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 and around Marshall, Texas centers on East Texas reservoirs, bayous, and small lakes that hold quality largemouth bass, crappie, catfish, and sunfish. Anglers use Marshall as a base to access fisheries like Caddo Lake, Lake O’ the Pines, Martin Creek Lake, and area ponds that offer year‑round action. From spring bass in flooded cypress to winter crappie on deep brush piles, Marshall fishing is varied, productive, and beginner‑friendly. read more...
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Distance to earth:405,498 kmProximity:0.5 %
Moon Phases for Marshall
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minor Time:12:22 am - 02:22 am
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major Time:07:58 am - 09:58 am
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minor Time:03:34 pm - 05:34 pm
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major Time:08:22 pm - 10:22 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.
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Fishing Overview Marshall
Marshall, Texas sits in the heart of East Texas lake country, giving anglers quick access to classic Southern bass and panfish water. Within an easy drive you’ve got Caddo Lake’s cypress breaks, Lake O’ the Pines’ deep timber, power‑plant warmed Martin Creek Lake, and a network of ponds and small public lakes. The region’s humid climate keeps a long growing season, so largemouth bass, crappie, catfish, and sunfish remain active almost all year.
Seasonal patterns around Marshall follow East Texas norms. In late winter and early spring, prespawn bass stage on the first drop outside coves and creek arms, especially around standing timber and channel swings. As water creeps into the upper 50s and 60s, bass slide shallow to spawn on sand or firm clay near stumps and boat docks. Crappie push onto brush, stake beds, and shallow wood at the same time, making spring the most consistent period for numbers and size. Summer fishing shifts deeper: look for bass, white bass, and crappie holding along river channels, main‑lake points, and submerged roadbeds. In fall, cooling temps push shad into the backs of creeks and coves; follow the bait and you’ll find schooling bass and white bass. Winter concentrates fish on vertical structure—bridges, deep timber, and ledges in 20–35 feet of water.
Habitat types near Marshall are diverse. Caddo Lake features shallow, tannin‑stained water with endless cypress trees, pads, and submerged vegetation—a prime largemouth and chain pickerel environment. Lake O’ the Pines mixes deep timber, creek channels, riprap, and offshore humps that shine for crappie, bass, catfish, and occasional hybrid stripers. Smaller city lakes and ponds around Marshall typically offer riprap banks, brush piles, and scattered vegetation, ideal for bank anglers targeting bluegill, bass, and channel catfish.
Effective techniques depend on season and waterbody:
- Largemouth bass: In the spring, pitch soft plastics (creature baits, stick worms) to cypress knees, laydowns, and grass edges on Texas or wacky rigs. In stained water, squarebill crankbaits and spinnerbaits around shallow wood are hard to beat. Summer and winter call for deeper approaches—Carolina rigs, football jigs, and diving crankbaits along channel swings and main‑lake points.
- Crappie: Use small jigs or minnows over brush piles, bridge pilings, and submerged timber. In spring, focus 4–8 feet deep near spawning pockets; during summer and winter, target 15–30 feet around creek channels and standing timber, using sonar to stay on top of schools.
- Catfish: Channel and blue catfish respond well to cut shad, punch baits, or chicken‑based baits fished on bottom near creek mouths, channel edges, and windblown banks. Flathead catfish prefer live bait—sunfish or shad—around heavy timber and steep drops.
- Sunfish: For easy action with kids, fish worms, crickets, or small jigs under a float along riprap, docks, and shallow brush, especially from late spring through early fall.
Tactical tips for Marshall anglers include matching lure color to visibility—dark or chartreuse in the tea‑stained waters of Caddo, more natural shad and green pumpkin hues on clearer lakes. A simple setup of medium‑action spinning gear with 8–12 lb mono will cover crappie, white bass, and light bass duty, while a medium‑heavy baitcaster with 15–20 lb fluorocarbon or braid excels around timber and vegetation. Electronics are valuable on deeper lakes—use them to locate bait, brush piles, and subtle channel swings, then fish vertically with jigs or drop presentations. Finally, pay close attention to wind direction; wind‑blown points and banks often concentrate plankton, shad, and the predators that follow.
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.
Harris Front Lake Dam - 2.34205843447km , Harris Back Lake Dam - 2.60595680742km , Holmes Dam - 6.32502514918km , Marshall Lakeside Country Club Dam - 7.5640336522km , East Potters Creek - 8.75499858715km , Cold Water Creek - 9.00197333671km , Lake Shadowood Dam - 10.35754341051km , Key Creek - 11.86727088755km , Scottsville Lake Dam - 12.39857276133km , Lake Fern Dam - 12.66238671909km , Starkey Creek - 12.67466718088km , Lowry Lake Dam - 13.089576339km , Verhalen Lake Dam - 13.7156185475km , Roseborough Creek - 13.82806988982km , Lake Margret Dam - 13.98175607428km , Barnes Dam - 14.02498877444km , Highland Lake Dam - 14.45839160235km , Lawrence Creek - 15.28729052385km , C Ranch Lake Dam - 15.87727288155km , Karnack Creek - 16.19296832946km , Grays Creek - 16.54971802025km , Wards Creek - 16.84789093364km , Sewell Creek - 17.02901336573km , Quapaw Creek - 17.3150082715km , Long Slough - 18.90773649865km , Colliers Creek - 19.04371229879km , Deboldin Creek - 19.37374298547km , Big Rock Dam - 19.66550635711km , Potters Creek - 19.69572604033km , Trout Lake - 20.01282974739km , Hatley Creek - 20.37250773326km , Page Creek - 20.37997451758km , Blocker Lake Dam - 20.69454643794km , Brandy Branch - 20.74049315773km , Redman Lakes - 20.85170587934km , Hardin Creek - 21.29428211837km , Elijah Branch - 21.57834468615km , Maddox Branch - 22.12226193874km , Lake Cooper - 22.20084986667km , Phillips Slough - 22.26242613518km
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