Sam Rayburn Fishing Report: Bass Bonanza, Crappie Crush, and Catfish Chaos on a Balmy Spring Day

Howdy, folks! Artificial Lure here with your Sam Rayburn fishing report for March 28, 2025. Let me tell you, the fishing's been hotter than a jalapeno on a Texas summer day! We're looking at a beautiful spring morning with partly cloudy skies and temperatures in the mid-60s, climbing up to the mid-70s by afternoon. Sunrise was at 7:11 AM, and we'll see the sun dip below the horizon at 7:34 PM. The lake level is sitting pretty at about 0.76 feet above normal pool, and water temps are hovering around 62 degrees. Now, let's talk fish. The bass are moving shallow, getting ready to spawn. Anglers have been hauling in some real lunkers, with several 8-10 pounders reported this week. Most folks are catching largemouth in the 3-5 pound range, but don't be surprised if you hook into something bigger. For you bass hunters, I'd recommend tying on a chartreuse and white spinnerbait or a watermelon red flake Senko. Work those points and creek channels, and don't forget to flip those bushes! The fish are staging on points and flats near spawning areas, so keep that in mind. Crappie fishing has been on fire too, with limits being caught in 8-12 feet of water around brush piles. If you're after crappie, minnows and jigs in blue/white or chartreuse have been doing the trick. Catfish have been biting well on cut bait and stink bait in 15-20 feet of water. And for you white bass enthusiasts, they're starting to run up the creeks. Try throwing small crankbaits or white curly-tail grubs. As for hotspots, the Angelina River arm has been producing some nice catches, especially around Caney Creek. Don't overlook the area near Twin Dikes - I've heard some good reports coming from there too. The hay grass on the north end of the lake near Harvey Creek has been holding some good fish, and the timber in 5-10 feet of water off Needmore Point is worth checking out. Remember, folks, the key to success is getting out there and wetting a line. So grab your gear, hit the water, and tight lines to ya! This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.