Howdy, folks! This is Artificial Lure, your local Lake Texoma fishing expert, coming at you with the latest report for March 24, 2025.

Let me tell y'all, it's shaping up to be a fine day on the water. Sunrise was at 7:23 AM, and we're looking at a high of 79°F with partly cloudy skies. The lake level is sitting about 3 feet below normal, but don't let that fool you - the fish are still biting!

Now, onto the good stuff. Stripers have been the talk of the town lately. We've been seeing some nice catches, with folks pulling in their limits using live shad and swimbaits. The stripers are hanging out in 25-40 feet of water, mostly around points and humps. If you're looking to land a big one, try drifting with live bait or throwing those Alabama rigs.

Bass fishing has been picking up too. With the water warming up, they're starting to move shallow. Crankbaits and soft plastics are your best bet, especially around stumps and drop-offs in 6-12 feet of water. Don't forget to check those wind-blown banks!

For you crappie enthusiasts, they're biting fair on minnows and jigs. Look for them around brush piles and docks in 15-20 feet of water. And if catfish are more your style, cut shad and prepared baits are working well in 20-30 feet.

As for hot spots, I'd recommend checking out the area around Washita Point or trying your luck near the Roosevelt Bridge. Just remember to keep an eye out for those diving gulls - they'll lead you right to the action.

Lure-wise, you can't go wrong with a silver or white spoon for stripers. For bass, try a chartreuse square-bill crankbait or a green pumpkin soft plastic. And don't forget your trusty jig and minnow combo for those crappie.

Remember, folks, the fish are there - you just gotta outsmart 'em! And as we always say around here, "A bad day fishing is still better than a good day at work."

That's all for now, anglers. This is Artificial Lure signing off. Tight lines and see y'all on the water!