Today's Best Fishing Times for
Amarillo, United States 🇺🇸

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Planning your next fishing trip in Amarillo, United States ? Today is a poor day for fishing. Our comprehensive fishing almanac combines our popular solunar tables, moon times, sunrise and sunset times, and a 7-day fishing calendar so you always know the best fishing times in your area. We analyse major and minor solunar bite times, rate each day on a five-star scale, and pair it with localized weather forecasts so you can quickly tell whether today is a good day to fish without juggling multiple tabs. Be sure to bookmark this page so you never miss a bite. view bite times...

  • Check our unique Solunar Clock for precise solunar tables and the best moon phases.
  • Use the forecast calendar section to sync bite times with major weather changes.
  • Analyze the forecasted weather conditions, such as wind, barometric pressure and rain to plan your fishing session.
  • Jump to the 7-Day Fishing Calendar for an extended fishing forecast, then explore nearby fishing spots on the interactive map.

Fishing in Amarillo, Texas centers around a network of stocked lakes, irrigation reservoirs, and prairie impoundments that offer year‑round angling in the Texas Panhandle. From easy-access urban fishing for stocked trout and catfish to windy reservoirs holding trophy walleye and bass, Amarillo anglers can find productive water within a short drive in almost any season. read more...

Some of the best fishing spots near Amarillo include: Lake Meredith, Greenbelt Reservoir, McDonald Lake, Southeast Park Lake, Thompson Park Lake, Palo Duro Reservoir, Lake Fryer, Lake Theo, etc. see full list

Sun and Moon Times

The sun will be at it's highest point at . Today we have 14:34 hours of daylight. For shallow water fishing the twilight periods are often the most productive fishing times, especially on days when a major or minor time will coincide with twilight. In low light conditions predators have better cover for their ambush and often hunt in shallow water.
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    38%
  • First Quarter Moon - 38% illuminated First Quarter Moon
Next Full Moon in ~10 days on 29th June
  • Distance to earth:
    381,082 km
    Proximity:
    57.8 %
We can compare the current moon distance to it's minimum and maximum distance from earth and express that as proximity. A high proximity means the moon is closer to earth. At 50% it would be at it's mean distance. A high proximity causes big tides, currents and has a direct effect on increased bite times. A proximity greater than 90% indicates a super moon.
Moon Phases for Amarillo
New Moon
Sun, 14 Jun
Full Moon
Mon, 29 Jun
New Moon
Tue, 14 Jul
Full Moon
Wed, 29 Jul

Solunar Bite Times

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Best fishing times:
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    05:48 am - 07:48 am
  • minor Time:
    11:42 am - 01:42 pm
  • major Time:
    06:20 pm - 08:20 pm
  • minor Time:
    11:55 pm - 01:55 am
All times are displayed in the America/Chicago timezone and are automatically adjusted to daylight savings. The current timezone offset is -5 hours. Green and yellow areas indicate the best fishing times (major and minor). The center shows the current moon phase which is a First Quarter Moon at 38% lumination. According to the Solunar Theory, today is a poor day for fishing, but you need to cross check this with the current weather forecast for a final decision. Today some bite times coincide with sunrise or sunset. Those will be particularly good times for fishing and are indicated by sun icons. The next best fishing time ( ) starts in -2 hour and -39 minute. The gray time indicator displays the current local time.
America/Chicago • Sat, 20 Jun 04:08 • 35.222, -101.831
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Current Fishing Weather

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7 Day Fishing Weather

The weather plays an important role in fishing. Wind strenght and direction often determine where you can fish and where fish might be holding. Although high pressure is usually good for fishing, steep pressure changes often trigger feeding frenzies and are great times for fishing. Of course temperature has also a strong effect on fishing and comfort on the water. So make sure to cross check the weather forecast with the solunar fishing times to determine the best times to go fishing. The graph below shows you the 3 hourly weather progression over the next 7 days. Scroll the graph left or right to see more.
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7 Day Fishing Forecast Calendar
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*bold times indicate best fishing times around sunrise or sunset

Fishing Overview Amarillo

Fishing around Amarillo revolves around windswept High Plains reservoirs, smaller community lakes, and regularly stocked urban ponds. Key waters within easy reach include Lake Meredith to the north, Palo Duro Canyon’s ponds to the south, and several city lakes such as Medi Park and Thompson Park that are stocked with channel catfish and seasonal rainbow trout. The combination of cool winters, blazing summers, and frequent wind means tactics must flex with both season and weather.

