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Lake Sam Rayburn Fishing Update: Hungry Bass, Schooling Shad, and Crappie Hot Spots
Oct 27, 2025This is Artificial Lure with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Monday, October 27, 2025.
We’re waking up to crisp autumn air, with morning temps in the low 50s climbing to the mid-60s by midafternoon. Expect partly cloudy skies, a light north breeze, and just enough chill to get those fish feeding. The sun rose at 7:28 AM and will set tonight at 6:39 PM, giving you over eleven hours of daylight on the water. Solunar peak activity hits between 1:20–3:20 PM today, with a minor flurry from about 8:20–9:20 AM, so plan that sandwich break accordingly. The moon's just a slende...
Fall Bite Peaking at Lake Sam Rayburn: Bass, Crappie, and Catfish Bonanza
Oct 26, 2025Artificial Lure here with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Sunday, October 26th, 2025. We kicked things off this morning with sunrise at 7:18AM, and you can count on a sunset right around 6:39PM. Weather’s seasonal with a lingering cool front—overnight temps dropped into the upper 50s and we’re climbing to a high near 80 by late afternoon. Winds have been light out of the northwest, making for calm water and a perfect fall bite.
Fish activity is peaking with this stretch of cool mornings and warm afternoons. Bass are really spreading out: some are still shallo...
Lake Sam Rayburn Fishing Report: Cooler Temps, Hot Bite on Crankbaits, Spinnerbaits and More
Oct 25, 2025Howdy, folks, this is Artificial Lure comin’ at ya with the Lake Sam Rayburn fishin’ report for October 25, 2025. Let’s talk straight: it’s prime time on the Big Pond, y’all. Water’s been coolin’ down quick thanks to a crisp northeast breeze nippin’ at our heels for the past few days, and the fish know it—buckle up, ‘cause the bite is on.
## Weather & Sun Times
First, the weather—get ready for another fine fall morning. The sun should poke its head up around 7:11 AM local time, and it’ll duck down just after 7:45 PM, givin’ us a solid 12...
Crisp Cool Front Triggers Hot Rayburn Bite - Largemouths, Crappie Limits & More for This October Friday
Oct 24, 2025Good morning y’all, this is Artificial Lure with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Friday, October 24, 2025, comin’ to you before the sun even cracks the horizon.
Weather this mornin’ feels a tad damp with showers rollin’ through, keepin’ the high around 71, droppin’ to the mid-60s overnight. The day’ll stay mostly overcast and cooler than we’ve seen in weeks—a nice break after that unusually warm October Texas’s had, according to North Texas e-News, with a little north breeze cuttin’ the humidity and makin’ it downright pleasant on the water. Sunrise was right at 7:17 AM, and sunset’s...
Lake Sam Rayburn October Fishing Update: Bites, Baits, and Hotspots for Bass, Crappie, and Catfish
Oct 23, 2025Artificial Lure checking in with your detailed Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Thursday, October 23, 2025. Sunrise kicked off at 7:11 AM, with sunset wrapping things up at 7:45 PM, so there’s plenty of daylight to work the water. Today’s moon is a waxing crescent at 24%, and your best windows for fish activity come early—right at daylight from about 5:06 to 7:06 AM—and again just before dusk from 5:37 to 7:37 PM. If you miss those, the mid-morning minor bite around 10:30 to 11:30 AM has produced some surprise catches this week. The lake’s running about 8 feet low, so every trip means watching out for new st...
Duration: 00:04:03Fallen Leaves and Hungry Bass: Your Lake Sam Rayburn Fishing Update for October 22, 2025.
Oct 22, 2025Artificial Lure checking in for October 22, 2025, with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report. The sun rose at 7:11 AM, and you’ve got until 7:45 PM to chase bites. As of this morning, we’ve got a steady fall pattern setting up, temps in the mid-60s at dawn, highs reaching low 80s by afternoon, partly cloudy, light southeast winds, and still-dropped water levels—the lake’s sitting almost 8 feet below full pool, exposing points and fresh brush according to local drone footage from October 11.
The moon’s at a 24% waxing crescent, and the strongest fish activity windows—the “major times” on the...
Sam Rayburn October Angling Update - Topwater Frogs, Senkos & Slabs on the Menu
Oct 21, 2025Artificial Lure reporting in from Lake Sam Rayburn, bringing you today’s angling update straight from our East Texas waters.
Weather this morning is sitting mild with some patchy clouds and highs expected near 80 degrees, water levels running about 7.35 feet below normal. Expect stained water and surface temps right around 80, making for fair conditions all day. Sunrise cracked the horizon at 7:22 AM and sunset’s landing at 6:45 PM, so you’ve got a solid window for fishing. No tidal report for these woods, but solunar tables for East Texas show the major fish activity peaks from around 7:45 AM to 9:4...
Fall Frenzy on Lake Sam Rayburn - October Fishing Report
Oct 20, 2025Artificial Lure here with your October 20th fishing report for Lake Sam Rayburn, deep in the heart of East Texas. It’s a crisp, early fall morning, with sunrise coming up around 7:24 AM and sunset expected at 6:42 PM—plenty of daylight for those chasing big bass and slab crappie. The weather is mild, high temps topping out near 77°F, light south winds around 5-10 mph, and skies mostly partly cloudy today. Early mornings and late afternoons are shaping up best for fishing, especially with water temps hanging around the upper 60s and lower 70s after recent cool nights.
Thoug...
Fall Fishing Forecast for Lake Sam Rayburn: Crappie, Bass, and More Biting Strong
Oct 19, 2025Lake Sam Rayburn anglers, Artificial Lure here with your Sunday, October 19th, 2025 report, straight from the piney woods. Fall is settling in, and the water on Big Sam is running a bit low, around 7.4 feet down, and holding steady at a stained 80 degrees—classic October conditions for this East Texas gem according to Lone Star Outdoor News.
Sunrise today hit around 7:24 AM with sunset at 6:41 PM. Expect a partly cloudy morning turning into a bright afternoon, northwest wind 5-10 mph, and temps climbing from the high 50s into the low 70s. Bring a windbreaker for the early bite, bu...
Lake Sam Rayburn Fishing Report - October 18, 2025
Oct 18, 2025Hey y’all, this is Artificial Lure checking in with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for October 18, 2025.
Sunrise today hit at 7:29 AM and we’ll have daylight till 7:43 PM. Early risers caught a calm, crisp autumn start—the air’s cooler but water temperatures are still hanging around 80 to 90 degrees, and the lake sits roughly 8 feet below pool, so watch those shallow humps and points if you’re running a big rig. According to Captain Lynn Atkinson at Reel Um N Guide Service, the lake continues to drop slowly, making for shifting hazards and some sneaky, productive structure...
Lake Sam Rayburn Fishing Report: Excellent Bass Bite, Prime Times, Top Lures and Spots
Oct 17, 2025Hey y'all, it's Artificial Lure here with your fishing report for Lake Sam Rayburn as of October 17, 2025. The water level is about 7.85 feet low, and the temperature is in the low 80s, making for some excellent bass fishing. Keith Combs, a bass pro, says the fishing has been great lately.
Best times to fish are during the major periods: around 7:44 AM to 9:44 AM and 8:09 PM to 10:09 PM. Use lures like crankbaits or spinnerbaits for bass, and don't forget to try some soft plastics in the shallows. Hot spots include the lake's numerous submerged structures and vegetation lines.
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Fall Bass Frenzy on Sam Rayburn - Lures, Tactics, Hot Spots for Big Bites
Oct 15, 2025Artificial Lure here with your October 15th Sam Rayburn fishing roundup. Right now, we’re seeing classic fall conditions—cool mornings, warm afternoons, and fast-moving weather fronts that’ve got the big bass on fire in the creeks. Sunrise is at 6:47 AM and sunset at 6:19 PM, giving anglers nearly 11 and a half hours to chase bites. The moon’s a waxing crescent at about 10%, adding a bit of solunar boost to morning and afternoon periods. The day rating for bite activity is average to better, with hot action at first light and again just ahead of sunset.
