Lake Texoma Fishing Report: November Striper Season Is Heating Up
If you’ve been hearing that this fall’s striper bite on Lake Texoma is better than usual — you’re hearing right. After a long, hot summer, the lake has finally cooled into that sweet 60-degree range, and the fish have been fired up. November is shaping up to be one of those months where you can catch quality fish and plenty of them.
Why It’s So Good Right Now
When the water temperature drops, baitfish like shad start schooling up tighter, and the stripers go into overdrive. They’ll chase those schools all over the main lake, pushing them up toward the surface and making for some awesome action. You’ll often see birds diving when it’s happening — that’s your cue to get there fast.
It’s also a quieter time of year on the water. With summer crowds long gone and deer season keeping a lot of folks in the woods, you’ve got more space to drift, cast, or troll without getting buzzed by a dozen boats.
Where They’re Biting
Most of the fall striper action has been on the main lake points, humps, and wind-blown flats. You can find good fish anywhere from 15 to 35 feet deep, depending on the time of day and the wind direction.
If you see birds working or bait balls showing up on your sonar, hang around — the stripers won’t be far. Mornings and late afternoons have been especially productive, but on overcast days they’ll feed all day.
What’s Working
Anglers have been catching fish on both live shad and artificial baits. If you’re throwing artificials, try slabs, swimbaits, or small crankbaits that mimic shad. On calm mornings, there’s even been a little topwater bite, which is always a thrill this late in the year.
As the month goes on and the water cools further, slowing down your retrieve can make a big difference. Fish that were crushing fast-moving baits in October may want something a little more subtle by Thanksgiving.
Conditions to Expect
- Water temp: mid- to upper-60s early in the month, trending down as cold fronts roll through
- Weather: crisp mornings in the 40s–50s, highs often in the 60s–70s
- Wind: variable — Texoma is a big, open lake, so plan your spots with wind direction in mind
Bring layers, a thermos of coffee, and maybe a rain jacket — typical fall fishing weather where you’ll see everything from glass-calm mornings to gusty afternoons.
Quick Tips Before You Go
- Have both your Texas and Oklahoma licenses if you plan to fish the whole lake.
- Keep an eye out for birds — they’re your best fish finder in November.
- Take your time fighting these fish; they’re strong and often schooled up tight, so if you hook one, there are probably more right behind it.
- If you’re fishing from shore, focus near the creeks and coves where bait moves in with the wind.
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