Episodes

  • "Lake Texoma's Fishing Hotspots: Stripers, Crappie, and Catfish Thriving in Ideal Conditions"

    "Lake Texoma's Fishing Hotspots: Stripers, Crappie, and Catfish Thriving in Ideal Conditions"
    Nov 23 2024
    As of November 23, 2024, Lake Texoma is offering some excellent fishing opportunities. Here’s what you need to know:

    **Weather and Water Conditions:**
    The water temperature is at 69 degrees, and the water is stained. The lake level is 1.69 feet below pool, which is relatively stable. Today's weather is expected to be mostly sunny with a high of 68 degrees and a low of 59 degrees tonight.

    **Sunrise and Sunset:**
    Sunrise is at around 6:55 AM, and sunset will be at approximately 5:05 PM.

    **Fish Activity:**
    Striper fishing is great right now. Thousands of gulls are showing up, indicating active feeding schools. Use live bait and slabs under the birds in the main river channels or on drifting flats in 30 feet of water. Topwaters are also effective early in the day, especially along sandy points and creeks. Cast swimbaits under the birds or on structure in 15-20 feet of water for consistent bites.

    Catfishing is also excellent, particularly on cut shad and whole gizzard shad near the rivers and off the river channels on deep flats in 30-40 feet of water. Big blues are starting to show up, so be prepared for some larger catches.

    Crappie fishing is picking up, with the best results coming from using jigs and small shad under dock floats and along the tops of brush piles in 6-12 feet of water. Electronics can help locate active fish suspended throughout the brush.

    Bass fishing will continue to improve as temperatures drop and water levels rise. Look for bass to be more active, chasing baits and making more mistakes. Try Alabama rigs with flukes and hard baits off the banks towards the middle of shallow coves and near docks in 5-12 feet of water.

    **Hot Spots:**
    One of the best spots for striped bass is midlake, particularly between the islands and the 377 bridge. For crappie, focus on the Little Mineral Arm of the lake, targeting brush piles in 8-25 feet of water. For catfish, the deep flats off the river channels and near the rivers are highly productive.

    **Best Lures and Bait:**
    For striped bass, live bait, slabs, and swimbaits are top choices. Topwaters like Berley's Choppo plugs are effective early in the morning. For crappie, use jigs and small shad, and for catfish, cut shad and whole gizzard shad are the way to go. For bass, Alabama rigs with flukes and hard baits are recommended.

    Overall, Lake Texoma is in great shape for fishing, with plenty of active fish and clear guidelines on where and how to catch them.
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    3 mins
  • Stripers, Crappie, and Cats: Exceptional Fishing Conditions at Lake Texoma

    Stripers, Crappie, and Cats: Exceptional Fishing Conditions at Lake Texoma
    Nov 22 2024
    As of November 22, 2024, Lake Texoma is offering some exceptional fishing conditions. Here’s what you need to know for a successful day on the water.

    ### Weather and Water Conditions
    The weather is looking great, with a sunny day expected and a high of 84 degrees. The water temperature is at 69 degrees, and the lake level is 0.28 feet below pool. The water is stained, which is typical for this time of year.

    ### Sunrise and Sunset
    Sunrise is at 6:58 AM, and sunset will be at 5:06 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to catch some big ones.

    ### Fish Activity
    Striped bass fishing is excellent right now. These fish are actively schooling and can be found near river channels, main lake points, and shallow flats. Look for diving birds, as they will often lead you to feeding schools of striped bass. Use live bait, slabs, and swimbaits to catch these stripers, especially in areas with bird activity. Topwaters are effective early in the day, particularly along gravel shorelines near main lake points[1][3][4].

    Crappie fishing is also picking up as the water temperatures drop. Target them around docks, brush piles, and standing timber in 6-12 feet of water using jigs and small shad. Electronics can help you locate active fish suspended in the brush[1][3].

    Catfishing is improving with the cooler weather. Look for catfish on deeper flats near river inlets in 25-40 feet of water. Drift with cut shad or whole gizzard shad for bigger fish. Smaller catfish can be found on cut shad and prepared baits in 35-55 feet of water near river channels and main lake points[1][3].

    ### Best Lures and Bait
    For striped bass, live shad, slabs, and swimbaits are your best bets. Topwaters are effective early in the day, especially around gravel shorelines. Alabama rigs with flukes and hard baits can also work well off the banks towards the middle of shallow coves and near docks[1][3][4].

    For crappie, use jigs and small shad under dock floats and along the tops of brush piles. Live minnows and small chartreuse jigs are also effective in 10-15 feet of water[1][3].

