How to use our fishing calendar
Planning your next fishing trip in Marshall, United States ? Today is a average 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 Marshall, Texas centers on a rich network of cypress-studded lakes, rivers, and East Texas reservoirs that hold trophy-sized bass, slab crappie, and hard-fighting catfish. Anglers use Marshall as a launch point for fishing Caddo Lake, Lake O’ the Pines, and local ponds, targeting largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill, and channel catfish year-round. read more...
Sun and Moon Times
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Distance to earth:363,324 kmProximity:99.5 %
Moon Phases for Marshall
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minor Time:12:03 am - 02:03 am
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major Time:07:34 am - 09:34 am
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minor Time:03:45 pm - 05:45 pm
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major Time:07:54 pm - 09:54 pm
Current Fishing Weather
Wind Speed and Direction
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Wind Direction and Speed are one of the most important aspects for choosing a fishing spot. An offshore wind can help land-based anglers with longer casting distances, while an onshore wind will make kayak fishing safer. Often fish will also move to certain feeding areas depending on the wind direction. Check out the long term wind forecast at the charts below.
Fishing Barometer
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Atmospheric or Barometric Pressure affects fish activity. The best fishing can be had on a rising barometer and also the time just before it is falling. A steady barometer in the higher ranges can also mean good fishing. A falling or low barometer reading without much change is usually not a very good time for fishing.
UV Effect on Fishing
As a rule of thumb, the higher the UV index, the deeper fish will move. Shallow water fishing is best done at times with a low UV index. When the UV is high, stick to early mornings, late evenings and shaded areas. The effect is less noticable in deeper water, but often a higher UV index can produce good results in the deep.
7 Day Fishing Weather
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Fishing Overview Marshall
Marshall, Texas sits in the heart of East Texas lake country, giving anglers quick access to legendary fisheries like Caddo Lake and Lake O’ the Pines, along with smaller city lakes and ponds. The region’s mix of cypress sloughs, timbered creek channels, weedlines, and riprap gives bass, crappie, and catfish everything they need to thrive, and that means consistent action for bank and boat anglers alike.
Seasonal patterns drive most successful fishing around Marshall. In late winter and early spring, largemouth bass stage on secondary points, drains, and the first breaks outside spawning flats. Jigs, lipless crankbaits, and suspending jerkbaits shine around submerged timber and creek mouths. As water temps move into the 60s, bass push shallow; look for hard-bottom pockets, cypress knees, and flooded brush, and pitch Texas-rigged creature baits or weightless soft plastics tight to cover. Crappie stack on brush piles and standing timber near spawning coves in early spring; small jigs or minnows suspended just above the fish are reliable producers.
Summer fishing focuses on deeper structure and shade. On Lake O’ the Pines and other nearby reservoirs, bass and white bass school on offshore humps, points, and channel swings. Watch your electronics for bait and use deep-diving crankbaits, Carolina rigs, and drop-shots to probe 12–25 feet. Early and late in the day, work topwaters like walking baits and poppers along grass edges, boat docks, and riprap causeways. Catfish action peaks from late spring through summer; channel cats roam flats and creek mouths, while blues patrol deeper ledges. Stink baits, punch baits, cut shad, or chicken-based baits fished on slip rigs or Santee-style rigs cover most situations.
Fall around Marshall brings cooling water and a strong shallow bite. Shad migrate into creeks, and bass, white bass, and schooling stripers (where present) chase them aggressively. Key on wind-blown banks and creek inlets with small swimbaits, squarebill crankbaits, and spinnerbaits. Crappie slide back to mid-depth brush and bridge pilings, and vertical jigging with 1/16–1/8 oz jigs in shad or chartreuse color patterns is highly effective. Sunfish and redear sunfish remain active well into fall on worms and small jigs around grass and docks, offering steady family-friendly fishing.
Habitat and tactical tips are central to success in the Marshall area.
- In cypress lakes like nearby Caddo, prioritize cypress knee lines, submerged grass, and natural drains. Flip Texas-rigged plastics or compact jigs into the thickest cover you can reach, and use braid to muscle fish out.
- On clearer, deeper reservoirs like Lake O’ the Pines, focus on offshore structure. Use mapping and sonar to locate creek channels, roadbeds, and humps, then thoroughly comb them with Carolina rigs, football jigs, and deep cranks.
- For crappie, target man-made brush piles, docks with deep water, and bridge pilings. Light line (4–8 lb), small-profile jigs, and precise depth control consistently out-fish heavier setups.
- Bank anglers do well near bridges, public ramps, and park shorelines. Bottom rigs with cut bait for catfish or slip floats with live minnows for crappie produce without needing a boat.
Year-round, adjust presentations to water clarity and pressure: natural, subtle colors and finesse techniques on calm, clear days, and louder, brighter baits when the water is stained or the wind is up. With multiple productive lakes and rivers within a short drive, Marshall offers an East Texas fishing base where you can match the season and habitat to your target species and stay on fish all year.
Interactive Fishing Map for the greater Marshall area
We found a total of 40 potential fishing spots nearby Marshall. 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.
Lake Marshall - 7.70089922482km , Runholt-Mellenthin Dam - 10.54222203954km , Pagel-Madden Dam - 10.59778361434km , Brawner Lake Dam - 16.37288021454km , Brauner Lake - 16.50015792356km , School Grove Lake - 18.10489392874km , Lady Slipper Lake - 18.74102394418km , Sham Lake - 21.91961231724km , Kruger-Gregoire Farm Pond Dam - 22.01171653213km , Griffith-Glynn Farm Pond Dam - 22.05789647223km , Timm Lake - 22.97756760651km , South Branch Yellow Medicine River - 23.02760642592km , Lake Yankton - 23.15692003548km , Coon Creek Dam - 23.18018859954km , Gislason Lake - 23.53065108457km , Timm Lake Dam - 23.70868583803km , Spink Lake - 23.86901854666km , Miedd Lake - 23.90321501905km , Lake of the Hill - 24.36967203288km , Kass-Morgan Group Farm Pond Dam - 24.50679831001km , Dog Creek Dam - 24.59907436586km , Yankton Lake Dam - 24.9288210754km , Spellman Lake - 25.06414008699km , Hauschild-Thanghe Reservoir Dam - 25.67619339997km , Gales Lake - 25.68833474644km , Dead Coon Lake - 26.28164069649km , Vernon Mack Dam - 26.35406712733km , Tyson Lake - 27.49264486402km , Burton Lake - 27.94129325303km , Myhre State Wildlife Management Area - 29.03825583415km , Van Overbeke-Fier Group Structure Dam - 29.83471947861km , Clear Lake - 29.87091091961km , Congers Marsh - 30.27376456924km , North Branch Yellow Medicine River - 30.46117614093km , Lone Tree Creek - 30.73317561652km , Lake Stay - 31.03108742141km , Phil Draayum Pond Dam - 31.32074201848km , The Inlet - 32.42765919103km , Mitchell Slough - 33.15618550402km , Hawks Nest Lake - 33.42071367451km
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