Lake Sam Rayb...
Lake Sam Rayburn Fishing Report: Fall Bite Heats Up on Big Sam
Oct 12, 2025Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure coming at you with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Sunday, October 12th.
What a beautiful fall morning we've got out here on Big Sam! Sunrise hit us around 7:30 this morning, and we're looking at sunset coming in near 7 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to work those prime feeding windows.
The moon's in a waning gibbous phase at about 74% visibility, and according to FishingReminder, we've got some excellent bite times ahead. Your major feeding periods are running from about 3:58 to 5:58 this morning - which just wrapped up...
Fall Fishing Fireworks at Lake Sam Rayburn: Bass, Crappie, and Catfish Bite in Full Swing
Oct 11, 2025Lake Sam Rayburn’s come alive this October morning. Right now, we’re looking at one of the best times of year for numbers, size, and true East Texas bass action. Weather’s classic autumn: cool temps with a little patchy morning mist, calm conditions, and a day that’ll top out in the mid-70s. Sunrise hit at 6:50 a.m., and we’ll have daylight till around 7:44 p.m. The full moon’s up and visibility’s 100%, making for prime low-light bites early and again this evening.
FishingReminder’s report puts the major bite windows from about 12:06 p.m. to 2:06 p.m...
"Lake Sam Rayburn Fishing Report - October 10, 2025: Bass, Crappie, Catfish, and More"
Oct 10, 2025Howdy, y’all! This is Artificial Lure bringin’ you the real down-low on Lake Sam Rayburn, October 10, 2025.
**Current Conditions**
Water’s sittin’ at a solid 80 degrees, stained but not muddy, and the lake’s runnin’ about 7.8 feet below pool, which means a little extra work findin’ the humps—so watch your depthfinder. Reel Um N Guide Service says the drop’s creatin’ new structure, and if you’re not careful, you could be kissin’ a stump. The weather’s holdin’ steady with some cool mornings, touchin’ down in the 60s, and climbin’ to the low 80s by afternoon. Keep an eye on the cl...
Rayburn Roundup: Topwaters, Crappie, and Catfish Chew in East Texas
Oct 08, 2025Morning folks, this is Artificial Lure coming to you with your October 8th fishing report for Lake Sam Rayburn and the surrounding East Texas waters. Fall’s bite is heating up as the nights cool down, and that’s got fish and anglers alike waking up hungry.
Let’s get you started with today’s conditions: Sunrise is at 6:50 AM, sunset at 7:44 PM. We’re sitting fresh off a full moon, meaning night feeders have been active and early birds will catch ‘em moving. The water temps are sliding down, hovering in the upper 70s, and that’s putting baitfi...
Autumn Bass Bonanza on Sam Rayburn: Chasing Lunkers in the Timber [FishingReport]
Oct 05, 2025Good morning, anglers. This is Artificial Lure, checking in with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Sunday, October 5th, 2025.
Sunrise hit at 6:50 a.m. and you can expect daylight on the water ’til about 7:44 p.m. We’re coming right off a brilliant full moon last night, which means fish are feeding heavy but maybe more at dusk and after dark. Major bite times today are forecast for 12:06 p.m. to 2:06 p.m. and again from 11:38 p.m. to 1:38 a.m. The minor windows are early—5:31 to 7:31 a.m.—and around twilight, 6:42 to 8:42 p.m. If you’re on the...
Sam Rayburn Fishing Report: Cool Fronts Bring Bass Shallow, Crappie and Cats Chewing Deeper
Oct 03, 2025Artificial Lure here with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Friday, October 3rd. As we roll into early October, the lake’s at 7.5 feet below pool and holding a water temp just about 80 to 90 degrees. The water’s stained, and the level’s still dropping slow, so keep an eye out for new humps and shallow flats—boaters, navigate with caution.
Sunrise hit at 7:31 this morning and we’re looking at sunset around 7:21 this evening. Tides don’t have much sway inland here, but keep those moon phases in mind—a waxing gibbous overhead with prime fishing windows mid-mo...
October Magic on Lake Sam Rayburn - Lively Bass, Eager Crappie, and a Textured Autumn Sky
Oct 01, 2025Good morning from Lake Sam Rayburn—this is Artificial Lure, your go-to for boots-on-the-deck fishing news across Deep East Texas.
Sun’s just cracked the horizon at 6:50 AM, and we’ve got a full moon helping light things up—moonset was earlier at 6:31 AM, and she’ll pop back up over the trees this evening at 7:42 PM. Sunset’s at 7:44 PM, so you’ve got plenty of daylight to chase your next PB. According to FishingReminder, today’s best bite windows line up around 5:31–7:31 AM, as well as a hot major stretch coming 12:06–2:06 PM, and again 6:42–8:42 PM. Hit ‘em during these times, a...
"Fall Fishing Report for Lake Sam Rayburn: Bass, Crappie, and Catfish Bites Heating Up"
Sep 28, 2025Artificial Lure here with your Sunday, September 28th, 2025 fishing report for Lake Sam Rayburn, deep in the heart of East Texas. Weather’s already heating up, with today’s high expected to reach the low 90s. Humidity’s running high, and the south wind is coming in at 5 to 10 mph, which should keep things comfortable but might add a little chop to open water. Sunrise came at 7:10 AM and sunset will hit at 7:12 PM – so you’ve got a solid 12 hours of daylight to chase those bites.
Sam Rayburn is about a foot below pool right now, though water clar...
Fishing Report Sam Rayburn Saturday September 27 2025 - Largemouth Bass Crappie Catfish White Bass Bites Hot
Sep 27, 2025This is Artificial Lure with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Saturday, September 27, 2025.
Sun popped up at 7:13 AM, and we'll see it drop behind the pines at 7:39 PM, giving us a solid 12 hours and 26 minutes on the water. Weather's classic early Texas fall: mostly clear skies, a light breeze, and highs touching just under 87 degrees. The humidity's manageable, and the lake's holding around 82–85 degrees, near normal pool. No tidal swings here, but solunar activity shows a waxing crescent moon, peaking fish activity between 2:02–4:02 AM and again this afternoon from 2:30–4:30 PM. Those minor times at sunrise and about 10 PM mig...
Sam Rayburn Report: Bass Bite Heats Up, Crappie Stacking Up, White Bass Schooling - Quiet Please Fishing
Sep 26, 2025Artificial Lure coming at you with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Friday, September 26, 2025. We're only a little past sunrise here—sun’s up at 7:10 this morning and will drop below the trees tonight around 7:15, so there’s a near-perfect 12 hours of daylight to get your lines wet.
We’ve had another muggy week on the lake. Conditions this morning are shaping up humid and warm; water temperature’s hovering around 80 to 90 degrees. The water level continues to fall and is now about 7.35 feet below pool. That means there's a bunch of hidden humps and new shallow spots popp...
Fall Fishing Frenzy on Lake Sam Rayburn - Largemouth, Crappie, and Catfish Bites Heating Up
Sep 24, 2025Artificial Lure here, reporting from Lake Sam Rayburn on this crisp Wednesday morning, September 24, 2025. Air’s a little heavier with the promise of fall, and folks around the marina are buzzing about a pretty solid week of fishing.
Weather kicked off cool and clear today, just a hair under 60 at dawn. We’re expecting it to climb up into the upper 70s by this afternoon, winds light out of the northeast, and plenty of sunshine for the late bite. Sunrise hit at 6:51 AM, and we’ll see it dip out at 6:29 PM, so there’s a good stretch for all...
Sam Rayburn Fishing Report: Late September Action on Bass, Crappie, and Cats
Sep 20, 2025Howdy y’all, this is Artificial Lure with your Sam Rayburn fishing report for Saturday, September 20, 2025. Here’s what’s biting and where you need to toss your line today.
Let’s get started with the **weather**—it’s gonna be a classic late September East Texas day. Expect a muggy morning giving way to a high around 90 to 92 degrees, light south wind, and a good bit of humidity. Water temps are hanging around 85 degrees, and the lake is sitting just about a foot below pool, with normal stain. No active weather warnings, so it should be a smooth day o...
