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Planning your next fishing trip in Dumas, 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 around Dumas, Texas centers on the cold, clear waters of Lake Meredith and the prairie reservoirs and ponds scattered across the northern Panhandle. Anglers target walleye, striped bass, largemouth bass, catfish, crappie, and panfish in a mix of deep canyon water and shallow brushy coves, with consistent action for both boat and bank fishermen. Whether you’re trolling main-lake structure or soaking bait along rocky points, the Dumas area offers diverse and productive fishing options year-round. read more...

Sun and Moon Times

The sun will be at it's highest point at . Today we have 13:19 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.
  • Nautical Twilight begins:
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  • Visibility:
    74%
  • Waxing Gibbous - 74% illuminated Waxing Gibbous
Next Full Moon in ~5 days on 27th August
  • Distance to earth:
    405,498 km
    Proximity:
    0.5 %
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 Dumas
Full Moon
Thu, 27 Aug
New Moon
Thu, 10 Sep
Full Moon
Sat, 26 Sep

Solunar Bite Times

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Best fishing times:
  • minor Time:
    12:42 am - 02:42 am
  • major Time:
    08:29 am - 10:29 am
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    04:17 pm - 06:17 pm
  • major Time:
    08:52 pm - 10:52 pm
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 Waxing Gibbous at 74% lumination. According to the Solunar Theory, today is a average day for fishing, but you need to cross check this with the current weather forecast for a final decision. The next best fishing time ( ) starts in -3 hour and -48 minute. The gray time indicator displays the current local time.
America/Chicago • Sat, 22 Aug 13:28 • 35.866, -101.973
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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 Dumas

Fishing near Dumas, Texas is dominated by Lake Meredith, about 30 miles south, plus a network of small windmill ponds, stock tanks, and playa lakes scattered across the High Plains. The combination of deep canyon reservoir and shallow prairie water gives anglers a wide range of opportunities, from chasing open-water striped bass and walleye to targeting chunky catfish and crappie close to shore.

Seasonal patterns around Dumas revolve around water temperature and wind. In early spring, walleye and striped bass concentrate on windblown points, rocky shorelines, and the upper lake as they stage to spawn. Jigs tipped with soft-plastic minnows, jerkbaits, and medium-diving crankbaits in natural shad or perch patterns are effective. As the water warms into late spring, crappie and sunfish stack up around flooded brush, boat docks, and any hard cover in coves, making small jigs and live minnows under a float highly productive.

Summer fishing at Lake Meredith and nearby reservoirs shifts deeper. Walleye, striped bass, and smallmouth bass push to channel edges, submerged roadbeds, humps, and drop-offs. Vertical jigging spoons, bottom-bouncer rigs with crawlers, and deep-running crankbaits trolled at varying speeds along contour lines are key techniques. Night fishing becomes especially effective in the heat; many anglers work shallow rocky banks with crankbaits or soak cut bait for channel and blue catfish. In smaller ponds around Dumas, evenings and early mornings shine for largemouth bass on topwaters, frogs, and weightless plastics worked along weed edges and submerged timber.

Fall brings some of the most consistent fishing in the Dumas area. Baitfish push shallow, and predators follow. Stripers, white bass, and walleye feed aggressively on windward banks and main-lake points, making them vulnerable to fast-moving reaction baits. Look for bird activity and surface disturbances to locate schooling fish, then cast slabs, tail spinners, or swimbaits through the schools. In local ponds, bass and panfish respond well to smaller crankbaits, spinnerbaits, and downsized soft plastics worked around remaining green vegetation.

Winter fishing centers on slow presentations and deep structure. On Lake Meredith, walleye and striped bass often hold along the old river channel, steep bluff walls, and deep points. Jigging spoons, blade baits, and live bait presented tight to bottom are reliable options; downsizing line and working lures slowly with subtle hops can dramatically increase hookups. Catfish remain catchable with cut shad, chicken liver, or prepared baits placed on the deepest bends and channel holes accessible from shore or boat.

Habitat and tactical tips are simple but important around Dumas:

  • Focus on wind-blown banks and points for walleye and stripers; wind stacks baitfish and often triggers the best bite.
  • Key in on rocky structure, submerged roadbeds, and any visible brush or timber for crappie, bass, and panfish.
  • Use heavier jigheads and sinkers than you might elsewhere; persistent Panhandle winds can make lure control difficult.
  • When shore fishing, move frequently—fan-cast each spot with different depths and lure speeds before relocating.
  • Keep a mix of natural shad, perch, and bright color patterns to adapt to changing water clarity after wind or storms.

With its blend of deep canyon water, prairie ponds, and steady wind-driven bait movement, the Dumas area delivers varied and dependable freshwater fishing for anglers willing to adjust tactics to the conditions.

Interactive Fishing Map for the greater Dumas area

Beaches and Bays are ideal places for land-based fishing. If the beach is shallow and the water is clear then twilight times are usually the best times, especially when they coincide with a major or minor fishing time. Often the points on either side of a beach are the best spots. Or if the beach is large then look for irregularities in the breaking waves, indicating sandbanks and holes. We found 1 beaches and bays in this area.

Harbor Bay - 39.05078177886km

We found a total of 40 potential fishing spots nearby Dumas. 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.

Bone Lake - 3.57748374414km , City of Dumas Lake Dam - 4.21563691562km , Coon Lake Number 2 Dam - 7.91207318042km , John Coon Ranch Lake Dam - 8.54363509758km , North Big Blue Creek - 10.05508083321km , Roy Clark Dam - 10.24792687188km , Ludlow Creek - 15.03714530909km , Little Blue Creek - 19.31433528499km , Griffin Estate Lake Number 1 Dam - 20.48084377338km , Petty Dam - 21.3934036384km , E M Gossett Dam - 21.79848998234km , Thompson Estate Lake Dam - 26.37175317253km , Weymouth Middle Lake Dam - 27.90377782021km , North Plum Creek - 28.1636469765km , South Plum Creek - 28.18909819382km , Big Blue Creek - 32.1432484652km , Weymouth Ranch Lower Lake Dam - 33.06599538762km , West Fork East Cheyenne Creek - 35.99351041666km , Bugbee Creek - 38.45001331835km , Arrowhead Island - 38.67881422995km , Harbor Bay - 39.05078177886km , Alibates Creek - 39.77321897303km , Sanford Dam - 41.60531601363km , Little Lahey Creek - 41.90014624657km , Mullinaw Creek - 42.0247238599km , Pescado Creek Lake Dam - 43.65035284733km , Coetas Creek - 43.87807842067km , North Fork Turkey Creek - 43.87999205724km , Frank Brannan Lake Dam - 44.35425837598km , Pitcher Creek - 44.7087703661km , Coldwater Cattle Company Lake Dam - 44.83586259661km , Lahey Creek - 44.88158645924km , Lit Creek - 44.9688970022km , Pleasure Pond Dam - 45.12916770341km , Pescado Creek - 45.25026433271km , John Ray Creek - 45.33585301743km , Tascosa Creek - 45.83273962024km , West Amarillo Creek - 45.95544114365km , Middle Cheyenne Creek - 46.12117905765km , Sierrita de la Cruz Creek - 46.24947947281km

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