Lake Texoma
lake in Oklahoma
Huge reservoir on the Oklahoma–Texas border producing big stripers and hybrids that respond to large surface poppers, swimbaits and streamer tactics on fly rods.
Conditions right now
No USGS gauge is linked to this water yet, so we can't chart flows.
What's working on Lake Texoma
- 01Clear skies and mild temperatures with a light north wind.
- 02Baitfish, particularly shad, are a dominant food source for predatory species.
- 03Subsurface patterns mimicking baitfish, leeches, and crustaceans are critical.
- 04Opportunity for opportunistic topwater action for bass and smaller stripers on warmer, calmer days.
- 05Striped bass are likely deeper on main lake points, humps, and submerged timber, or under diving birds.
- 06Crappie are schooling around submerged structure and ledges.
- 07Largemouth and smallmouth bass are holding on rocky points, submerged brush, and weed lines.
- 08Catfish will respond to bottom-mimicking patterns.
Past reports week by week
10 weeksWhat to tie on
Picked from reports, hatches and the season. Tap a fly for the recipe and where else it works.
Clouser Minnow (Bass) (Chartreuse/White)
Fall stripers and bass are actively chasing baitfish like shad. This classic imitation is effective for deeper water or blind casting.
Crayfish (Fly) (Olive/Rust)
Crayfish are a primary food source for bass and catfish in Lake Texoma's rocky areas. This pattern is excellent for stripping along the bottom.
Woolly Bugger (Olive) (Bass)
A versatile streamer that imitates various baitfish and leeches, a consistent food source for predatory fish in the cooling fall waters of Lake Texoma.
Crappie Jig Fly
Crappie are schooling around submerged structure in the fall, making this fly an excellent choice for enticing strikes.
Buy at AmazonGame Changer (Shad)
Lake Texoma's predatory species, especially stripers, heavily key on shad. This articulated pattern accurately mimics a wounded baitfish, ideal for enticing larger fish.
Mysis Shrimp
As a large reservoir, Mysis shrimp are a consistent food source for crappie and other fish in Lake Texoma, especially when fished near the bottom.
Buy at AmazonPopping Bug (Bass)
On warmer fall days in calmer areas of Lake Texoma, topwater action can still occur, drawing aggressive strikes from bass and panfish.
Hellgrammite Fly
Hellgrammites are a consistent, protein-rich food source for smallmouth bass and catfish on Lake Texoma's rocky bottoms year-round.
Where to fish and who to ask
Denison Dam / North End
Concentration point for migratory stripers and baitfish, excellent for trolling and flycasting from boats.
Fussell's Bend / Grandpappy
Popular fly-fishing flats and points used by local guide services.
Sandy Hollow Flats
Large shallow flats that heat up and attract stripers and bait schools in warm months.
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Oklahoma season by season
What changes on the water through the year, with the flies for each season.
Read before you go
Quick answers
Common questions about Lake Texoma.
What flies work best on Lake Texoma?
Our top scored fly patterns for Lake Texoma right now are Game Changer (80% confidence), Crayfish (Fly) (80% confidence), Hopper Juan (80% confidence). These picks are scored from recent fishing reports, hatch data, and seasonal patterns.
What fish species are in Lake Texoma?
Lake Texoma holds Crappie, Catfish, Freshwater stripers, Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass. See the species links on this page for fly recommendations and seasonal behavior for each.
Is Lake Texoma fishing well right now?
We publish a fresh bite report for Lake Texoma each week based on recent on-the-water intel. The current report — with conditions, hatches, and what's producing — is on this page.