Transition Season on Lake Sam Rayburn: Bass, Crappie, and Catfish Strategies
Sep 19, 2025Lake Sam Rayburn is sitting 7 feet below pool and the water’s stained up after a week of scattered storms, keeping it right around 80 degrees this morning, according to Texas Parks and Wildlife and local guides. Debris and hyacinth have drifted out from the creeks, so watch your props — it’s a jungle in spots. The lake’s still turning over and with the slow bite from recent water releases, fish are ghosting the shallows by midmorning. We’ve got sunrise at 7:04 a.m. and sunset coming up at 7:15 p.m., with daytime highs in the mid-80s and light winds unde...
Duration: 00:03:26Sam Rayburn Fishing Report: Big Bass, Shad Schools, and Solunar Peaks
Sep 17, 2025Artificial Lure here, bringing your up-to-the-minute Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Wednesday, September 17, 2025, direct from the Texas piney woods. The sun cracked the horizon at 7:39 AM this morning, with sunset set for 7:53 PM, giving anglers a solid 12 hours and 14 minutes of daylight to make the most of it. The moon’s in a waning crescent phase—about 38%—rising at 3:49 AM and setting at 1:45 PM. Peak fish activity lines up with the major solunar bite window from 8:46 to 10:46 AM, and again from 9:14 to 11:14 PM, so don’t miss those power hours if you want to tangle with the big ones.
Late Summer Bassin' on Lake Sam Rayburn: Topwaters, Crankbaits, and Slabs!
Sep 14, 2025Lake Sam Rayburn has been living up to its legendary reputation here in mid-September 2025. The weather’s been classic late-summer East Texas: high around 87°F this afternoon, with sun and some patchy clouds making for great fishing conditions. A steady south breeze has helped keep things comfortable. Sunrise was officially 6:58 AM, and sunset’s right at 7:23 PM, so you get almost 12 and a half hours of solid daylight to work your spots.
We’re working with a waning crescent moon and limited tidal influence on the lake, but that actually played in the angler’s favor today. With the barom...
Lake Sam Rayburn Fishing Report: Cranking Up for the Fall Bite
Sep 13, 2025Artificial Lure here, bringing you your Saturday morning fishing report for Lake Sam Rayburn, September 13, 2025. If you’re headed out today, you’re in luck—fall has officially taken hold, and the bite’s heating up all around the lake. Folks around here know that when the weather starts to turn, the fish wake right up, and we’re seeing classic autumn patterns all across the board. Sunrise was at 6:52 AM, with sunset coming at 7:21 PM, so you’ve got plenty of daylight to work those favorite spots.
Weather’s been just about perfect for a September morning—calm winds out o...
Fishing Report: Fall Bite Cranks Up at Sam Rayburn Reservoir
Sep 12, 2025This is Artificial Lure reporting from the heart of East Texas, bringing you the latest from Sam Rayburn Reservoir and the surrounding Angelina hills on Friday, September 12, 2025.
Anglers woke to a cool September dawn with sunrise at roughly 7:05 a.m., skies partly cloudy—perfect conditions to wet a line early. Today expect highs in the upper 80s, humidity steady, and a gentle southern breeze keeping things comfortable on the water according to local forecasts. A hint of drizzle swept the area overnight, but visibility and boat traffic are prime. Moon phase is waning, giving us average solunar activity fo...
Fishing Report: Sam Rayburn Heats Up for Early & Late Bites on Bass, Crappie and Cats
Sep 10, 2025Hey Sam Rayburn anglers, Artificial Lure here with your September 10th fishing report straight from the pines and heavy cover of East Texas’s most legendary reservoir. Sunrise rolled in this morning at 7:04, and you can expect sunset tonight at 7:35, so there’s a solid 12 and a half hours of daylight to work those coves and channels. The weather’s fair, sitting in the low 80s at first light and creeping toward the mid-90s by late afternoon, with light southeast winds making for mellow boat rides and good casting conditions.
Solunar forecasts are looking promising today: the major...
Lake Sam Rayburn Fishing Report: Keeping You Hooked on the Latest Bites
Sep 07, 2025Good morning, y’all — Artificial Lure here with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for September 7, 2025. Feels like we’re in the dog days, but there’s still plenty of action out on the water if you know where to look.
Let’s kick it off with the **weather**: sunrise today was right around 7:00 AM, and sunset’s coming at about 7:40 PM. We’re still seeing those late-summer temps holding steady, with air expected in the upper 80s and the water warm at about 90 degrees. The lake’s running low, sitting just over seven feet down, and the water’s got that...
Lunkers, Slabs, and Channels: Fishing Report for Lake Sam Rayburn on September 6, 2025
Sep 06, 2025Artificial Lure here with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Saturday, September 6, 2025, coming at you live from the heart of the East Texas pineywoods. If you’re wetting a line today, sunrise rolled in around 7:04 AM and you’ve got daylight until almost 7:36 PM, giving you plenty of fishing hours to chase that East Texas lunker. Temperature’s starting out humid, creeping up near 90 by afternoon, with water temps hovering around 80 degrees and a fair bit of stain to the water—nothing unexpected for late summer in these parts.
The lake is sitting about seven feet below pool, so...
Late Summer Largemouth on Sam Rayburn - Fishing Report 09/05/2025
Sep 05, 2025Artificial Lure here, bringing you your September 5, 2025, Sam Rayburn fishing report straight from the East Texas pineywoods.
Lake Sam Rayburn woke up to a cool, slightly breezy morning, with air temps resting in the low 70s at sunrise. The sun broke the horizon around 6:52 a.m. and you can expect it to set at 7:37 p.m. Conditions looked right with a light southwesterly wind, scattered clouds, and a mild drop in humidity. Water levels remain a little below summer pool, thanks in part to recent droughts, which means creek channels and old roadbeds are showing themselves, especially around...
Late Summer Bite at Lake Sam Rayburn - Fishing Report for September 3rd
Sep 03, 2025Artificial Lure checking in with your September 3rd fishing report for Lake Sam Rayburn, right heart of East Texas. Local anglers have been working through a good weather stretch this week—skies mostly sunny, light wind out of the north early, temps climbing into the upper 80s by mid-afternoon, and humidity hovering around the low 60s. Sunrise hit at 6:55 AM, sunset wraps up around 7:44 PM tonight. Conditions are ideal for a late-summer bite.
There’s no tidal influence, but with the moon in the waning crescent phase and a day rating of “best” according to regional solunar tables, fish act...
Late-August Bite at Lake Sam Rayburn - Watermelon Plastics, Shad Cranks, and Dawn Topwater Blowups
Aug 31, 2025Lake Sam Rayburn is waking up under muggy, partly cloudy skies this Sunday morning. The sun peeked over the pines at 6:54 AM and you can expect it to dip out around 7:45 tonight. Weather’s typical late-August—humid, upper 80s by afternoon, and just a whisper of a southern breeze, so the lake’ll be glassy till storm chances roll in late. No tidal pull to worry about out here, but the solunar tables are on our side: peak fish activity is set for two good windows, 7:15–9:15 AM and again 7:41–9:41 PM, with minor flurries around mid-morning and after dark, thanks to a skinny w...
Duration: 00:03:23Late Summer Sizzler: Lake Sam Rayburn Fishing Report for August 30th
Aug 30, 2025Artificial Lure here with your Saturday, August 30th Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report, bringing you everything you need to hit the water prepared and with that added edge locals love.
We’re rolling into the end of August and the lake’s still running near six and a half feet low—recent drone footage over Caney Creek reports the lake at 157.5 feet, so use caution around shallow timber and flats, and keep an eye out for exposed obstacles.
As for today’s weather, the forecast calls for a classic late summer sizzler: sunny skies, high near 98, humidity...
Solunar Forecast and Lure Tactics for Productive Sam Rayburn Fishing
Aug 29, 2025Good morning anglers, Artificial Lure here with your Friday, August 29, 2025, Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report. Today’s a balmy late-summer morning on the lake, and if you’re itching to wet a line, conditions are shaping up for solid action.
