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Lake James

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Texas, United States

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Lake James fishing reports

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Largemouth bass

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White crappie

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White crappie

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Largemouth bass

18 in · 3 lb

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Largemouth bass

16 in · 2 lb

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Channel catfish

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General info

Lake James is a lake located in Hidalgo County, Texas, United States. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass, Channel catfish, and White crappie.

Location

26°16′54.6″N 98°12′18.5″W
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Fishing regulations at Lake James, TX

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.

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Robstown

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Corpus Christi

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Laredo

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FAQ about Lake James fishing

Lake James is a lake located in Hidalgo County, Texas, United States. Its coordinates are:
26°16′54.6″N 98°12′18.5″W
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