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Gilmer Lake

Pineywoods Region · 32.1385°N, 97.3053°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
85°F/76°F·16 mph S·Light Drizzle

Weather-based estimate, not a catch report. Forecast updated Oct 14, 2026, 3:32 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
03:31 PM – 05:31 PM
Moon Overhead
Major
03:19 AM – 05:19 AM
Moon Underfoot
Major
11:04 AM – 12:04 PM
Moonrise
Minor
08:13 PM – 09:13 PM
Moonset
Minor
Pressure
1013
hPa · Stable
Wind
16
mph S
Clouds
29%
Limited cloud cover
Humidity
83%
UV 5
7:32 AM
Sunrise
6:57 PM
Sunset
11:34 AM
Moonrise
08:43 PM
Moonset
Waxing Crescent
8% lit

No observed water-level data is available for this lake.

Gilmer 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

Light Drizzle. High 85°F, low 76°F. Wind 16 mph S. Rain 0.02 in.

Forecast updated Oct 14, 2026, 3:32 AM CDT.

Fishing times and weather details
Pressure
1013 hPa · stable
Sunrise / sunset
7:32 AM / 6:57 PM Central
Major solunar periods
03:31 PM – 05:31 PM; 03:19 AM – 05:19 AM
Minor solunar periods
11:04 AM – 12:04 PM; 08:13 PM – 09:13 PM
Moon
Waxing Crescent · 8% illuminated
Clouds / humidity
29% / 83%

Fair

Clear. High 87°F, low 72°F. Wind 13 mph S. Rain 0 in.

Forecast updated Oct 14, 2026, 3:32 AM CDT.

Fishing times and weather details
Pressure
1015 hPa · rising
Sunrise / sunset
7:32 AM / 6:56 PM Central
Major solunar periods
04:22 PM – 06:22 PM; 04:10 AM – 06:10 AM
Minor solunar periods
11:58 AM – 12:58 PM; 08:57 PM – 09:57 PM
Moon
Waxing Crescent · 14% illuminated
Clouds / humidity
6% / 72%

Poor

Overcast. High 75°F, low 56°F. Wind 26 mph N. Rain 0 in.

Forecast updated Oct 14, 2026, 3:32 AM CDT.

Fishing times and weather details
Pressure
1025 hPa · rising
Sunrise / sunset
7:33 AM / 6:55 PM Central
Major solunar periods
05:14 PM – 07:14 PM; 05:02 AM – 07:02 AM
Minor solunar periods
12:48 PM – 01:48 PM; 09:45 PM – 10:45 PM
Moon
Waxing Crescent · 22% illuminated
Clouds / humidity
47% / 52%

Poor

Overcast. High 66°F, low 48°F. Wind 17 mph NNE. Rain 0 in.

Forecast updated Oct 14, 2026, 3:32 AM CDT.

Fishing times and weather details
Pressure
1030 hPa · falling
Sunrise / sunset
7:34 AM / 6:54 PM Central
Major solunar periods
06:05 PM – 08:05 PM; 05:53 AM – 07:53 AM
Minor solunar periods
01:32 PM – 02:32 PM; 10:39 PM – 11:39 PM
Moon
Waxing Crescent · 32% illuminated
Clouds / humidity
25% / 44%

Poor

Overcast. High 73°F, low 50°F. Wind 8 mph ESE. Rain 0 in.

Forecast updated Oct 14, 2026, 3:32 AM CDT.

Fishing times and weather details
Pressure
1023 hPa · stable
Sunrise / sunset
7:35 AM / 6:53 PM Central
Major solunar periods
06:53 PM – 08:53 PM; 06:41 AM – 08:41 AM
Minor solunar periods
02:11 PM – 03:11 PM; 11:36 PM – 12:36 AM
Moon
Waxing Crescent · 42% illuminated
Clouds / humidity
49% / 38%

Fish Species at Gilmer Lake

Largemouth Bass

Largemouth Bass

Excellent
White Crappie

White Crappie

Good
Sunfish

Sunfish

Good
Channel Catfish

Channel Catfish

Redear Sunfish

Redear Sunfish

Bluegill

Bluegill

Species data sourced from Texas Parks & Wildlife Department

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Gilmer Lake Fishing Guide

Angling Opportunities

The largemouth bass population at Gilmer Reservoir can be described as one of moderate numbers with good condition and growth characteristics. Relative abundance of legal-size bass is low, but good numbers of fish are available for catch and release. Channel catfish are present and fishing opportunities are good. Growth of channel cats is excellent and good numbers are available for harvest.

Cover & Structure

Aquatic vegetation includes Low densities of native aquatic plants.

Tips & Tactics

Largemouth bass fishing at Gilmer Lake peaks during spring pre-spawn when fish move to shallow flats and points — work Texas-rigged soft plastics, lipless crankbaits, and spinnerbaits for best results. Catfish are productive year-round; cut shad, chicken liver, or prepared stink bait fished on the bottom near structure produces steady action from spring through fall. Target crappie around any available timber or brush piles with small jigs or live minnows — late winter and early spring are prime when fish move shallow to spawn.

Fishing Regulations

Gilmer Lake has special regulations on some fishes. Check current TPWD regulations before your trip.

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Map & Directions

Lake Information

Region: Pineywoods

Coordinates:

32.138484, -97.305291

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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
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