Spring is the prime window for bass, walleye, and crappie around Amarillo. As water temps climb into the 50s and low 60s, target rocky shorelines, riprap, and creek inlets on Lake Meredith and nearby reservoirs. Bass respond well to suspending jerkbaits, medium-diving crankbaits in shad or craw patterns, and 3–4 inch soft plastics on Texas or Carolina rigs. Walleye and saugeye hold tight to points and windblown banks; drag live nightcrawlers on bottom-bouncer rigs or slowly work jig-and-minnow combinations just off the bottom.

Summer fishing shifts to early and late in the day as the Panhandle heat pushes fish deeper by midday. On larger reservoirs, focus on main-lake points, ledges, and submerged humps in 15–25 feet for bass and walleye. Vertical jigging spoons, drop-shot rigs with finesse plastics, and deep crankbaits become reliable producers. Channel and blue catfish anchor the warm-season bite in both big water and small city lakes. Target them around creek mouths, submerged timber, and man-made structure with prepared stink baits, cut shad, or punch bait fished on slip sinker or three-way rigs.

Fall brings some of the most consistent multi-species action near Amarillo. Cooling water pushes shad and sunfish shallow again, drawing bass, walleye, and white bass tight to shorelines and shallow flats. Work moving baits—spinnerbaits, lipless crankbaits, and swimbaits—along windward banks, particularly where there’s broken rock or flooded brush. Crappie stack up on brush piles, docks, and standing timber; vertical jig small tubes or marabou jigs, making controlled, subtle lifts to trigger bites.

Winter doesn’t shut down fishing in Amarillo; it just narrows the focus. City and neighborhood ponds are often stocked with rainbow trout, which respond well to small in-line spinners, 1/16–1/8 oz spoons, and dough baits on light line near the bottom. On larger reservoirs, walleye, saugeye, and catfish remain catchable along deeper channel edges and near dam faces. Use slow presentations—jigging metal spoons or dragging live bait on finesse rigs—and concentrate on warm, stable weather windows.

Wind is a constant factor across the Panhandle, and smart anglers use it as an ally. Windward banks concentrate plankton, baitfish, and ultimately predators; fish these zones when conditions are safe. Opt for slightly heavier jigs and lures to maintain contact with the bait. In off-color water, choose louder, bulkier presentations: rattling crankbaits, dark-colored plastics, and strong-scent catfish baits. For shore anglers, Amarillo’s urban lakes offer abundant access—fish near inflow pipes, fishing piers, and areas with visible structure to maximize limited reach.

Light spinning gear in the 6–10 lb range covers trout, panfish, and stocked catfish in city waters, while medium to medium-heavy outfits with 12–17 lb line are better suited to Meredith’s bass, walleye, and bigger catfish. Keep a mix of natural shad, craw, and chartreuse color patterns to adjust to clarity changes, and pack a windproof jacket—on the Amarillo plains, the breeze is as much a part of the fishing as the fish themselves.

The Best Fishing Spots around Amarillo

Lake Meredith

The Panhandle’s marquee fishery near Fritch, Lake Meredith offers expansive open water and coves where anglers target walleye, smallmouth bass, white bass, channel catfish, and crappie; wind-driven structure, rocky points, and submerged timber hold fish year-round, with spring and fall producing strong bites and summer nights popular for cats.

Greenbelt Reservoir

East of Amarillo near Clarendon, Greenbelt Reservoir is a sprawling impoundment known for white bass runs, solid largemouth bass action around flooded brush, and dependable channel catfish and crappie; points, creek mouths, and windblown banks are classic producers, with schooling activity common in warm months.

