Lake Texoma Fishing
Access points, records, regulations and the current lake level on 74,686 acres in Grayson County.
- 74,686acres
- 100 ftmax depth
- 17boat ramps
- 11.9 lbrecord bass
Photo: usacetulsa, CC BY 2.0
Lake Texoma, Texas at a glance
Lake Texoma is a 74,686 acre reservoir, 100 feet deep at the dam, first filled in 1944. A Red River impoundment on the Texas-Oklahoma border northwest of Sherman-Denison, west of US 75.
The fish to target, going by TPWD ratings: smallmouth bass, blue catfish and striped bass as excellent, with largemouth & spotted bass, channel catfish, crappie and white bass rated good.
The lake record largemouth weighed 11.9 pounds and was caught in 2013.
Expect moderate to clear water on a typical day; the lake carries not abundant, but there are some stands of water willow, american lotus, floating heart, and bushy pondweed. blue-green algae blooms occasionally occur in this reservoir. visit the usace tulsa district website for any current advisories or warnings; water level fluctuation is described as 5-8 feet annually.
Controlling authority: US Army Corps of Engineers (903) 465-4990. Lake Texoma facts from the TPWD lake page, checked October 2026.
Water level at Lake Texoma today
TWDB reservoir data for Lake Texoma, refreshed each hour.
Texas Water Development Board, Water Data for Texas, reading dated 2026-10-09. Retrieved Oct 9, 2026 5:07 am ET. 30 day chart on TWDB.
USGS has no current reading for these gauges.
What bites at Lake Texoma
TPWD survey ratings for Lake Texoma, species by species.
Scale used for Lake Texoma: excellent 4, good 3, fair 2, poor 1.
The main game fish TPWD lists for this lake: Blue & channel catfish, White & striped bass, Largemouth bass, Spotted bass, Smallmouth bass, Black & white crappie, Bluegill.
Lake Texoma lake records
Top weights TPWD has certified at Lake Texoma, by species.
| Species | Weight (lb) | Length (in) | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue catfish | 121.5 | 58 | 2004-01-16 |
| Alligator gar | 77.5 | 73 | 1995-06-13 |
| Bigmouth buffalo | 47 | 39 | 2005-05-06 |
| Flathead catfish | 45.65 | 42.5 | 1997-04-06 |
| Smallmouth buffalo | 42 | 41.25 | 2001-05-09 |
| Striped bass | 35.12 | 39 | 1984-04-25 |
| Black buffalo | 34.88 | 39.5 | 2004-05-19 |
| Freshwater drum | 34.7 | 32.25 | 1995-03-30 |
| Grass carp | 33.5 | 41 | 2001-03-25 |
| Longnose gar | 22.72 | 55 | 1991-08-30 |
| Common carp | 18.4 | 34 | 2020-05-27 |
| Hybrid striped bass | 14.88 | 31 | 1992-03-22 |
Lake Texoma records: TPWD water body records, list updated October 8, 2026. Retrieved October 2026.
Boat ramps and access on Lake Texoma
TPWD lists 19 access points on this lake, 17 with a boat ramp and 5 with a marina.