Sunrise slid over the water at 7:12 AM, and you’ve got clear skies and a light breeze keeping things pleasant. Expect a high near the mid-80s by lunch, with humidity just tickling the uncomfortable line. Sunset will wrap up the day at 7:45 PM, so there’s plenty of light for an evening bite. According to Solunar Forecast, the moon...
Sam Rayburn Fishing Report for August 27, 2025 - Bass, Crappie, and Catfish Bites Heating Up
Aug 27, 2025Good morning, y’all, this is Artificial Lure with your August 27th, 2025, Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report, straight from the heart of East Texas.
We’re rolling into late August and the big lake’s feeling the summer’s tail. At 7:07 AM the sun’s just got up, and it'll set at 7:39 PM tonight, giving us a solid 12 and a half hours of daylight to wet a line. The weather’s starting warm, low 80s out the gate and topping out around 97—with the usual humidity that’ll have your brow dripping by midmorning. Light southeast breeze means just enough ripp...
Fishing Report for Lake Sam Rayburn on August 24, 2025: Bass, Cats, and Slabs Biting Strong
Aug 24, 2025Good morning from Lake Sam Rayburn, folks—Artificial Lure here with your fishing report for Sunday, August 24, 2025.
Sun rose at 7:04 AM today and will drop behind the pines at 7:35 PM, giving you over 12 and a half hours to wet a line. The morning’s starting off warm, with a sticky August air and that mist just starting to burn off the main lake by 8 AM. If you’re headed out now, plan for a hot afternoon and keep the sunscreen—and water—handy.
Fishing activity’s been strong this weekend. Saturday saw a steady parade of bass boats o...
Late Summer Largemouths and Crappie Crushers on Lake Sam Rayburn
Aug 23, 2025Artificial Lure reporting for August 23, 2025, here on Lake Sam Rayburn, Texas—the east-side jewel that always keeps us fishing folks coming back for more, no matter how sticky the summer gets.
**Sunrise was at 6:48 a.m. and sunset hits around 7:58 p.m.** No tides to report—Rayburn’s a reservoir, not a tidal lake, but the solunar tables are showing high activity today, and that’s matching up with what I’m seeing dockside and in the reports. Temps are forecast to soar into the mid-90s, with a high of 96 and a light south breeze making it just beara...
Scorching Temps, Tricky Bites: Sam Rayburn's Fishing Forecast
Aug 22, 2025Lake Sam Rayburn’s Friday dawn brought stained water with levels running a good six feet below pool and temps sitting close to 87 degrees. Last night’s sunrise was at 6:48 AM, with sunset due later at 8:05 PM. Winds out of the south at 8-12 mph and muggy, clear skies signal another scorcher, but the fishing scene’s cooling off, with slow action reported for most lines in the water. Water releases continue after recent rains, so the bite’s been tricky and structure’s changing daily.
Bass are pushing away from what shallow cover’s left, hunkering down on deeper po...
Late Summer Fishing at Sam Rayburn - Bass, Crappie, Cats and More
Aug 20, 2025This is Artificial Lure with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Wednesday, August 20th, 2025. Y’all, we’re right in the thick of late summer in East Texas. As the sun broke over the pine trees at 7:11 this morning, the lake welcomed anglers with a stained water surface and temps right about 83 degrees. Lake levels are still running low, about 6.35 feet below normal pool, so watch those stumps and humps running the creek channels.
Weather’s classic August—already humid and headed for a high near 98 today with a light south breeze. Not much of a chance of rain...
August 17 Fishing Report for Lake Sam Rayburn and East Texas Waters
Aug 17, 2025Good morning folks, this is Artificial Lure with your August 17th fishing report for Lake Sam Rayburn and the surrounding East Texas waters.
First light hit at 6:57 AM and we’re looking at a day with sunrise right about then and sunset coming in at 7:45 PM, giving us nearly 13 hours to chase those bass. Weather today is classic August in Deep East Texas: already sticky at dawn, expecting temps in the lower 90s by late afternoon, but nothing a little chop on the lake can’t fix. Winds are running light out of the southeast, about 5 to 10, which mean...
Sam Rayburn Fishing Report: Trophy Bass and Crappie Bite in the Texas Heat
Aug 16, 2025Good morning from Lake Sam Rayburn—Artificial Lure here with your local fishing report for Saturday, August 16, 2025.
Sunrise broke at 7:11 AM and we'll see a sunset about 7:45 this evening, giving us over 12 and a half hours on the water. Expect August sizzle: the air is thick and the lake’s water temperature is running in the low 90s. Water level is a bit down—sitting at 6.41 feet low—but the clarity is holding up, so you’re not fighting mud soup, just some skinny banks.
Weather’s classic east Texas summer. We’re starting out with a mild morning...
"Fishing Lake Sam Rayburn: Deepwater Bass, Scattered Crappie, and Hungry Catfish"
Aug 15, 2025Artificial Lure reporting from the lunker capital—Lake Sam Rayburn, Texas—this Friday, August 15th. Sunrise slapped the water at 6:41 AM, sunset will be about 8:07 PM, so you got plenty of daylight to wet a line. The weather’s sticky and typical for August: temps running in the low 90s by midday, humidity high, but the mornings have been cool enough to make those first casts a little more comfortable. No meaningful tides here, but the water level is 6.57 feet below pool—stumps are showing, shorelines have grown, and water is stained from all that freshwater pumping in after recent rains. B...
Duration: 00:03:53Rayburn Bass, Crappie, and Catfish - Adapting to Summer Patterns on Lake Sam Rayburn
Aug 13, 2025Artificial Lure here with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Wednesday, August 13, 2025.
It’s a muggy August morning on Rayburn and water levels are running fairly low—so much so that, as of yesterday, access at the Cassels Boykin ramp is limited, with two ramps blocked off according to local updates. Keep this in mind and check before you tow, especially since other smaller ramps might get busy as folks adjust. Despite the low water, the main lake is boatable, but stick to main channels and marked paths to avoid getting into trouble.
Sunrise rolled in a...
Sam Rayburn Fishing Report - August 10, 2025: Topwaters, Shaky Heads, and Lunkers on the Menu
Aug 10, 2025Good morning, folks, this is Artificial Lure bringin’ you today’s fishing report from Lake Sam Rayburn, Texas, for Sunday, August 10, 2025.
The sun came up right at 6:40 AM and you’ll have daylight until 7:49 PM, with over 13 hours to wet a line. The weather today is starting mild and muggy, typical for southeast Texas in August—expect that humidity to hang heavy through mid-morning, with highs pressing into the upper 90s by afternoon. Light southwest winds this morning will pick up just a touch later, and we’re looking at a mostly sunny day: perfect Sam Rayburn summer conditions...
Sam Rayburn Fishing Report: Hot Lures, Hungry Bass, and Schooling Whites for August 9, 2025
Aug 09, 2025Artificial Lure here with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Saturday, August 9, 2025. We’re just coming off a busy week, and the lake’s holding steady at about 86 degrees, water a bit stained, and sitting roughly 3.66 feet below pool according to Captain Lynn Atkinson with Reel Um N Guide Service. A steady bit of freshwater’s been flowing in, so you may notice slightly shifting conditions, but generally, mid-summer patterns are firmly in place.
Today’s weather will be real typical for Sam Rayburn this time of year: mostly sunny and hot, with highs in the mid- to upper...
Rayburn Fishing Report: Bass Hug the Bottom, Catfish Biting Well, and Panfish Showing Up in Structure
Aug 08, 2025Morning folks, Artificial Lure here with your up-to-the-minute Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for August 8, 2025. Get your coffee ready and let’s dive in.
The sun rose today just before 6:40 a.m., painting a warm start to another classic East Texas morning. Daytime highs are sliding into the 90s, with humidity hanging on thick—so keep that sunscreen handy. Winds are calm, and there’s a touch of haze, but it’s mostly clear skies as the sun climbs. Sunset will come around 8:10 p.m. For you tidal watchers, Rayburn doesn’t have true tides, but with all this rain...
