Lake Texoma Catfish Fishing Charters

Lake Texoma Catfish Fishing Charters

Top Lake Texoma Catfish Fishing Destinations

Best Catfish Fishing Charters in Lake Texoma

Lake Texoma: 12 fishing charters available
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(106 reviews)
Gordonville
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trips from US $300
Excellent
4.3 / 5
(98 reviews)
Pottsboro
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trips from US $250
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(122 reviews)
Pottsboro
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trips from US $150
Excellent
4.8 / 5
(170 reviews)
Pottsboro
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trips from US $400

Catfish Fishing in Lake Texoma

Catfish
  • Size 2 to 40lbs
  • Food Value Good
  • Game Qualities Average
  • Habitats River, Lake, Flats, Backcountry

(Ictalurus punctatus/furcatus; Pylodictis olivaris; Ameiurus catus)

Lake Texoma’s Catfish population is really something to brag about. The world-record Blue Catfish was hooked here, after all! Whether you want to battle your very own trophy-sized Cat, or simply hook something tasty for dinner, a Catfish adventure in Lake Texoma is something that every angler needs to experience at least once. Come cast your line here alongside a local fishing guide, and you may find yourself breaking that world record! 

Where to Go

The entire lake is pretty Catfish-friendly, and you’ll find three varieties here – Channel, Flathead, and Blue. Of these, Blue Catfish are generally the most widely-hooked and popular  in Lake Texoma, abundant between November and March. 
 
So now you know what you can catch, and when you can catch it – but where should you go? Catfish love lurking in waters that provide plenty of hiding places, such as river channel bends, stumps, laydown logs, big rocks, and muddy lake bottoms. Lake Texoma is full of hotspots that these sneaky fish inhabit!
 

Texas

If you’re closer to the Texas side of the lake and are looking for a family-friendly experience, head to the small town of Pottsboro. Here, you’ll find a variety of fishing guides who will take you to Little Mineral Arm, which branches out from Lake Texoma. The Catfish you can hook here are on the smaller side, but they’re abundant! You’ll also come across Crappie and other tasty Panfish. 
 
For more experienced anglers, the town of Preston provides access not only to Little Mineral Arm, but also where the Red River leads into the lake. Huge Blue Catfish can be found in these brackish waters. Charter guides and captains will happily take you out for a full day, so you can get your fill of Catfishing.
 

Oklahoma

The Oklahoma side of Lake Texoma offers up some prime Catfishing spots, too. The town of Durant is located at the point where the Washita River feeds into the lake, and Catfish love lurking in the murky waters created by this meeting. As well as huge Blues, you’ll also find the odd Flathead at the end of your line.
 
Looking for a Catfishing family adventure in Oklahoma? Head to the tiny town of Cartwright, which is located along the banks of Lake Texoma’s Burns Run. It’s quiet, secluded, and has amenities including a boat ramp where charter captains like to dock. Even better? There are plenty of fishing hotspots along the banks of the run, so many captains will happily take you out for a half day adventure, usually yielding seriously impressive results.

How to Prepare

No matter whether you opt for a half day trip or a full day on the lake, charter captains here know exactly what it takes to make an unforgettable angling adventure. You’ll generally be provided with top-quality rods and reels, bait, lures, and tackle. All you need to bring along is a valid fishing license. You can fish certain parts of the lake with an Oklahoma or Texas Fishing License, but the best choice by far is the standalone Lake Texoma Fishing License. This gives you full access to the entire lake!
 
Whether you want to break that world record, or stock your cooler with delicious dinner options, fishing for Catfish on Lake Texoma is something that shouldn’t be missed. Come discover it for yourself!
 

Lake Texoma Catfish Fishing Seasons

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Seasonality

Catfish fishing in Lake Texoma varies moderately throughout the year. High season is January to March and November to December. Low season is June to September. There is no closed season.
Lake Texoma
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Based on 28,446 reviews by FishingBooker anglers

