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  • Late May Fishing on Lake Texoma: Stripers, Cats, and Heavy Boat Traffic

    Late May Fishing on Lake Texoma: Stripers, Cats, and Heavy Boat Traffic
    May 23 2025
    Howdy folks, Artificial Lure here with your Lake Texoma fishing report for Friday, May 23, 2025. We've got ourselves a beautiful late May morning on the lake today.

    The water's currently running stained with temperatures around 65-70 degrees, and the lake level is sitting about 14.91 feet above pool. This high water is creating some interesting fishing conditions, so pay attention to those submerged trees that are starting to show their tops.

    Striper fishing has been hit-or-miss lately, but there are still opportunities out there. Early morning topwater action can be productive, especially near shallow flats and creek entrances. Once the sun gets higher, shift to fishing flats and ledges in 15-25 feet of water with live bait. By midday, those stripers are suspending around 40 feet down over deep flats in 50-65 feet of water. With the lake levels up, some fish are moving into the flooded trees, so watch for some exciting surface strikes there!

    The shad spawn is winding down, but there's still plenty of bait in the system. If you're targeting stripers, try swimbaits in 10-20 feet of water after that early morning topwater bite fades.

    Catfishing has really fired off in the murky flooded waters. Look for channel and blue cats around flooded willows and rocks in 5-15 feet of water. Cut shad and prepared baits are working well for numbers and good-sized fish. Flatheads are hitting live shad near stumps off the bottom.

    Crappie fishing remains good on jigs and medium minnows around brush piles in 12-15 feet of water. Most are smaller fish with the occasional spawned-out female.

    Bass fishing is good on the south end of the lake. Try live shad along gravel flats in 5-10 feet of water. Jigs, swimbaits, soft plastic worms, and craws are also producing around points and rock piles.

    For hot spots, I'd recommend checking out the windblown points for white bass action, particularly at daybreak. The flooded timber areas on the north end are holding some nice catfish, and the rocky points near Washita River entrance are producing mixed bags of stripers and white bass.

    Remember folks, this is Memorial Day weekend, so expect heavy boat traffic out there. Keep your eyes open and practice safe boating. Take a moment to honor those who've made the ultimate sacrifice for our country while you're enjoying the lake.

    This is Artificial Lure signing off until next time. Tight lines, y'all!
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  • Lake Texoma Fishing Report: Late May Stripers, Catfish, and Crappie Bite

    Lake Texoma Fishing Report: Late May Stripers, Catfish, and Crappie Bite
    May 21 2025
    Howdy folks, Artificial Lure here with your Lake Texoma fishing report for Wednesday, May 21, 2025. We’re rolling into late May with water still stained from recent high water and sitting about 18 feet below pool level. Morning temps are hovering around 65 degrees, and we’ve got plenty of daylight with the sun peeking up at 5:30 AM and setting just after 7:15 PM. Weather’s fair and shaping up for a good day on the water.

    Fish activity is moderate to good right now—best bite windows are early dawn and again as evening rolls in. Striper action has been heating up over the past week. If you’re after those big linesiders, target the shallow points and creek-ledges in 5-12 feet of water with swimbaits and topwaters. For live bait fans, shad fished on points and humps in 25-40 feet are producing solid numbers, especially when you spot birds like egrets working the banks. The north and west ends of the lake have been especially productive for striper, with a lot of fish moving up shallow as water temps climb[1][3].

    For catfish, both channel and blue cats are going strong in the murky, flooded willows and rocky areas in 5-15 feet of water. Prepared baits, cut shad, or whole shad are your best bets, and folks are reporting both good numbers and size here lately. Try setting up off river channels or near where fresh water is flowing in for the best action[2][3].

    Crappie are still holding in the creeks, especially where there’s inflow. Use jigs or minnows and concentrate on shallow flats and points near spawning areas. In muddy water, go with dark colors. If you’re fishing near docks or structure in clearer water, lighter colors work best[1].

    Largemouth and smallmouth bass action is improving. Bass are staged up by brush, docks, and marinas and are biting well on hard baits and plastics. Look for them in shallow cover that’s warmed up quickly with the recent sunshine[1].

    Hot spots to try today: the north end coves near the Washita arm for striper, and the flooded willow groves on the west side for catfish. Both areas have been putting out steady catches.

    Best lures today are soft plastic swimbaits, topwater plugs at first and last light for striper, jigs and minnows for crappie, and plastics or crankbaits for bass. For bait fishing, fresh shad is king, but don’t overlook prepared catfish baits.

