• Fishing Hot Spots at Lake Sam Rayburn After Recent Rains

  • Jan 5 2025
  • Length: 3 mins
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Fishing Hot Spots at Lake Sam Rayburn After Recent Rains

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  • As of January 5, 2025, Lake Sam Rayburn is offering some exciting fishing opportunities, especially with the recent rain affecting the water levels and clarity.

    First off, the lake level is on the rise due to the recent rain, and the water is slightly stained, particularly in the creeks and upriver areas, with a temperature of around 60 degrees. The lake is currently 1.15 feet below pool level[1][4].

    For today, the sunrise is at about 7:20 AM, and the sunset will be around 5:20 PM. There isn't a tidal report to consider since Lake Sam Rayburn is a freshwater reservoir.

    Fish activity has been quite promising. Bass are moving shallow into the bush and grassy areas with the new water, making crankbaits and swim jigs good choices for catching them in these shallow waters upriver. Crappie and white bass are also active, moving upriver, while catfish are biting well in 15-26 feet of water on cut bait and minnows[1][4].

    For largemouth bass, focus on areas with vegetation edges, flats, and creek channels, especially in the lower part of the reservoir where the water is clearer. During this time of year, bass are active for longer periods of the day, making crankbaits and spinnerbaits effective. For crappie, jigs and minnows are excellent, targeting shallow areas around vegetation during their spawn and deeper waters around brush piles and creek channels otherwise[2][3].

    Some hot spots to consider include the areas around submerged aquatic vegetation, standing timber, and flooded terrestrial vegetation. The upper third of the reservoir, though less vegetated, offers good habitat around timber, brush, laydowns, and creek channels. Man-made fish attractors also provide additional structure[2][3].

    In summary, with the rising water levels and slightly stained water, Lake Sam Rayburn is a great place to be for some productive fishing. Target bass in shallow waters with crankbaits and swim jigs, crappie with jigs and minnows in vegetated areas, and catfish in deeper waters with cut bait and minnows. Enjoy your day on the lake
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