Texoma Marina & Resort
Boat ramp; marina; fee charged; Restrooms, Cleaning Stations, Live Bait, ADA Accessible, Parking. (903) 523-4308
Rock Creek Marina & Resort
Boat ramp; marina; fee charged; Parking. (903) 523-3535
Cedar Bayou
Boat ramp; fee charged; Restrooms, Parking, Boat Gas, Picnic Areas, Camping. (903) 523-4248
Juniper Point West
Boat ramp; fee charged; Restrooms, Parking, Courtesy Docks, Camping. (903) 523-4022
Juniper Point East
Boat ramp; fee charged; Restrooms, Parking, Courtesy Docks, Camping. (903) 523-4022
Cedar Mills Resort
Boat ramp; fee charged; Restrooms, Cleaning Stations, Parking, Courtesy Docks, Boat Gas. (903) 523-4222
Walnut Creek Marina
Boat ramp; marina; fee charged; Restrooms, Cleaning Stations, Parking, Boat Gas, Picnic Areas. (903) 523-4211
Big Mineral Camp
Boat ramp; fee charged; Restrooms, Cleaning Stations, Live Bait, Parking, Boat Gas. (903) 523-4287
Flowing Wells Resort
Boat ramp; fee charged; Restrooms, ADA Accessible, Parking, Boat Gas, Picnic Areas. (903) 786-2930
Paradise Cove
Boat ramp; no fee; Restrooms, Parking, Camping. (903) 786-3890
Mill Creek Marina
Boat ramp; marina; fee charged; Restrooms, Cleaning Stations, Parking, Boat Gas, Picnic Areas. (903) 786-2227
Highport Resort
Four lane ramp; fee charged; Restrooms, Parking, Courtesy Docks, Boat Gas. (903) 786-7000
Island View Park
Public access listed by TPWD.
Lighthouse Resort
Boat ramp; no fee; Restrooms, Cleaning Stations, Live Bait, Parking, Boat Gas. (903) 786-2311
Little Mineral Marina
Boat ramp; marina; fee charged; Restrooms, Cleaning Stations, ADA Accessible, Parking, Picnic Areas. (903) 786-2332
Preston Bend Park
Fee charged; Restrooms, Parking, Courtesy Docks, Camping. (903) 786-8408
Map: 28 TPWD access points. Ramp facts: TPWD Lake Texoma page, October 2026. Low water can close ramps.
Limits that differ from statewide rules at Lake Texoma
These exceptions replace the statewide limit for the listed species on this lake only.
Zebra mussels have been found in this reservoir.
| Species | Rule at Lake Texoma |
|---|---|
| Catfish | For blue and channel catfish, no minimum length; combined daily bag limit = 15 fish. Only 1 blue catfish 30 inches or greater in length may be retained each day. For flathead catfish, no minimum length limit; daily bag = 5. |
| Crappie | For black and white crappie, minimum length limit = 10 inches and daily bag limit = 37 in any combination. Possession limit = 50 crappie. |
| Gar | During May, no person shall take alligator gar from, or possess alligator gar while on, the Red River (including Lake Texoma) and all tributaries that drain directly or indirectly to the Red River on the Texas/Oklahoma border in Cooke, Grayson, Fannin, Lamar, Red River, and Bowie counties. |
| Walleye and saugeye | No minimum length, but only two of the 5-fish daily bag can be under 16 inches in length. |
| White bass | For white bass, no MLL and daily bag = 25. |
| Striped bass and their Hybrids | For striped bass and hybrid striped bass, no MLL, daily bag = 10 and possession limit = 20, and only 2 striped or hybrid striped bass, 20 inches or greater, may be retained each day. Culling of striped bass and hybrid striped bass is prohibited. |
Limits for Lake Texoma from the TPWD Outdoor Annual, 2026-27 (valid Sep. 1, 2026 through Aug. 31, 2027), checked October 2026.
Fish stocked in Lake Texoma
| Year | Species | Number | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Lone star bass | 125,757 | Fingerling |
| 2025 | Lone star bass | 52,690 | Fingerling |
| 2024 | Channel catfish | 204 | Fingerling |
Lake Texoma stocking: TPWD stocking by water body, retrieved October 2026.
Tournaments on Lake Texoma
| Date | Event | Organizer | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-25 | 2026 TXTT Stop 3 Lake Texoma | Texas Team Trail (Outdoor Teamworks) | completed |
| 2026-06-13 | 2026 TBN Kayak Division Event 8 – Lake Texoma | Texas B.A.S.S. Nation | completed |
| 2026-06-14 | 2026 TBN North Central Region Club Qualifier 6 – Lake Texoma | Texas B.A.S.S. Nation | completed |
| 2027-05-01 | 2027 TXTT Lake Texoma | Texas Team Trail (Outdoor Teamworks) | upcoming |
Tournament dates for Lake Texoma from each organizer, retrieved October 2026.
