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Ray Roberts Lake

Published: Nov 1, 2018Updated: Apr 10, 2025

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Spring Fishing Patterns on Ray Roberts Lake

Season	Species	Water Temp	Behavioral Patterns	Key Locations	Best Techniques	Forage Types	Bait Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	48-71	Bass are staging near spawning areas, actively feeding to build energy reserves before spawn. Moving between deeper staging areas and shallow pre-spawn locations based on daily temperature fluctuations. Fish are showing increased aggression and responding to wind-blown areas, particularly around rock and vegetation in preparation for spawning	Wind-blown points with rock structure in 4-8 feet of water Submerged vegetation on flats in 2-4 feet of water Riprap areas along the dam Protected shallow coves with warmer water temperatures	Bladed Jigs worked steadily through submerged vegetation Carolina Rigs dragged along rocky points Swim Jigs around vegetation and riprap Texas Rigs (Worming) with soft plastic swimbaits over grass flats	Crawfish becoming active on rocky areas Shad schools in pre-spawn staging areas Bluegill beginning to move shallow	Natural Craw Colors Natural Shad Colors Chartreuse Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	White Bass	52-62	Pre-spawn white bass are making upstream movements towards spawning areas, actively feeding in preparation for spawning Fish are staging in deeper water (15-25ft) near tributary mouths and major points during cold fronts, moving shallow (5-15ft) during warming trends Aggressive feeding behavior when encountering shad schools, especially during dawn and dusk periods	Main lake points near tributary mouths and creek channels Wind-blown rocky points with deep water access Transitional areas between spawning flats and deeper staging areas	Blade Baits worked vertically along depth transitions Underspins with soft body swimbaits for covering water Lipless Crankbaits for aggressive reaction strikes	Shad schools congregating near points and channel edges Small baitfish moving into tributary areas	Metallic Colors Natural Shad Colors Chartreuse Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	48-71	Bass are in various spawning phases, with some actively spawning while others are moving up to spawn. Fish are showing aggressive territorial behavior around spawning flats and staging areas Fish are responding to wind-blown areas and showing increased activity during overcast conditions, particularly around shallow spawning flats and adjacent deeper water	Shallow spawning flats with grass and timber in 2-8 feet of water Wind-blown rocky points near spawning coves in 6-8 feet Marina areas with structure like tires and docks	Bladed Jigs worked along grass edges and through spawning flats Frogs/Toads for locating beds in stained water conditions Wacky Rigs for finicky fish around spawning areas Carolina Rigs for covering water on points and transitional areas	Crawfish actively moving in shallow rocky areas Shad beginning to spawn on shallow flats	Natural Craw Colors Light Neutral Colors Vibrant Craw Colors
Spring (Spawn)	White Bass	58-65	White bass are making spawning runs up tributaries and staging in pre-spawn areas, actively feeding in preparation for spawning Fish are schooling aggressively, often following shad movements in transition areas between spawning grounds and deeper staging spots	Tributary mouths and incoming creek channels where spawning runs occur Wind-blown main lake points with rocky structure Secondary points and flats adjacent to spawning areas	Blade Baits worked vertically along channel edges and points Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium) retrieved steadily through schools Inline Spinners cast parallel to shorelines and creek channels	Shad schools congregating near spawning areas Small baitfish in tributary areas	Natural Shad Colors Metallic Colors Chartreuse Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	56-65	Post-spawn bass are actively guarding fry in shallow areas while beginning to transition to summer patterns Fish are utilizing shallow rock outcroppings, brush piles, and laydowns as primary holding areas Bass are showing mixed behavior between bedding area protection and active feeding on shad	Shallow rock outcroppings in mid-pocket areas Laydowns and grass near bedding areas Brush piles in transition zones Submerged vegetation areas with proximity to deeper water	Wacky Rigs worked slowly around cover Shakey Heads near brush piles and rock Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium) for active fish Texas Rigs (Pitch/Flip) around laydowns and grass	Shad moving into spawning areas Bluegill beginning to bed	Green Colors Natural Craw Colors Natural Shad Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	White Bass	62-72	Post-spawn white bass are actively schooling and feeding heavily to recover energy, following shad schools in the water column Fish are transitioning from shallow spawning areas to main lake points and deeper structure, showing aggressive feeding behavior during morning and evening periods	Wind-blown main lake points with rocky structure in 15-25 foot depth range Deep creek channel edges adjacent to spawning flats in 20-30 foot range Rock piles and hard structure areas near primary points in 15-35 foot depth	Blade Baits worked vertically along depth changes and structure edges Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium) retrieved at varying speeds to match shad movement Vertical Jigging Mid Depth (10-19') over actively feeding schools	Shad schools congregating near points and channel edges Small baitfish transitioning from spawning areas to main lake	Natural Shad Colors Metallic Colors Chartreuse Colors

