A man made lake built by the Army Corps of Engineers, Lake Sam Rayburn is one of the premier locations for bass fishing in Texas. With a surface area of more than 100,000 acres there are plenty of places to set up and cast from. Open all year round, the warm climate makes Lake Sam Rayburn a great place for some winter fishing trips and it is notable for its abundance of largemouth bass. Overlooked by the Angelina National Forest the lake is a good place for a weekend fishing trip with a green and scenic landscape that enhances the fishing experience. Accommodations can be found nearby in Lufkin where there are a variety of hotels and guesthouses.
Situated east of Dallas, Lake Fork is perhaps one of the best locations for bass fishing in the United States. A 27,000 acre lake fed by the Sabine River, Lake Fork is home to a large population of bass and most fishermen experience a high success rate when it comes to catching these fish. Due to its popularity however, there is a limit on how many fish can be caught in a day; anglers have a bag limit of 5. A good destination for year-round fishing, many bass fishermen frequent the lake during the cooler winter and fall when the fish are more active due to lower temperatures.
Although not as large as some of the other lakes in Texas, Choke Canyon nevertheless hold its own in bass fishing. Situated northwest of Corpus Christi, Choke Canyon provides anglers with rocky outcrops and ledges to fish from and the landscape offers a tranquil setting. Much like the rest of Texas, Choke Canyon has a temperate climate all year and fishing is possible throughout the fall and winter. Home to several species of fish with bass being most prominent, the reservoir is a draw for anglers from all over with the more experienced types arriving in the cooler months. Although the dominant species is bass, trying to catch them in the Texas summer heat can be a frustrating process as they are more lethargic and less likely to bite. As a result you will find that Choke Canyon is busier from fall through to spring.
