Lake Sam Rayburn Fishing Report: Clear Skies and Active Fish for December 29, 2024

If you're planning to hit Lake Sam Rayburn today, December 29, 2024, here's what you need to know: First off, the weather is looking pretty good with a high of 59 degrees and mostly clear skies. Sunrise was at 7:13 AM, and sunset will be at 5:22 PM, giving you a full 10 hours and 8 minutes of daylight. The water level is slightly stained and sits at 58 degrees, 2.29 feet below pool. This time of year, the fish are adjusting to the cooler temperatures, but they're still active. Bass are chasing shad in the shallows and off points, so look for areas with grass, especially on the south end of the lake. Crankbaits are your best bet here. You can also find bass around shoreline brush, hay grass, high spots, shallow ditches, and creek channel swings. Topwater baits, spinnerbaits, and soft plastics are also effective. Crappie and white bass are moving in the river channel but aren't stacked up like usual. You might need to search a bit to find them, but jigs and minnows should do the trick. Catfish are doing well in 15-26 feet of water on cut bait and minnows. Target the river bends and deeper areas for the best results. For hot spots, focus on the south end where you can find grass and brush. The creek channel swings and shallow ditches are also prime areas. If you're after crappie, check out the standing timber in the river channel. Remember to drain your boat and onboard receptacles to prevent the spread of zebra mussels. Good luck out there, and tight lines This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.