What anglers said about Catfish Fishing in Lake Texoma

Take a trip with Bill and he will work the lake hard to get you fish and he is very personable!!!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Take a trip with Bill and he will work the lake hard to get you fish and he is very personable!!!
Bill Miller Texoma Striper Guide
Bill Miller Texoma Striper Guide
If there is a chance of a windy day, say over 15mph, look for a guide with a big boat. Keeping It Reel has a big boat and it served us well when the wind picked up for a few hours.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
If there is a chance of a windy day, say over 15mph, look for a guide with a big boat. Keeping It Reel has a big boat and it served us well when the wind picked up for a few hours.
Keepin It Reel Striper Guide Service
Keepin It Reel Striper Guide Service
I would recommend using Bob's Guide Service, he has lots of experience with a top notch boat and equipment.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
I would recommend using Bob's Guide Service, he has lots of experience with a top notch boat and equipment.
Bob's Guide Service
Bob's Guide Service Sherman, Texas
Tanglewood resort is a great place to stay; Very close to all the docks and good proximity to all necessities for a fishing trip.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tanglewood resort is a great place to stay; Very close to all the docks and good proximity to all necessities for a fishing trip.
Ed's Texoma Striper Guide Service
Ed's Texoma Striper Guide Service
Donโ€™t trust the weather man in November. He may say it will be sunny and 65 but take warm clothes, we did and darn glad we were prepared.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Donโ€™t trust the weather man in November. He may say it will be sunny and 65 but take warm clothes, we did and darn glad we were prepared.
Ed's Texoma Striper Guide Service
Ed's Texoma Striper Guide Service
Weather can be iffy, bite is often solid, sometimes with bigger fish, but fish can be changing patterns to deadsticking.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Weather can be iffy, bite is often solid, sometimes with bigger fish, but fish can be changing patterns to deadsticking.
Papa Bob's Guide Service
Papa Bob's Guide Service
Our guide worked hard to get us onto the fish and the experience didnโ€™t disappoint! It was beautiful weather too.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Our guide worked hard to get us onto the fish and the experience didnโ€™t disappoint! It was beautiful weather too.
Ed's Texoma Striper Guide Service
Ed's Texoma Striper Guide Service
Take the time to book a trip with Captain Dylan. He was very professional and knowledgeable on fishing for stripers.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Take the time to book a trip with Captain Dylan. He was very professional and knowledgeable on fishing for stripers.
Dw's Guide Service
Dw's Guide Service Dallas, Texas
Look up Charles Lee, he knows the lake and how to read his electronic to put you on the fish.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Look up Charles Lee, he knows the lake and how to read his electronic to put you on the fish.
Gone Fishinโ€™ Guide Service
Gone Fishinโ€™ Guide Service Lawton, OK
You need a boat to get to the deeper waters if you're trying to haul out fish the summer.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
You need a boat to get to the deeper waters if you're trying to haul out fish the summer.
Ed's Texoma Striper Guide Service
Ed's Texoma Striper Guide Service Irving, TX
It was pretty warm, and the striper were a little uncooperative, but we ended up doing pretty well.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
It was pretty warm, and the striper were a little uncooperative, but we ended up doing pretty well.
Chris Stowe Striper Guide Service
Chris Stowe Striper Guide Service Roanoke, TX
Make sure to get a knowledgable guide. It's a huge lake. Look at bigfoot stripers, you can't go wrong.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Make sure to get a knowledgable guide. It's a huge lake. Look at bigfoot stripers, you can't go wrong.
Bigfoot Stripers
Bigfoot Stripers Oklahoma City, OK
The fish are abundant this time of year. If you want to catch not only quantity of fish, as well as quality, this is a perfect time to visit and fish.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
The fish are abundant this time of year. If you want to catch not only quantity of fish, as well as quality, this is a perfect time to visit and fish.
Troyโ€™s Guide Service
Troyโ€™s Guide Service
A cabin in the marina where your guides boat is located is a convenient way to go.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
A cabin in the marina where your guides boat is located is a convenient way to go.
Crosscreek Guide Service
Crosscreek Guide Service Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Do it. Stayed at Aarowhead Point Lodge. Rooms were quite, clean and staff were extremely accommodating.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Do it. Stayed at Aarowhead Point Lodge. Rooms were quite, clean and staff were extremely accommodating.
Bill Miller Texoma Striper Guide
Bill Miller Texoma Striper Guide Olney, TX
Book a trip for two or three with Texoma Outfitters and Captain Tim, bring a few drinks and snacks, and have a great time! The stripers were biting pretty steady at the third location we tried, so we anchored and kept catching for the rest of the trip. Book a room in Denison or Sherman for the night before your trip if you're not close and not a morning person like me!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Book a trip for two or three with Texoma Outfitters and Captain Tim, bring a few drinks and snacks, and have a great time! The stripers were biting pretty steady at the third location we tried, so we anchored and kept catching for the rest of the trip. Book a room in Denison or Sherman for the night before your trip if you're not close and not a morning person like me!
Texoma Outfitter
Texoma Outfitter Highland Village, TX
Do a little investigation of the area youโ€™ll find that Wilder many captains Captain Bill was quick answer questions and addressed my concerns and issues
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Do a little investigation of the area youโ€™ll find that Wilder many captains Captain Bill was quick answer questions and addressed my concerns and issues
Bill Miller Texoma Striper Guide
Bill Miller Texoma Striper Guide The Colony, Texas
Ed was a great guide! We stayed in the cabins at Little Mineral Resort. Very enjoyable and reasonable, right in the water.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Ed was a great guide! We stayed in the cabins at Little Mineral Resort. Very enjoyable and reasonable, right in the water.
Ed's Texoma Striper Guide Service
Ed's Texoma Striper Guide Service Portales, NM
Find yourself a seasoned Texoma fishing guide and enjoy the adventure that awaits.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Find yourself a seasoned Texoma fishing guide and enjoy the adventure that awaits.
Ed's Texoma Striper Guide Service
Ed's Texoma Striper Guide Service Denton, TX
If youโ€™ve never rode with a guide before, expect to have a great time and a great experience.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
If youโ€™ve never rode with a guide before, expect to have a great time and a great experience.
Ed's Texoma Striper Guide Service
Ed's Texoma Striper Guide Service Lincoln, NE