    For catfish, cut shad and whole gizzard shad are the way to go. Drift these baits on deeper flats near river inlets for bigger fish[1][3].

    ### Hot Spots
    One of the hot spots right now is the main lake points and river channels, where striped bass are schooling under the birds. Another good spot is the shallow flats in 12-25 feet of water, where you can use topwaters and slabs to catch stripers. For crappie, focus on the brush piles and docks in the Little Mineral Arm of the lake. For catfish, the deeper flats off the river channels and main lake points are producing good results[1][3][4].

    Overall, Lake Texoma is in great shape for fishing, and with the right lures and bait, you should be able to catch some impressive fish. Good luck out there
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    3 mins
  • Excellent Fishing at Lake Texoma: Stripers, Crappie, and More Biting in Ideal Autumn Conditions

    Excellent Fishing at Lake Texoma: Stripers, Crappie, and More Biting in Ideal Autumn Conditions
    Nov 17 2024
    As of November 17, 2024, Lake Texoma is offering some excellent fishing opportunities, despite the changing weather conditions. The water is stained, with a temperature of about 69 degrees, and the lake level is 2.59 feet below pool.

    The weather has been cooling down, which is typical for this time of year, and this has triggered some significant fish activity. Striped bass fishing is particularly great, with thousands of gulls showing up to indicate the presence of these fish. You can catch striped bass using live bait and slabs under the birds in the main river channels or by drifting flats in about 30 feet of water.

    Crappie fishing is fair, with live minnows and small shad working well around docks and on brush in 8-12 feet of water. For largemouth and smallmouth bass, live shad along the bluffs on the main points and swimbaits on the gravel banks are producing some good catches.

    Catfishing is also good, especially when drifting cut gizzard shad along flats in 50-60 feet of water off the river channels. Smaller fish can be found on ledges and humps in about 40 feet of water.

    For the best results, focus on midlake areas where striped bass are active on slabs, swimbaits, and even some deadstick action. The west end of the lake between the islands and the 377 bridge has been a hot spot recently.

    Sunrise today is around 6:55 AM, and sunset will be at about 5:10 PM. While there are no significant tidal changes to note on Lake Texoma, the cooler weather and longer nights are dropping the water temperatures, making it an ideal time for fishing.

    If you're looking for specific hot spots, try the Little Mineral Arm of the lake for crappie on paddle jigs and live or dead minnows, and the south end of the lake for largemouth and smallmouth bass on live shad along the boulders and gravel bars. Topwater action late in the evening near creeks can also yield some great catches.

    Overall, Lake Texoma is in great shape for fishing right now, so grab your gear and take advantage of the excellent conditions.
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    3 mins
  • Fall Fishing Frenzy on Lake Texoma: Stripers, Cats, and More

    Fall Fishing Frenzy on Lake Texoma: Stripers, Cats, and More
    Nov 16 2024
    As of November 16, 2024, Lake Texoma is offering some exciting fishing opportunities, despite the transitioning fall weather.

    First, let's talk about the conditions. The water is slightly stained with a temperature of around 65 degrees, and the lake is currently 2.68 feet below pool level. Sunrise today is at about 6:54 AM, and sunset will be around 5:06 PM. There are no significant tidal changes to worry about on Lake Texoma, as it is a freshwater lake.

    Fish activity is quite vibrant, especially for striped bass. Yesterday, anglers reported good catches of striped bass using live shad in 40-60 feet of water, with the fish suspended around 30 feet down. Although the warm temperatures have reduced surface feeding, topwaters can still be effective early in the morning, particularly on main lake points and the backs of coves. Keep an eye out for diving birds, as they often mark feeding schools.

    For catfish, chunked up gizzard shad drifted along the bottom in 50-60 feet of water has been productive. Smaller fish are stacked on the ledges in 30-40 feet of water. Crappie are fair on boat docks and brush piles in 8-12 feet of water, with jigs and live minnows being the best choices.

    Largemouth and smallmouth bass fishing is good along the bluffs, with live shad and swim baits working well in the backs of rocky coves.

    If you're looking for hot spots, consider the areas around the Washita River and the Red River. These areas tend to have good concentrations of striped bass, especially where the river channels intersect with the main lake. Another spot is the vicinity of Eisenhower State Park, where the bluffs and rocky coves provide ideal habitat for bass and other species.

    In terms of lures, swimbaits and slabs are excellent choices for striped bass, especially when fish are deeper or when surface action is observed. For crappie, chartreuse paddle tail jigs and minnows are recommended. For catfish, cut shad and prepared baits like punch bait are working well.