Fishing Report for Lake Sam Rayburn: Bass Biting Deep, Bluegill & Crappie Good, Solunar Activity High
Aug 06, 2025Artificial Lure here with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Wednesday, August 6, 2025. Out on the Big Sam today, it’s classic East Texas summer: air heavy and water stained, with the lake running 86 degrees and just over three and a half feet low. If you’re planning your trip, sunrise was right at 6:42 AM and sunset settles out about 8:08 PM, giving you a long window to chase your limit.
Storms are stacking up west of us and local anglers know an approaching front can really turn the bite on—this afternoon, humidity’s thick and winds are clocking...
Rayburn Sizzles with Big Bass, Schooling Whites, and Stormy Skies - July 7, 2025 Fishing Report
Jul 07, 2025Evening, anglers—Artificial Lure here with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for July 7, 2025.
Summer heat’s settled in on Big Sam, but don’t let it fool you—the lake’s delivering strong, classic East Texas action. Today’s sunrise hit at 6:18 AM, and sunset’s tucking in at 8:26 PM. We’re in that thick, muggy July pattern: air temps in the upper 80s by midday, topping 94, with a scattered breeze and mostly sunny skies. Water temps are running between 83 and 86 degrees. Afternoon pop-up storms are possible, so watch the radar if you’re pushing into the evening.
"Summertime Slugfest: Bass, Slabs, and More on Rayburn"
Jul 06, 2025Welcome back, folks—Artificial Lure here with your on-the-water scoop for Lake Sam Rayburn, Texas, on this hot July 6th, 2025. If you’re looking to put a bend in your rod, Sam Rayburn’s serving up classic East Texas summer conditions: stained water, riding about half a foot high, and surface temps settled around 86 degrees. Largemouth bass are active—just not stacked up in one spot—but folks willing to grind are coming up with decent numbers on soft plastics, crankbaits, and Carolina rigs. The bite’s fair, not on fire, but certainly worth your time according to Lone Star Outdoor News...
Duration: 00:03:18Lake Sam Rayburn Fishing Report June 22, 2025: Summer Bite Firing, Topwater and Ledges Producing
Jun 22, 2025Good morning, anglers—this is Artificial Lure with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Sunday, June 22, 2025.
The lake’s summer bite is firing on all cylinders right now. Water temps are sitting right at 86 degrees with the level just a shade above pool, giving us a stained but not muddy situation. Today, the weather is classic East Texas summer: hot, humid, with scattered clouds and a light southeast breeze. We’re looking at sunrise around 6:17 a.m. and sunset about 8:26 p.m. These longer days mean you’ve got plenty of time to put a bend in your rod...
Bites Sizzle on Big Sam - June 21, 2025 Fishing Report
Jun 21, 2025This is Artificial Lure with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Saturday, June 21, 2025.
Big Sam’s sitting about half a foot above pool, water temp hovering around 86 degrees, and visibility is classic early summer stained. We kicked off with a sunrise at 6:13 AM, and you can fish right on through to sunset at 8:26 PM. Weather’s textbook East Texas June—humid, plenty of sun, and highs pushing right up into the upper 80s. The Corps has been steadily releasing water, helping pile up fish along those prime ledges and creek channel swings, so pay attention to current breaks...
Sam Rayburn Fishing Report: Summer Bite Firing on All Cylinders
Jun 21, 2025This is Artificial Lure with your up-to-the-minute fishing report for Lake Sam Rayburn and the surrounding Angelina National Forest waters on Saturday, June 21st, 2025.
Sunrise hit at 6:13 a.m. and you’ll have until sunset at 8:22 p.m. to get your lines wet. The lake is holding just under half a foot above pool, and water temps are running in the mid-80s after a week of steamy Texas sunshine and some passing early-summer storms. The water’s stained but clarity is decent. You’ll feel a light southeast breeze and, with the Corps still releasing a bit of wat...
Beating the Heat: Summertime Fishing on Lake Sam Rayburn
Jun 20, 2025This is Artificial Lure with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Friday, June 20th, 2025. Here’s the scoop from the water this morning.
We’re deep into the summer pattern on Big Sam, and the lake’s looking prime. Water temps are sitting at a warm 86 degrees, and the lake’s running about half a foot above pool. Water clarity is good, especially up by the main lake, and the level is holding steady thanks to recent releases, so the bite is steady for those getting out early or staying late. Today’s sunrise was at 6:13 a.m., and yo...
Sam Rayburn Fishing Report June 18, 2025: Bass Crush Topwaters, Crappie Schooling, Cats Prowling Ledges
Jun 18, 2025This is Artificial Lure with your up-to-the-minute Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for June 18, 2025.
Big Sam is fishing strong right now as we settle into early summer. The lake is sitting a hair above pool, holding steady at about 80 degrees, and the water’s got a stained look thanks to recent rain and water releases from the dam. Sunrise is 6:13 a.m., sunset just past 8:22 p.m., giving you a solid window to chase 'em down. Today, expect muggy Texas sunshine with highs in the upper 80s, a light southeast breeze, and the chance of a shower in th...
Summer Slam on Big Sam: Fishing Lake Rayburn's Hottest Spots
Jun 14, 2025Hello there, folks I'm Artificial Lure, your go-to guy for all things fishing around Lake Sam Rayburn, Texas. Today, June 14th, 2025, we're deep into early summer, and Big Sam is offering some of the best fishing action we've seen all year. The water temperature is holding steady at around 80 degrees, with the lake level about 0.45 feet above pool. The clarity is good right now, making it ideal for early morning and late evening fishing sessions.
Sunrise is at 6:13 AM, and sunset is just past 8:22 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to explore the lake. We don't have tidal...
"Summer Bass Bonanza at Lake Sam Rayburn - Your Guide to the Hot Bite"
Jun 14, 2025Howdy from Lake Sam Rayburn—y’all this is Artificial Lure coming at you with the hot scoop for Saturday, June 14th, 2025. The sun will crack that Texas sky at 6:13 a.m., and you’ll have plenty of daylight, with sunset expected just after 8:26 p.m. Weather-wise, we’re looking at highs pushing into the upper 80s, a muggy southeast breeze, and classic summer sunshine—so pack extra sunscreen and plenty of water[6].
The lake itself? Water’s sitting stained and about half a foot above pool right now, temperature holding steady at 80 degrees. The Corps has been steadily rel...
Summertime Patterns and Bite on Lake Sam Rayburn
Jun 13, 2025This is Artificial Lure with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Friday, June 13, 2025. Here’s what you need to know before you launch your boat or cast from shore.
Sunrise was at 6:16 AM and sunset’s coming at 8:23 PM. Weather is hot and humid, with light southern winds and partly cloudy skies—classic early summer conditions on the Big Sam. The water temperature is holding steady around 80 to 82 degrees, according to the latest report from Texas Parks and Wildlife, and the lake is sitting just a hair above pool, but gradually dropping with steady water releases. The water...
Big Sam Sizzler: Summer Bass, Crappie, and Cats on Lake Sam Rayburn
Jun 11, 2025This is Artificial Lure with your up-to-the-minute fishing report for Lake Sam Rayburn and the surrounding waters, right here on June 11th, 2025.
The dog days of summer have officially landed on Big Sam. Water temps are holding steady in the low 80s after some rain last week, and the lake level sits just a couple inches above pool. The folks at the Beaumont Enterprise note that the water clarity is looking good, making for prime conditions if you can beat the heat and get out there early or late. Sunrise this morning hit about 6:13 a.m., and sunset...
Rayburn Bass Bite Booming, Crappie & Cats On Fire - June 11, 2025 Fishing Report
Jun 11, 2025This is Artificial Lure with your up-to-the-minute fishing report for Lake Sam Rayburn and the surrounding waters here on June 11, 2025.
We’re deep into early summer now, and Big Sam is serving up some of the best action we’ve seen all year. Water temperatures are holding steady right around 80 degrees, running a touch above pool but slowly dropping as the Corps continues releasing water. The clarity is relatively good after last week’s rain, so conditions are ideal for both early and late sessions on the water. Sunrise is at 6:13 a.m., with sunset clocking in just past 8...
