Good morning from beautiful Lake Texoma. It’s Wednesday, April 30, 2025, and this is Artificial Lure with your latest fishing report straight from the heart of Texoma country. The lake has been rising after recent rains, sitting just a bit above one foot below normal pool. Water temperatures are climbing and are right around 62 degrees, with water stained in most areas. Sun rose today at 6:38 AM, and you can expect it to set around 8:10 PM, giving anglers plenty of daylight to chase that bite.

Let’s talk striper first, because it’s getting good out there. The live bait bite is heating up as we draw closer to the tail end of the shad spawn. Limits of box fish have been coming off flats and ledges in 25 to 45 feet of water. Bigger stripers are finishing their spawn up shallow near the river arms and on points. If you find dirty, warmer water at the ends of the lake, get your baits in—it’s where the action is. Swimbaits are working well on structure in 3 to 25 feet, and when you spot birds working, cast into the schooling stripers beneath in 30 to 70 feet. The slab bite should kick off soon[2][3][5].

Crappie anglers, look for fish stacked in the creeks and inflow areas, especially in shallow flats and around points. Jigs and minnows are putting fish in the boat, with dark colors working best in muddy water and lighter shades producing near docks and brush in clearer water[2][3].

Catfish are a bit up and down with the weather and lake level swings, but you’ll find blues and channels biting on whole shad or cut bait off river channel flats in 25 to 45 feet. Flatheads are turning up around stumps and brushy points, while channels are hugging the rocks and biting on punch and prepared baits[3][4].

Bass fishing, both largemouth and smallmouth, is picking up as we move through spring. The rise in water and stained conditions are helping. Fish are staging up near docks, rocks, and gravel bars—especially early. Try hard baits, plastics, or even spinnerbaits along those transitions. The shad spawn is kicking off, so expect hot action on rocky points and around marinas[4].

For hotspots, check out the Washita River arm for shallow, post-spawn stripers and the flats near Highport Marina for steady box fish. The creeks running into the Big Mineral arm are holding crappie and the rocky shoreline near Buncombe Creek continues to produce bass.

Weather’s looking good with calm conditions this morning, light winds, and only a slight chance of scattered showers later today. There’s no tidal influence on Texoma, so focus on timing your trips for early and late when the bite is best.

That’s your report for today. Good luck, stay safe with the high water and floating debris, and tight lines!

Good morning folks, this is Artificial Lure with your Lake Texoma fishing report for April 23, 2025.

Today’s sunrise came around 6:45 AM with sunset expected near 8:02 PM, giving us a nice long window for fishing. Weather is shaping up perfect this week. We’ve been seeing mild mornings in the low 60s, warming up to the mid-70s by the afternoon, and a gentle northwest breeze between 8 and 12 mph. Water temps are holding in the low 60s across most of the lake, with clarity ranging from two to seven feet, especially clear on the southeast side.

Striped bass action continues to be fantastic. The bite has been best on live shad, especially when fishing the main lake points and humps in 25 to 40 feet of water. Striper are coming up to feed aggressively, especially early and late in the day. If you’re after limits, focus on those areas with live bait, but swimbaits and flukes worked along shallow points and humps in 5 to 12 feet of water are also accounting for plenty of fish right now. If you want a little more elbow room, drift cut shad in deeper flats and near river channels, especially on the ends of the lake in 25 to 55 feet, is the ticket for some solid catfish action too. Eaters are plentiful along these ledges and open flats.

Bass fishing is picking up as well. Spotted, largemouth, and smallmouth are active, with most of the bigger ones sticking tight to rocky bluff points and structure where the wind is blowing across. Drop shots, wacky rigs, and ned rigs worked slow in 5 to 20 feet of water have produced good numbers, with some nice smallmouth over three pounds being reported. Lipless and shallow-running crankbaits are also worth a throw, particularly near gravely banks as the shad spawn ramps up.

Crappie are getting better by the day too, especially around the docks and brush in 10 to 15 feet of water. Jigs and small minnows have been doing the heavy lifting there. Catfish are biting well on live and cut bait near river mouths and channel bends.

Hot spots right now include the Washita River arm near Alberta Creek, and the points and humps off Highport and Soldier Creek. These areas are holding good numbers of fish and see plenty of bait activity.

Best baits this week: live shad and cut shad for striper and catfish, soft plastics and small crankbaits for bass, and jigs or small minnows for crappie.