McDonald Lake

Located at Medical Center Park in Amarillo, McDonald Lake is a popular urban fishery featuring bank-accessible water with rainbow trout in the cool season and year-round opportunities for channel catfish, largemouth bass, and sunfish; points, aerators, and dock edges are reliable spots for families and casual anglers.

Southeast Park Lake

A convenient in-town pond on Amarillo’s southeast side, Southeast Park Lake provides easy shoreline access for stocked trout in cooler months and warm-season bites for channel catfish, bluegill, and bass; work the windward bank, corners, and any visible cover for consistent action.

Thompson Park Lake

In north Amarillo, Thompson Park Lake is a well-loved community spot where anglers find seasonal trout, channel catfish, bluegill, and modest largemouth bass; the gently sloping banks, inlets, and bridge areas offer accessible fishing for all experience levels.

Palo Duro Reservoir

North of Amarillo near Spearman, Palo Duro Reservoir (Palo Duro Creek Lake) is a Panhandle favorite with walleye, smallmouth and largemouth bass, channel catfish, and crappie; rocky structure, creek channels, and points produce, with clearer water rewarding finesse approaches.

Lake Fryer

Situated in Wolf Creek Park near Perryton, Lake Fryer is a scenic smaller reservoir known for largemouth bass, channel catfish, crappie, and sunfish; target laydowns, riprap, and the dam area, and expect good early and late bites around shallow cover.

Lake Theo

Inside Caprock Canyons State Park near Quitaque, Lake Theo offers clear water and protected coves where anglers catch largemouth bass, channel catfish, crappie, sunfish, and seasonal trout; fish the dam face, points, and brushy shorelines for steady action in a striking canyon setting.

Interactive Fishing Map for the greater Amarillo area

We found a total of 40 potential fishing spots nearby Amarillo. Below you can find them organized on a map. Points, Headlands, Reefs, Islands, Channels, etc can all be productive fishing spots. As these are user submitted spots, there might be some errors in the exact location. You also need to cross check local fishing regulations. Some of the spots might be in or around marine reserves or other locations that cannot be fished. If you click on a location marker it will bring up some details and a quick link to google search, satellite maps and fishing times. Tip: Click/Tap on a new area to load more fishing spots.

Amarillo Lake - 2.03185794797km , Ross Rogers Golf Course Lake Dam - 3.13495764393km , Amarillo Terminal Reservoir Levee - 6.66580931762km , Southwestern Public Service Lake Dam - 9.5489422274km , Stalanaker Lake - 12.95755193173km , 6 Section Lake Dam - 15.18033636043km , McGee Lake - 16.33950957753km , West Fork Prairie Dog Town Fork Red River - 19.9640750878km , Lake Tanglewood Dam - 20.95202042539km , Palo Duro Club Lake Dam - 22.76269675193km , Frog Dam - 23.08516059804km , Tecovas Pond Dam - 24.05153592713km , Ranch Marsh Dam - 25.06691688923km , Pedrosa Creek - 26.02452502774km , East Amarillo Creek - 26.04846662468km , West Amarillo Creek - 26.66395824336km , Ida Lake - 26.9102077207km , Bivins Lake Dam - 27.22388138096km , Tom Gerald Ranch Lake Dam - 27.31405436578km , Whale Pond Dam - 27.58672118455km , Pitcher Creek - 27.85427311152km , McSpadden Lake Dam - 28.52585651978km , Rockwell Lake - 29.17417153496km , John Ray Creek - 29.19142223391km , McSpadden Lake - 29.25348512282km , Tecovas Creek - 29.7638301965km , Lahey Creek - 31.50499660782km , Coetas Creek - 31.83142635593km , Icehouse Lake - 32.15466641625km , Little Sunday Creek - 32.61603426647km , Sunday Creek - 32.76777654265km , Little Lahey Creek - 33.38890948995km , Mullinaw Creek - 34.65727294411km , Roy Gwyn Ranch Lake Dam - 34.67913527453km , Pantex Lake - 34.73829399858km , Sierrita de la Cruz Creek - 35.33552632793km , Wildorado Creek - 36.23921545702km , Goodman Creek - 36.26309348329km , North Palo Duro Creek - 36.28941998979km , Umbarger Dam - 41.38174765218km

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