🐟 What fish can you catch in Sam Rayburn?

Most commonly caught species around Sam Rayburn , TX : Largemouth bass - 2,773 reported catches Spotted bass - 417 reported catches Black crappie - 243 reported catches Channel catfish - 204 reported catches White crappie - 172 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Sam Rayburn fishing reports?

The latest Sam Rayburn , TX fishing reports are: @kenaibutton reported a nice Common carp at Sabine River . @kenaibutton reported a nice Flathead catfish at Sabine River . @edwinfigueroa6717 reported a nice Black drum at Sabine River . .

Fishing in Sam Rayburn, TX

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Sam Rayburn, Texas?

Anglers in Sam Rayburn , TX recommend these top fishing spots: Sam Rayburn Reservoir , B A Steinhagen Lake , Angelina River , Neches River , Jasper City Park Pond .

Q: 📅 What is the best time to go fishing in Sam Rayburn?

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Texas, United States

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Top fish species in Sam Rayburn

Latest Sam Rayburn fishing reports

Caney Creek

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Common carp

Sabine River

12 in · 1 lb

Flathead catfish

Sabine River

5 in · 2 oz

Black drum

Sabine River

30 in · 17 lb

Sam Rayburn Reservoir

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Largemouth bass

Sam Rayburn Reservoir

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Largemouth bass

Sam Rayburn Reservoir

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Shortnose gar

Sam Rayburn Reservoir

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Largemouth bass

Sam Rayburn Reservoir

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Spotted bass

Sam Rayburn Reservoir

18 in · 3 lb

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Fishing regulations in Sam Rayburn

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Texas can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching Largemouth bass as of April 16th, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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Largemouth bass

Seasons

Open

Bag limit

Min size

14"

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Aggregate

Daily Bag Limit = 5 fish for any combination of largemouth, smallmouth, Alabama, Guadalupe, and spotted bass.

Statewide regulations apply to all public fresh waters except locations noted in the Exceptions to Statewide Freshwater Harvest Regulations.

Very good Catch, Clean, Cook Largemouth Bass by BlueGabe

Micropterus nigricans

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31°04′44″N 94°01′36.8″W

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FAQ about Sam Rayburn fishing

Anglers in Sam Rayburn, TX recommend these top fishing spots: Sam Rayburn Reservoir, B A Steinhagen Lake, Angelina River, Neches River, and Jasper City Park Pond.

Most commonly caught species around Sam Rayburn, TX:

Largemouth bass - 2,773 reported catches
Spotted bass - 417 reported catches
Black crappie - 243 reported catches
Channel catfish - 204 reported catches
White crappie - 172 reported catches

The latest Sam Rayburn, TX fishing reports are:

@kenaibutton reported a nice Common carp at Sabine River.
@kenaibutton reported a nice Flathead catfish at Sabine River.
@edwinfigueroa6717 reported a nice Black drum at Sabine River.

Download the and see today's Fishing and Weather Forecast for Sam Rayburn, TX. We give you weather trends and help you find the perfect window to catch your next personal best. With Fishbrain Pro, you will get the following capabilities: