Discover the Best Fishing Spots in Texas During Spring and Summer

Looking for prime fishing locations? Texas stands out as one of the top states for angling, offering a diverse range of fish species. Whether you seek saltwater or freshwater catches, Texas's waters are abundant. Popular fishing spots across the state excel in both quantity and quality of fish. To maximize your experience, it’s important to target peak seasons and prime locations. From lakes to the Gulf of Mexico, the state's fishing reports highlight the best times and places for a successful catch.

Explore what Texas waters offer in spring and summer based on recent fishing reports.

Spring (March, April, May)
Spring is considered prime time for largemouth bass fishing, with Lake Fork being a top location—34 of Texas’s 50 record-sized largemouths were caught here. The record largemouth, weighing 18.18 pounds, was found in Lake Fork in March. Mid-spring is ideal for blue catfish at Lake Buchanan, which also offers channel and flathead catfish. Moving into late spring, Lake Texoma becomes a hotspot for striped bass following their migration in February and March.

During summer (June, July, August), Gulf of Mexico’s red snapper is highly sought after, though seasonal limits apply. The fish is prized both for its taste and popularity. Lake Tawakoni is renowned for its channel catfish, especially mid-summer, earning it the nickname “Catfish Capital of Texas.” The summer also hosts the annual catfish harvest—a must-see event. As summer winds down, August brings the opportunity to fish at Laguna Madre for fresh speckled trout, one of the most exciting catches during this season and known as the “Mother Lagoon” for its rich fishing opportunities.