Lake Texoma Striped Bass Fishing Charter
Looking to hook into some serious stripers on one of Oklahoma's most productive fisheries? This 5-hour guided charter with Circle B Fishing Guide puts you right where the action is on Lake Texoma. Whether you're new to chasing striped bass or you've been working these waters for years, Captain Brad and his crew know exactly where the fish are holding and what they're biting. We're talking early morning starts to hit those prime feeding windows when the stripers are actively hunting. This isn't just another boat ride – it's your ticket to filling the cooler with quality fillets while learning from guides who've made Lake Texoma their home water.
What to Expect on the Water
Your day starts before sunrise because that's when Lake Texoma's striped bass are most active. We'll have you rigged up and running to the hot spots while most folks are still hitting the snooze button. The boat comes fully equipped with quality rods, reels, and all the tackle you'll need – no need to stress about bringing gear or wondering if you've got the right setup. Captain Brad's been working these waters long enough to know which presentations work best for current conditions, whether we're pulling live bait through the thermoclines or working topwater when the fish are busting on the surface. The 5-hour window gives us plenty of time to cover water and adjust tactics if the bite slows down. Plus, they'll clean your catch at the end of the trip, so you're walking away with bags of fresh fillets ready for the dinner table. With a maximum of 2 anglers, you're getting personalized attention and plenty of elbow room to work your rod without feeling crowded.
Tactics That Put Fish in the Boat
Lake Texoma's striped bass fishing is all about understanding the structure and thermoclines that concentrate baitfish. Captain Brad uses a combination of live bait fishing and artificial lures depending on what the fish are telling us. Early morning often means working topwater plugs when the stripers are pushing shad to the surface, creating those heart-stopping explosions that make striper fishing so addictive. As the sun climbs higher, we'll switch to deeper presentations, either slow-trolling live bait through the channels or working jigs along the underwater humps and creek bends where stripers stage. The key is staying mobile and reading the electronics to find those schools of baitfish that attract the predators. Lake Texoma's clear water and abundant forage base create perfect conditions for sight fishing when the opportunity presents itself. You'll learn to read the water, understand how weather affects fish behavior, and pick up techniques that'll make you a better angler long after this trip ends.
What Anglers Are Saying
"My brothers and I really enjoyed our annual fishing trip with Brad and Chris. They are super knowledgeable of their craft and showed us a great time!" - Gabriel. "Brad is very intelligent in targeting stripped bass in Lake Texoma. He will definitely send you home with bags of fillets. If you're looking for a fishing guide in Lake Texoma, look no further!" - lionpowr. "The captain and first mate were great at taking care of all of the details and gave us accurate tips to help catch the fish, even when they biting very lightly." - William.
Species You'll Target
Striped bass are the main draw here, and for good reason. These silver rockets can run anywhere from 3 to 20 pounds in Lake Texoma, with the occasional trophy pushing even bigger numbers. Stripers are most active during low-light periods, which is why we start early and focus on dawn and dusk feeding patterns. They're aggressive predators that school up to chase baitfish, creating some of the most exciting fishing you'll find in freshwater. What makes them special is their fight – once hooked, a striper will make blistering runs and jump clear of the water, testing your drag and your nerves. The meat is firm, white, and excellent on the table, which is why so many anglers specifically target these fish.
Largemouth bass add another dimension to your fishing day, especially around the creek arms and shallow structure. Lake Texoma's largemouths are healthy and well-fed, averaging 2 to 5 pounds with bigger fish always possible. They're more structure-oriented than stripers, holding tight to cover like fallen trees, rock piles, and weed edges. Spring and fall are prime times when they move shallow to feed, but even during summer, early morning topwater action can produce explosive strikes. These bass are ambush predators, so presentation and accuracy matter more than with stripers. The fight is different too – more bulldogging and head-shaking rather than the long runs of a striper.
Smallmouth bass round out the trio of target species, and while they might be the smallest of the three, they're pound-for-pound the hardest fighters. Lake Texoma's smallmouths love the rocky points, ledges, and deeper structure where they can relate to both cover and open water. They average 1 to 3 pounds but make up for size with pure attitude – a 2-pound smallmouth will fight like a fish twice its size. They're most active in spring and fall when water temperatures are in their comfort zone, but summer fishing can be excellent if you're willing to work deeper water. These bronze-backed fighters are a favorite among anglers who appreciate technical fishing and spirited battles.
Time to Book Your Spot
Lake Texoma's reputation as a world-class striper fishery isn't going anywhere, and neither is Captain Brad's track record of putting clients on fish. This 5-hour charter gives you the perfect window to experience what makes this lake special while learning from guides who live and breathe these waters. With all gear included, fish cleaning provided, and a maximum of just 2 anglers, you're getting a premium fishing experience that focuses on results. The early start times mean you'll