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Palo Duro Reservoir

Panhandle Plains Region · 36.3478°N, 101.1644°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
Fair— Moderate activity expected
71°F/58°F·24 mph E·Rain

Weather-based estimate, not a catch report. Forecast updated Oct 14, 2026, 3:31 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
03:46 PM – 05:46 PM
Moon Overhead
Major
03:34 AM – 05:34 AM
Moon Underfoot
Major
11:33 AM – 12:33 PM
Moonrise
Minor
08:17 PM – 09:17 PM
Moonset
Minor
Pressure
1011
hPa · Rising
Wind
24
mph E
Clouds
93%
Mostly cloudy
Humidity
91%
UV 3
7:50 AM
Sunrise
7:09 PM
Sunset
12:03 PM
Moonrise
08:47 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
0.4%
Elevation: 2826.3 ft

Palo Duro Reservoir 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.

Fair

Rain. High 71°F, low 58°F. Wind 24 mph E. Rain 0.5 in.

Forecast updated Oct 14, 2026, 3:31 AM CDT.

Fishing times and weather details
Pressure
1011 hPa · rising
Sunrise / sunset
7:50 AM / 7:09 PM Central
Major solunar periods
03:46 PM – 05:46 PM; 03:34 AM – 05:34 AM
Minor solunar periods
11:33 AM – 12:33 PM; 08:17 PM – 09:17 PM
Moon
Waxing Crescent · 8% illuminated
Clouds / humidity
93% / 91%

Fair

Rain. High 64°F, low 54°F. Wind 25 mph N. Rain 0.16 in.

Forecast updated Oct 14, 2026, 3:31 AM CDT.

Fishing times and weather details
Pressure
1018 hPa · rising
Sunrise / sunset
7:51 AM / 7:08 PM Central
Major solunar periods
04:38 PM – 06:38 PM; 04:26 AM – 06:26 AM
Minor solunar periods
12:28 PM – 01:28 PM; 08:59 PM – 09:59 PM
Moon
Waxing Crescent · 14% illuminated
Clouds / humidity
91% / 83%

Poor

Partly Cloudy. High 59°F, low 45°F. Wind 23 mph N. Rain 0 in.

Forecast updated Oct 14, 2026, 3:31 AM CDT.

Fishing times and weather details
Pressure
1034 hPa · falling
Sunrise / sunset
7:52 AM / 7:07 PM Central
Major solunar periods
05:30 PM – 07:30 PM; 05:18 AM – 07:18 AM
Minor solunar periods
01:18 PM – 02:18 PM; 09:47 PM – 10:47 PM
Moon
Waxing Crescent · 22% illuminated
Clouds / humidity
1% / 43%

Poor

Clear. High 63°F, low 40°F. Wind 17 mph S. Rain 0 in.

Forecast updated Oct 14, 2026, 3:31 AM CDT.

Fishing times and weather details
Pressure
1030 hPa · falling
Sunrise / sunset
7:53 AM / 7:05 PM Central
Major solunar periods
06:21 PM – 08:21 PM; 06:09 AM – 08:09 AM
Minor solunar periods
02:01 PM – 03:01 PM; 10:41 PM – 11:41 PM
Moon
Waxing Crescent · 32% illuminated
Clouds / humidity
0% / 45%

Poor

Light Drizzle. High 70°F, low 46°F. Wind 22 mph SSW. Rain 0.02 in.

Forecast updated Oct 14, 2026, 3:31 AM CDT.

Fishing times and weather details
Pressure
1018 hPa · stable
Sunrise / sunset
7:54 AM / 7:04 PM Central
Major solunar periods
07:09 PM – 09:09 PM; 06:57 AM – 08:57 AM
Minor solunar periods
02:38 PM – 03:38 PM; 11:39 PM – 12:39 AM
Moon
Waxing Crescent · 42% illuminated
Clouds / humidity
90% / 47%

Fish Species at Palo Duro Reservoir

Largemouth Bass

Largemouth Bass

Poor
Channel Catfish

Channel Catfish

Fair
Blue Catfish

Blue Catfish

Poor
White Crappie

White Crappie

Poor
Walleye

Walleye

Poor
Sunfish

Sunfish

Poor

Species data sourced from Texas Parks & Wildlife Department

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Palo Duro Reservoir Fishing Guide

Angling Opportunities

The reservoir has limited boat and good bank access due to low water levels. Channel Catfish are the most popular species. The successful management of other gamefish is difficult due to poor water levels.

Cover & Structure

The reservoir has extensive areas of flooded timber and flooded brush, and some areas of aquatic vegetation.

Tips & Tactics

Water levels can and do fluctuate dramatically. The reservoir is relatively new and has turbid water, especially in the upper end. Walleye are available in limited numbers but are not actively managed due to low water levels at this time. Channel Catfish can be caught near the dam in using traditional methods such has cut-bait and various prepared dough baits.

Fishing Regulations

All species at Palo Duro Reservoir are managed under standard Texas statewide regulations.

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Water Level History

DateElevation24hr Change% FullInflowOutflow
Oct 14Source: TWDB2826.27 ft--0.4%----
Oct 13Source: TWDB2826.29 ft--0.4%----
Oct 12Source: TWDB2826.29 ft--0.4%----
Data sources for displayed records: TWDB

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Map & Directions

Lake Information

Region: Panhandle Plains

Coordinates:

36.347778, -101.164444

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USGS Site: 07233550

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
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