Summer Fishing Patterns

Season	Species	Water Temp	Behavioral Patterns	Key Locations	Best Techniques	Forage Types	Bait Colors
Summer	Largemouth Bass	76-88	Bass are establishing deep summer patterns, suspending near offshore structure during day and moving shallow to feed during early morning/late evening Fish are schooling on main lake structure, actively feeding on shad schools when present During intense heat, bass become more structure-oriented and less aggressive, requiring slower presentations	Brush piles in 10-25 feet of water, especially those near main lake points Rock piles and roadbeds in 8-25 foot depth range Early morning shallow points with submerged vegetation Wind-blown points with good structure	Texas Rigs (Worming) dragged slowly through deep structure Hard Topwater (Walking) early morning on shallow points Carolina Rigs on humps and rock piles Deep Diving Crankbaits (13'+) for active fish on offshore structure	Shad - primary forage based on multiple reports Bluegill - secondary forage especially near shallow cover Crawfish - still present but less prevalent than spring	Natural Shad Colors Dark Neutrals Natural Craw Colors
Summer	White Bass	72-85	White bass are schooling in deep water (40-45ft) during summer, likely relating to thermocline and following shad schools Actively feeding on main lake points, particularly during periods of wind-generated current	Main lake points with access to deep water (40+ feet) Rocky structure areas near deep water Wind-blown points where current concentrates baitfish	Blade Baits - vertical jigging in 40+ feet of water Vertical Jigging Deep (20'+) - working structure in deep water Spoons - for actively feeding fish in deep water	Shad schools in deep water Small baitfish relating to points and structure	Chartreuse Colors Natural Baitfish Colors

Fall Fishing Guide for Ray Roberts Lake

Season	Species	Water Temp	Behavioral Patterns	Key Locations	Best Techniques	Forage Types	Bait Colors
Fall	Largemouth Bass	68-74	Bass are actively transitioning into creek arms and bays, suspending on vertical cover 6-7 feet down in 13-16 feet of water Fish are showing aggressive feeding behavior on points and secondary points, particularly during wind conditions Bass are keying on both shad and bluegill/crawfish forage, suggesting a dual pattern approach is effective	Secondary points near creek channel swings Cedar trees in 13-16 feet of water along creek channels Rocky points in 2-8 feet of water Brush piles along transitional areas	Texas Rigs (Pitch/Flip) worked slowly through vertical cover Structure Jigs dragged quickly on points Drop Shot for suspended fish Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium) for active fish chasing shad	Shad schools moving into creeks Bluegill near vertical cover Crawfish active on rocky points	Natural Craw Colors Natural Shad Colors Dark Neutrals
Fall	White Bass	58-72	White bass are actively schooling and chasing shad in deeper water, following bait balls and utilizing main lake points and rock piles as ambush locations Fish are making frequent vertical movements, pushing bait to the surface during feeding periods, especially during low-light conditions	Wind-blown main lake points with deep water access Rock piles and hard structure in 20-42 foot depth range Creek channel intersections near points	Blade Baits worked vertically in 20-42 foot depths Spoons jigged vertically through bait schools Lipless Crankbaits worked along points during active feeding periods	Shad schools concentrated in deeper water Small baitfish suspended near structure	Metallic Colors Natural Shad Colors Chartreuse Colors

Winter & Ice Fishing Patterns

Season	Species	Water Temp	Behavioral Patterns	Key Locations	Best Techniques	Forage Types	Bait Colors
Winter	Largemouth Bass	45-55	Bass are holding on deep grass edges adjacent to deep water access, especially on secondary points in creek arms Fish are relating strongly to vertical structure like dams and deep grass edges, suggesting a suspended winter pattern Movement patterns indicate fish are staying close to deep water sanctuary areas but will move shallower to feed during warming trends	Secondary points with matted grass edges adjacent to deep water Dam areas, especially where rock transitions create ambush points Deep creek channel bends with remaining vegetation	Blade Baits worked vertically along deep structure Shallow Diving Crankbaits (0-6') worked along grass edges Football Jigs dragged along deep structure	Shad schools concentrated in deeper water Dormant crawfish in rocky areas	Natural Shad Colors Metallic Colors
Winter	White Bass	42-52	White bass form tight winter schools in deep water (35-45ft) near primary points and creek channels, moving up to feed during low light periods Schools follow and corral shad schools in deeper water, with feeding becoming more aggressive during stable weather patterns	Deep main lake points with access to 40+ feet of water, especially those with rock structure Creek channel intersections with hard bottom structure in 35-45 feet Wind-blown points where current concentrates baitfish schools	Blade Baits worked vertically in 35-45 feet, using a lift-and-drop technique Vertical Jigging Deep (20'+) with heavier jigs when fish are tightly schooled Spoons worked vertically through suspended schools once located on sonar	Shad schools concentrated in deeper water Small baitfish suspended near structure	Metallic Colors Natural Shad Colors Chartreuse Colors

