Sam Rayburn Reservoir Texas fishing forecast
Sam Rayburn Reservoir Texas is a freshwater fishing spot in East Texas, United States. Anglers here target Largemouth Bass, Striped Bass, Crappie. The most productive months are typically March, April, May, June, September, October, November.
Today’s verdict
In line with this spot’s 7-day average
Score confidence ±12 points, from 6 live signals
Current conditions
Live conditions are temporarily unavailable for this spot (last data Oct 10, 2026). Seasonal and regulation info below is unaffected.
What the score means at Sam Rayburn Reservoir Texas
Sam Rayburn Reservoir Texas currently scores 44 out of 100 (Good). Water temperature is 23.5 °C. 6 forecast signals are active in this score.
- Water temperature +15.0
- how close the water is to this species mix’s comfort band
- Wind +12.0
- surface chop, oxygen and bait drift
- Barometric pressure +4.4
- falling pressure often triggers feeding
- Moon phase +2.7
- lunar feeding rhythm
- Pre-storm bite +2.4
- the classic feed before heavy weather
- Gust factor +1.6
- gustiness versus steady wind
What’s biting now
The model expects today: largemouth-bass, crappie, bluegill, alligator-gar, guadalupe-bass, florida-gar, spotted-bass, redear-sunfish
Bite windows
Best months for Sam Rayburn Reservoir Texas:
Score history at this spot
30 days tracked at this exact location
Best recent day: 2026-09-23, 74/100
1 day(s) at 70+ in the tracked period
About this spot
Lakes have no tide, so target structure, drop-offs, and seasonal thermoclines where fish concentrate by depth and temperature.
Approximate bottom depth: 27087 m
Access & shore
Fishable from shore · beach
What you can catch
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Micropterus salmoides
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Morone saxatilis
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Pomoxis spp.
Best months by species at Sam Rayburn Reservoir Texas
| Largemouth BassMicropterus salmoides | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Striped BassMorone saxatilis | ||||||||||||
| CrappiePomoxis spp. |
Typical months; local seasons and closures apply.
Local regulations
| Species | Bag limit | Min size | Open season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Striped Bass | 1/day | 71.1–78.7 cm slot | Jan 1 – Dec 31 |
| Federal Atlantic EEZ: 1 fish, 28–31" slot limit. State waters have separate rules. | |||
Licensing:
- saltwater-recreational — residents Resident fishing license required + Saltwater Fishing Endorsement for fish in tidal waters. ~$40/yr combined., non-residents Non-resident license + endorsement: ~$58/yr. Short-term options available.
- saltwater-recreational — residents Federal Recreational Fishing License may be required in addition to state license when fishing federal (EEZ) waters., non-residents Same as residents. Many states require their own license even in federal waters.
Some rules may have changed since our last verification — always confirm with the authority before you fish.
FishRadar regulations are summaries for informational purposes only. Always verify current rules at tpwd.texas.gov before fishing.
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Frequently asked questions
What fish can you catch at Sam Rayburn Reservoir Texas?
Anglers at Sam Rayburn Reservoir Texas target Largemouth Bass, Striped Bass and Crappie.
When is the best time to fish Sam Rayburn Reservoir Texas?
The most productive months at Sam Rayburn Reservoir Texas are typically March, April, May, June, September, October, November.
What is the fishing forecast for Sam Rayburn Reservoir Texas right now?
Sam Rayburn Reservoir Texas currently scores 44 out of 100, based on live ocean and weather conditions — see the full breakdown on this page.
Can you fish Sam Rayburn Reservoir Texas from shore?
Yes — Sam Rayburn Reservoir Texas is fishable from shore (beach).
Is the thermocline set up at Sam Rayburn Reservoir Texas right now?
Not strongly right now — the water column is fairly mixed, so fish are less depth-locked.
How deep is the water at Sam Rayburn Reservoir Texas?
The scored point sits over roughly 27087 m of water. Depth shapes which species hold here and how the thermocline forms.
Fishing guides for this spot
- How to Catch Largemouth BassHow to Catch Striped BassBest Time of Day to Fish
Forecasts, not guarantees — check local rules before you fish.