Lake Sam Rayburn Fishing Report: Summer Patterns, Ledges, and Schooling White Bass
Jun 11, 2025This is Artificial Lure with your up-to-the-minute fishing report for Lake Sam Rayburn and the surrounding Angelina National Forest waters on Wednesday, June 11th, 2025.
Lake Sam Rayburn’s water sits stained and about half a foot above pool, holding steady at 80 degrees. The Corps has been releasing water, so the level is slowly dropping — that’s helping to pile up those fish just where you want ’em. Expect a mild southeast breeze this morning, with highs pushing into the upper 80s and plenty of muggy Texas sunshine. Sunrise hit at 6:13 AM sharp, and you can cast ‘til sunset at 8:26 PM...
Reel in the Bite: Sam Rayburn Fishing Report for June 7, 2025
Jun 07, 2025Hey there, anglers! This is Artificial Lure comin' at you with your up-to-the-minute fishing report for Sam Rayburn and surrounding waters on this fine Saturday morning, June 7th, 2025.
The water at Big Sam is currently stained with temperatures holding steady around 80 degrees, sitting about half a foot above pool level. The Corps has been releasing water, so levels are slowly dropping, which is actually helping concentrate those fish for us.
Bass fishing remains GOOD with many fish transitioning to their summer patterns. Those bass have mostly finished spawning and are setting up on ledges, humps, and...
Lake Sam Rayburn Fishing Report: Summer Patterns, Bass Bites and Crappie on Deeper Brush
Jun 06, 2025This is Artificial Lure with your up-to-the-minute fishing report for Lake Sam Rayburn and surrounding waters here on June 6th, 2025.
Summer patterns have set in across Big Sam this week. Water temperatures are holding steady in the low 80s after last week’s rain, and the lake level sits about two inches above pool with relatively clear water. According to the Beaumont Enterprise, the clarity is good and conditions are ideal for early-morning and late-evening outings, with sunrise right around 6:13 a.m. and sunset clocking in near 8:22 p.m.
Bass are biting well as fish transition ou...
Reel in the Summer Bass Bonanza at Lake Sam Rayburn
Jun 04, 2025Howdy folks, this is Artificial Lure coming to you with your Wednesday, June 4th fishing report for Lake Sam Rayburn, Texas.
We're in prime summer fishing season now at Big Sam, with water temps holding steady around 78-80 degrees after that slight cooling from last week's brief rain. Water level is sitting right at about half a foot above pool, which has those bass settling firmly into their summer patterns.
The early bite has been phenomenal this week! Y'all want to get out there around first light when those bass are actively feeding on points, humps...
Lake Sam Rayburn Fishing Report: Bass, Crappie, and Catfish Bites Heating Up for Summer
Jun 01, 2025Howdy folks, this is Artificial Lure coming to you with your Sunday, June 1st fishing report for Lake Sam Rayburn, Texas.
We woke up to a classic East Texas morning today—warm, with sunrise at 6:15 AM and sunset rolling in at 8:21 PM. The weather’s hanging steady with highs in the mid-80s, and the lake is sitting at 77 degrees, just a hair above full pool. Water’s got a stained clarity thanks to recent storms, and with these conditions, fish are steadily shifting into their summer patterns.
Bass action’s been lively. According to Captain Lynn Atk...
Sam Rayburn Late Spring Fishing Report: Bass, Crappie, Catfish, and More
May 31, 2025Howdy folks, Artificial Lure here with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Saturday, May 31, 2025. We’re waking up to that textbook late-spring pattern on Big Sam, with stained water sitting right around 77 degrees and the level trending a little above pool—about 1.2 feet up. Sunrise hit us at 6:30 this morning, and you’ve got daylight right through to 8:15 tonight, so there’s plenty of time to wet a line and fill a cooler.
We’re getting classic transition-to-summer conditions. Most of the bass have wrapped up their spawn, with only a few stragglers holding shallow. The most consistent...
Lake Sam Rayburn Fishing Report May 30, 2025
May 30, 2025Good morning anglers! This is Artificial Lure with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for May 30, 2025. We're looking at a beautiful East Texas day ahead with sunrise already behind us at 6:30 AM and sunset expected around 8:00 PM tonight.
The lake is sitting 1.18 feet above pool with water temps holding steady at 77 degrees. Water clarity remains stained but fishable across most of the lake. Fish are slowly transitioning to their summer patterns, so adjust your approach accordingly.
Bass fishing has been good this week! The post-spawn largemouths have mostly abandoned the shallows and settled into their early...
"Lake Sam Rayburn Fishing Forecast: Transition Bite, Deep Patterns, and Crappie Action"
May 28, 2025Sam Rayburn is fishing real good right now as we head toward summer. The water is stained and holding steady around 77 degrees, and the lake level is just over a foot above pool. Sunrise was at 6:13 AM and sunset will be about 8:16 PM, giving us a long, prime window to be on the water today. Weather’s mild and mostly clear, with a light south wind making for comfortable fishing conditions and just enough ripple for those bass to bite[1][3].
The bass bite is in transition. Many fish are moving off the beds and shifting toward their deeper su...
Lake Sam Rayburn Fishing Report: Late Spring to Summer Transition Brings Bass, Crappie, and Catfish Action
May 26, 2025Good morning from Lake Sam Rayburn, this is Artificial Lure with your local fishing report for May 26, 2025.
We’re in that classic late spring to early summer transition here on Big Sam. Sunrise hit at about 6:30 am, with sunset expected near 8:00 pm. Temperatures have been running warm, with calm mornings and the lake water sitting steady at 77 degrees. Clarity remains slightly stained and the lake is just over a foot above pool, so there’s plenty of good habitat to work with out there. No tides to report since this is freshwater, but the water levels and weather are...
Sam Rayburn Fishing Report: Bass, Crappie, and Catfish Biting Strong for Memorial Day Weekend
May 25, 2025Howdy folks, Artificial Lure here with your fresh-off-the-water Sam Rayburn fishing report for Sunday, May 25, 2025.
We’re sitting just past sunrise, with first light around 6:15 AM and sunset coming in close at 8:20 PM. No tide reports for our inland slice of Texas, but with the weather steady in the high 70s to low 80s and a light southeast breeze, it’s shaping up to be a prime day on the lake. Water temps are holding around 77 degrees, stained but not muddy, and the lake level is running a little over a foot above pool[1][3].
Bass fishing is t...
Sam Rayburn Fishing Report: Summer Patterns, Transitioning Bass, and Hot Spots for Memorial Day Weekend
May 24, 2025Howdy y'all, Artificial Lure here with your Saturday morning Sam Rayburn fishing report for May 24th, 2025.
Let me tell ya, we're full-on into those summer patterns now on Big Sam. Water's sitting at about 77 degrees with that classic stained clarity, and we're running about 1.18 feet above pool level[1]. The sun's coming up around 6:30 this morning and will stay with us till nearly 8 o'clock tonight, giving you plenty of daylight to get after them fish.
Them bass have completely finished spawning and are settling into their summer hideouts. They're slowly transitioning to deeper water[1], so your best...
Sam Rayburn Fishing Report: Summer Patterns Emerge, Crappie & Catfish On The Bite
May 23, 2025Howdy y'all, Artificial Lure here with your Friday morning Sam Rayburn fishing report for May 23rd, 2025. Let me tell ya, we've got ourselves a fine day shaping up on Big Sam today!
The water's sitting pretty at about 77 degrees now, with that classic stained clarity we've been seeing all month. We're running about 1.18 feet above pool level, which has those fish moving around in predictable patterns.
The big news this week is we're seeing that full transition to summer patterns taking hold. Those bass have wrapped up their spawn and are moving out to deeper water...
Late Spring Fishing on Sam Rayburn: Bass, Crappie, and Catfish Action Heats Up
May 21, 2025Artificial Lure here, checking in with your May 21st Sam Rayburn fishing report. It’s classic late-spring on Big Sam and the bite’s getting stronger by the day. Water temps are hovering right at 74 degrees, water’s stained, and the lake’s still sitting about a foot above pool level. Sunrise came at 6:30 am and sunset’s right about 8:15 pm, so you’ve got plenty of daylight to wet a line. Winds are light early, but expect a warm, breezy afternoon pushing highs into the low 80s.
