass beds - they're holding some real lunkers!

That's all for now, y'all. Get out there and tight lines!

Howdy, y'all! This is Artificial Lure, your local fishing guru, coming at you with the latest scoop on Lake Austin. As of March 11, 2025, we're looking at a beautiful spring day with temps in the mid-70s and partly cloudy skies. Sunrise was at 6:42 AM, and we'll see the sun dip below the horizon at 7:31 PM, giving us plenty of daylight to wet our lines.

Now, Lake Austin ain't tidal, but we've had some decent rainfall lately, keeping the water levels nice and steady. The bass have been on fire, folks! I'm hearing reports of largemouth in the 3-5 pound range being caught regularly, with a few lucky anglers landing some real lunkers pushing 8 pounds. These big boys are starting to move into the shallows for their spring spawn, so keep your eyes peeled for those bedding areas.

As for lures, you can't go wrong with a Texas-rigged plastic worm in watermelon red or green pumpkin. Chatterbaits in white or chartreuse have also been producing some nice catches, especially around boat docks and submerged timber. For you topwater enthusiasts, early mornings have been prime time for some explosive action on Zara Spooks and buzzbaits.

If live bait's more your style, shiners and nightcrawlers are always a solid bet. The catfish have been biting well on stinkbait and cut shad, particularly in the deeper holes near the dam.

For you crappie lovers, they've been schooling up nicely around brush piles and bridge pilings. Minnows under a slip bobber or small jigs in white or chartreuse should do the trick.

As for hot spots, I'd recommend trying your luck around the 360 Bridge area. There's some great structure there, and the fish have been stacked up like cordwood. Another honey hole has been the mouth of Bull Creek - just watch out for the pleasure boaters as the day wears on.

Remember, folks, practice catch and release when you can, and always follow our local regulations. Tight lines, and I'll catch y'all on the flip side!