    Watch for floating debris as the lake’s on the rise, and play it safe out there. Good luck and tight lines from your local fishing buddy, Artificial Lure[1][2][3].
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  • Lake Texoma Fishing Report: Spring Striper Frenzy, Catfish Bonanza, and Crappie Insights

    Lake Texoma Fishing Report: Spring Striper Frenzy, Catfish Bonanza, and Crappie Insights
    May 19 2025
    Howdy folks, this is Artificial Lure with your Lake Texoma fishing report for May 19, 2025.

    We’ve got a classic spring setup on the lake this week. Water levels are high and stained, running about 5 to 6 feet above normal pool from all the recent runoff, and most of the lake has a real good mudline right now. Water temps are holding in the mid to upper 60s, just about perfect for getting the bite going. Sunrise is coming in around 5:30 AM and sunset is close to 7:15 PM, so there’s plenty of daylight for chasing your favorite species. Fish activity is best early in the morning and again during the evening, so plan to hit the water at first light or stick it out until dusk for your best shot at a full stringer[2][4].

    The striper bite has been heating up. If you can find a little clearer water or work near the mud edges, you’ll find hungry schools. Live shad is hands-down the hottest bait right now. Fish them deep, in 40 to 50 feet of water, and suspend your shad about halfway down. Bigger bait means a better shot at those trophy stripers. Topwaters are working along flooded rocks, especially early, and if you see birds or egrets working the banks, get over there fast—the striper and hybrid action is usually not far behind. Swimbaits in bright colors are also producing, especially once the sun gets higher[2][4].

    Catfishing is as good as I’ve seen in a while. Blue and channel cats are thick in the flooded willows and rocks between 5 and 15 feet. Prepared stink baits and fresh cut shad are both catching numbers and size. Flathead catfish are showing up in stumpy areas, especially on live shad, while blue cats are coming from the deeper bluffs—target 40 to 50 feet off the rocks. Creek mouths in the coves are holding some big channel cats, especially close to 30 feet[1][2][3].

    Crappie fishing is slow, with most fish shallow up in the flooded trees and grass. You might pick up a few using slip corks and minnows in the trees or on jigs tipped with a nibble off the docks[2].

    Bass fishing is solid—largemouth and smallmouth are both taking topwaters and plastics, especially along rock banks where the shad are spawning. Try marinas with old tires for a quick bite, especially early in the day[2].

    For hot spots, check the north and west ends for stripers, especially where you spot birds working. For catfish, the coves with flooded willows are a sure bet. If you’re after hybrids and stripers, also try the flats and points in 10 to 20 feet with swimbaits, or get out deep near the dam as fish start moving that way post-spawn[2][4].

    That’s the scoop for today. Stay safe, watch for floating debris with all this high water, and tight lines from Artificial Lure.
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  • Lake Texoma Fishing Report - Stripers, White Bass, Crappie, and Catfish Biting!

    Lake Texoma Fishing Report - Stripers, White Bass, Crappie, and Catfish Biting!
    May 18 2025
    Howdy, folks! Artificial Lure here with your Sunday morning fishing report for Lake Texoma on this fine May 18th, 2025.

    The water's running about 65 degrees with the lake sitting around 18 feet below pool level according to the latest readings from a few days back. Water's got that classic Texoma stain to it, but that ain't stopping the fish from biting!

    Striped bass action has been heating up lately! Those birds know what they're doing - look for banks with egrets for the bigger fish, while the north and west ends are holding plenty of keeper-sized stripers. The topwater bite is ON, folks! Early morning and late evening are your prime times. Live shad is producing limits on points and humps, but if you're like me and prefer artificial baits, swimbaits and Alabama rigs are still doing the trick. The slab bite is just starting to pick up too.

    White bass are hitting swimbaits, slabs, small crankbaits, and spoons. They've been schooling around the Lee day area, and those windy points next to deep water are your best bet.

    For you largemouth hunters, buzz baits, crankbaits, craws, and bladed spinnerbaits in 2-12 foot depths have been productive. The recent shad spawn around boat houses has the predator fish fired up!

    Crappie fishing has slowed a bit as they've finished spawning and are transitioning back to main lake creek entrances. If you're still after them, try minnows and jigs near boathouses, timber near channels, and brush piles.

    Catfish are excellent on punch bait, chicken liver, and cut bait. Look for them on rocky structure - they've been particularly active lately.

    Hot spots this week include the river channel and tributaries for stripers, and the Alberta Creek area has been consistently producing. Don't overlook Washita Point if the wind allows - that's been a sleeper spot lately.

    With the recent rainfall, be careful near river entrances where the water's muddied up. That's pushed some fish out of the river system, so adjust accordingly.

    Sunrise today was around 6:15 AM with sunset expected at 8:30 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to get after 'em.

    Weather-wise, we're looking at a decent day for being on the water, but as always on Texoma, watch that wind!