That’s your Texoma update for today. Tight lines, and I’ll see you on the water.

Good morning anglers this is Artificial Lure with your Lake Texoma fishing report for April 21 2025

It’s a cloudy cool start to the week with sunrise at 647 am and sunset at 808 pm Temps are holding in the low 60s with the lake water sitting around 62 to 67 degrees after a recent cold front A bit of wind is in the forecast so keep an eye on those gusts if you’re launching today Texoma is still running a little below pool but is on the rise and stained with all the recent rain

Stripers are the star of the show this April Fishing for them has been hit-and-miss on the clear days but when clouds roll in and wind stirs things up the bite really picks up Live shad is top bait right now Drifting or anchoring on flats and ledges in 25 to 45 feet of water is putting solid limits of box fish in the boat If you’re after bigger linesides head up toward the mouths of the Red and Washita Rivers where fish are pushing shallow on points and humps Swim baits are working great on those shallower spots especially in 5 to 12 feet of water as the shad spawn is starting up

Crappie are spread out still spawning in the creeks but you can pick up some nice slabs around docks and brush piles in 8 to 15 feet with jigs Chartreuse is the color of choice Bass fishing is about to pop with that stained water and rising levels Fish rocky banks and gravel bars where shad are spawning Early mornings hit the docks and shallow rocks with spinnerbaits or crankbaits

Catfish reports are strong with eater-size blues biting cut shad along deep flats in 25 to 55 feet of water Channels are along the rocky banks taking punch baits and prepared baits Flathead catfish are beginning to show up around brush and stumps on main lake points If we get a good rain this week expect the catfish bite to jump even more

For hot spots try the following
- North Island and Washita Point for stripers on live shad or swim baits
- Platter Flats for blues and channel cats drifting cut shad
- The backs of Soldier Creek and Buncombe Creek for crappie near docks and brush

Lure-wise bring along swim baits soft plastics and topwaters for stripers as the shad move shallow Use chartreuse jigs for crappie and punch bait or cut shad for catfish

That’s the story from Texoma today Fish safe and be ready for anything this time of year Good luck and tight lines anglers

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Good morning from Lake Texoma, this is Artificial Lure with your local fishing report for April 20, 2025.

The weather is starting out mild today with water temps hovering around the low 60s. We’re just a little over a foot below pool, and the lake is on the rise, so keep an eye out for floating debris if you’re running up the rivers or into the creeks. Expect partly cloudy conditions and the wind to pick up by late morning. Sunrise was at 6:47 AM and sunset is forecast for 8:05 PM.

Striper fishing remains a big draw right now, though it’s been a little up and down with the winds. Live bait is pulling limits on the flats and ledges in 30 to 45 feet of water, especially on those southern marinas and as the fish push up the Red and Washita rivers. The bigger stripers are moving shallow near the rivers, hitting points and humps. On overcast or windy days, swimbaits cast to structure and allowed to sink before a slow retrieve are working well. Under the birds, look for schooling fish and throw those swimbaits into the action to get bit. The early shad spawn means a topwater bite isn’t far off, so keep walk-the-dog style baits handy[1][2][4].

Crappie anglers are seeing fair numbers, with fish scattered in the creeks and wrapping up their spawn. Jigs and minnows are the ticket, focusing on 8 to 12 feet around brush, docks, and especially in creeks with some inflow. Use dark colors in the muddy water and lighter stuff when you’re fishing clear water or around docks[2][3][4].

Catfishing is pretty reliable on the flats off the river channels in 25 to 45 feet using cut shad or even prepared baits. Eater-sized channels are still being picked up along the rocky areas and on the flats, and you’ll find the bigger blue cats suspended as shad move higher with the warming water. Flatheads are showing up on stumps and brushy points[1][2][3].

Bass fishing is picking up as the water gets more stained and levels rise. With the shad getting active, try rocks and gravel near the banks or hit the docks early. Soft plastics, spinnerbaits, and shallow crankbaits are all working, especially near marinas and creek mouths[2][3][4].

For hot spots today, try the Washita arm from Catfish Bay up toward Platter Flats for stripers and catfish. The mouth of Buncombe Creek and Brush Creek are holding a good mix of crappie and bass. Remember to watch for wind gusts and boat traffic as the spring bite draws big crowds.

That’s the lowdown from Lake Texoma for April 20. Tight lines and good luck out there!

