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Athens Lake

Prairies & Lakes Region · 32.2106°N, 95.7650°W

Weather and solunar ratings are forecasts, not catch reports. Check the dates below for the latest available observations and forecasts.

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Fishing Forecast
Good— Favorable conditions
91°F/77°F·14 mph S·Overcast

Weather-based estimate, not a catch report. Forecast updated Oct 14, 2026, 3:30 AM CDT. All forecast dates and fishing times use Central Time (America/Chicago).

1 Boat Ramp
No closure reports available

Ramp locations checked Oct 10, 2026, 7:00 PM CDT. Confirm access with the facility; missing closure reports do not confirm a ramp is open.

Best Times to Fish

Solunar estimates for Wednesday, Oct 14, 2026 · Central Time

Solunar Rating
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Major
Minor
Sun
03:24 PM – 05:24 PM
Moon Overhead
Major
03:12 AM – 05:12 AM
Moon Underfoot
Major
10:58 AM – 11:58 AM
Moonrise
Minor
08:07 PM – 09:07 PM
Moonset
Minor
Pressure
1015
hPa · Stable
Wind
14
mph S
Clouds
22%
Limited cloud cover
Humidity
74%
UV 5
7:26 AM
Sunrise
6:51 PM
Sunset
11:28 AM
Moonrise
08:37 PM
Moonset
Waxing Crescent
8% lit

Latest Observed Water Level

Record date: . This is a reported observation, not a forecast for a future trip. The record date may be a collection date; individual readings can have different observation times.

TWDB
97.6%
Elevation: 439.6 ft

Athens Lake Fishing Forecast by Date

Weather and solunar estimates for the available dates below. Temperatures in °F, wind in mph; all times are Central Time. Forecasts can change.

Good

Overcast. High 91°F, low 77°F. Wind 14 mph S. Rain 0 in.

Forecast updated Oct 14, 2026, 3:30 AM CDT.

Fishing times and weather details
Pressure
1015 hPa · stable
Sunrise / sunset
7:26 AM / 6:51 PM Central
Major solunar periods
03:24 PM – 05:24 PM; 03:12 AM – 05:12 AM
Minor solunar periods
10:58 AM – 11:58 AM; 08:07 PM – 09:07 PM
Moon
Waxing Crescent · 8% illuminated
Clouds / humidity
22% / 74%

Fair

Clear. High 89°F, low 69°F. Wind 11 mph SSW. Rain 0 in.

Forecast updated Oct 14, 2026, 3:30 AM CDT.

Fishing times and weather details
Pressure
1016 hPa · rising
Sunrise / sunset
7:26 AM / 6:50 PM Central
Major solunar periods
04:16 PM – 06:16 PM; 04:04 AM – 06:04 AM
Minor solunar periods
11:52 AM – 12:52 PM; 08:50 PM – 09:50 PM
Moon
Waxing Crescent · 14% illuminated
Clouds / humidity
3% / 64%

Poor

Light Drizzle. High 76°F, low 57°F. Wind 22 mph N. Rain 0 in.

Forecast updated Oct 14, 2026, 3:30 AM CDT.

Fishing times and weather details
Pressure
1023 hPa · rising
Sunrise / sunset
7:27 AM / 6:49 PM Central
Major solunar periods
05:08 PM – 07:08 PM; 04:56 AM – 06:56 AM
Minor solunar periods
12:42 PM – 01:42 PM; 09:39 PM – 10:39 PM
Moon
Waxing Crescent · 22% illuminated
Clouds / humidity
46% / 51%

Poor

Overcast. High 67°F, low 48°F. Wind 16 mph NE. Rain 0 in.

Forecast updated Oct 14, 2026, 3:30 AM CDT.

Fishing times and weather details
Pressure
1029 hPa · falling
Sunrise / sunset
7:28 AM / 6:48 PM Central
Major solunar periods
05:58 PM – 07:58 PM; 05:46 AM – 07:46 AM
Minor solunar periods
01:26 PM – 02:26 PM; 10:33 PM – 11:33 PM
Moon
Waxing Crescent · 32% illuminated
Clouds / humidity
22% / 46%

Poor

Overcast. High 73°F, low 49°F. Wind 7 mph E. Rain 0 in.

Forecast updated Oct 14, 2026, 3:30 AM CDT.

Fishing times and weather details
Pressure
1024 hPa · stable
Sunrise / sunset
7:29 AM / 6:46 PM Central
Major solunar periods
06:47 PM – 08:47 PM; 06:35 AM – 08:35 AM
Minor solunar periods
02:05 PM – 03:05 PM; 11:30 PM – 12:30 AM
Moon
Waxing Crescent · 42% illuminated
Clouds / humidity
24% / 44%

Fish Species at Athens Lake

Largemouth Bass

Largemouth Bass

White Bass

White Bass

White Crappie

White Crappie

Redear Sunfish

Redear Sunfish

Species data sourced from Texas Parks & Wildlife Department

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Athens Lake Fishing Guide

Angling Opportunities

This lake is known for largemouth bass in the 3- to 8-pound range but has produced a lake record of 14.19 pounds. Sunfishes provide excellent opportunities for fly fishing anglers and catches up to 10 inches in length are not unusual. Crappie are few in number but are usually of good size. White bass commonly reach 16-18 inches.

Cover & Structure

Emergent vegetation is abundant in the upper end of the reservoir above the 2495 bridge. Some flooded timber is still standing at mid-lake. The dam offers riprap along the face and submerged structure is available surrounding Goat Island.

Tips & Tactics

Spring is the best time of year for largemouth bass. Fish follow typical east Texas patterns. Sunfish become more active as the water warms and can be found around stands of native vegetation. Fly fishing is particularly good from a float tube or floating platform. Crappie and white bass are most active from February through May.

Fishing Regulations

Athens Lake has special regulations on largemouth bass. Check current TPWD regulations before your trip.

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Water Level History

DateElevation24hr Change% FullInflowOutflow
Oct 14Source: TWDB439.61 ft--97.6%----
Oct 13Source: TWDB439.61 ft--97.6%----
Oct 12Source: TWDB439.62 ft--97.6%----
Data sources for displayed records: TWDB

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Map & Directions

Lake Information

Region: Prairies & Lakes

Coordinates:

32.210556, -95.764999

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USGS Site: 08031290

Data sources and access · Lake conditions as JSON

Data Sources

Fishing Reports
Texas Parks & Wildlife Department
Lake Details
TPWD Inland Fisheries
Water Levels
TWDB, USACE & USGS where available
Weather
Open-Meteo
Maps
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