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Fish Species at Lake Coleman
Largemouth Bass
Good
White Crappie
Good
Hybrid Striped Bass
Good
Sunfish
Fair
Flathead Catfish
Striped Bass
Species data sourced from Texas Parks & Wildlife Department
Lake Coleman Fishing Guide
Angling Opportunities
Largemouth bass, hybrid striped bass, and flathead catfish fishing are rated good to excellent on this lake. Florida bass were introduced in 1985.
Cover & Structure
Lake Coleman has a rocky shoreline with numerous points and ledges. Standing timber is abundant in the upper half of the reservoir. Black willow trees, brush, and boat docks round out the primary cover and structure.
Tips & Tactics
Lake Coleman is well known for hybrid striped bass fishing, especially during the summer and early fall when hybrids roam in large schools and feed on the surface. Fast moving lures and topwater baits work well. Downrigging and drift fishing with live shad or sunfish are also very effective for hybrids in this reservoir. Largemouth bass fishing is best from September through May. Lake Coleman is an excellent topwater lake for these bass.
Fishing Regulations
All species at Lake Coleman are managed under standard Texas statewide regulations.
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Water Level History
| Date | Elevation | 24hr Change | % Full | Inflow | Outflow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 22 | 1716.67 ft | -- | --% | -- | -- |
| Jul 21 | 1716.71 ft | -- | 96.3% | -- | -- |
Data source: US Army Corps of Engineers
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