Possum Kingdom Lake Sand Bass Run




The long-awaited annual Possum Kingdom sand bass run is finally here. The early spring weather is perfect and the white bass are also leaving their winter habitat into warmer waters of the streams and creeks feeding the lake in abundance.

The Possum Lake sand bass run is particularly favored by warmer temperatures of the spring season. Around this time, the waters are teeming with a variety of fish species including crappie, sunfish, and catfish - but sand bass are abundant in the rivers, streams, and creeks around the lake.

When Does the Sand Bass Run Start?

The best time to catch sand bass, also called bar fish, streaker, silver bass, or white bass, is between February and April when lake water temperature and the weather start getting warmer after the cold winter period.

In various creeks, most notably Hubbard Creek, the bass numbers are high enough to give you a rewarding sand bass run fishing experience.

Where Do You Go to Fish the Sand Bass Run?

Although the fish are fairly abundant at this time of the year, be prepared to go a few miles up the creeks and rivers feeding into the lake to get the best results.

The sand bass also like areas teeming with submerged vegetation. You ought to choose fishing spots that are warm because they will aggregate forage which means more fish.

The fish move in large schools following a similar migration pattern so it will be quite easy for you to catch them during the Possum Kingdom lake sand bass run. Fishing can be done on the banks, especially those supported by aquatic vegetation.

Costello Island is another excellent site for fishing during the Possum Lake sand bass run. Other ideal fishing spots on the reservoir include the lower end which is littered with scenic rock cliffs and bluffs.

What Lures Should You Use for the Sand Bass Run?

There are various fish lures cleverly innovated to form good bait for catching sand bass.

Some of these include spoons, rooster tails, roadrunners, crappie jigs, white swimbaits, roboworm straight worm bait, sinking metal spoons, tube baits like the green pumpkin bait, knob tails, deep-troll plugs, and forktail plastics among others.

Live bait can also be found from chicken livers, live shiners, gizzards, threadfin, or prepared stink bait.

What Gear Should You Pack for Creek Fishing?

For an enjoyable, productive, and safe fishing trip, you will need the following items:

  • A backpack large enough to carry your gear.
  • Good quality and waterproof boots that should protect you from bites. They should also be able to move easily through muddy sections.
  • Safe drinking water.
  • A pair of pliers, a pocket knife, and a flashlight for emergencies.
  • A paracord for tying your line overhead.
  • A lure pack.
  • A fishing rod at least six feet long.
  • A couple of stringers for carrying your fish.
  • Rain gear.
  • Bug repellants and sunscreen.

The exciting white bass run season is finally here again this spring. Prepare well to have the best fishing experience possible around the scenic Possum Lake region.




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Possum Kingdom Lake Weather Forecast

Monday

Mostly Cloudy

Hi: 59

Monday Night

Mostly Cloudy

Lo: 39

Tuesday

Partly Sunny

Hi: 46

Tuesday Night

Clear

Lo: 30

Wednesday

Sunny

Hi: 62

Wednesday Night

Partly Cloudy

Lo: 37

Thursday

Partly Sunny

Hi: 62

Thursday Night

Mostly Cloudy

Lo: 48


Possum Kingdom Lake Water Level (last 30 days)


Water Level on 12/9: 998.96 (-0.04)



Possum Kingdom Lake

Fishing Report from TPWD (Dec. 4)

GOOD. Water stained; 62 degrees; 0.14 feet below pool. Striper are fair with live bait the most consistent way to put fish in the boat. But it still has its slow days. Downriggers are not catching anything and probably will not be in play until next summer. Your best bet is to just put baits in the water and slowly move around with the trolling motor until you find them. Once you find them, try to stay with them but that will be difficult because they are moving fast and not staying still. Keep in mind that we are approaching deadstick season here pretty soon. Sand bass are still slow to fair in 20-30 feet of water with live shad or small slabs and jigs or rattle traps. White and silver are good colors, but white seems to be preferred. Catfish are still fair to good up the river near Rock Creek Camp. Cut shad is producing good numbers of fish in 5-20 feet of water fished on or near the bottom. Water clarity is steady at 1-8 feet of visibility and slightly stained. Report by TJ Ranft, Ranft Guide Service. Bass are moving up with the lake level rising. Target points and drop-offs with Carolina rigs, chatterbaits, and jigs. Report by JK Outdoors Bass Fishing Guide.

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