This is Artificial Lure reporting in from Lake Texoma on April 19th, 2025, and let me tell you, fishing conditions are shaping up nicely out here. We had a full moon this weekend, and water temps are sitting right around 60 degrees. The lake is still a bit low, sitting just over two feet below pool, but it’s on the rise after recent rains, so keep an eye out for floating debris if you’re out running your boat. The water is stained, especially up in the creeks and back ends of the lake.

Sunrise was right around 6:50 am, and sunset is expected close to 8:05 pm. The wind is light today and temps should push into the mid-70s by afternoon – just about perfect weather for a spring fishing trip.

The shad spawn is kicking off which means the action is about to break wide open. Bass fishing is improving with all this stained water and rising lake levels. Look for both largemouth and smallmouth around rocks and gravel, and don’t be afraid to throw hard baits or plastics near brush piles, docks, and marinas. Crappie are moving up into creeks, especially where there’s inflow and slightly warmer water. Jigs and minnows are both putting fish in the cooler, with dark colors in the muddier water and lighter colors around docks and clearer structure.

Now, striper fishing is really the headline right now. We’re seeing good numbers caught on flats and ledges from 25 to 45 feet. Live shad is producing the best, but don’t overlook swimbaits on structure in water from 3 to 25 feet. If you see birds working, start casting your swimbaits into the action – there’s schooling stripers underneath in 30 to 70 feet of water. The slab bite is just about to get going, so keep those on hand.

Catfishing is a little up and down with the water levels, but if you find flats off the river channel in 25 to 45 feet, anchor up and use whole shad or rough fish for those bigger blues and channels. Prepared baits are still catching plenty of eaters on the deeper ledges and flats.

If you’re looking for a couple of Lake Texoma hot spots, Eisenhower State Park is always a safe bet for stripers and bass this time of year. Washita Point is putting out solid numbers too, especially on live bait. The creeks feeding into the lake, like Big Mineral and Buncombe, are also holding a lot of crappie and bass right now.

All in all, Lake Texoma is heating up with the weather and the bite is only going to get better as the shad spawn goes full swing. Live shad and swimbaits are top picks for stripers, jigs and minnows for crappie, and don’t forget your favorite plastics or crankbaits when hunting those bass. Tight lines, and I’ll see you on the water.

Good morning, anglers! Here’s your Lake Texoma fishing report for Monday, April 14, 2025. Conditions are shaping up nicely for a productive day on the water, with plenty of action across multiple species.

The water temperature is holding steady at 60°F, and the stained water clarity is ideal for many fish. The lake sits 2.12 feet below pool, so watch for any floating debris as the lake continues to rise. It’s a great time to target striped bass, as the post-spawn bite is heating up. Striper are schooling on flats and ledges in 25-45 feet of water and can also be found chasing baitfish into shallower areas. Best results have come from using live shad, swimbaits, and even slabs when the birds are active. Topwater lures like Pencil Poppers or Chug Bugs are also effective early in the day.

Crappie fishing is steady and improving. These fish are being caught in creeks with inflow and on brush piles in 10-15 feet of water. Use jigs or minnows and adjust colors to water clarity—dark in muddy areas and lighter by docks or structure. Meanwhile, largemouth and smallmouth bass are biting well on crankbaits, jerkbaits, and plastics near docks, brush piles, and marinas. These bass are staging for the spawn and can be found in 10-15 feet of water.

For catfish enthusiasts, the bite is inconsistent but rewarding. Target flats off river channels at 25-45 feet with whole shad or rough fish. Patience is key, as the rising lake levels and up-and-down weather have fish scattered.

Some fishing hotspots to consider today include the Buncombe Creek area, where stripers are hitting hard on live shad, and the north end near creeks, ideal for crappie and bass. Also, points along the south shorelines are heating up as the shad spawn approaches.

The weather today is mild, with calm winds and temperatures in the high 60s. Sunrise was at 6:53 AM, and sunset will be at 7:55 PM. These extended daylight hours are ideal for maximizing your time on the water.

As for tackle, popular choices for stripers include Sassy Shad paddle-tail swimbaits in chartreuse or threadfin patterns and 1.5 oz slab spoons in chrome or glow white. For crappie, a mix of chartreuse or white jigs paired with live minnows will be your go-to. Always keep some topwater lures at hand, especially during those early morning hours.

