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Striped Bass Fishing Guide Lake Texoma Pottsboro
Striped Bass Inshore in Lake Texoma
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The Striped Bass belongs to the order Perciformes and family Moronidae. It typically measures between 20 and 55 inches in length, with a weight range from 10 to 81 lbs. Habitat: river, lake, onshore, near shore. - Popular game fish for recreational and commercial fishers. - Also known as Atlantic Striped Bass, Stripers, or Linesider. - Distinguished by seven to eight stripes running down the sides of its body.
Fishing Trip by Guide Jerry Dorsey in January
Meet your Guide Jerry Dorsey
- Kicked back Stripers in Lake Texoma w/ Capt. Jerry
Summary
Guide Jerry Dorsey of Crosscreek Guide Service on Saturday January offers some of the finest inshore fishing on Lake Texoma near Pottsboro, Texas. This 5-hour private striper fishing trip targets the lake's famous striped bass population using proven techniques like trolling, live bait fishing, and jigging. Lake Texoma's structure and current breaks hold these fish year-round, making it one of the top striper fisheries in the region. Whether you're after trophy-sized stripers or just want to experience that "tug is the drug" feeling, this charter provides all the gear and local knowledge needed for a successful day on the water. The trip accommodates up to 6 guests aboard a 22-foot Triton center console, with the captain adjusting techniques based on where the fish are holding—whether boiled up on top or deep in the structure.
Fishing Trip with Jerry Dorsey – Rates & Booking
Guide Jerry Dorsey of Crosscreek Guide Service on Saturday January runs 5-hour private striper fishing trips on Lake Texoma for $600 (base price for 2 guests, up to 6 total). The trip includes all fishing equipment, and you'll fish aboard a 22-foot Triton center console designed for Lake Texoma's conditions. Cash payment required for the remaining balance on trip day. Jerry's been guiding these waters long enough to know where the stripers hang out, using trolling, live bait fishing, and jigging techniques that work consistently on this big lake. Book online or call to reserve your spot for some serious striper action.
Highlights of 5 Hour Private Lake Texoma Striper Inshore Fishing Trip
This charter focuses on Lake Texoma's world-class striped bass fishery, where structure and current breaks hold fish year-round. The 5-hour duration gives you plenty of time to work different areas and adapt techniques based on fish behavior—whether they're feeding on top or holding deep. Jerry adjusts the approach throughout the day, moving between trolling for active fish and jigging structure for those holding tight to cover.
The trip departs from Pottsboro and covers the best striper spots around the lake. All fishing gear is provided, so just bring snacks, drinks, and your enthusiasm for some of Texas's best freshwater fishing action.
Local Species Insights: Striped Bass
Lake Texoma striped bass are landlocked descendants of Atlantic stripers, thriving in this massive reservoir's diverse habitat. These fish use the lake's creek channels, points, and humps as highways and feeding areas, making them predictable once you understand their patterns. During winter months like January, stripers often school up in deeper water but will move shallow to feed when conditions are right. Jerry targets them using a combination of trolling umbrella rigs, live shad, and vertical jigging—techniques that consistently produce on Texoma's 89,000 acres of prime striper water.
Plan Your Fishing Trip Day
Your 5-hour trip aboard the 22-foot Triton center console starts early to take advantage of prime feeding times. The boat comfortably handles up to 6 anglers and comes equipped with all necessary fishing gear, electronics, and safety equipment. Jerry provides rods, reels, tackle, and bait—you just need to bring food, drinks, and weather-appropriate clothing. The captain's local knowledge of Lake Texoma's structure and seasonal patterns gives you the best shot at connecting with quality stripers throughout the trip.
Fishing in Lake Texoma: Striped Bass
The Striped Bass (Morone saxatilis), commonly known as stripers or linesiders, belongs to the Perciformes order and Moronidae family. These distinctive fish are easily recognized by their seven to eight horizontal black stripes running along their silvery sides, with colors ranging from light green and olive to brown and black, complemented by a shimmering white belly. In Lake Texoma waters this January, these landlocked stripers represent some of the finest freshwater fishing in Texas.
Striped Bass Overview
Striped bass are among America's most popular game fish, prized for their fighting ability and impressive size potential. Originally an anadromous Atlantic coast species, they've been successfully introduced to inland reservoirs like Lake Texoma, where they've established thriving populations. These fish are known for their aggressive feeding behavior and tendency to school, making them exciting targets for anglers using various techniques.
Striped Bass Habitat and Distribution
Lake Texoma's striped bass thrive in the reservoir's diverse habitat, utilizing creek channels, submerged points, humps, and open water areas. They prefer areas with good oxygen levels and baitfish concentrations, often relating to structure during the day and moving to open water to feed. The lake's 89,000 acres provide excellent habitat with depths reaching over 100 feet in some areas.
Striped Bass Size and Weight
Lake Texoma stripers typically range from 20 to 55 inches in length, with weights from 10 to 81 pounds. The lake regularly produces fish in the 20-30 pound range, with trophy specimens exceeding 40 pounds caught annually. Most charter trips target fish in the 5-15 pound range, which provide excellent action and are abundant throughout the system.
Striped Bass Diet and Behavior
These predators feed primarily on shad, the lake's primary forage fish, along with other small fish species. They're most active during low-light periods—early morning and evening—but can be caught throughout the day when conditions are favorable. Stripers often feed in schools, creating surface activity when they push baitfish to the top, making them visible to anglers.
Striped Bass Spawning Season
Lake Texoma stripers spawn in spring when water temperatures reach the mid-60s, typically moving into tributary creeks and rivers. During winter months, they often hold in deeper water but remain active feeders, making January an excellent time to target them with proper techniques and local knowledge.
Striped Bass Fishing Techniques
Successful striper fishing on Lake Texoma involves trolling umbrella rigs, live bait fishing with shad, and vertical jigging around structure. Trolling covers water efficiently to locate schools, while live bait excels when fish are finicky. Jigging works well around points, humps, and creek channels where fish hold. In January, anglers around Pottsboro find them near deeper structure and creek channel bends where they ambush baitfish.
Striped Bass Is It Good to Eat?
Striped bass offer excellent table fare with firm, white meat and mild flavor. They're versatile for cooking—grilled, baked, or fried—and provide high-quality protein with beneficial omega-3 fatty acids. Lake Texoma stripers are considered some of the cleanest-tasting freshwater fish, with the cooler water temperatures enhancing their flavor profile.
Striped Bass Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the best bait for striped bass?
A: Live shad is the top choice, followed by umbrella rigs for trolling and heavy jigs for vertical fishing around structure.
Q: Where can I find striped bass near Pottsboro?
A: Focus on creek channels, submerged points, and humps in 20-40 feet of water, especially where these features intersect with the main lake.
Q: Is striped bass good to eat?
A: Yes, they offer excellent table fare with firm, white meat and mild flavor that's perfect for grilling or baking.
Q: When is the best time to catch striped bass?
A: Early morning and evening are prime times, though they can be caught throughout the day during winter months when they're less temperature-sensitive.
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The 22-foot Triton center console is perfectly suited for Lake Texoma's diverse fishing conditions, offering a stable platform for trolling the main lake or working structure in the creeks. With plenty of deck space for up to 6 anglers, the boat features modern electronics to locate fish and navigate the lake's extensive structure. The center console design provides 360-degree fishing access, making it ideal for the variety of techniques used to target Lake Texoma's striped bass population.