    That's the word from the lake today, folks. Remember to wear your life jackets and respect the water. Until next time, this is Artificial Lure saying tight lines and God bless Texas!
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  • Lake Texoma Fishing Update: Stripers, Cats, and Bass Biting Despite Fluctuating Water Levels

    Lake Texoma Fishing Update: Stripers, Cats, and Bass Biting Despite Fluctuating Water Levels
    May 17 2025
    Howdy folks, Artificial Lure here with your Lake Texoma fishing report for this fine Saturday morning, May 17, 2025.

    The lake is sitting about 18 feet below pool level with water temps around 65 degrees and a bit stained. We've had some interesting conditions lately with the water levels fluctuating - just last week parts of the lake were 6 feet above normal due to runoff, but things have settled down considerably.

    Striper fishing has been the talk of the town lately. Earlier this month, they were hitting topwaters along the banks in the early mornings. The bigger fish have moved to deeper water now as the spawn wraps up. Your best bet is to target them with live shad in deep water, 50-70 feet, with the bait suspended around 40-50 feet down. Remember what the old-timers say - bigger bait equals bigger fish!

    Channel and blue catfish have really turned on in the last week. They're hitting prepared baits or cut shad in flooded willows and rocky areas in 5-15 feet of water. Blues are also being found off the bluffs in 40-50 feet of water, while channel cats are hanging around creek mouths in about 30 feet.

    Bass fishing has been decent with smallmouth and largemouth hitting topwaters and plastics along rocky areas where shad are spawning. The tires near marinas have been holding some nice bass too.

    Crappie fishing has been slow, but you might find some success with slip corks and minnows in the trees or jigs with crappie nibbles around docks.

    For hot spots, I'd recommend checking out the dam area as stripers are transitioning there post-spawn. Also keep an eye out for birds working the banks - that'll lead you straight to the stripers. The Washita River arm has been producing nice catches too when you can find clearer water.

    Best lures right now are bright colored swimbaits, topwaters for early morning, and crankbaits. But honestly, live shad is your ticket to the biggest fish in the lake right now.

    Sunrise today was around 6:30 AM and sunset will be about 8:20 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to get on the water.

    Weather-wise, we're looking at a warm day with light winds - perfect conditions to get out there.

    Remember to watch for those submerged trees that are starting to show as the water level has dropped. Don't want y'all tearing up your lower units on my watch!

    Tight lines, folks! This is Artificial Lure saying get out there and wet a line - the fish are waiting!
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  • Lake Texoma Fishing Report May 16, 2025: Striper Action Heats Up, Catfish Bite Stays Strong

    Lake Texoma Fishing Report May 16, 2025: Striper Action Heats Up, Catfish Bite Stays Strong
    May 16 2025
    Howdy folks, Artificial Lure here with your Lake Texoma fishing report for Friday, May 16th, 2025.

    The weather today is looking decent for a day on the water with temps around 65 degrees. Water's running about 18 feet below pool level and stained, which ain't ideal but we're making do. Sun's up around 5:30 AM and sets around 7:15 PM, giving y'all plenty of daylight to get those lines wet.

    Fish activity today is moderate to good according to the solunar forecast. Best times to be out there are early morning and evening hours when that bite score climbs up near 70%.

    Striper action has been picking up nicely this past week. Those boys have been hitting live shad on points and humps in 25-40 foot depths. If you're more of an artificial bait angler like myself (hence the name!), swim baits are working real good on shallow points and creek ledges in 5-12 foot water. Top water bite has been on too, especially on the north and west end of the lake. Look for banks with egrets - they're often indicating where the bigger fish are holding.

    Catfishing remains excellent right now. Folks are having good luck drifting cut shad on deep flats off the river channels, especially toward the lake ends in 25-55 foot water. Punch bait and chicken liver are also producing. Some real nice eaters along ledges in that 40-50 foot range.

    Crappie have finished their spawn and are transitioning back to main lake creek entrances. They've been a bit harder to find but worth the effort.

    For hot spots, I'd recommend checking out the Lee day area where white bass have been schooling on windy points next to deep water. Also, the river channel and tributaries have been productive for stripers if you're using live bait.

    The recent rainfall has muddied up some areas, particularly near river entrances, pushing fish out of the river system. Shad are spawning around boathouses, so that's another area worth investigating.

    Word is the bite has been tougher where water is heavily stained, so try to locate patches of cleaner water if you can. With the lake level where it is, be extra cautious while navigating - there's some dangerous debris floating around.

    That's the skinny for today, folks. Y'all be safe out there, wear them life jackets, and don't forget to snap a picture of your catch before you release 'em. This is Artificial Lure signing off 'til next time. Tight lines!
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  • Texoma Fishing Report: Stripers, Whites, Crappie Biting Well as Temps Rise in Mid-May

    Texoma Fishing Report: Stripers, Whites, Crappie Biting Well as Temps Rise in Mid-May
    May 14 2025
    This is Artificial Lure with your Lake Texoma fishing report for Wednesday, May 14, 2025.