That’s the scoop for today, folks. Tight lines, and remember to respect the lake by draining your boats to prevent the spread of invasive species. Good luck out there!

Lake Texoma Fishing Report for April 12, 2025

Good morning, anglers! It’s a gorgeous spring day at Lake Texoma, and fishing is heating up as temperatures rise and fish get active. The water is stained and hovering around 60°F, with the lake sitting slightly below its normal pool level. The current weather promises mild temperatures with sunny skies, which should make for excellent fishing conditions throughout the day. Sunrise was at 6:54 AM, and sunset will be at 7:54 PM—plenty of daylight to reel in the big ones.

Striped bass fishing is particularly exciting right now. Stripers are moving aggressively toward shallow flats, creek-ledges, and points as they finish their spawning cycle. The best action has been in 25–40 feet of water using live shad, though swimbaits are also working wonders when cast near visible birds hovering above schooling fish. For shallower zones, try your luck with swim jigs or Alabama rigs around creek mouths and humps in 5–12 feet of water. A recent report noted anglers catching limits of stripers around Denison Dam and Burns Run East, making these reliable hot spots.

Crappie are on the move with the warmer water temperatures and recent inflow. Creeks with brush and structure are seeing an uptick in activity. Use jigs or minnows to target fish in 8–12 feet of water near the mouths of coves and timber. Pottsboro and Little Mineral Arm are excellent destinations to pull in slabs of crappie.

Catfishing is steady, especially on deep flats off the river channels in 25–55 feet of water. Drift cut shad or other prepared baits for good results. For those targeting larger catfish, whole gizzard shad fished along deeper ledges can produce some trophy-sized blues. Burns Run and Platter Flats are solid areas to try.

Bass anglers are reporting better activity around docks, brush, and shallow creeks. Largemouth and smallmouth bass are reacting well to crankbaits and jerk baits in shallow zones. For deeper brush piles and stumps, soft plastics like Texas rigs remain effective. Try Eisenhower State Park or bluffs near the Denison Dam for some of the best action.

If you're looking for hotspots, the Denison Dam remains a go-to area for striped bass, thanks to its rocky shoreline and congregation of baitfish. Burns Run East and the Islands near Highport Marina are also fantastic for both guided trips and independent anglers. For crappie, Pottsboro and Little Mineral Arm should not be overlooked.

Recommended bait and lures for today include:
- Live shad for stripers and catfish
- Jigs and minnows for crappie
- Crankbaits, jerk baits, and soft plastics for bass
- Swimbaits and Alabama rigs near schooling stripers

Whether fishing from a boat, the shore, or the pier at Eisenhower State Park, today is shaping up to be a great day on the water. Stay safe, watch for floating debris, and tight lines to all!

Lake Texoma is showing promising fishing conditions today, April 11, 2025. The water level is slightly below normal, at approximately 615.3 feet, and water temperatures are warming up, sitting around 60°F. A stained clarity across most of the lake provides good opportunities for anglers targeting multiple species.

Striped bass fishing has been fair but improving. The striped bass, still in their spawning phase, can be found on flats, ledges, and near creek mouths. Live shad continues to be the top bait choice, while artificial options like Alabama rigs, Sassy Shad, and swimbaits are effective when targeting deeper fish. Try your luck around points and under bird activity for the best chance of action. Early mornings, especially near shad spawning areas along windblown shorelines, are prime times for strikes.

Crappie fishing is consistent, with fish moving shallow for the spawn. Look for them near brush piles, standing timber, or shallow coves in 8-12 feet of water. Jigs in chartreuse or natural colors, as well as live minnows, are reliable go-to options.

Catfish remain active, especially near deeper channels, marinas, and river mouths. Both blue and channel catfish are biting well on cut bait, dough bait, and live shad. For trophy seekers, the main lake ledges and flats in 40-55 feet of water are yielding sizable catches.

Black bass, including largemouth and smallmouth bass, are also becoming more active with the warming water. They can be found near structure, docks, and rip-rap areas. Use crankbaits, soft plastics, and spinnerbaits for best results. Early mornings and evenings are productive near rocky points and in creeks.

For tackle suggestions, Sassy Shads on jig heads, chartreuse slab spoons, and topwater lures like the Chug Bug are staples at Lake Texoma. Drift fishing with live bait rigs is another effective approach.