Key Seasonal Structures in Ray Roberts Lake

Season	Species	Primary Structure	Secondary Structure
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Wind-blown points with rock structure in 4-8 feet of water	Submerged vegetation on flats in 2-4 feet of water
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	White Bass	Main lake points near tributary mouths and creek channels	Wind-blown rocky points with deep water access
Spring (Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Shallow spawning flats with grass and timber in 2-8 feet of water	Wind-blown rocky points near spawning coves in 6-8 feet
Spring (Spawn)	White Bass	Tributary mouths and incoming creek channels where spawning runs occur	Wind-blown main lake points with rocky structure
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Shallow rock outcroppings in mid-pocket areas	Laydowns and grass near bedding areas
Spring (Post-Spawn)	White Bass	Wind-blown main lake points with rocky structure in 15-25 foot depth range	Deep creek channel edges adjacent to spawning flats in 20-30 foot range
Summer	Largemouth Bass	Brush piles in 10-25 feet of water, especially those near main lake points	Rock piles and roadbeds in 8-25 foot depth range
Summer	White Bass	Main lake points with access to deep water (40+ feet)	Rocky structure areas near deep water
Fall	Largemouth Bass	Secondary points near creek channel swings	Cedar trees in 13-16 feet of water along creek channels
Fall	White Bass	Wind-blown main lake points with deep water access	Rock piles and hard structure in 20-42 foot depth range
Winter	Largemouth Bass	Secondary points with matted grass edges adjacent to deep water	Dam areas, especially where rock transitions create ambush points
Winter	White Bass	Deep main lake points with access to 40+ feet of water, especially those with rock structure	Creek channel intersections with hard bottom structure in 35-45 feet

Primary Forage by Season

Season	Species	Primary Forage	Secondary Forage
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Crawfish becoming active on rocky areas	Shad schools in pre-spawn staging areas
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	White Bass	Shad schools congregating near points and channel edges	Small baitfish moving into tributary areas
Spring (Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Crawfish actively moving in shallow rocky areas	Shad beginning to spawn on shallow flats
Spring (Spawn)	White Bass	Shad schools congregating near spawning areas	Small baitfish in tributary areas
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Shad moving into spawning areas	Bluegill beginning to bed
Spring (Post-Spawn)	White Bass	Shad schools congregating near points and channel edges	Small baitfish transitioning from spawning areas to main lake
Summer	Largemouth Bass	Shad - primary forage based on multiple reports	Bluegill - secondary forage especially near shallow cover
Summer	White Bass	Shad schools in deep water	Small baitfish relating to points and structure
Fall	Largemouth Bass	Shad schools moving into creeks	Bluegill near vertical cover
Fall	White Bass	Shad schools concentrated in deeper water	Small baitfish suspended near structure
Winter	Largemouth Bass	Shad schools concentrated in deeper water	Dormant crawfish in rocky areas
Winter	White Bass	Shad schools concentrated in deeper water	Small baitfish suspended near structure

Bait Colors by Season for Ray Roberts Lake

Season	Species	Bait Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Natural Craw Colors Natural Shad Colors Chartreuse Colors
Spring (Pre-Spawn)	White Bass	Metallic Colors Natural Shad Colors Chartreuse Colors
Spring (Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Natural Craw Colors Light Neutral Colors Vibrant Craw Colors
Spring (Spawn)	White Bass	Natural Shad Colors Metallic Colors Chartreuse Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	Largemouth Bass	Green Colors Natural Craw Colors Natural Shad Colors
Spring (Post-Spawn)	White Bass	Natural Shad Colors Metallic Colors Chartreuse Colors
Summer	Largemouth Bass	Natural Shad Colors Dark Neutrals Natural Craw Colors
Summer	White Bass	Chartreuse Colors Natural Baitfish Colors
Fall	Largemouth Bass	Natural Craw Colors Natural Shad Colors Dark Neutrals
Fall	White Bass	Metallic Colors Natural Shad Colors Chartreuse Colors
Winter	Largemouth Bass	Natural Shad Colors Metallic Colors
Winter	White Bass	Metallic Colors Natural Shad Colors Chartreuse Colors

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