    Overall, Lake Texoma is in a great fall pattern, with plenty of fish to be caught. Just remember to move frequently if you're not getting bites, as the fish can be scattered across the lake.
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    3 mins
  • Lake Texoma Fishing Forecast: Stripers, Cats, and Crappie Thriving in Cooler Temps

    Lake Texoma Fishing Forecast: Stripers, Cats, and Crappie Thriving in Cooler Temps
    Nov 15 2024
    As of November 15, 2024, Lake Texoma is offering some excellent fishing opportunities, especially with the cooler weather setting in.

    ### Weather and Water Conditions
    The water temperature is around 69 degrees, and the lake is slightly stained with a level 0.28 feet below pool. The weather has cooled down significantly, which has improved the fishing conditions.

    ### Sunrise and Sunset
    Sunrise today is at 6:53 AM, and sunset will be at 5:13 PM, giving you a good window for both morning and afternoon fishing.

    ### Fish Activity
    Striped bass fishing has been great, with many anglers reporting daily limits. These fish are actively feeding on live bait, particularly live shad, in depths of 25-40 feet near river channels and creeks. The topwater bite is also picking up, especially early in the morning in the shallows. You can expect to see some surface action, especially with the presence of diving birds marking feeding schools.

    Catfish are also biting well, with blue, channel, and flathead catfish being caught on cut bait, live shad, and prepared baits like punch bait. Look for them around channels, coves, and main lake points in 15-50 feet of water.

    Crappie fishing is fair, with fish being caught on jigs and live minnows around brush piles, boat docks, and creek ledges in 8-20 feet of water.

    ### Best Lures and Bait
    For striped bass, live shad and topwater lures are highly effective. When the fish are deeper, using slabs under gulls can be very productive. Swimbaits are also working well when there is more surface action.

    For catfish, cut bait, live shad, and prepared baits like punch bait are the way to go.

    Crappie are biting on chartreuse paddle tail jigs and live minnows.

    ### Hot Spots
    One of the hot spots is around the river channels and creeks where striped bass are feeding on live bait. Another good area is the brush piles and creek ledges for crappie. The main lake points and coves are also productive for both striped bass and catfish.

    Overall, Lake Texoma is in great shape for fishing right now, so grab your gear and head out to take advantage of the excellent conditions.
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    3 mins
  • Striped Bass Bonanza and Crappie Craze at Lake Texoma's Fall Fishing Hotspots

    Striped Bass Bonanza and Crappie Craze at Lake Texoma's Fall Fishing Hotspots
    Nov 10 2024
    As of November 10, 2024, Lake Texoma is offering some exceptional fishing opportunities, especially with the fall season in full swing.

    ### Weather and Water Conditions
    The water temperature is around 65-68 degrees, with the water level at about 2-3 feet below normal. The water is lightly to normally stained, which is ideal for various fishing techniques.

    ### Sunrise and Sunset
    Sunrise today is at around 6:45 AM, and sunset will be at approximately 5:15 PM, giving you a good window for both morning and afternoon fishing.

    ### Fish Activity
    The fall pattern is fully active, with striped bass feeding aggressively. These fish are biting well on live shad in 40-60 feet of water, suspended around 30 feet down. You can also catch them using topwaters and swimbaits in shallower areas, particularly in the 5-15 feet range on flats and the backs of creeks[5].

    Largemouth bass are active on crankbaits, Texas rigged worms, and spinners, especially in less than 20 feet of water. They are also chasing shad in shallow water, making swimbaits and minnow-like jerk baits effective[5].

    White bass are plentiful and biting well on live shad and slabs, particularly around midlake points and drop-offs. Crappie are fair on minnows and jigs near boat docks, brush piles, and timber in 8-12 feet of water[5].

    Catfish are biting well on cut shad and prepared baits in 40-50 feet of water, with some good catches reported along the bottom in these depths[5].

    ### Best Lures and Bait
    For striped bass, live shad and slabs are highly effective. Topwaters and swimbaits are also working well, especially during early morning hours when the fish are shallow. For largemouth bass, crankbaits, Texas rigged worms, and spinners are good choices. White bass are responding well to live shad and slabs. Crappie are biting on minnows and chartreuse paddle tail jigs. Catfish are best caught with cut shad and prepared baits.

    ### Hot Spots
    One of the hot spots is around the Crappie Island, Key Ranch, and the spillway humps where you can find good stacks of hybrids and white bass. Another area is the midlake points and drop-offs along sandy flats throughout the dam area, where schooling fish are active[2][5].

