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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
Poor— Challenging conditions
70°F/52°F·27 mph N·Overcast

Weather-based estimate, not a catch report. Forecast updated Oct 16, 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 Friday, Oct 16, 2026 · Central Time

Solunar Rating
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Major
Minor
Sun
05:14 PM – 07:14 PM
Moon Overhead
Major
05:02 AM – 07:02 AM
Moon Underfoot
Major
12:48 PM – 01:48 PM
Moonrise
Minor
09:45 PM – 10:45 PM
Moonset
Minor
Pressure
1028
hPa · Rising
Wind
27
mph N
Clouds
98%
Mostly cloudy
Humidity
67%
UV 6 · High
7:33 AM
Sunrise
6:55 PM
Sunset
01:18 PM
Moonrise
10:15 PM
Moonset
Waxing Crescent
22% 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.

Poor

Overcast. High 70°F, low 52°F. Wind 27 mph N. Rain 0 in.

Forecast updated Oct 16, 2026, 3:30 AM CDT.

Fishing times and weather details
Pressure
1028 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
98% / 67%

Poor

Overcast. High 61°F, low 44°F. Wind 18 mph N. Rain 0 in.

Forecast updated Oct 16, 2026, 3:30 AM CDT.

Fishing times and weather details
Pressure
1033 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
15% / 63%

Poor

Overcast. High 71°F, low 48°F. Wind 9 mph ESE. Rain 0 in.

Forecast updated Oct 16, 2026, 3:30 AM CDT.

Fishing times and weather details
Pressure
1027 hPa · falling
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
14% / 45%

Fair

Clear. High 76°F, low 52°F. Wind 9 mph SSE. Rain 0 in.

Forecast updated Oct 16, 2026, 3:30 AM CDT.

Fishing times and weather details
Pressure
1023 hPa · stable
Sunrise / sunset
7:35 AM / 6:52 PM Central
Major solunar periods
07:39 PM – 09:39 PM; 07:27 AM – 09:27 AM
Minor solunar periods
02:45 PM – 03:45 PM; 12:34 AM – 01:34 AM
Moon
First Quarter · 52% illuminated
Clouds / humidity
1% / 46%

Fair

Clear. High 80°F, low 57°F. Wind 9 mph SE. Rain 0 in.

Forecast updated Oct 16, 2026, 3:30 AM CDT.

Fishing times and weather details
Pressure
1021 hPa · stable
Sunrise / sunset
7:36 AM / 6:50 PM Central
Major solunar periods
08:24 PM – 10:24 PM; 08:12 AM – 10:12 AM
Minor solunar periods
03:16 PM – 04:16 PM; 01:33 AM – 02:33 AM
Moon
First Quarter · 63% illuminated
Clouds / humidity
0% / 47%

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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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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