Bass fishing is the hot ticket right now. The spawn’s about wrappe...
Fishing Report for Lake Sam Rayburn: Summer Patterns, Bites, and Holiday Tips
May 19, 2025Howdy folks, Artificial Lure here with your Monday morning fishing report for May 19th, 2025, coming to you from beautiful Lake Sam Rayburn. We're looking at another fine day on Big Sam as we ease into those summer patterns.
Water's sitting pretty at about a foot and a half above pool level with temperatures holding steady around 74 degrees. The water's got that typical stain to it, but visibility is decent enough to put some fish in the boat. Sun came up this morning at about 6:25 AM and we'll see it set around 8:20 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to...
Sam Rayburn Fishing Report - Late Spring Patterns and Hot Spots to Target
May 18, 2025Howdy y'all, Artificial Lure here with your Sunday morning Sam Rayburn fishing report for May 18th, 2025!
Let me tell ya, we're sliding right into those early summer patterns here at Big Sam! Water temperature's sitting pretty at about 74 degrees with that familiar stained clarity, and we're running about 1.5 feet above pool level this morning.
The spawn has wrapped up for our bass population, and they're transitioning to their summer haunts. Your best bet this week has been targeting those deeper zones in the 8-14 foot range. The fish are holding tight to ledges, humps, and especially...
Sam Rayburn Fishing Report May 17 2025 - Transition to Summer Patterns, Hot Crappie & Catfish Bites
May 17, 2025Howdy y'all, Artificial Lure here with your Saturday morning Sam Rayburn fishing report for May 17th, 2025!
Let me tell ya, we've got ourselves a mighty fine day for fishing on Big Sam today! The water's sitting at about 74 degrees with that classic stained clarity we've been seeing. We're running about 1.5 feet above pool level, which has those fish moving around a bit.
The big news is we're seeing that transition to summer patterns starting to take hold. Those bass have finally wrapped up their spawn and are moving out to deeper water. Your best bet right...
Fishing Report from Lake Sam Rayburn: Post-Spawn Bass, Spawning Crappie, and Hungry Catfish
May 16, 2025Howdy folks, Artificial Lure here with your Friday morning fishing report for May 16th, 2025, live from beautiful Lake Sam Rayburn.
We're looking at another fantastic day on Big Sam with water temperatures holding steady around 73-74 degrees. The lake is sitting about 1.5 feet above pool level with that typical spring stained clarity we've come to expect.
Sunrise was at 6:28 AM this morning, and we'll be seeing the sun dip below the horizon around 8:17 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to wet a line. Weather's cooperative today, perfect for a full day on the water.
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Lake Sam Rayburn Fishing Report: Shallow Bass, Crappie, and Catfish Bite Strong in Spring Action
May 14, 2025Morning folks, this is Artificial Lure with your May 14, 2025, Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report. The bite’s been holding strong and the lake’s churning with spring action. Water’s stained and sitting around 73 degrees, with the level just under a foot above pool. Winds are light early, and skies are clear with a high pushing into the low 80s by afternoon. Sunrise was at 6:19 AM and sunset lines up about 8:13 PM.
Bass fishing’s real good. A bunch are still hanging shallow finishing up the spawn, but most action’s now shifting out to that 8 to 14-foot range. You...
Fishing Report for Lake Sam Rayburn: Bass Spawn Winding Down, Crappie and Catfish Action Strong
May 12, 2025This is Artificial Lure checking in with your fishing report for Lake Sam Rayburn on May 12, 2025. The lake water remains stained with temperatures around 73 degrees Fahrenheit and is approximately 0.9 feet above its normal pool level. The bass spawn is winding down, but many bass are still shallow, making it a good time to target them near the banks and structure. The best bass action continues to be in the 8 to 14-foot depth range, focusing on ledges, humps, and around old timber where the fish seek cover.
For bait, anglers are having great success using big worms on Texas...
Sam Rayburn Fishing Report May 2025: Bass Spawn Winding Down, Crappie and Catfish Biting Strong
May 11, 2025Howdy y'all, this is Artificial Lure with your Sunday morning Sam Rayburn fishing report for May 11th, 2025!
Let me tell ya, we're smack dab in the heart of late spring fishing season here at Big Sam, and things are heating up faster than asphalt in August! Water's sitting at a comfortable 73 degrees with a slightly stained clarity, and we're running about 0.9 feet above pool level.
The bass spawn is wrapping up this week, folks. While you can still find some shallow spawners, the best bite has shifted to those 8-14 foot zones. I've been putting clients...
"Rayburn Fishing Report: Bass Winding Down Spawn, Crappie and Catfish Biting Well"
May 10, 2025Good morning, folks! This is Artificial Lure coming at you with your Saturday, May 10th fishing report for Lake Sam Rayburn.
The lake is looking good this morning with water levels holding at about 0.90 feet above pool level. Water temperature is sitting at a comfortable 73 degrees with a stained clarity. Perfect conditions for what we've got going on!
Many bass are wrapping up their spawn this week. If you've been trying to target those spawners, this might be your last good chance before they move off the beds completely. For the best action, I'd recommend focusing...
Lake Sam Rayburn Fishing Report: Late Spring Bite Heats Up
May 09, 2025This is Artificial Lure checking in with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for May 9, 2025. We’re enjoying classic late-spring conditions here in East Texas, with sunrise right around 6:30 am and sunset coming up just before 8:00 pm. Mornings have been comfortable and afternoons are warm, with water temps steady at 73 to 74 degrees. The lake is sitting just above normal pool, and the water is stained but fishable.
Largemouth bass activity has been solid, though most of the bigger fish have pulled off the shallows as the last wave of the spawn finishes up. Your best shot at a qu...
Sam Rayburn Fishing Report: Transition Time as Bass, Crappie, and Catfish Patterns Shift [131 characters]
May 07, 2025Good mornin', folks! This is Artificial Lure comin' at ya with your Sam Rayburn fishing report for Wednesday, May 7th, 2025.
We're lookin' at another gorgeous day here in East Texas. Sunrise was about 6:30 AM, and we'll see the sun dippin' down just before 8:00 PM tonight. Lake conditions are holdin' steady with water temps hoverin' around 73-74 degrees. The lake's sittin' just a hair above normal pool at about 0.06 feet above, and we've still got that typical spring stain to the water, but nothin' that'll mess with your fishin' plans today.
Bass fishin' has been GOOD this...
Fishing Report Sam Rayburn: Transition Bite, Crappie Spawn, and Hot Spots for May 5th, 2025
May 05, 2025Good morning, folks! This is Artificial Lure comin' at you with your Sam Rayburn fishing report for Monday, May 5th, 2025.
We're looking at another beautiful day here in East Texas with sunrise having kicked off around 6:30 AM and sunset expected just before 8:00 PM tonight. Lake conditions are holding steady with water temps right around 73-74 degrees and the lake sitting just a hair above normal pool at about 0.06 feet. Water's still showing that typical spring stain, but nothing to worry about for your fishing plans today.
Bass fishing has been GOOD this past week, though that...
Fishing Report: Bass, Crappie, and Catfish Action at Lake Sam Rayburn
May 04, 2025Good morning from Lake Sam Rayburn, this is Artificial Lure with your Sunday, May 4th fishing report. The lake is still holding steady just a hair above pool, and water temperatures are sitting around 73 degrees. We’ve had some humid, mild weather this week with partly cloudy skies, and just a hint of a breeze most mornings. Sunrise today was right at 6:35 AM and sunset will be about 8:05 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to get your lines wet.
Bass fishing is in good shape right now. Most of the largemouths are finishing up their spawn this week, so...
Sam Rayburn Fishing Report: Steady Bite for Bass, Crappie, and Catfish
May 03, 2025This is Artificial Lure with your Sam Rayburn fishing report for Saturday, May 3, 2025.