    Keep an eye out for diving birds, as they often mark feeding schools of fish on the surface throughout the lake. With the fall transition in full swing, Lake Texoma is offering a thrilling fishing experience, so make sure to take advantage of these conditions.
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    3 mins
  • "Fall Fishing Frenzy at Lake Texoma: Tips for Catching Stripers, Bass, Catfish, and Crappie"

    "Fall Fishing Frenzy at Lake Texoma: Tips for Catching Stripers, Bass, Catfish, and Crappie"
    Nov 9 2024
    As of November 9, 2024, Lake Texoma is offering some exceptional fishing opportunities. Here’s what you need to know for a successful day on the water.

    **Weather and Water Conditions:**
    The water temperature is around 65 degrees, with the lake level at 2.68 feet below pool. The water is normally stained, which is typical for this time of year.

    **Sunrise and Sunset:**
    Sunrise today is at around 6:45 AM, and sunset will be at approximately 5:15 PM.

    **Fish Activity:**
    Striped bass fishing has been excellent, particularly with live shad. Anglers reported catching a significant number of stripers yesterday, with many fish suspended around 30 feet down in 40-60 feet of water. Look for diving birds to mark feeding schools, as they are still active despite the warmer temperatures.

    Largemouth bass are good on crankbaits, Texas rigged worms, and spinners. Drifting live baits in less than 20 feet of water has been producing the best results. Some bass are moving into shallow water, chasing shad in the 3-10 foot range.

    Catfishing is good on chunked up gizzard shad, especially when drifting along the bottom in 50-60 feet of water. Crappie are fair on boat docks and brush piles in 8-12 feet of water, using jigs and live minnows.

    **Best Lures and Bait:**
    For striped bass, live shad and slabs are highly effective. When there is surface action, swimbaits work well. Topwaters and swimbaits in 5-15 feet of water on flats and the backs of creeks are also productive.

    For largemouth bass, crankbaits, Texas rigged worms, and spinners are good choices. For catfish, cut shad and prepared baits in 40-50 feet of water are recommended. Crappie are biting on chartreuse paddle tail jigs and live minnows near brush piles.

    **Hot Spots:**
    Focus on the main lake points and the backs of coves for striped bass. For largemouth bass, the bluffs and rocky coves are good areas. Catfish can be found along the ledges in 30-40 feet of water, and crappie are often near boat docks and brush piles.

    Overall, Lake Texoma is in its fall fishing frenzy, with plenty of action across various species. Make sure to keep an eye on the birds and adjust your tactics accordingly to maximize your catch.
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    3 mins
  • Excellent Fishing at Lake Texoma: Stripers, Bass, and Catfish Abound in Ideal Conditions

    Excellent Fishing at Lake Texoma: Stripers, Bass, and Catfish Abound in Ideal Conditions
    Nov 8 2024
    As of November 8, 2024, Lake Texoma is offering some excellent fishing opportunities. The lake's elevation is currently 1.84 feet below pool, and the surface temperatures are ranging between 75 to 81 degrees, depending on the area.

    For those planning to head out, sunrise is at around 6:45 AM, and sunset will be at approximately 5:15 PM. The weather is expected to be mild, making it ideal for a day on the water.

    Fish activity has been robust, particularly for striped bass. These fish are biting well on live shad near river channels and flat areas, with some topwater action observed early in the day along rocky banks.

    Largemouth bass are also active, responding well to crankbaits, Texas-rigged worms, and spinners. Drifting live baits in less than 20 feet of water has been producing good results. You might also catch some on swimbaits in the rocky coves, especially in the south end of the lake.

    Catfish are good on cut shad and prepared baits, with big blues being caught while drifting in 40-50 feet of water along flats. Smaller catfish are found on ledges in 20-30 feet of water.

    Crappie fishing is fair, with catches coming from boat houses using minnows and small shad. Jigs are inconsistent but starting to show some activity in 8-12 feet of water.

    For the best results, focus on areas like the main lake ledges and humps near flats, and keep an eye out for gulls working active schools of fish. Swimbaits and live bait below these birds can yield significant catches.

    Hot spots include the rocky banks early in the day for striped bass and the south end of the lake for largemouth bass targeting large boulders. The flats and ledges in 12-25 feet of water are also productive for a variety of species.

    Overall, it's a great time to be out on Lake Texoma, with plenty of fish to go around and favorable conditions to make your fishing trip enjoyable.
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    2 mins