Good morning, anglers! Here’s your fishing report for today, April 4, 2025, on the legendary Lake Fork, Texas. Spring fishing is in full swing, and conditions could not be better for targeting some trophy fish.

The weather today is expected to be mild, with morning temperatures around 55°F climbing to the low 70s by the afternoon. Skies are partly cloudy with a light southeast breeze at 5-10 mph—perfect for fishing. Sunrise was at 7:12 a.m., and sunset will be at 7:47 p.m., providing plenty of daylight for your angling adventures.

Water temperatures are ranging between 58°F and 66°F, with the lake level just slightly below full pool. The water is stained, making lures with flash and vibration highly effective. Bass and crappie are active and moving toward shallower waters to spawn, keeping the action lively.

**Fish Activity and Catches:**
Largemouth bass fishing is excellent, with anglers catching bass in the 3-7 pound range, and some giants over 8 pounds have been reported recently. Smaller male bass are already patrolling shallow, sunny banks, while the larger females are staging close by. Crappie action has been steady, with good-sized slabs being hauled in near timber, brush piles, and bridges at depths of 6-20 feet. Water temps of 62-64°F are ideal for crappie moving into 2-4 feet of water to spawn.

**Best Baits and Lures:**
For largemouth bass, Texas-rigged soft plastics, wacky-rigged Senkos, chatterbaits, and square-billed crankbaits in red or crawfish patterns are working well in 1-3 feet of water. Jerkbaits remain effective for enticing staging females. For crappie, minnows, hand-tied jigs, and soft plastics are reliable choices. Lake Fork Trophy Lures’ Live Baby Shad Swimbait and Ring Fry are excellent options for both bass and crappie. Catfish seekers will find success with cut bait or stink bait in deeper channels.

**Hot Spots to Try:**
1. **Birch Creek:** Known for its abundant structure, including timber and grass, this area is perfect for targeting both spawning bass and crappie. Duck Call Cove, near the mouth of Birch Creek, is a particularly productive spot.
2. **Big Bass Point:** Located near the Hwy 514 Bridge, this spot consistently delivers trophy largemouth bass. Focus on fishing 10-16 feet of water with Carolina rigs or spinnerbaits in watermelon or June-bug colors.

With fish actively feeding and moving shallow, this is a fantastic time to hit the water. Whether you’re a bass enthusiast or a crappie specialist, Lake Fork is primed for big catches today. Tight lines and good luck!