Two hotspots worth exploring today are the Little Mineral Arm, which is holding plenty of crappie and striped bass, and the flats near the Big Mineral Arm, where striped bass are actively feeding. For catfish, focus on the deeper river channels and marina areas.

The sunrise this morning was at 6:59 AM, with sunset expected at 7:52 PM. Winds are light to moderate, and the weather forecast is favorable, with mild spring temperatures and partly sunny skies. With these conditions, it’s a great day to enjoy what Lake Texoma has to offer. Tight lines!

Lake Texoma is standing at 91.4% full, with a slightly stained water clarity and temperatures ranging from 52 to 56 degrees. Today's sunrise was at 7:14 AM, and sunset will occur at 7:38 PM, giving anglers plenty of daylight to take advantage of the improving spring fishing conditions. Striped bass activity is picking up as they move into spawning mode, though the bite can still be challenging in deeper water. Live bait such as shad and swimbaits are performing well, especially in areas around deep flats, ledges, and structures in 20 to 30 feet of water.

Crappie fishing has been particularly good this week with jigs and minnows yielding results in creeks, coves, and near brush and rocks. The fish are active in spawning and pre-spawning modes, with effective depths ranging from 5 to 25 feet. Largemouth bass have started to move into shallower waters as the temperature rises. Soft plastics, crankbaits, and spinnerbaits are good baits for bass, especially around stumps, rocks, and other structures.

Catfishing remains fair but is expected to improve as water inflows increase from recent rains. Look for blue and channel catfish near river mouths and deeper flats. Cut bait and live shad are your best bets for catching these bottom dwellers.

In terms of hot spots, the northern arms of the lake near the Red and Washita Rivers are ideal for targeting striped bass and catfish due to the natural spawning activity and inflows. Crappie anglers should focus on brush piles and creek mouths near marinas such as Highport Marina or Little Mineral Arm. The Eisenhower State Park area and the rocky bluffs nearby are also promising for smallmouth bass action.

For bait recommendations, live shad is king for stripers right now, while crappie are biting particularly well on chartreuse jigs and minnows. If you're targeting largemouth bass, try watermelon-colored lures and spinnerbaits for the best results.

With the fish transitioning into their spring patterns, now is a great time to hit the water. Whether you’re after a trophy striper or a cooler full of crappie, Lake Texoma has plenty to offer this April day. Tight lines!

Today at Lake Texoma, anglers can expect some fair conditions despite ongoing transitions in fish behavior. The water temperature is steadily rising towards 60°F, and the lake remains about 2.96 feet below normal pool. With a stained water clarity, striped bass are in their spawning mindset, making the bite sporadic but rewarding. Live bait, such as shad, remains effective on deep flats and river ledges, while swimbaits and Alabama rigs are producing in 20-30 feet of water near creek channels and points. These fish are transitioning to tributaries for spawning, so targeting the ends of the lake might yield better results.

Crappie fishing is showing improvement, particularly around brush piles and docks in 8-15 feet of water near coves and creeks. Minnows and jigs are the go-to baits for crappie right now, especially during early morning hours. Bass, including largemouth, are starting to become more active as the water temperature begins to hit the 60°F mark. Target them on structure, such as stumps and rocks, using soft plastics or crankbaits presented slowly.

Catfishing has been fair but could improve with the recent rain and water inflow. Look for catfish deeper on flats or near river mouths, using cut shad or punch bait. Though tougher this week, blue and channel catfish remain catchable around deeper structures in marinas.

The sunrise today is at 7:07 AM, and sunset will be at 7:38 PM. These low-light periods are prime times for fishing. The tidal influence, although less pronounced in Lake Texoma, aligns with high activity peaks around mid-morning, approximately 10:59 AM. Anglers should focus on these windows for improved success.

As for lures, live bait setups with shad, lightweight egg sinkers, and circle hooks perform well for striped bass. For artificial baits, swimbaits and soft plastics offer consistent results. For topwater action, try Heddon Super Spooks or other “walk-the-dog” style lures during calm conditions. Crappie anglers will find hair jigs in bright colors paired with minnows effective near structure.

Hotspots to consider include the Big Mineral Arm for striped bass and the creek mouths near the Oklahoma border for crappie and catfish. Marinas and deeper brush areas are also holding active fish.

Remember to adjust your approach based on water conditions and fish behavior, and tight lines to everyone heading out on Lake Texoma today!