Primary target · Excellent
Largemouth bass
Amistad's most popular and abundant sportfish.
TopwaterSpinnerbaitsCrankbaitsSoft plastics
Fall, winter & spring
TPWD identifies these as the strongest largemouth seasons.
Live lake level: 39.1% full · 1056.57 ft · measured Sep 7, 2026
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Texas Defined Fishing · Big Bend
Amistad Reservoir Fish Species & Seasonal Fishing
Target Amistad Reservoir by species, season, habitat and technique using source-backed fisheries guidance.
64,900 acres217 ft max depthVerified August 15, 2026
Species, seasons & techniques
Fish the lake's real strengths.
These are durable patterns drawn from official fisheries guidance, not a claim about today's bite.
Secondary target · Fair
Smallmouth bass
A present but lower-density fishery, with better success reported in the Devils River arm.
Soft plasticsCrankbaits
Year-round
Rocky structure in the Devils River arm provides the clearest source-backed starting point.
Primary target · Good
Catfish
Channel and blue catfish are present in good numbers, with occasional flatheads.
Prepared baitCut bait
Year-round
Catfish occur throughout the lake and can be targeted across changing water levels.
Seasonal target · Good
White bass
A popular spring-run fishery tied to river migration.
Rattle-style baitsJigging spoonsLive minnows
Late January–March
The strongest action occurs as white bass migrate up rivers to spawn.
Primary target · Good
Striped bass
A stocked, popular fishery with strong growth and trophy potential.
TrollingVertical jiggingLive bait
Year-round
Use current reports and electronics to locate open-water fish rather than relying on static locations.
Source transparency
Core facts and durable fishing patterns were checked against official sources on August 15, 2026. Water levels, closures, access, regulations and current fishing activity can change.