We woke up to classic springtime conditions in East Texas, with the sunrise cracking the horizon around 6:30 AM and sunset expected just before 8:00 PM. Weather is holding mild and comfortable, water temps right around 73 to 74 degrees, and the lake level sitting just above normal pool, so fishing patterns have been steady and consistent this past week. The water is stained but still plenty fishable, and we are seeing a typical post-cold front bite with bass and panfish making moves.
Bass fishing has been...
Sam Rayburn Reservoir Report: Bass, Crappie, and Catfish Biting Well in Mild Spring Conditions
May 02, 2025Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure bringing you the latest from Sam Rayburn Reservoir on Friday, May 2, 2025. The bite is holding steady and it is a great time to be on the water. Here is your detailed local report.
We are waking up to water temperatures around 73 degrees, waters just barely over pool level at 0.06 feet above, and light stain across the lake. Sunrise was right around 6:28 a.m. this morning, with sunset expected about 8:04 p.m. We have partly cloudy conditions early with a mild wind out of the southeast, which should keep things comfortable and...
Springtime Success on Sam Rayburn - Luring Bass, Crappie, and Catfish
Apr 30, 2025Artificial Lure here with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Wednesday, April 30, 2025.
We’re hitting the tail end of spring, and Lake Sam Rayburn is fishing true to form for this time of year. Water temps are hanging around the mid-70s, sitting about a foot above pool, and the water’s got that typical East Texas stain. Sunrise is just after 6:30 a.m., and sunset’s pushing close to 8:00 p.m. No coastal tides to consider on the lake, but the rising water from recent rains has pushed fish shallow into the newly flooded cover and timber...
Lake Sam Rayburn Fishing Report: Chasing Big Bites Amid Changing Conditions
Apr 23, 2025Artificial Lure here with your daily Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Wednesday, April 23, 2025. We kicked off today with sunrise at 6:48 AM and you can expect sunset to hit around 7:46 PM, giving you prime daylight for chasing those big bites. Recent conditions have the lake water stained and sitting a little above normal pool, with temperatures steady in the low to mid 70s. We’re just coming off a cold front, which has made that shallow bass bite a bit tough, but there’s still plenty of action out there for folks who know where to look.
Largemouth bass...
Lake Sam Rayburn Fishing Report: Bass, Crappie, and Catfish Bites Heating Up
Apr 21, 2025Artificial Lure here with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for Monday, April 21, 2025. We kicked off the morning with a sunrise at 6:48 AM, and you’ve got until sunset at 7:46 PM for a solid day on the water. The weather’s been pleasant, water temps are hanging in the low to mid 70s, and the lake’s running just over a foot above pool. The water is stained and there’s still a little chill left from a recent cold front, which has the shallow bass bite a bit tricky, but there’s plenty of action to go around.
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Sam Rayburn Fishing Report: Post-Spawn Bass, Bedding Crappie, and Catfish Chewing in the Creeks
Apr 20, 2025This is Artificial Lure reporting in from beautiful Lake Sam Rayburn, Texas, on Sunday, April 20, 2025. The lake’s water is stained, sitting just a hair above pool level, and we're seeing temperatures around 74 degrees this morning. Sunrise was at 6:41 AM, with sunset expected about 7:50 PM, giving us a long day for lines in the water.
Weather-wise, we've just come off a cold front, and you can feel that chill in the air early, but it’s warming up nicely through the day. There’s not much wind to fight this morning, which is making for some glassy pockets, especi...
Sam Rayburn Fishing Report April 2025: Bass, Crappie, Cats, and Whites Biting Strong
Apr 19, 2025Artificial Lure here with your up-to-the-minute fishing report for Lake Sam Rayburn, Texas, on Saturday, April 19, 2025.
We woke up to a sunrise at 6:48 AM and can expect sunset around 7:46 PM, giving you a full day under pleasant April skies. The water temperature is holding steady in the low to mid 70s, with the lake stained and running about a foot above normal pool. A recent cold front made the shallow bass bite a bit tricky, but don’t let that stop you—conditions are still good out there.
Largemouth bass are staging for their spawn. The bigg...
Sam Rayburn Sizzles: Springtime Fishing Bonanza at East Texas' Premier Lake
Apr 18, 2025Good morning, anglers, Artificial Lure here with your Lake Sam Rayburn fishing report for April 18, 2025. We’re set for a classic East Texas spring day—partly cloudy skies, highs rising to around 86, and a light breeze that’ll make for comfortable casting. Sunrise was at 6:48 AM, sunset hits at 7:46 PM, so there’s plenty of daylight to work every bite you can find. The lake’s running just over a foot above pool and water temps are ranging from 66 to the low 70s, with some back pockets pushing up even warmer[4][9][2].
Bass action is red hot right now. The largem...
"Springtime Bounty on Sam Rayburn: Bass, Crappie, and Catfish Bite Hot"
Apr 16, 2025Good morning, folks, this is Artificial Lure with today’s fishing report straight from Lake Sam Rayburn, Texas, for April 16, 2025.
We’re set up for a beautiful spring day here on Rayburn. The sunrise was at 6:48 a.m., and sunset will be at 7:46 p.m., giving you nearly thirteen hours of daylight to get after it. Temperatures are rising quick, expected to hit the mid-80s by afternoon, and the wind is set to stay light, making for comfortable boating and casting. The water is stained, sitting 1.25 feet above pool, and surface temps are ranging from 66 to low 70s—pr...
Fishing Forecast for Lake Sam Rayburn: Ideal Conditions for Largemouth, Crappie, and White Bass
Apr 14, 2025Good morning, anglers! Today is Monday, April 14, 2025, and it's shaping up to be another fantastic day for fishing at Lake Sam Rayburn, Texas. Here’s everything you need to know to make the most of your outing.
The weather today will be partly cloudy with a high reaching 86°F and a light breeze blowing across the lake—perfect conditions for fishing. Sunrise was at 6:48 AM, and sunset will be at 7:46 PM, giving you a solid window to hit the water. The lake is slightly stained, with water temperatures ranging from 66°F to the low 70s, and it remains 1.25 feet a...
Springtime Bounty on Lake Sam Rayburn: Bass, Crappie, and Catfish Abound
Apr 13, 2025Good morning, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your latest fishing report for today, April 13, 2025, focusing on Lake Sam Rayburn, Texas. Let’s break down the current fishing conditions, weather, and best spots to help maximize your day on the water.
The weather is pleasant today, with partly cloudy skies and a high of 76°F. Winds are light, making for optimal angling conditions. Sunrise was at 6:47 AM, and sunset will occur at 7:46 PM, giving you plenty of daylight. The water temperature ranges from 66°F to the low 70s, ideal for springtime fishing. The lake is slightly above normal pool at 1...
Springtime Slam at Sam Rayburn Reservoir: April 2025 Fishing Report
Apr 12, 2025Good morning, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your fresh-off-the-dock fishing update for April 12, 2025, at Lake Sam Rayburn, Texas. It’s prime time to hit the water, and here’s everything you need to know before you cast your line.
The weather is shaping up nicely today with partly cloudy skies, a high of 86°F, and a gentle breeze—perfect for a day on the water. Sunrise was at 6:48 AM, and sunset will be at 7:46 PM, giving you plenty of time to find the bite. The lake is slightly stained, the water temperature is ranging from 66°F to the low 70s...
Reel in the Bite: Fishing Forecast for Lake Sam Rayburn, Texas on April 11, 2025
Apr 11, 2025Hey there, folks! Artificial Lure here, bringing you the lowdown on today’s fishing prospects around Lake Sam Rayburn, Texas, for April 11, 2025. Let’s dive right in.
Today’s weather is shaping up nicely for anglers. Temperatures range from the mid-60s in the morning to the mid-70s by afternoon, with partly cloudy skies and a light south wind. Sunrise was at 6:33 AM, and sunset will be at 7:24 PM, giving you ample time to hook the big one. The lake’s water level sits slightly above pool at 0.46 feet, and the water temperature is hovering around 72 degrees—ideal for...