Shops and guides near Lake Texoma
- Lone Star Ski & TackleDenison, 2 miles southeast of the lake, (903) 465-6110
- Eisenhower Yacht ClubDenison, 2 miles west of the lake, (903) 463-3999
- Grandpappy Point Resort & MarinaDenison, 5 miles northwest of the lake, (903) 465-6330
- Marina Fox DesignsDenison, 5 miles southeast of the lake, (903) 361-7202
- Little Mineral Marina & ResortPottsboro, 6 miles northwest of the lake, (903) 786-2332
- Lighthouse Marina, 6 miles northwest of the lake, (903) 361-5070
- Tackle BoxPottsboro, 6 miles west of the lake, (903) 786-9010
- Highport Marina, 8 miles west of the lake
- Striper Express Guide ServiceFreshwater guide, (903) 786-4477
- Stripers IncFreshwater guide, (903) 815-1609
- Bruce's Striped Bass Guide ServiceFreshwater guide, (903) 786-3991
- Mike Blakely's Guide ServiceFreshwater guide, (903) 271-2018
- Four Seasons Fishing & Hunting Guide ServiceFreshwater guide, (903) 465-5262
- Tinker'sFreshwater guide, (903) 786-6331
- Texoma OutfittersFreshwater guide, (903) 821-1313
- American Sports FishFreshwater guide, (903) 523-4184
Shops within 30 miles of Lake Texoma: OpenStreetMap contributors and store lists, retrieved October 2026.
Lakes and towns near Lake Texoma
Bonham City Lake
28 miles southeast, 1,020 acres
Bonham State Park Lake
31 miles southeast, 65 acres
Coffee Mill Lake
35 miles east, 650 acres
Bois d'Arc Lake
35 miles east, 16,641 acres
- DenisonGrayson County, 4 miles south
- PottsboroGrayson County, 7 miles southwest
- ShermanGrayson County, 13 miles south
- GordonvilleGrayson County, 16 miles west
- Grayson CountyFishing access across the county
Questions about fishing Lake Texoma
How big is Lake Texoma?
Lake Texoma covers 74,686 surface acres and is 100 feet deep at its deepest point, according to TPWD.
When was Lake Texoma built?
The reservoir was impounded in 1944.
What is the Lake Texoma record largemouth bass?
The lake record largemouth bass weighed 11.9 pounds and measured 25.5 inches, caught 2013-02-17, per TPWD water body records.
What other lake records does Lake Texoma hold?
Blue catfish 121.5 lb; Alligator gar 77.5 lb; Bigmouth buffalo 47 lb.
What fish are best at Lake Texoma?
TPWD rates largemouth & spotted bass good; smallmouth bass excellent; blue catfish excellent; channel catfish good; flathead catfish fair; crappie good; striped bass excellent; white bass good.
How many boat ramps are on Lake Texoma?
TPWD lists 17 boat ramps on Lake Texoma, and 2 of them charge no fee.
Is there a marina on Lake Texoma?
Yes. TPWD lists 5 marinas at Lake Texoma: Texoma Marina & Resort, Rock Creek Marina & Resort, Walnut Creek Marina and Mill Creek Marina.
How do I check the water level at Lake Texoma?
This page shows the current Lake Texoma level from the Texas Water Development Board, refreshed hourly.
Does Lake Texoma have special fishing regulations?
Yes. TPWD sets lake specific limits here for Catfish, Crappie and Gar. See the limits table on this page for the 2026-27 rules.
Is Lake Texoma stocked?
Yes. TPWD stocked 125,757 fingerling lone star bass in 2026, and 3 stocking events are on record since 2024.
Are there fishing tournaments on Lake Texoma?
Upcoming: 2027 TXTT Lake Texoma on 2027-05-01, run by Texas Team Trail (Outdoor Teamworks).
What town is closest to Lake Texoma?
Denison is 4 miles south of the lake center, in Grayson County.
More water near Lake Texoma
Check the level, then pick a ramp from the list above.