    We kicked off this morning with a comfortable springtime pattern on the lake. Water temps are running about 70 to 73 degrees, just a touch above normal for this time of year. The water is stained and sitting roughly at pool level, thanks to some recent rains but nothing out of the ordinary for May. Sunrise was right around 6:20 AM, and you can plan on sunset just after 8:20 PM. No tidal activity here on Texoma, so that is one less variable to worry about.

    Fishing has been hot and patterns are consistent. The striped bass bite is excellent early, especially around first light. Folks are landing stripers consistently using topwater lures in the shallows and then switching to swimbaits and Alabama rigs as the sun gets up and the fish move out to deeper water—think 25 to 30 feet. Some folks have had real luck working banks where you spot egrets feeding; those spots seem to be holding the bigger stripers. Shad are spawning around boat houses and rocky points, and the striper are right behind them. If you want numbers, stick to the north and west ends of the lake for box fish, but try the main lake points and ledges for your shot at a trophy[2].

    White bass are moving well too, especially on slabs in the same deeper waters as the stripers. A few are still being caught pushing upriver. Crappie finished the main spawn and are migrating back to creek mouths and main-lake brush piles—best bet is minnows or small jigs around structure in 10 to 18 feet.

    Catfish are biting good on rock structure using cut bait and punch bait in the shallow rocks, especially with the warmer, murky water. They are around the rivers too, so try some cut shad or chicken liver if you want to fill a cooler[2].

    Largemouth bass are holding on deeper structure. Soft plastics are your go-to, especially around submerged timber and rocky outcrops.

    Top lures this week are topwater plugs and swimbaits for stripers, slabs and small crankbaits for whites, and classic jigs or minnows for crappie. For catfish, nothing beats cut bait or punch bait right now.

    A couple of local hot spots: the Washita River mouth is stacking up striper and whites, and the rocky points near Eisenhower State Park are fishing really well early in the morning[2][3]. Don’t overlook the flats near Highport Marina for some afternoon action either.

    That wraps up the mid-May report. Good luck out there, keep an eye out for those feeding birds, and as always, respect the lake and its limits. Tight lines!
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  • Lake Texoma Fishing Report: Stripers, Cats, and Bass Bites Hot Despite High Water

    Lake Texoma Fishing Report: Stripers, Cats, and Bass Bites Hot Despite High Water
    May 12 2025
    Good morning, anglers! This is Artificial Lure bringing you your Lake Texoma fishing report for Monday, May 12, 2025.

    Let's talk water conditions first - Lake Texoma is currently running high, several feet above normal pool level. The lake's flooded conditions have created some interesting opportunities, especially for catfish anglers.

    Weather-wise, we're looking at another beautiful May day on the water. Sunrise was about 6:30 this morning, and sunset will be around 8:15 tonight, giving you plenty of daylight hours to wet a line. Temperatures started in the mid-60s and will climb to the low 80s this afternoon with light south winds - perfect fishing weather!

    The striper bite has been inconsistent lately due to the high water, but there are still plenty to be caught if you know where to look. Your best bet is to target clear water pockets, especially early in the morning. Watch for birds working the shallows - they'll lead you to the action. Topwaters are producing nice blowups along flooded rocks where shad are spawning. For bigger fish, try live shad in deeper water, 50-70 feet, with your bait suspended around 40-50 feet down. Remember, bigger bait equals bigger fish!

    Catfishing has absolutely fired off in the murky flooded waters! Blues and channels are hitting prepared baits and cut shad in flooded willows and rocky areas in 5-15 feet of water. For flatheads, focus on stumpy areas with live shad. The blue cats are hanging off the bluffs in 40-50 feet, while channels are showing up near creek mouths in about 30 feet.

    Bass fishing remains good with smallmouth stacked on rocky points in 6-12 feet of water. Largemouth have moved up into the flooded brush and backs of creeks. Early mornings are best with topwaters, then switch to plastics as the day progresses.

    Crappie fishing is slower but still productive if you're willing to work for them. They're shallow up in the flooded trees and grass. Try slip corks with minnows among the trees, or jigs tipped with crappie nibbles around docks.

    Hot spots this week include the area between the Washita and river mouth for stripers, while Alberta Creek and Soldier Creek on the Texas side are also producing well. For catfish, focus on the flooded coves and creek mouths.

    Best lures right now are topwaters early, 5-inch swimbaits in bright colors, and plastic worms for bass. Don't forget your cork rigs for those shallow catfish!

    That's it for today's report, folks. This is Artificial Lure saying tight lines and good fishing!
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